IIM Calcutta has again demonstrated its standing as a premier business school by successfully concluding the Summer Internship Placement process for the Post Graduate Programme (PGP) Class of 2024-26. Achieving 100% placement, IIM Calcutta secured 564 offers for its 475 students, underscoring the institute’s commitment to academic excellence and industry relevance. The median stipend offered is ₹2 lakh, a new record for the campus. Read on to check the key highlights of the placement.
IIM Calcutta Summer Placements 2024: Key Highlights
- Total Offers Secured: 564 offers for 475 students.
- Number of Recruiters: 175 companies participated, offering roles across sectors.
- Highest Stipends:
- Domestic: ₹3.67 lakh per month for 2 months
- International: ₹6.5 lakh per month for 2 months
- Top 5 Percentile: ₹3 lakh per month for 2 months
- The average stipend reached ₹1.89 lakh per month, while the median stipend rose to ₹2 lakh per month, setting a new record for the institute.
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Innovative Placement Process
This year’s placement process introduced a cluster-cohort approach, facilitating a better fit between students and recruiters. With innovations like the “dream offer,” recruiters were able to match students with roles that best aligned with their skills and career goals, creating a win-win situation for both.
First-year students at IIM Calcutta are grateful for the dedication and hard work led by Professor Ritu Mehta, the current Chairperson of Career Development and Placement. They have also praised the incredible efforts of second-year placement committee members—Atharva Bais, Advait Mulay, Ishan Gupta, Mridul Agarwal, Razin Masuri, Rani Karmakar, Aryaman Dhoot, Karnav Sagathiya, Pavishnu S, and Piyush Kale, who went above and beyond to make this year’s placements a success, offering guidance, support, and countless hours of hard work
IIM Calcutta Summer Placements 2024: Sector-Wise Breakdown
IIM Calcutta’s students were placed across various sectors, with leading fields including consulting, finance, product management, sales and marketing, general management, and analytics. Top employers showed substantial interest in each area, highlighting the program’s versatility in producing industry-ready talent.
- Consulting: Always a popular choice, consulting saw numerous placements with firms like Bain & Company, Boston Consulting Group, and Accenture Strategy.
- Finance: With IIM Calcutta’s emphasis on analytics and quantitative skills, major finance roles were filled by firms such as Goldman Sachs.
- Technology: Reflecting today’s focus on digital skills, tech companies, and startups offered roles blending technology with business insight.
- Sales and Marketing: FMCG and retail giants sought talent for roles focusing on market growth and brand management.
- General Management: Top conglomerates recruited for leadership roles aimed at driving strategic operations.
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IIM Calcutta Summer Placements 2024: Notable Recruiters
Prominent companies participating in the placement drive included:
| Consulting |
Accenture, Boston Consulting Group, McKinsey, Bain & Co. |
| Finance |
Goldman Sachs, Citi Bank, Bank Of America, Barclays |
| Technology |
Microsoft, Adobe, Google, Salesforce |
| Sales and Marketing |
HUL, PnG, AbInBev, Mondelez |
| General Management |
Tata Administrative Services, Aditya Birla Group, Essar |
Conclusion
IIM Calcutta’s Summer Placement process for the PGP Class of 2024-26 highlights its strong academic and professional preparation. With diverse opportunities secured, the students are set to make significant contributions to their respective industries. For more detailed insights into the placement statistics and recruiter partnerships, visit the official IIM Calcutta website.
Frequently asked questions
Q.1 What was the average and median stipend at IIM Calcutta’s 2024 Summer Placements?
Ans: Average: ₹1.89 lakh/month, Median: ₹2 lakh/month.
Q.2 How many students and offers were in IIM Calcutta’s Summer Placements 2024?
Ans: 475 students placed with 564 offers.
Q.3 Which top sectors and companies were recruited at IIM Calcutta in 2024?
Ans: Sectors: Consulting, Finance, Tech. Companies: BCG, Goldman Sachs, Microsoft, HUL.
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