NIIT University holds 16th convocation, announces 100% placements for 2026 graduates

The National Institute of Information Technology (NIIT) University held the 16th convocation at its Neemrana campus on October 24, 2026, where 275 students graduated from Bachelor of Technology (BTech), Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) and international Master of Business Administration (iMBA) programmes.

During the convocation, NIIT University also announced 100 percent placements for its graduating Class of 2026, continuing its placement record since the university was established. According to the university, more than 73 percent of BTech students have received pre-placement offers (PPOs). The iMBA batch also recorded pre-placement offers for 66 percent of its students.

Speaking at the event, Amitabh Kant, Chancellor, NIIT University , said, “Artificial intelligence and other new technologies are changing the way we learn, work and solve problems. At NIIT University, we are investing in AI and GPU labs to give students the latest technology and industry experience, helping them to turn ideas into solutions, launch startups and make a difference from day one.”

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NIIT University placements 2026: Companies, industry training

BTech graduates got opportunities at organisations including BigBasket, NASSCOM Foundation, Café Coffee Day, Symphony Fintech, KPMG, Thomson Reuters, EY, MediBuddy and Zebra Technologies. Students from the iMBA programme received pre-placement offers from companies such as NIIT Ltd., GNE Infra, CodeYoung, ATZA and Feuji SW Solutions.

Addressing the convocation, Prakash Gopalan, President, NIIT University, said, “The 16th convocation of our university demonstrates our commitment to industry relevance and student success. The 100% placement record of the Class of 2026 is a reaffirmation of our commitment to prepare our students for successful careers and our vision of building the University of the Future.”

The university also highlighted its focus on new technologies and career-oriented learning. The initiatives include artificial intelligence (AI) and graphics processing unit (GPU) laboratories, industry-based training and support for entrepreneurship. These initiatives aim to help students develop skills relevant to changing industry needs.

NIIT University also conferred an honorary doctorate on L Venkata Subramaniam, a scientist in quantum technologies, during the convocation.