The university of petroleum and energy studies (UPES) Dehradun has been strong in placements as of 2025 with 91% placements and more than 1950 students were placed by 750 recruiters in various fields such as IT, energy, and consulting. Its maximum package was INR 52 LPA especially in computer science whereas M.TECH programs peaked around INR 1.3 Cr in previous years due to good contact with the industry. The average CTC is INR 7.02 LPA and the top 10% of CTC is 18-42 LPA according to schools. The special cell helps the UPES to provide internships, training, and international opportunities in companies such as Amazon and TCS. This ecosystem guarantees the success of a career by developing skills and networking of alumni.
UPES Placements Report
The 2025 placements of UPES Dehradun are excellent and the highest ever M.Tech is INR 1.3 Cr and the overall present 2024-25 is INR 52 LPA. The process focuses on diversity training and recruiter alliances in various positions.
3-Year Placement Trends
UPES placements continue to record a steady increase with the highest packages remaining 50+ LPA and average in the 7 LPA range as a result of IT and engineering demand. The rate of success (91%) represents more than 1,900 students placed each year.
| Year | Highest Package (INR LPA) | Average Package (INR LPA) |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 50 | 6.6 |
| 2024 | 50.09 | 7.02 |
| 2025 | 52 | 7.2 |
UPES Top Recruiters
UPES 2025 placements include IT (50% of students), energy (20%), consulting (15%), and others with the highest package in the tech sector of 52 LPA. It is headed by engineering and management with 91% rate.
| Recruiter | Sector | Roles Offered |
|---|---|---|
| Amazon | IT/E-commerce | Software Engineer, Data Analyst |
| Microsoft | Technology | Developer, Cloud Specialist |
| TCS | IT Services | Consultant, Systems Engineer |
| Adani | Energy | Project Manager, Analyst |
| Accenture | Consulting | Business Analyst, Tech Lead |
| Vedanta | Mining/Energy | Operations, Sustainability |
| ONGC | Oil & Gas | Engineer, Geologist |
| Godrej | Manufacturing | Design, Supply Chain |
UPES Placement Process 2026
- Registration: Students register via portal, submit resumes and skills profile early in year.
- Training Sessions: Attend workshops on aptitude, interviews, and soft skills development.
- Internship Phase: Secure 6-8 month internships with recruiters for experience.
- Company Visits: Recruiters conduct campus drives, aptitude tests, and GD rounds.
- Interviews: Face technical, HR interviews; pre-placement offers issued post-selection.
- Offer Acceptance: Receive and accept offers; placement cell aids negotiations.
UPES Sector-wise Placements
UPES hosts some of the best companies such as Amazon, Microsoft, and TCS, with remuneration in IT, energy and consulting reaching up to 52 LPA. The number of recruiters involves more than 750 people yearly and provides a variety of opportunities.
| Sector | % Students Placed | Highest Package (INR LPA) | Key Recruiters |
|---|---|---|---|
| IT/Software | 50 | 52 | Amazon, Microsoft, TCS |
| Energy/Oil & Gas | 20 | 27.6 | Adani, ONGC, Vedanta |
| Consulting | 15 | 22.5 | Accenture, Deloitte |
| Design/Media | 8 | 11.7 | Godrej, Media Firms |
| Law/Healthcare | 7 | 22.5/6 | Legal Firms, Hospitals |