New Delhi, March 27 -- Even as the rise of artificial intelligence (AI) and global volatility has kept hiring sentiment largely muted, Indian Institute of Management (IIM) campuses saw their median compensation rising 25-40% from that of the 2020 pandemic-era batch, as the 2026 cohort got picked up for specialized roles.

As per its press release, IIM Calcutta's median pay package was Rs.35 lakh in 2026, up nearly 3% from Rs.34 lakh last year and more than 37% higher that the 2020 level of Rs.25.5 lakh. IIM Lucknow matched the momentum at Rs.32.9 lakh, over 6% higher than Rs.31 lakh a year ago and a massive 43% up from the Rs.23 lakh annual package of 2020, its press statement said. The placement process at most IIMs is currently getting ...