New Delhi, 27 March(KNB) Cognavi India Pvt. Ltd., an AI-driven engineering talent platform, has successfully facilitated international placements for 13 engineering students from premier Indian institutes, achieving an average compensation of ₹42.15 lakh per annum. The milestone reflects the increasing adoption of artificial intelligence in redefining global talent acquisition and bridging the gap between skilled engineers and international opportunities.
In a statement issued to news agency Kashmir News Bureau they said that the placements, enabled through Cognavi’s proprietary AI-based “Skill Tree” technology, mark a significant shift from conventional hiring practices. By mapping candidates’ technical capabilities directly to the requirements of global employers, the platform eliminates reliance on traditional résumé screening and enables a more precise, skill-first approach to recruitment.
Among the standout achievements, the highest offer reached ₹56.27 lakh for a Data Scientist (Data Engineering) role. Additionally, two students from Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs) secured pre-placement offers of ₹46.78 lakh in technical and product development roles, further highlighting the demand for specialized engineering talent from India on a global stage,statement added.
The selected candidates have been placed across a diverse range of high-value engineering and technology roles, including data science, system engineering, electrical development, application engineering, product development, and design engineering. These roles span multiple sectors such as technology, electronics, and advanced manufacturing, reflecting the breadth of opportunities available for skilled Indian engineers worldwide.
Out of the 13 students placed, 11 belong to engineering institutions ranked among the top 100 in India’s NIRF rankings, while the remaining two candidates are from IITs. While the company has not disclosed the names of the hiring organizations due to confidentiality agreements, it confirmed that the roles are with leading global enterprises seeking highly specialized talent.
Sharing his insights on this achievement, Mr. Varun Modgill, Managing Director & CTO, Cognavi India Pvt. Ltd. and Board Director at Forum Engineering, Japan, said, “The global engineering talent shortage is fundamentally a matching problem rather than a supply issue. India consistently produces world-class engineers across disciplines such as mechanical, electrical, systems, and data. However, the connection to global demand has historically remained fragmented. Through AI, we are solving this challenge at scale. A ₹56 lakh offer is not the ceiling—it is proof of concept for what lies ahead.”
The company emphasized that traditional campus hiring models often prioritize academic scores and institutional pedigree, whereas AI-driven recruitment focuses on real-world technical competencies. This shift enables employers to identify candidates based on their ability to perform in specific roles, thereby improving both hiring efficiency and long-term outcomes.
Beyond placements, Cognavi continues to work closely with IITs and other leading engineering institutions to build a robust pipeline for cross-border recruitment. The platform not only provides students with access to global career opportunities but also equips them with insights into industry-specific skill requirements, helping them align their capabilities with international market demands.
Industry experts note that AI-led recruitment platforms are gaining traction among multinational corporations, particularly in sectors requiring niche engineering expertise such as data engineering, advanced electronics, and systems development. As global demand for specialized engineers continues to rise, such platforms are expected to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of hiring.
With a presence across more than 300 top engineering colleges in India, Cognavi is building one of the most structured ecosystems for core engineering talent in the country. By focusing on disciplines such as mechanical, electrical, electronics, and emerging industrial technologies, the platform is expanding opportunities beyond traditional IT hiring and enabling access to highly specialized talent pools.(KNB)