IIM Ahmedabad vs IIM Bangalore: Which institute offers better placements and salaries?

The National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) 2025 ranks IIM Ahmedabad first and IIM Bangalore second among management institutes. Both maintain excellent placement records with near-total placements for graduates. IIM Bangalore offers marginally higher median salaries ranging from Rs 31.5 lakh to Rs 33 lakh, while IIM Ahmedabad shows a small number of students pursuing higher studies. The data highlights minor differences in placements and salaries, confirming both institutes as top management education providers in India.