FAANG companies, only Amazon is a regular recruiter across top B-schools. Google shows up on and off at a few campuses. Apart from these, Microsoft actually has a dedicated B-school hiring program. Apple also visits a very few campuses, where the package goes up to ₹80 lakhs CTC with around ₹30 lakhs fixed.

• Eligibility Filters: Amazon’s AFBP remains heavily skewed toward tech-native profiles (CS/IT grads or prior tech experience). In contrast, Microsoft shows greater flexibility, often targeting specific campuses like IIM Lucknow and IIM Mumbai for their SCPM roles without rigid technical prerequisites.

• Vesting & Cash Flow: Both companies utilize a long-term vesting schedule for RSUs. Amazon pays the sign-on bonus monthly throughout the year, whereas understanding the variable component payout at Microsoft is crucial for planning your annual cash flow.