Placement Statistics
| Year | Highest Package (Domestic) | Average Package | Median Package | Placement Percentage | PPOs Received |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 850000 | 500000 | 480000 | 92.0% | 65 |
| 2023 | 780000 | 480000 | 460000 | 90.0% | 60 |
| 2022 | 700000 | 450000 | 430000 | 88.0% | 55 |
| 2021 | 650000 | 420000 | 400000 | 86.0% | 50 |
| 2020 | 580000 | 390000 | 370000 | 83.0% | 45 |
Top Recruiting Companies
The Biotechnology program at Ajeenkya D Y Patil University Pune attracts a diverse range of recruiters from both domestic and international firms. These companies offer various roles tailored to the skills and interests of our graduates.
- Genentech: Offers positions in drug development, clinical research, and regulatory affairs.
- Novartis: Provides opportunities in pharmaceutical R&D, quality control, and process development.
- Roche: Recruits for roles in diagnostics, drug discovery, and manufacturing.
- BioMarin: Offers positions in gene therapy development and clinical research.
- Amgen: Provides roles in biologics development, bioinformatics, and regulatory affairs.
- Merck & Co.: Recruits for pharmaceutical research, analytical development, and manufacturing.
- Johnson & Johnson: Offers positions in medical device development, clinical trials, and regulatory compliance.
- Abbott: Provides roles in diagnostics, drug delivery systems, and biotechnology applications.
- GlaxoSmithKline: Recruits for pharmaceutical R&D, clinical research, and quality assurance.
- AstraZeneca: Offers positions in drug discovery, target identification, and regulatory affairs.
- Bayer: Provides roles in agrochemicals, pharmaceuticals, and biotechnology innovations.
- Microsoft: Recruits for bioinformatics analyst, software developer, and data scientist roles.
- Google: Offers positions in AI-driven drug discovery, computational biology, and data science.
- Amazon: Provides opportunities in cloud computing for biotechnology data management and machine learning applications.
- IBM: Recruits for data scientist, bioinformatics developer, and research analyst roles.
Sector-wise Analysis
The career paths available to Biotechnology graduates span multiple sectors, each offering unique opportunities and growth potential.
IT/Software Sector: Graduates often find roles as bioinformatics analysts, data scientists, or software developers in companies like Microsoft, Google, Amazon, and IBM. These positions leverage their analytical skills and understanding of biological data.
Core Engineering: Many graduates pursue roles in pharmaceutical and biotech companies where they work on process development, quality control, and manufacturing processes. Companies such as Genentech, Novartis, and Roche frequently recruit our students for these positions.
Finance Sector: Graduates with an interest in quantitative analysis or investment banking are recruited by firms focusing on life sciences investments. Their analytical background makes them valuable assets in financial modeling and risk assessment.
Consulting: Consulting firms like McKinsey & Company, BCG, and Deloitte often recruit our graduates for their problem-solving abilities and strategic thinking skills.
Public Sector: Government agencies such as the Department of Biotechnology (DBT), Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), and National Centre for Biological Sciences (NCBS) offer research positions and policy roles for our graduates.
Academia: Many students pursue higher degrees at top institutions like Stanford University, MIT, Carnegie Mellon University, Oxford, and Cambridge. The university's strong alumni network supports further education through mentorship and scholarship opportunities.
Internship Season
The internship season is a critical component of the program, providing students with real-world experience and exposure to industry practices. The process begins in the third year, allowing students to gain practical skills before graduation.
Companies like Genentech, Novartis, Roche, BioMarin, Amgen, Merck & Co., Johnson & Johnson, Abbott, GlaxoSmithKline, AstraZeneca, and Bayer regularly visit the campus for internships. These companies offer stipends ranging from Rs. 30,000 to Rs. 60,000 per month, depending on the role and company.
The internship process includes written tests, technical interviews, and group discussions. Students are advised to prepare thoroughly, focusing on their academic knowledge, problem-solving skills, and communication abilities.