Placement Statistics (Last Five Years)
| Year | Highest Package (INR) | Average Package (INR) | Median Package (INR) | Placement Rate (%) | PPOs Offered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 800000 | 400000 | 350000 | 92.0 | 120 |
| 2023 | 750000 | 380000 | 340000 | 90.0 | 110 |
| 2022 | 700000 | 360000 | 320000 | 88.0 | 100 |
| 2021 | 650000 | 340000 | 300000 | 87.0 | 90 |
| 2020 | 600000 | 320000 | 280000 | 85.0 | 80 |
The placement rate for the Nursing program has consistently remained above 90% over the last five years, with most students securing jobs in top-tier hospitals and healthcare organizations. Many graduates are offered PPOs (Pre-Placement Offers) during their internships, ensuring early job security.
Top Recruiting Companies
- Apollo Hospitals
- Fortis Healthcare
- Cipla
- Dr. Reddy's Laboratories
- Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR)
- Medanta - The Medicity
- Max Healthcare
- Global Health Partners
- Narayana Health
- Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital
- Tata Memorial Hospital
- AIIMS
- JIPMER
- University of Delhi School of Nursing
- World Health Organization (WHO)
These companies offer a range of roles including staff nurse, clinical specialist, research associate, community health officer, and policy analyst. The typical job profiles include:
- Staff Nurse: Responsible for providing direct patient care, administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and coordinating with doctors.
- Clinical Specialist: Specialized roles in areas such as critical care, cardiac nursing, pediatric care, or maternal health.
- Research Associate: Conducting studies on health outcomes, developing new treatment protocols, and contributing to academic literature.
- Community Health Officer: Working with local communities to improve health awareness, provide preventive care, and implement public health programs.
- Policy Analyst: Advising on healthcare policies, conducting impact assessments, and collaborating with government bodies.
Sector-wise Analysis
The healthcare sector offers diverse opportunities for nursing graduates. In the IT/Software domain, roles such as telehealth developers, digital health platform designers, and health data analysts are increasingly in demand. Core engineering roles focus on medical device design and innovation, particularly in areas like wearable technology and remote diagnostics.
In finance and consulting, nurses with specialized skills in health economics, risk management, and healthcare analytics are sought after by firms offering health-related financial products or consulting services.
Public sector jobs include positions in government hospitals, health departments, NGOs, and international organizations. These roles often involve policy development, program implementation, and community outreach initiatives.
Academic careers are also popular, with many graduates pursuing further education to become educators or researchers at universities and research institutions.
Internship Season
The internship season begins in the third year of study, lasting for 6-8 weeks. Students are placed in various departments within partner hospitals and healthcare facilities, including ICU, OPD, surgery, pediatrics, and maternal care units.
Historical stipend data shows that interns typically receive a monthly stipend ranging from ₹10,000 to ₹20,000, depending on the location and type of facility. Many students who perform exceptionally well during their internship are offered full-time positions or PPOs upon graduation.