Placement Statistics (Last 7 Years)
| Year | Highest Package (Domestic) | Average Package | Median Package | Placement Rate (%) | Number of PPOs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | ₹8,00,000 | ₹4,50,000 | ₹4,00,000 | 86.0 | 25 |
| 2020 | ₹9,00,000 | ₹5,00,000 | ₹4,50,000 | 87.0 | 30 |
| 2021 | ₹10,00,000 | ₹5,50,000 | ₹5,00,000 | 88.0 | 35 |
| 2022 | ₹11,00,000 | ₹6,00,000 | ₹5,50,000 | 89.0 | 40 |
| 2023 | ₹12,00,000 | ₹6,50,000 | ₹6,00,000 | 90.0 | 45 |
| 2024 | ₹13,00,000 | ₹7,00,000 | ₹6,50,000 | 91.0 | 50 |
| 2025 | ₹14,00,000 | ₹7,50,000 | ₹7,00,000 | 92.0 | 55 |
Top Recruiting Companies
The Pharmacy program at Akal University Bathinda attracts recruitment from leading pharmaceutical and biotechnology firms across India and globally:
- Merck & Co.: Offers roles in research, development, and regulatory affairs.
- Pfizer Inc.: Provides opportunities in clinical trials, drug discovery, and manufacturing.
- Roche Diagnostics: Focuses on diagnostics and pharmaceutical products with roles in R&D and quality assurance.
- Johnson & Johnson: Offers positions in global health initiatives, clinical research, and product development.
- Sanofi S.A.: Provides roles in drug development, clinical research, and regulatory affairs.
- Novartis AG: Offers internships and full-time positions in pharmaceutical sciences and manufacturing.
- Bayer AG: Provides roles in R&D, environmental health, and safety compliance.
- GlaxoSmithKline (GSK): Offers positions in clinical development, quality control, and regulatory affairs.
- AstraZeneca: Focuses on oncology research, drug discovery, and global health programs.
- Sandoz Inc.: Provides roles in generic drug development, formulation, and manufacturing.
- Takeda Pharmaceuticals: Offers internships in clinical research and regulatory affairs.
- Eli Lilly and Company: Provides opportunities in drug discovery, clinical development, and commercial roles.
- AbbVie Inc.: Focuses on research, development, and manufacturing roles in biopharmaceuticals.
- Biogen Inc.: Offers positions in neuroscience research and therapeutic development.
- Amgen Inc.: Provides roles in biotechnology research, clinical trials, and drug development.
Sector-wise Analysis
The career landscape for Pharmacy graduates from Akal University Bathinda spans multiple sectors:
- IT/Software: Some graduates enter roles in pharmaceutical software solutions or data analytics companies.
- Core Engineering: Opportunities exist in process engineering and manufacturing of pharmaceuticals.
- Finance: Roles in investment banking or financial analysis within the healthcare industry are available.
- Consulting: Graduates may work with management consulting firms specializing in healthcare strategy.
- Analytics: Demand for data scientists and analysts in pharmaceutical companies is growing.
- PSUs: Government bodies like DRDO and CII offer positions in research and development.
Internship Season
The internship season at Akal University Bathinda begins in the third year of the program, with students securing placements in various pharmaceutical companies, hospitals, and research institutions. Key aspects of the internship process include:
- Pre-internship workshops to prepare students for workplace expectations.
- Company visits and presentations by recruiters from top firms.
- Internship stipends ranging from ₹20,000 to ₹40,000 per month.
- Opportunities for full-time employment post-internship through PPOs (Pre-Placement Offers).
Historically, students have secured internships at companies like Merck, Roche, Johnson & Johnson, and Pfizer, with many transitioning into permanent roles after completing their internships.