Placement Statistics (Last 7 Years)
The placement statistics for the Pharmacy program at Al Karim University Katihar reflect strong industry engagement and student success:
| Year | Highest Package (INR) | Average Package (INR) | Median Package (INR) | Placement % | PPO Offers |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 1200000 | 550000 | 520000 | 92.0% | 35 |
| 2023 | 1000000 | 520000 | 490000 | 90.0% | 32 |
| 2022 | 900000 | 480000 | 450000 | 88.0% | 28 |
| 2021 | 850000 | 450000 | 420000 | 86.0% | 25 |
| 2020 | 750000 | 420000 | 390000 | 84.0% | 22 |
| 2019 | 700000 | 390000 | 360000 | 83.0% | 20 |
| 2018 | 650000 | 360000 | 330000 | 80.0% | 18 |
Top Recruiting Companies
The Pharmacy program at Al Karim University Katihar has established strong connections with leading pharmaceutical and healthcare companies across India and internationally:
- Biocon Limited: Offers positions in R&D, quality assurance, and regulatory affairs.
- Cipla Limited: Provides roles in manufacturing, clinical research, and marketing.
- Dr. Reddy's Laboratories: Seeks candidates for drug development, toxicology, and regulatory affairs.
- Sun Pharmaceuticals Industries: Hires for clinical trials, pharmaceutical chemistry, and quality control.
- Johnson & Johnson: Offers opportunities in R&D, global regulatory affairs, and medical science liaison roles.
- Pfizer Inc.: Provides positions in drug discovery, pharmacovigilance, and clinical research.
- AstraZeneca: Seeks candidates for pharmaceutical development, regulatory affairs, and quality assurance.
- Novartis Pharmaceuticals: Offers roles in clinical research, manufacturing, and global marketing.
- Glenmark Pharmaceuticals: Provides positions in R&D, process development, and quality control.
- Takeda Pharmaceutical Company: Hires for drug discovery, clinical trials, and regulatory affairs.
- Abbott Laboratories: Offers roles in clinical research, product development, and regulatory compliance.
- Merck & Co.: Provides opportunities in R&D, global marketing, and regulatory affairs.
- Roche Diagnostics: Seeks candidates for diagnostics development, regulatory affairs, and quality assurance.
- Bayer AG: Offers positions in pharmaceutical research, clinical development, and regulatory compliance.
- Eli Lilly and Company: Provides roles in drug discovery, clinical trials, and regulatory affairs.
Sector-wise Analysis
The following sectors represent key areas where graduates of the Pharmacy program find employment:
- IT/Software: Some graduates pursue roles in health IT companies specializing in electronic health records (EHR), telemedicine platforms, and digital therapeutics.
- Core Engineering: Graduates work in engineering roles related to pharmaceutical manufacturing processes, automation, and quality control systems.
- Finance: Roles in financial analysis, investment banking, and healthcare sector finance are available for those interested in combining pharmacy with business.
- Consulting: Consulting firms often hire pharmacists for healthcare strategy, market research, and regulatory advisory services.
- Analytics: With increasing data-driven approaches in pharmaceuticals, analytics roles are growing in demand for analyzing clinical trial results and patient outcomes.
- PSUs: Government organizations like the Central Drugs Standard Control Organization (CDSCO) and other public sector units offer stable career paths for qualified pharmacists.
Internship Season
The internship season at Al Karim University Katihar is highly anticipated, offering students valuable real-world experience and industry exposure:
- Process: Internships are arranged through a combination of company visits, online applications, and internal placements. Students receive guidance on resume writing and interview preparation.
- Key Companies: Leading pharmaceutical companies such as Biocon, Cipla, Dr. Reddy's Laboratories, and Sun Pharma participate in the internship process.
- Stipend Data: Internship stipends typically range from INR 15000 to INR 30000 per month, with additional benefits such as accommodation and travel allowances.