Placement Statistics (Last 7 Years)

Top Recruiting Companies

1. Indian Council of World Affairs (ICWA): Offers roles in policy research, international relations, and program coordination.
2. Institute for Peace and Conflict Studies (IPCS): Recruits for research fellowships and policy advisory positions.
3. Ministry of External Affairs: Provides opportunities for diplomatic careers and administrative roles in foreign affairs.
4. Ministry of Women and Child Development: Offers positions in program design, implementation, and monitoring.
5. United Nations Development Programme (UNDP): Seeks professionals for sustainable development initiatives and policy analysis.
6. World Bank: Hires for research analyst roles, policy consultants, and project managers in global development projects.
7. Asian Development Bank: Focuses on regional development, infrastructure, and poverty alleviation strategies.
8. Indian Institute of Public Administration (IIPA): Offers internships and fellowships for public administration research.
9. National Association of Software and Services Companies (NASSCOM): Engages students in digital governance projects and policy advocacy.
10. Centre for Policy Research (CPR): Recruits for policy think tanks, research fellowships, and policy brief writing.
11. Oxfam India: Offers roles in advocacy, community development, and humanitarian assistance programs.
12. Commonwealth Secretariat: Provides opportunities for international policy coordination and program management.
13. International Crisis Group: Seeks experts in conflict analysis, peacebuilding, and diplomatic engagement.
14. Transparency International India: Offers positions in anti-corruption advocacy and governance reform initiatives.
15. Freedom House: Recruits for democracy promotion, human rights monitoring, and policy research.

Sector-Wise Analysis

IT/Software Sector: While traditionally associated with engineering disciplines, some software companies are increasingly recognizing the value of political science graduates in roles such as policy analysts, compliance officers, and user experience designers focused on societal impact. Companies like TCS, Infosys, and Wipro occasionally recruit for these positions.

Core Engineering: Though not directly related to core engineering, political science students may find opportunities in policy-related engineering roles or government agencies managing infrastructure projects.

Finance Sector: Graduates often pursue roles in quantitative finance, regulatory compliance, risk analysis, and policy research within financial institutions. Banks like SBI, ICICI, and HDFC have shown interest in hiring political science graduates with analytical backgrounds.

Consulting Firms: Management consulting firms such as McKinsey & Company, BCG, and Deloitte value the critical thinking and problem-solving skills of political science graduates. They often hire for roles in strategy development, policy analysis, and public sector consulting.

Analytics Companies: With growing demand for data-driven decision-making, firms like Google, Microsoft, and IBM sometimes look for individuals with strong analytical capabilities to work on societal impact projects or policy-related datasets.

PSUs: Public Sector Undertakings like BHEL, NTPC, and IOCL offer opportunities in policy coordination, regulatory affairs, and stakeholder management for political science graduates interested in public service.

Internship Season

The internship season at Alakh Prakash Goyal Shimla University Shimla typically begins in the third year. Internships are arranged through formal partnerships with government agencies, NGOs, media houses, and international organizations. Students receive guidance on application processes, resume building, and interview preparation.

Historically, the stipend ranges from ₹15,000 to ₹30,000 per month depending on the organization and nature of work. Many students receive PPOs (Pre-Placement Offers) during the internship period, indicating strong interest from employers in hiring our graduates.