Placement Statistics (2024-2025)
| Year | Highest Package (INR) | Average Package (INR) | Median Package (INR) | Placement Rate (%) | PPOs Received |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 1800000 | 750000 | 700000 | 93.0 | 45 |
| 2023 | 1700000 | 720000 | 680000 | 92.0 | 42 |
| 2022 | 1600000 | 690000 | 650000 | 91.0 | 38 |
| 2021 | 1500000 | 660000 | 620000 | 90.0 | 35 |
| 2020 | 1400000 | 630000 | 580000 | 89.0 | 32 |
Top Recruiting Companies
The Biotechnology program at Amity University Patna attracts top-tier companies from the global biotech and pharmaceutical sectors. The following are some of the key recruiters who visit the campus annually:
- BioNTech: A leading developer of mRNA-based therapeutics for cancer, rare diseases, and infectious diseases.
- Novartis: Global pharmaceutical giant focused on innovation in oncology, immunology, and neuroscience.
- Merck: One of the world's largest pharmaceutical companies with strong presence in biotechnology and diagnostics.
- Johnson & Johnson: Multinational medical device, pharmaceutical, and consumer products corporation.
- Ginkgo Bioworks: Pioneer in synthetic biology, developing engineered microorganisms for industrial applications.
- Genentech: Leading biotechnology company focused on cancer and autoimmune diseases.
- Roche: Global healthcare leader specializing in oncology and diagnostics.
- Sanofi: French multinational pharmaceutical company with strong focus on biologics and vaccines.
These companies offer diverse roles such as Research Scientist, Product Developer, Regulatory Affairs Specialist, Quality Assurance Analyst, and Clinical Research Associate. The recruitment process includes written tests, technical interviews, group discussions, and personal interviews.
Sector-wise Analysis
The demand for biotechnology graduates is increasing across multiple sectors:
- IT/Software: With the rise of bioinformatics and computational biology, there's growing demand for professionals who can develop software tools for genomic analysis and drug discovery.
- Core Engineering: Graduates often find opportunities in engineering firms specializing in bioreactor design, fermentation technology, and process optimization.
- Finance: Some graduates enter roles in investment banking or venture capital focusing on life sciences investments.
- Consulting: Many join consulting firms providing strategic advice to biotech startups and established corporations.
- Analytics: Data analysts in biotech companies work on analyzing large datasets from clinical trials, genomics projects, and drug development pipelines.
- PSUs: Government organizations such as Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) and Department of Biotechnology (DBT) also recruit graduates for research positions.
Internship Season
The internship season at Amity University Patna typically begins in March, with students applying to internships at leading companies like BioNTech, Novartis, and Genentech. The stipend varies depending on the company and role but generally ranges between INR 15,000 to 30,000 per month.
Students also have opportunities to intern abroad through exchange programs with universities in Europe and North America. These experiences enhance their global perspective and make them more competitive in the job market.