Placements
The placement statistics for Anant National University Ahmedabad's Product Design program are consistently impressive, reflecting the high demand for graduates in a rapidly evolving industry landscape. Over the past five years, the program has maintained an average placement rate exceeding 90%, with some cohorts achieving near-perfect placement rates.
| Year | Highest Package (Domestic) | Average Package (Domestic) | Median Package (Domestic) | Placement Rate (%) | Number of PPOs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 15,00,000 | 8,50,000 | 7,80,000 | 94.5 | 120 |
| 2022 | 13,50,000 | 7,80,000 | 7,20,000 | 92.0 | 110 |
| 2021 | 12,00,000 | 7,20,000 | 6,50,000 | 90.5 | 100 |
| 2020 | 11,00,000 | 6,80,000 | 6,00,000 | 89.0 | 90 |
| 2019 | 10,00,000 | 6,20,000 | 5,80,000 | 87.5 | 80 |
The program's placement success is attributed to strong industry connections, rigorous training in design thinking, and a focus on developing practical skills that align with market demands.
A significant number of students are placed internationally, with opportunities in countries like the United States, Canada, the UK, Germany, and Australia. These placements often involve roles in multinational corporations and startups, offering global exposure and career growth potential.
Top recruiting companies include:
- Google: Offers positions as UX Designer, Product Manager, Interaction Designer, and Research Analyst.
- Microsoft: Hires for roles such as UI/UX Designer, Product Designer, and Visual Designer.
- Adobe: Provides opportunities in Creative Cloud Design, User Experience Research, and Product Strategy.
- Apple: Recruits for Design Internships and Full-Time Roles in Product Design, Interaction Design, and Visual Design.
- IDEO: Offers internships and full-time positions in Human-Centered Design, Innovation Consulting, and Design Research.
- Samsung: Seeks designers for mobile app interfaces, smart home products, and wearable devices.
- Siemens: Engages students for roles in industrial design, product development, and digital innovation labs.
- Intel: Offers internships and full-time positions in hardware design, software integration, and user experience.
- Bosch: Hires for automotive design, embedded systems, and smart home product development.
- Tesla: Recruits for vehicle interior design, software interfaces, and autonomous system integration.
- General Motors: Provides opportunities in automotive styling, user interface design, and vehicle innovation.
- Procter & Gamble: Offers roles in consumer product design, packaging innovation, and brand strategy.
- Coca-Cola: Seeks designers for branding, packaging, and digital marketing initiatives.
- Unilever: Engages students for product development, sustainability design, and consumer research.
- Siemens Mobility: Offers positions in urban transport systems, smart mobility solutions, and industrial design.
The sector-wise analysis shows that IT/software companies dominate the recruitment landscape, followed by core engineering firms, consulting agencies, analytics firms, and public sector undertakings (PSUs). The trend indicates a growing demand for professionals who can bridge design and technology.
Internship season typically begins in the third year of the program. Students are placed with companies across various domains including tech startups, multinational corporations, research institutions, and government agencies. Historical stipend data shows that internships offer competitive compensation ranging from INR 40,000 to 80,000 per month, depending on the company and role.