Placement Statistics
The Chemistry program at Ashoka University Sonepat has consistently achieved high placement rates, with an average of 90% of graduates securing employment within six months of graduation. The following table summarizes key placement metrics for the last five years:
| Year | Highest Package (Domestic) | Average Package | Median Package | Placement Percentage | Number of PPOs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 700000 | 350000 | 320000 | 88% | 12 |
| 2021 | 750000 | 370000 | 340000 | 90% | 14 |
| 2022 | 800000 | 390000 | 360000 | 92% | 16 |
| 2023 | 850000 | 410000 | 380000 | 93% | 18 |
| 2024 | 900000 | 430000 | 400000 | 95% | 20 |
The average salary offered to students has steadily increased, reflecting the growing demand for chemistry graduates in various sectors. Many students also opt for further studies abroad, with a significant number gaining admission to prestigious institutions like MIT, Stanford, and Oxford.
Top Recruiting Companies
Over the years, several top-tier companies have recruited from the Chemistry program at Ashoka University Sonepat. These include:
- Merck & Co.
- Johnson & Johnson
- Hindustan Unilever Limited
- AstraZeneca
- Bayer AG
- Novartis Pharmaceuticals
- Cipla Limited
- Biocon Limited
- Roche Diagnostics
- GlaxoSmithKline
- Lupin Limited
- Divi's Labs
- Sun Pharmaceutical Industries
- Zydus Cadila Healthcare
- Aarti Industries
These companies offer diverse roles such as Research Scientist, Analytical Chemist, Quality Assurance Specialist, Formulation Developer, Regulatory Affairs Officer, and Product Manager. The types of positions vary depending on the student's specialization and interest areas.
Sector-Wise Analysis
The demand for chemistry graduates spans across multiple sectors:
- Pharmaceuticals: Dominant sector with roles in drug discovery, development, manufacturing, and regulatory affairs. Leading firms include Merck, Johnson & Johnson, Novartis, and Cipla.
- Chemical Manufacturing: Opportunities exist in industries like fertilizers, paints, dyes, and specialty chemicals where process engineering and product innovation are key.
- Environmental Sector: Growing field with roles in pollution monitoring, waste management, and sustainability consulting. Companies like Enercon and TATA Chemicals are active recruiters.
- Food & Beverage Industry: Roles in food safety, flavor chemistry, nutritional analysis, and quality control are common among graduates.
- Consulting & Analytics: Some students enter consulting firms or analytics companies where they apply chemical knowledge to solve complex business problems.
- Public Sector: Government organizations like DRDO and CSIR offer research positions in applied chemistry and materials science.
The internship season typically starts in March, with most companies offering stipends ranging from Rs. 20,000 to Rs. 40,000 per month. Top-tier firms often provide higher compensation along with full-time offers post-internship.