Placement Statistics Overview
The placement performance of our Food Processing graduates reflects the growing recognition and demand for skilled professionals in this field. Over the past five years, our program has consistently delivered strong results, with a high percentage of students securing jobs across multiple sectors.
Historical Placement Data (Last 5 Years)
| Year | Highest Package (Domestic) | Average Package | Median Package | Placement Percentage | PPOs Received |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 12,00,000 | 6,50,000 | 6,00,000 | 94.0% | 45 |
| 2024 | 10,00,000 | 6,00,000 | 5,80,000 | 93.0% | 42 |
| 2023 | 9,50,000 | 5,80,000 | 5,50,000 | 92.0% | 38 |
| 2022 | 9,00,000 | 5,50,000 | 5,20,000 | 91.0% | 35 |
| 2021 | 8,50,000 | 5,20,000 | 4,90,000 | 90.0% | 32 |
Top Recruiting Companies
The Food Processing program attracts recruitment from leading companies across various domains. Here are the top 25 recruiters who have shown consistent interest in hiring our graduates:
- Nestlé
- PepsiCo
- ITC Limited
- Hindustan Unilever Limited
- Cargill
- Danone
- Kraft Heinz
- Mondelez International
- Coca-Cola
- Amul
- Nestlé Research Center
- Danone Innovation Lab
- FSSAI
- Ministry of Food Processing Industries
- Indian Institute of Food Processing Technology
- Pioneer Foods
- Sunflower Oil Limited
- Parle Agro
- Vedanta Resources
- Bharti Airtel
- Reliance Industries
- Larsen & Toubro
- Hindustan Zinc
- Wipro
- Tata Chemicals
Job Profiles and Roles Offered
Graduates of the Food Processing program are typically offered roles in diverse sectors. The most common job profiles include:
- Food Scientist: Responsible for developing new food products, conducting research on nutritional content, and ensuring compliance with safety standards.
- Product Development Engineer: Involved in designing and testing new food formulations, packaging solutions, and processing techniques.
- Quality Assurance Manager: Ensures that food products meet regulatory requirements and industry standards through rigorous testing and monitoring procedures.
- Process Control Specialist: Monitors production processes using automation tools and ensures optimal performance of equipment and machinery.
- Sensory Evaluation Analyst: Conducts sensory tests to assess flavor, texture, aroma, and appearance of food products.
- Food Safety Officer: Implements and enforces food safety protocols in manufacturing plants and ensures adherence to HACCP guidelines.
- Supply Chain Coordinator: Manages logistics and distribution networks for food products from farm to consumer.
- R&D Scientist: Conducts research and develops innovative solutions to improve food processing methods and product quality.
- Data Analyst in Food Industry: Analyzes data related to production efficiency, market trends, and consumer behavior to drive business decisions.
- Regulatory Affairs Specialist: Ensures compliance with national and international regulations governing food safety and labeling.
Sector-wise Analysis
The Food Processing program prepares students for careers in multiple sectors, each offering unique opportunities and challenges:
- IT/Software: Graduates often find roles in food analytics software development, data processing tools, and automation systems. Companies like Wipro and TATA Consultancy Services frequently recruit our alumni.
- Core Engineering: Opportunities exist in equipment design, process optimization, plant layout planning, and industrial engineering roles at companies such as Larsen & Toubro and Hindustan Zinc.
- Finance: Some graduates enter financial consulting roles focusing on food industry investments, supply chain financing, and capital markets analysis.
- Consulting: Consulting firms like McKinsey & Company and Boston Consulting Group sometimes hire our graduates for strategy and operations roles in the food sector.
- Analytics: With increasing reliance on data-driven decision-making, graduates are sought after by analytics firms specializing in food industry insights.
- PSUs: Government enterprises like FSSAI, Ministry of Food Processing Industries, and Indian Institute of Food Processing Technology regularly recruit our alumni for policy and research roles.
Internship Season
The internship season is a critical phase in the career development of our students. Internships provide hands-on experience, networking opportunities, and insights into industry practices. The process begins in the third year and continues through the fourth year.
Key companies that have participated in our internship program include Nestlé Research Center, Danone Innovation Lab, ITC Food Processing Unit, and PepsiCo's R&D facilities. Stipend structures vary based on company policies and roles but typically range from ₹25,000 to ₹50,000 per month.
Internship durations are generally 3-6 months, with some extended opportunities lasting up to a year. Students receive mentorship from both faculty advisors and industry professionals during their internship tenure. Upon completion, students often receive full-time offers based on performance evaluations.