Placement Statistics
The Law program at Dr D Y Patil Dnyan Prasad Pune has consistently achieved high placement rates, with over 90% of graduates securing employment within six months of graduation. The program's strong industry connections and emphasis on practical skills have made its graduates highly sought after by employers.
| Year | Highest Package (INR) | Average Package (INR) | Median Package (INR) | Placement Percentage | PPOs Received |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 1200000 | 750000 | 700000 | 92.0% | 35 |
| 2023 | 1100000 | 720000 | 680000 | 90.0% | 30 |
| 2022 | 980000 | 680000 | 640000 | 88.0% | 25 |
| 2021 | 900000 | 640000 | 600000 | 86.0% | 20 |
| 2020 | 850000 | 600000 | 550000 | 83.0% | 15 |
The program's placement performance is driven by its comprehensive industry engagement, where companies actively recruit from the campus. Graduates are placed in diverse sectors including law firms, government agencies, multinational corporations, and non-profit organizations.
Top Recruiting Companies
A number of prominent legal and corporate firms regularly visit the campus to recruit graduates from our Law program:
- Khaitan & Co.: A leading international law firm specializing in corporate law, mergers and acquisitions, and regulatory compliance.
- Amarchand Mangaldas & Suresh A. Shroff: One of India's premier law firms with expertise in intellectual property, commercial disputes, and financial services.
- Luthra & Luthra Legal: A boutique firm known for its work in labor law, employment litigation, and regulatory affairs.
- Google: Offers roles in legal advisory, compliance, and policy development related to data privacy and international operations.
- Microsoft: Seeks legal professionals for contract management, intellectual property protection, and regulatory compliance.
- Amazon: Provides opportunities in e-commerce law, supply chain regulation, and digital rights management.
- SBI Legal: Offers positions in banking law, financial services regulation, and credit control.
- HDFC Legal: Engages with graduates for roles in mortgage law, insurance, and consumer finance.
- Axis Bank Legal: Focuses on corporate law, regulatory compliance, and dispute resolution within financial institutions.
- National Human Rights Commission: Provides opportunities in public interest litigation and human rights advocacy.
- Supreme Court of India: Offers positions in judicial research, legal drafting, and administrative support.
- Ministry of External Affairs: Recruits for roles in international law, diplomatic relations, and treaty negotiations.
- Oxford University: Offers postgraduate programs and research fellowships for outstanding graduates.
- Harvard Law School: Provides admission opportunities for exceptional candidates pursuing advanced legal education.
- Yale Law School: Recognizes top performers with scholarships and acceptance into its graduate programs.
The typical job profiles offered include Legal Associate, Compliance Officer, Corporate Counsel, Policy Analyst, Legal Consultant, and Advocates. These roles often involve contract drafting, case management, regulatory compliance, and stakeholder engagement.
Sector-wise Analysis
The demand for law graduates is widespread across various sectors:
- IT/Software: Firms like Google, Microsoft, and Amazon require legal experts to navigate data privacy laws, international trade regulations, and intellectual property frameworks.
- Core Engineering: Graduates find opportunities in companies such as Tata Motors and Larsen & Toubro for roles in procurement law, contract management, and regulatory compliance.
- Finance: Banks and financial institutions seek legal professionals for risk assessment, credit control, and compliance with central banking regulations.
- Consulting: Management consulting firms like McKinsey & Company and BCG look for legal advisors to provide insights on regulatory changes and policy impacts.
- Analytics: With increasing reliance on data analytics, legal professionals are needed to interpret privacy laws and ensure compliance with GDPR and similar regulations.
- PSUs: Public Sector Undertakings such as NTPC and Coal India recruit law graduates for roles in regulatory affairs, procurement, and policy development.
The internship season typically begins in the final year of undergraduate studies. Companies like Google, Microsoft, and Amazon offer internships ranging from 3 to 6 months with stipends ranging from INR 25000 to INR 50000 per month. These internships provide valuable exposure to corporate environments and help students transition into full-time roles.