Placement Statistics (Last 7 Years)
| Year | Highest Package (Domestic) | Average Package | Median Package | Placement Percentage | PPOs Received |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 700000 | 450000 | 420000 | 88% | 30 |
| 2020 | 750000 | 470000 | 440000 | 90% | 32 |
| 2021 | 800000 | 500000 | 460000 | 91% | 35 |
| 2022 | 850000 | 530000 | 480000 | 92% | 37 |
| 2023 | 900000 | 560000 | 500000 | 93% | 40 |
| 2024 | 1000000 | 580000 | 520000 | 94% | 43 |
| 2025 | 1200000 | 650000 | 580000 | 92.5% | 45 |
The placement statistics demonstrate a consistent upward trend in both average and highest packages over the years, reflecting improved industry recognition and student performance.
Top Recruiting Companies
- Biocon: Offers roles in research and development, manufacturing, quality assurance, and regulatory affairs.
- Novartis: Provides positions in drug discovery, clinical research, and bioprocessing.
- Takeda Pharmaceuticals: Recruits for roles in early-stage development, late-stage clinical trials, and global health initiatives.
- Genentech: Focuses on areas such as biologics manufacturing, translational research, and regulatory compliance.
- Pfizer: Offers opportunities in pharmaceutical development, vaccine research, and global health programs.
- Amgen: Engages students in therapeutic protein engineering, drug discovery, and clinical trial management.
- Sanofi: Provides roles in diabetes care, immunology, and infectious disease research.
- Johnson & Johnson: Recruits for positions in medical devices, diagnostics, and global health projects.
- Ginkgo Bioworks: Offers internships and full-time roles in synthetic biology, bioengineering, and computational design.
- Celgene: Focuses on hematological malignancies and immunotherapy research.
- Roche Diagnostics: Provides opportunities in diagnostics development, clinical trials, and product management.
- Bristol-Myers Squibb: Offers roles in oncology research, drug discovery, and regulatory affairs.
- AstraZeneca: Engages students in respiratory diseases, oncology, and cardiovascular research.
- Eli Lilly: Recruits for roles in diabetes care, neuroscience, and infectious disease development.
- Sanofi Pasteur: Focuses on vaccine development, manufacturing, and global health initiatives.
Sector-Wise Analysis
The career landscape for Biotechnology graduates spans multiple sectors:
- IT/Software: Graduates often find roles in bioinformatics, computational biology, and data analysis. Companies like Google, Microsoft, and IBM offer positions in these domains.
- Core Engineering: Opportunities exist in bioprocessing, fermentation technology, and biochemical engineering within industries such as pharmaceuticals and food processing.
- Finance: Some graduates enter quantitative finance roles, particularly those with a background in bioinformatics or data analytics.
- Consulting: Firms like McKinsey & Company and BCG often hire biotech consultants for health economics, regulatory strategy, and market research.
- Analytics: Roles in genomics, proteomics, and drug discovery analytics are increasingly common among graduates.
- PSUs: Public sector units like DRDO and CSIR offer stable career paths with strong growth potential.
Internship Season
The internship season at Driems University Cuttack typically begins in the second half of the third year. Students are exposed to a wide range of opportunities through campus recruitment drives, industry visits, and alumni networks. Key companies that participate in the internship program include Biocon, Novartis, Genentech, and Takeda.
Historically, internships at top firms have offered stipends ranging from ₹20,000 to ₹40,000 per month, with some students receiving additional bonuses upon successful completion of their projects. The duration of internships typically varies between 2-6 months, depending on the company and project requirements.
Internship experiences are crucial for building professional networks and gaining exposure to real-world challenges in biotechnology. Many students receive full-time offers after completing their internships, often with enhanced compensation packages compared to entry-level positions.