Placement Statistics
The pharmacy program at Era University Lucknow boasts a strong track record in placements, with an average placement rate of 92% over the past five years. The highest package offered was INR 800,000, while the average package stood at INR 400,000.
| Year | Highest Package (INR) | Average Package (INR) | Median Package (INR) | Placement Percentage | PPOs Offered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 750,000 | 380,000 | 360,000 | 90% | 45 |
| 2021 | 700,000 | 370,000 | 350,000 | 91% | 48 |
| 2022 | 650,000 | 360,000 | 340,000 | 92% | 50 |
| 2023 | 600,000 | 350,000 | 330,000 | 91% | 47 |
| 2024 | 800,000 | 400,000 | 370,000 | 92% | 55 |
Top Recruiting Companies
The pharmacy program attracts recruitment from leading pharmaceutical companies and healthcare organizations:
- Cipla
- Sun Pharma
- Dr. Reddy's Laboratories
- Aurobindo Pharma
- Biocon
- Zydus Cadila
- Lupin
- Ranbaxy
- Glenmark Pharmaceuticals
- Natco Pharma
- Johnson & Johnson
- Pfizer
- Novartis
- Merck & Co.
- Roche
These companies offer roles such as:
- Research Scientist
- Pharmaceutical Analyst
- Clinical Research Associate
- Quality Assurance Officer
- Drug Development Specialist
- Regulatory Affairs Manager
- Formulation Developer
- Pharmacovigilance Officer
- Medical Science Liaison
- Pharmaceutical Marketing Executive
Sector-wise Analysis
The pharmaceutical industry offers diverse career paths across various sectors:
- IT/Software: With the rise of digital health, companies like Medscape and HealthTap offer opportunities in software development for healthcare applications.
- Core Engineering: Roles in manufacturing and automation within pharmaceutical plants are available with companies like Pfizer and Novartis.
- Finance: Graduates can explore roles in investment banking or financial analysis related to pharmaceutical companies.
- Consulting: Consulting firms such as McKinsey & Company and Deloitte often hire pharmacy graduates for healthcare strategy roles.
- Analytics: Data analysts working with drug trial data are in demand at major pharma companies.
- PSUs: Public sector undertakings like Indian Oil Corporation and National Pharmaceutical Pricing Authority offer stable career paths.
Internship Season
The internship season typically begins in the third year. Students are placed with top pharmaceutical firms for 6-month internships, where they gain practical experience in drug development, quality control, and regulatory affairs. The average stipend ranges from INR 20,000 to INR 40,000 per month, with some exceptional opportunities offering up to INR 60,000.
Internship experiences are crucial for securing full-time positions post-graduation. Many students receive PPOs (Pre-Placement Offers) during their internships, which significantly boost their career prospects and financial stability upon graduation.