Placement Statistics Overview
The Pharmacy program at G L A University Mathura consistently achieves high placement rates, with over 92% of graduates securing jobs within six months of graduation. The following table presents detailed statistics for the last five years:
| Year | Highest Package (INR) | Average Package (INR) | Median Package (INR) | Placement Percentage | Number of PPOs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 1,200,000 | 600,000 | 580,000 | 92% | 32 |
| 2023 | 1,100,000 | 580,000 | 560,000 | 90% | 28 |
| 2022 | 1,000,000 | 550,000 | 530,000 | 89% | 25 |
| 2021 | 950,000 | 530,000 | 500,000 | 87% | 22 |
| 2020 | 900,000 | 500,000 | 480,000 | 85% | 19 |
The program also offers excellent international placement opportunities, with a growing number of graduates securing positions in multinational corporations based abroad.
Top Recruiting Companies
Over the past few years, more than 20 companies have recruited from our Pharmacy program. These include:
- Novartis (Pharmaceuticals)
- Johnson & Johnson (Healthcare)
- Pfizer (Drug Development)
- Roche (Diagnostics and Therapeutics)
- AstraZeneca (Biopharma)
- GlaxoSmithKline (GSK) (Pharmaceuticals)
- Sanofi (Biotechnology)
- Bayer (Pharmaceuticals)
- Eli Lilly (Drug Discovery)
- Abbott (Medical Devices)
- Cipla (Generic Drugs)
- Sun Pharmaceutical Industries (Pharma)
- Divi's Laboratories (Pharmaceuticals)
- Dr. Reddy's Laboratories (Pharmaceuticals)
- Zydus Cadila (Pharmaceuticals)
These companies offer a variety of roles such as Research Scientist, Clinical Pharmacist, Regulatory Affairs Specialist, Formulation Developer, Quality Assurance Analyst, and Medical Science Liaison.
Sector-wise Analysis
The pharmaceutical industry provides diverse career pathways for graduates, with the following sectors being prominent:
IT/Software
With the rise of digital health platforms and AI-driven drug discovery tools, many graduates are finding opportunities in software companies specializing in healthcare IT solutions. Roles include Data Analyst, Software Developer, and Product Manager.
Core Engineering
Graduates with strong technical backgrounds often transition into core engineering roles within pharmaceutical manufacturing firms, focusing on process optimization, automation, and quality control systems.
Finance
The finance sector offers opportunities for graduates interested in investment banking, equity research, or corporate finance roles within pharmaceutical companies. These positions often require analytical skills and knowledge of financial markets.
Consulting
Graduates with strong communication and problem-solving skills may pursue careers in management consulting firms that specialize in healthcare or pharmaceutical industries.
Analytics
Data analytics roles are increasingly popular among pharmacy graduates who wish to work in data science teams focused on drug development, patient outcomes, or market research.
PSUs
Public sector units such as the Central Drugs Standard Control Organization (CDSCO) and various state-level regulatory bodies provide stable career paths for those interested in public service roles.
Internship Season
The internship season begins in early spring, with companies offering stipends ranging from INR 15,000 to 40,000 per month depending on the company and role. Internships last between 2-6 months and are often converted into full-time offers upon completion.
Notable internships include those at:
- Novartis (Research & Development)
- Pfizer (Clinical Trials)
- AstraZeneca (Drug Discovery)
- Johnson & Johnson (Manufacturing)
- Bayer (Quality Assurance)
The university's placement cell actively coordinates with these organizations to ensure that students receive meaningful internships aligned with their career interests and academic progress.