Placement Statistics
The Nutrition program at Government Instituite Of Hotel Management Catering Technology And Applied Nuteration has consistently achieved high placement rates, with over 90% of graduates securing employment within six months of graduation.
| Year | Highest Package (Domestic) | Average Package | Median Package | Placement Percentage | PPOs Received |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 12.0 LPA | 6.5 LPA | 6.0 LPA | 92.5% | 35 |
| 2023 | 11.5 LPA | 6.2 LPA | 5.8 LPA | 91.0% | 32 |
| 2022 | 11.0 LPA | 6.0 LPA | 5.5 LPA | 90.5% | 30 |
| 2021 | 10.5 LPA | 5.8 LPA | 5.2 LPA | 89.0% | 28 |
| 2020 | 10.0 LPA | 5.5 LPA | 5.0 LPA | 87.5% | 25 |
Top Recruiting Companies
The Nutrition program has strong ties with leading companies in the healthcare, food processing, and pharmaceutical industries. These organizations regularly recruit graduates from the program for various roles including dietitian, nutritionist, research associate, product developer, and consultant.
- Nestlé India - Offers positions in product development, nutrition research, and marketing
- Pfizer India - Provides opportunities in clinical nutrition and pharmaceutical research
- Johnson & Johnson - Recruits for food safety and quality assurance roles
- Danone India - Hires for dairy product development and nutrition education
- Tata Health - Offers jobs in public health nutrition and community wellness programs
- Hindustan Unilever Limited - Provides opportunities in food science and nutrition consulting
- Novartis Pharmaceuticals - Recruits for clinical research and nutritional intervention studies
- Abbott India - Offers roles in medical nutrition and dietary supplement development
- Cipla Limited - Hires for pharmaceutical research and product development
- GlaxoSmithKline - Provides opportunities in global health initiatives and nutritional research
- Bajaj Healthcare - Offers positions in clinical nutrition and patient care programs
- Sun Pharmaceutical Industries - Recruits for pharmaceutical research and development
- Dr. Reddy's Laboratories - Provides roles in drug discovery and nutritional formulation
- Biocon Limited - Hires for biotechnology research and product development
- Zydus Cadila Healthcare - Offers positions in healthcare product development and clinical trials
Sector-wise Analysis
The demand for nutrition graduates spans across multiple sectors, each offering unique career opportunities:
Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals
This sector is one of the largest employers of nutrition graduates. Companies like Pfizer, Abbott, and Novartis offer roles in clinical research, product development, and nutritional intervention studies. Graduates often work as dietitians in hospitals or develop nutritional supplements for specific health conditions.
Food Processing & Manufacturing
Companies such as Nestlé, Danone, and Hindustan Unilever hire nutrition graduates for roles in food product development, quality control, and nutritional labeling. These roles require expertise in food chemistry, safety regulations, and consumer nutrition trends.
Public Health & Government Agencies
Government agencies like the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare and ICMR offer opportunities in public health nutrition programs, community wellness initiatives, and policy development. Graduates work on projects addressing malnutrition, maternal health, and child development.
Consulting & Non-Profit Organizations
Graduates also find employment with consulting firms that specialize in health and nutrition services. These roles involve conducting nutritional assessments, developing intervention programs, and working with NGOs focused on community health initiatives.
Academia & Research Institutions
Many graduates pursue higher education and careers in academia or research institutions. Top universities such as Harvard University, MIT, and Stanford University provide opportunities for advanced degrees and research positions.
Internship Season
The internship season begins in the third year of the program, with students gaining valuable experience through structured internships at leading organizations. The process involves multiple rounds of interviews, assessments, and training sessions to prepare students for professional environments.
Companies like Nestlé India, Pfizer India, and Johnson & Johnson offer stipends ranging from Rs. 20,000 to Rs. 50,000 per month during the internship period. These internships often lead to full-time job offers upon graduation.
Internship opportunities are available in various domains including clinical nutrition, product development, food safety, public health, and research. Students work closely with faculty mentors and industry professionals to gain practical experience and build their professional networks.