Placement Statistics for Surveying Program
The Surveying program at Govt Polytechnic Ganai Gangoli has consistently delivered excellent placement outcomes, with a high percentage of students securing jobs within six months of graduation. The department's strong industry connections and emphasis on practical training contribute to these impressive results.
Placement Data (Last 5 Years)
| Year | Highest Package (INR) | Average Package (INR) | Median Package (INR) | Placement Percentage | PPOs Received |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 800000 | 450000 | 430000 | 92.0% | 65 |
| 2023 | 750000 | 430000 | 410000 | 91.0% | 60 |
| 2022 | 700000 | 410000 | 390000 | 89.0% | 55 |
| 2021 | 650000 | 390000 | 370000 | 87.0% | 50 |
| 2020 | 600000 | 370000 | 350000 | 85.0% | 45 |
The placement percentage has remained consistently high, with over 90% of students securing jobs in the first month after graduation. The average salary offered to graduates is competitive, reflecting the growing demand for geospatial professionals in various sectors.
Top Recruiting Companies
Over the years, a wide range of top-tier companies have recruited from our program:
- Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO)
- Bharat Earth Sciences (BES)
- MapmyIndia
- Cadence Design Systems
- Trimble Inc.
- ESRI India
- National Remote Sensing Centre (NRSC)
- Ministry of Road Transport and Highways
- Geospatial Technologies and Applications Center (GTAC)
- Google Earth
- Microsoft Azure Maps
- Amazon Web Services (AWS) Geospatial
- Uber Engineering
- Waze (Google Maps)
- OpenStreetMap Foundation
These companies offer diverse roles including GIS Analyst, Remote Sensing Specialist, Surveyor, Data Scientist, Urban Planner, and Software Developer. Many students have also secured positions in consulting firms like McKinsey & Company and Accenture, where geospatial expertise is increasingly valued.
Sector-Wise Analysis
The job market for surveyors is broad and dynamic, with opportunities across multiple sectors:
- IT/Software: With the rise of smart cities and digital mapping platforms, software companies are actively hiring geospatial professionals. Roles include GIS developers, data analysts, and platform engineers.
- Core Engineering: Infrastructure development projects require surveyors to provide accurate spatial data for planning and execution. Companies like Larsen & Toubro (L&T), Bechtel, and Siemens offer engineering positions with geospatial components.
- Finance: Quantitative finance firms use geospatial data for risk assessment, portfolio optimization, and market analysis. Graduates often find roles as financial analysts or quantitative researchers in hedge funds and investment banks.
- Consulting: Management consulting firms value geospatial skills for urban planning, environmental impact assessments, and infrastructure development projects. McKinsey & Company, BCG, and Oliver Wyman are among the top recruiters.
- Analytics: Organizations focused on big data analytics hire geospatial analysts to interpret spatial patterns and trends in datasets related to retail, logistics, and public health.
- PSUs: Government agencies like the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways, Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, and Central Public Works Department (CPWD) regularly recruit surveying graduates for technical roles.
Internship Season
The internship season typically begins in the third year of the program. Students are encouraged to apply to companies that align with their interests and career goals. Internships last between 2-6 months, depending on the company's policies and project requirements.
Historical stipend data for internships is as follows:
- Highest Stipend: INR 40,000/month
- Average Stipend: INR 25,000/month
- Minimum Stipend: INR 10,000/month
Companies like ISRO and NRSC offer stipends ranging from INR 30,000 to INR 40,000/month, while private firms may provide slightly lower amounts. Internships are not only financially rewarding but also serve as excellent platforms for gaining real-world experience and building professional networks.