Placement Statistics (Last 5 Years)

Top Recruiting Companies

The Pharmacy program at Icmai University Solan attracts top-tier pharmaceutical companies and research organizations. Here are the leading recruiters who have offered placements to our graduates:

• Pfizer Inc.: Offers roles such as Research Scientist, Formulation Developer, Regulatory Affairs Specialist, and Clinical Pharmacologist.
• Novartis AG: Provides opportunities in Drug Discovery, Development, Quality Assurance, and Global Health Policy roles.
• Roche Diagnostics: Hires for positions in Pharmaceutical R&D, Product Development, and Clinical Trial Management.
• Johnson & Johnson: Offers internships and full-time roles in Regulatory Affairs, Pharmacovigilance, and Drug Development.
• Abbott Laboratories: Seeks graduates for roles in Biotechnology, Formulation Development, and Global Market Access.
• Merck KGaA: Provides positions in Pharmaceutical Technology, Process Development, and Quality Control.
• GlaxoSmithKline (GSK): Offers roles in Clinical Pharmacology, Regulatory Affairs, and Drug Discovery.
• AstraZeneca: Recruits for Research Scientist, Data Analyst, and Clinical Development roles.
• Bayer AG: Hires for Product Development, Quality Assurance, and Pharmacovigilance positions.
• Sanofi: Offers roles in Drug Discovery, Clinical Research, and Regulatory Affairs.
• Janssen Pharmaceuticals: Provides opportunities in Pharmaceutical R&D, Clinical Trial Management, and Global Market Access.
• Novo Nordisk: Seeks graduates for positions in Diabetes Therapeutics, Drug Development, and Regulatory Affairs.
• Takeda Pharmaceutical Company: Offers roles in Drug Discovery, Development, and Quality Assurance.
• Eli Lilly and Company: Hires for Research Scientist, Clinical Pharmacologist, and Regulatory Specialist roles.
• Bristol Myers Squibb: Provides opportunities in Biotechnology, Drug Development, and Global Health Policy.

Sector-Wise Analysis

Graduates from the Pharmacy program at Icmai University Solan find employment across various sectors. The dominant areas include:

• IT/Software: Increasingly, pharmaceutical companies are leveraging digital tools for drug discovery, clinical trial management, and data analytics. Our graduates have secured roles in software development and analytics within healthcare IT.
• Core Engineering: Some students transition into engineering roles in pharmaceutical manufacturing, focusing on process design, automation, and equipment development.
• Finance: Graduates with strong analytical skills often pursue roles in investment banking, financial consulting, or regulatory finance within the pharma industry.
• Consulting: Many alumni work as consultants for firms specializing in healthcare strategy, market research, and policy development.
• Analytics: With growing demand for data-driven decision-making, our graduates are increasingly employed in analytics roles related to drug efficacy studies, patient outcomes, and market trends.
• PSUs: Government organizations like the Central Drugs Standard Control Organization (CDSCO) and Indian Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences (IIPS) regularly recruit our graduates for regulatory and research positions.

Internship Season

The internship season begins in the second year and culminates in the final year. Internships provide students with practical experience, industry exposure, and networking opportunities. Companies like Pfizer, Novartis, Roche, and Johnson & Johnson offer summer internships to students.

Historically, the highest stipend offered during the internship season has been INR 50,000 per month for top-performing students. The average stipend ranges between INR 25,000 to 35,000 per month depending on company and role.

Internship opportunities are often linked with ongoing research projects or departmental collaborations. Students may also participate in industry-sponsored projects that contribute to their final-year thesis or capstone project.