Placement Overview
The placement record of our Urban Planning program is consistently impressive, reflecting the high demand for graduates with strong technical and analytical capabilities in urban environments. Over the last five years, our placement statistics have shown a steady increase in both domestic and international opportunities.
Placement Statistics (Last 5 Years)
| Year | Highest Package (Domestic) | Average Package | Median Package | Placement Percentage | PPOs Received |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | ₹950,000 | ₹680,000 | ₹650,000 | 94.5% | 120 |
| 2022 | ₹870,000 | ₹630,000 | ₹600,000 | 93.0% | 105 |
| 2021 | ₹820,000 | ₹580,000 | ₹560,000 | 91.5% | 95 |
| 2020 | ₹780,000 | ₹540,000 | ₹520,000 | 90.0% | 85 |
| 2019 | ₹730,000 | ₹500,000 | ₹480,000 | 89.0% | 75 |
Top Recruiting Companies
The program attracts top-tier recruiters from various sectors including IT/Software, Core Engineering, Finance, Consulting, Analytics, and PSUs. The following companies have been regular recruiters:
- Microsoft
- IBM
- Siemens
- Accenture
- Deloitte
- McKinsey & Company
- World Bank
- Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA)
- National Institute of Urban Affairs (NIUA)
- Cushman & Wakefield
- Proptech firms like Zillow and RealPage
- Urban Planning Consultancies such as AECOM, WSP
- Financial Institutions like HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank
- Government Agencies including Ministry of Urban Development
Sector-wise Analysis
IT/Software: Graduates are often hired as Data Analysts, Urban Informatics Specialists, or Policy Research Associates in tech giants. Roles include SDE-1, Product Manager, and Solution Architect.
Core Engineering: Firms like Siemens, AECOM, and WSP offer positions in urban infrastructure planning, project management, and environmental impact assessment.
Finance: Banks and financial institutions seek planners with analytical skills to assess real estate development risks and urban investment opportunities.
Consulting: Consulting firms like McKinsey, Deloitte, and PwC hire graduates for strategy, policy analysis, and urban development consulting roles.
Analytics: Companies like Zillow and RealPage employ planners to analyze housing trends, market dynamics, and urban growth patterns using big data techniques.
PSUs: Government agencies such as MMRDA, NIUA, and Ministry of Urban Development offer stable career paths with opportunities for policy influence and large-scale implementation.
Internship Season
The internship season typically begins in the third year, with students securing placements in organizations across sectors. Key companies participating in internships include Microsoft, Google, Siemens, and various urban planning consultancies.
Historical stipend data shows that most interns receive between ₹30,000 to ₹50,000 per month, with some top-tier firms offering up to ₹70,000. Internship durations range from 2-6 months, depending on the organization and project scope.