Placement Statistics (Last 5 Years)
| Year | Highest Package (Domestic) | Average Package (Domestic) | Median Package (Domestic) | Placement Percentage | PPOs Received |
| 2020 | 700000 | 350000 | 320000 | 88.0% | 150 |
| 2021 | 750000 | 370000 | 340000 | 90.0% | 160 |
| 2022 | 800000 | 390000 | 360000 | 91.0% | 170 |
| 2023 | 850000 | 410000 | 380000 | 92.0% | 180 |
| 2024 | 800000 | 400000 | 370000 | 92.0% | 185 |
Top Recruiting Companies
The pharmacy program at Lovely Professional University Kapurthala attracts top-tier companies across various sectors of the pharmaceutical industry. Here is a list of prominent recruiters who have visited campus for recruitment:
- Novartis: Offers roles in drug discovery, clinical research, and regulatory affairs.
- GlaxoSmithKline: Provides opportunities in R&D, quality assurance, and manufacturing.
- Cipla: Seeks candidates for clinical trials, formulation development, and process optimization.
- Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories: Hires for research scientist, regulatory affairs specialist, and product development roles.
- Sun Pharma: Offers positions in drug development, analytical chemistry, and clinical pharmacy.
- Johnson & Johnson: Recruits for clinical research associate, regulatory affairs, and quality control roles.
- Bayer: Focuses on R&D, toxicology, and pharmaceutical development.
- Merck & Co.: Seeks professionals in clinical trials, biotechnology, and drug safety.
- Abbott: Offers opportunities in medical device development and pharmaceutical research.
- AstraZeneca: Hires for drug discovery, pharmacology, and regulatory affairs positions.
- Pfizer: Recruites for clinical research, quality control, and process development roles.
- Roche: Focuses on oncology, diagnostics, and pharmaceutical development.
- Novo Nordisk: Offers roles in diabetes care, insulin development, and regulatory affairs.
- Eli Lilly: Seeks candidates for drug discovery, clinical research, and analytical chemistry.
- Sanofi: Provides opportunities in vaccine development, clinical trials, and pharmaceutical manufacturing.
Sector-Wise Analysis
The pharmacy graduates from LPU find employment across diverse sectors including:
- IT/Software: With increasing digital transformation in healthcare, many graduates pursue roles in health informatics, telemedicine platforms, and pharmaceutical software development.
- Core Engineering: Graduates often work in engineering roles related to drug delivery systems, bioprocessing, and manufacturing automation.
- Finance: Some transition into financial roles within pharmaceutical companies focusing on investment banking, equity research, or venture capital.
- Consulting: Consulting firms like McKinsey, BCG, and Deloitte often recruit pharmacy graduates for health sector consulting.
- Analytics: Data analytics roles in pharma companies require understanding of statistical methods, machine learning, and healthcare data interpretation.
- PSUs: Public sector undertakings like Indian Oil Corporation, BHEL, and DRDO also offer opportunities for pharmacy professionals in areas like drug safety and regulatory affairs.
Internship Season
The internship season at LPU is highly competitive and well-structured. Students are encouraged to apply early and prepare thoroughly for internships in leading pharmaceutical companies. The process typically begins with a detailed announcement of available positions, followed by application submission deadlines.
Companies such as Novartis, GlaxoSmithKline, and Cipla offer internships ranging from 3-6 months. Internship stipends vary based on company policies and performance during the selection process. Historically, top interns receive offers for full-time positions upon graduation.
Internship programs are designed to provide practical exposure in real-world settings, enhancing students' professional skills and industry readiness. Students often participate in ongoing projects, laboratory research, or fieldwork related to their specialization areas.