Placement Statistics
| Year | Highest Package (Domestic) | Average Package | Median Package | Placement Percentage | PPOs Received |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 800,000 | 450,000 | 420,000 | 92% | 30 |
| 2023 | 750,000 | 420,000 | 390,000 | 90% | 28 |
| 2022 | 680,000 | 390,000 | 370,000 | 88% | 25 |
| 2021 | 620,000 | 370,000 | 350,000 | 87% | 22 |
| 2020 | 580,000 | 350,000 | 330,000 | 85% | 20 |
Top Recruiting Companies
The Pharmacy program at Maharishi Markandeshwar University Ambala attracts top-tier pharmaceutical companies from India and abroad. These firms offer diverse roles tailored to the unique skills and knowledge of our graduates:
- Pfizer Inc.: Offers positions in drug development, regulatory affairs, and clinical research
- Johnson & Johnson: Provides opportunities in manufacturing, quality assurance, and marketing
- Cipla Limited: Seeks graduates for R&D, formulation development, and commercial roles
- GlaxoSmithKline (GSK): Hires for clinical trials, pharmacovigilance, and safety analysis
- Sun Pharmaceuticals Industries Ltd.: Offers roles in drug discovery, regulatory submissions, and global markets
- Abbott Laboratories: Recruits for medical devices, diagnostics, and pharmaceuticals
- Bayer AG: Engages graduates in agricultural biotechnology and human healthcare
- AstraZeneca: Focuses on oncology research, clinical development, and safety evaluation
- Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation: Seeks professionals for drug development, regulatory affairs, and market research
- Roche Diagnostics: Offers roles in diagnostic development, clinical laboratory services, and digital health
- Merck & Co.: Provides opportunities in pharmaceutical research, development, and global operations
- Eli Lilly and Company: Recruits for therapeutic area development, clinical research, and safety monitoring
- Takeda Pharmaceutical Company: Hires for drug discovery, clinical development, and regulatory affairs
- Shire plc: Offers positions in rare disease therapies, patient advocacy, and clinical research
- Bristol-Myers Squibb: Seeks graduates for oncology research, pharmacovigilance, and drug development
Sector-Wise Analysis
The demand for pharmacy professionals spans multiple sectors, each offering distinct career paths:
IT/Software Sector
Many graduates find opportunities in health-tech startups focusing on digital therapeutics, personalized medicine platforms, and telemedicine solutions. These roles often require a blend of technical and scientific expertise.
Core Engineering
Graduates may pursue careers in pharmaceutical engineering, working on drug delivery systems, bioreactors, or manufacturing processes. Their analytical skills are highly valued in process optimization and automation.
Finance Sector
Pharmacoeconomics roles involve evaluating the cost-effectiveness of drugs and therapies, making finance professionals with a pharmacy background highly sought after in investment banks and healthcare consulting firms.
Consulting
Consultants with a pharmacy background provide strategic advice to pharmaceutical companies on drug development, regulatory compliance, and market entry strategies.
Analytics
Data analysts specializing in healthcare trends utilize pharmacy knowledge to interpret clinical data, predict drug outcomes, and inform decision-making processes.
PSUs
Public sector units such as Hindustan Antibiotics Limited (HAL) and Central Drugs Standard Control Organization (CDSCO) hire graduates for regulatory roles, quality control, and policy development.
Internship Season
The internship season is a critical phase in the career development of pharmacy students. During this period, companies visit campus to conduct interviews and offer internships to top performers. Internship stipends typically range from ₹20,000 to ₹50,000 per month, depending on the company and role.
Historical stipend data for recent years:
| Year | Highest Stipend | Average Stipend |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 50,000 | 35,000 |
| 2023 | 48,000 | 33,000 |
| 2022 | 45,000 | 31,000 |
| 2021 | 42,000 | 29,000 |
| 2020 | 40,000 | 27,000 |
Internship companies include both multinational corporations and domestic firms, ensuring a diverse range of experiences. Students often transition into full-time roles after completing their internships, with many securing offers from their internship supervisors.