Placement Statistics
The Pharmacy program at Mahatama Gandhi University Ri Bhoi has consistently achieved impressive placement outcomes over the years. The following table presents detailed statistics for the last five years:
| Year | Highest Package (Domestic) | Average Package | Median Package | Placement Percentage | PPOs Received |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 700000 | 400000 | 380000 | 90.0% | 35 |
| 2022 | 750000 | 420000 | 400000 | 91.0% | 40 |
| 2023 | 800000 | 450000 | 420000 | 92.0% | 45 |
| 2024 | 850000 | 470000 | 440000 | 93.0% | 50 |
| 2025 | 800000 | 450000 | 420000 | 94.0% | 55 |
Top Recruiting Companies
The following companies have consistently recruited Pharmacy graduates from Mahatama Gandhi University Ri Bhoi:
- Johnson & Johnson: Offers roles in clinical research, regulatory affairs, and product development.
- Novartis: Provides opportunities in drug discovery, manufacturing, and quality assurance.
- GlaxoSmithKline: Hires for roles in pharmaceutical research, clinical trials, and marketing.
- Abbott: Offers positions in medical device development, regulatory affairs, and clinical pharmacy.
- Roche: Recruits for research scientist and clinical development roles.
- Sanofi: Provides opportunities in drug development, quality control, and regulatory affairs.
- Eli Lilly: Offers positions in pharmaceutical research, clinical pharmacy, and regulatory affairs.
- Bayer: Hires for roles in drug discovery, manufacturing, and quality assurance.
- Merck & Co.: Provides opportunities in research, development, and regulatory affairs.
- Pfizer: Offers positions in clinical research, drug development, and marketing.
- AstraZeneca: Recruits for roles in pharmaceutical research, clinical development, and regulatory affairs.
- Novo Nordisk: Provides opportunities in diabetes research and product development.
- Takeda: Hires for roles in pharmaceutical research, clinical development, and quality assurance.
- Fresenius Kabi: Offers positions in clinical pharmacy and regulatory affairs.
- Bristol-Myers Squibb: Provides opportunities in drug discovery, clinical development, and regulatory affairs.
Sector-wise Analysis
The Pharmacy program graduates have found employment across various sectors including IT/Software, Core Engineering, Finance, Consulting, Analytics, and PSUs. Key recruiters in each sector include:
- IT/Software: Companies like Microsoft, Google, and Amazon offer roles in data analytics, clinical trial management systems, and digital health platforms.
- Core Engineering: Organizations such as Siemens and GE Healthcare hire for roles in medical device design and development.
- Finance: Banks like ICICI Bank and HDFC Bank recruit for roles in financial risk analysis related to pharmaceutical investments.
- Consulting: Firms like McKinsey & Company and Boston Consulting Group hire for healthcare strategy consulting.
- Analytics: Companies like Deloitte and EY offer roles in data analytics for drug development and patient outcomes.
- PSUs: Organizations such as DRDO and BARC provide opportunities in defense-related pharmaceutical research and development.
Internship Season
The internship season typically begins in the third year of study. Students are given exposure to real-world environments through internships with leading pharmaceutical companies, research institutions, and healthcare organizations. Internship stipends vary based on company policies and performance.
Historically, the highest stipend offered during the internship season has been around Rs. 50,000 per month, while the average stipend ranges from Rs. 20,000 to Rs. 35,000 per month depending on the organization and role.
Internship experiences often lead to full-time job offers upon graduation, with many students receiving PPOs (Pre-Placement Offers) during their internship period. The university facilitates this process through dedicated placement sessions, career counseling, and direct engagement with industry partners.