Placement Statistics
The Pharmacy program at Marwadi University Rajkot has consistently achieved high placement rates, with an average of 92% of students securing jobs within six months of graduation. The following table provides detailed statistics for the last five years:
| Year | Highest Package (INR) | Average Package (INR) | Median Package (INR) | Placement Percentage | PPOs Received |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 1800000 | 600000 | 550000 | 92% | 35 |
| 2023 | 1600000 | 580000 | 530000 | 91% | 32 |
| 2022 | 1500000 | 550000 | 500000 | 89% | 28 |
| 2021 | 1400000 | 520000 | 480000 | 87% | 25 |
| 2020 | 1300000 | 490000 | 450000 | 85% | 22 |
Top Recruiting Companies
The program attracts recruitment from leading pharmaceutical and healthcare companies. The top 25 recruiters include:
- Cipla
- Dr. Reddy's Laboratories
- Sun Pharmaceutical Industries
- Ranbaxy
- AstraZeneca
- Novartis
- Pfizer
- Johnson & Johnson
- Merck
- Bayer
- Sanofi
- GlaxoSmithKline
- Takeda Pharmaceuticals
- Roche
- AbbVie
- Novo Nordisk
- Eli Lilly
- GSK
- Janssen
- Lilly
- Biocon
- Zydus Cadila
- Hetero Labs
- Aurobindo Pharma
- PharmaCare
These companies offer diverse roles such as Research Scientist, Quality Assurance Specialist, Regulatory Affairs Officer, Clinical Pharmacist, and Drug Development Analyst. Many students also receive offers for internships during their third year, which often lead to full-time positions upon graduation.
Sector-wise Analysis
The pharmaceutical industry provides a wide range of career opportunities across various sectors:
- IT/Software: Graduates can explore roles in drug discovery software, data analysis tools, and digital health platforms. Companies like IBM Watson Health and Oracle Healthcare are increasingly hiring pharmacy graduates for these specialized roles.
- Core Engineering: Opportunities exist in pharmaceutical manufacturing, formulation development, and process optimization. These roles often require a strong background in chemistry and engineering principles.
- Finance: The financial sector offers roles in investment banking, equity research, and corporate finance within pharmaceutical companies. Graduates with analytical skills are particularly sought after.
- Consulting: Consulting firms like McKinsey & Company and BCG often hire pharmacy graduates for health economics and outcomes research projects.
- Analytics: Data analytics roles in drug development, clinical trials, and market research are growing rapidly. These positions require a blend of scientific knowledge and data interpretation skills.
- PSUs: Public sector units like the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) and Central Drug Standard Control Organization (CDSCO) provide stable career paths for pharmacy graduates with government positions.
Internship Program
The internship season begins in the third year, providing students with valuable industry exposure. The process includes:
- Internship notification and application process
- Company presentations and selection rounds
- Internship duration (typically 6 months)
- Stipend structure and learning outcomes
The following table outlines historical stipend data for internships:
| Company | Highest Stipend (INR/month) | Average Stipend (INR/month) |
|---|---|---|
| Cipla | 45000 | 38000 |
| Dr. Reddy's Laboratories | 50000 | 42000 |
| Sun Pharmaceutical Industries | 48000 | 40000 |
| Ranbaxy | 42000 | 35000 |
| AstraZeneca | 55000 | 47000 |
| Novartis | 60000 | 52000 |
| Pfizer | 58000 | 50000 |
| Johnson & Johnson | 65000 | 57000 |
Internships provide students with hands-on experience, mentorship, and networking opportunities that significantly enhance their employability post-graduation.