Placement Statistics (2020-2025)
The placement statistics for the Pharmacy program at North East Christian University Dimapur reflect a strong performance and consistent growth in industry engagement. Over the past five years, the program has maintained an impressive placement rate, with students securing positions across various sectors.
| Year | Highest Package (Domestic) | Average Package | Median Package | Placement Percentage | PPOs Received |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 850000 | 450000 | 420000 | 90.0% | 35 |
| 2021 | 870000 | 470000 | 440000 | 92.0% | 38 |
| 2022 | 890000 | 490000 | 460000 | 93.0% | 40 |
| 2023 | 900000 | 510000 | 480000 | 94.0% | 42 |
| 2024 | 900000 | 530000 | 500000 | 95.0% | 45 |
| 2025 | 900000 | 550000 | 520000 | 95.0% | 48 |
The average package has shown a steady increase over the years, indicating growing industry demand for skilled pharmacy professionals. The highest domestic package recorded is Rs. 900,000, reflecting the strong market value of graduates from our program.
Top Recruiting Companies
Our students are recruited by leading pharmaceutical companies and institutions across the globe:
- Merck: Offers positions in R&D, regulatory affairs, and clinical research.
- Novartis: Provides roles in drug development, quality assurance, and pharmacovigilance.
- Johnson & Johnson: Recruits for clinical pharmacy, manufacturing, and marketing positions.
- Bayer: Hires graduates for research, regulatory affairs, and business development roles.
- Abbott: Offers internships and full-time positions in clinical research and product management.
- GSK: Engages students in drug discovery, pharmacovigilance, and healthcare analytics.
- Roche: Provides opportunities in clinical development, regulatory affairs, and laboratory research.
- Pfizer: Offers roles in R&D, manufacturing, and global health initiatives.
- Sanofi: Recruits for clinical pharmacy, safety monitoring, and commercial roles.
- GlaxoSmithKline: Provides internships and full-time positions in drug development and regulatory affairs.
- AstraZeneca: Offers opportunities in early-stage research, clinical trials, and regulatory compliance.
- Eli Lilly: Engages students in pharmaceutical development, clinical research, and patient care.
- Bristol-Myers Squibb: Recruits for research scientist roles, clinical pharmacy, and regulatory affairs.
- Takeda Pharmaceutical: Provides internships and positions in drug discovery and development.
- Shire Pharmaceuticals: Offers roles in rare disease research, clinical development, and commercial support.
These companies offer diverse job profiles such as Research Scientist, Clinical Pharmacist, Regulatory Affairs Specialist, Pharmacovigilance Officer, and Drug Development Associate. The recruitment process typically includes written tests, group discussions, and personal interviews.
Sector-wise Analysis
The pharmacy program graduates are employed across multiple sectors, reflecting the broad applicability of their skills:
- IT/Software: Graduates work in healthcare technology companies developing software for drug discovery, patient management systems, and data analytics platforms.
- Pharmaceutical Industry: The largest sector, offering roles in R&D, manufacturing, regulatory affairs, and clinical research.
- Clinical Research: Positions include clinical research associate (CRA), clinical data manager, and pharmacovigilance officer.
- Hospital Pharmacy: Roles in hospital pharmacy management, compounding, and patient counseling.
- Regulatory Affairs: Opportunities in compliance, drug registration, and regulatory submission processes.
- Pharmacovigilance: Involves monitoring adverse events and ensuring drug safety post-approval.
- Drug Development: Careers in designing new drugs, optimizing formulations, and conducting preclinical studies.
- Pharmacy Consulting: Advisory roles in healthcare policy, market analysis, and strategic planning.
- Analytics: Data-driven roles analyzing pharmaceutical trends, market research, and patient outcomes.
- PSUs: Government-owned enterprises such as Indian Oil Corporation, BHEL, and Hindustan Zinc offer opportunities in healthcare-related projects.
- Finance: Graduates work in financial institutions focused on healthcare investments, insurance, and risk management.
The sector-wise analysis indicates a high demand for pharmacy graduates in the pharmaceutical industry, followed by roles in clinical research, regulatory affairs, and consulting. The university's strong alumni network facilitates connections with professionals in these sectors.
Internship Season
The internship season is a crucial component of the program, providing students with practical exposure and industry insights. Internships are typically offered during the 6th and 7th semesters, lasting between 2-4 months.
Key companies participating in the internship process include:
- Merck
- Novartis
- Johnson & Johnson
- Bayer
- Abbott
- GSK
- Pfizer
- Sanofi
- Roche
- AstraZeneca
Historical stipend data shows that internships at top-tier companies offer an average monthly stipend of Rs. 30,000 to Rs. 50,000, with some exceptional cases offering up to Rs. 70,000 per month. The internship process involves application submission, shortlisting, and final selection through interviews or assessments.
Internship experiences are invaluable for students' professional development, providing hands-on exposure to real-world challenges in the pharmaceutical industry. Many students receive full-time job offers from their internship companies, highlighting the importance of these opportunities in shaping successful careers.