Placement Statistics Overview
The Data Science program at the School of Computer Science and IT has consistently achieved high placement rates, reflecting the strong demand for skilled data scientists in the job market. Over the past five years, the program has maintained an average placement rate of 93%, with a significant number of students receiving offers from top-tier companies.
| Year | Highest Package (Domestic) | Average Package | Median Package | Placement Percentage | PPOs Received |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 1500000 | 650000 | 600000 | 91% | 45 |
| 2021 | 1600000 | 700000 | 650000 | 90% | 50 |
| 2022 | 1700000 | 750000 | 700000 | 92% | 55 |
| 2023 | 1800000 | 750000 | 700000 | 93% | 60 |
| 2024 | 1800000 | 750000 | 700000 | 93% | 65 |
Top Recruiting Companies
The program attracts recruiters from diverse sectors, with a strong presence of global tech giants and leading financial institutions. The top 25 companies that have recruited our students include:
- Microsoft
- Amazon
- Oracle
- IBM
- Accenture
- Deloitte
- TCS
- Infosys
- Wipro
- Meta
- Uber
- Netflix
- Zoho
- Cisco
- SAP
- Capgemini
- HCL Technologies
- Infosys
- Qualcomm
- Adobe
- NVIDIA
- Tata Consultancy Services
- Infosys
These companies typically offer roles such as Data Scientist, Machine Learning Engineer, Business Analyst, Quantitative Researcher, and AI Consultant. The recruitment process includes written tests, technical interviews, and sometimes a group discussion or case study.
Sector-Wise Analysis
The demand for data scientists spans across multiple sectors, each offering unique opportunities and challenges. Our students are particularly sought after in the IT/Software sector, where roles in analytics, AI development, and automation are prevalent.
In the Finance sector, graduates often find positions in quantitative analysis, risk management, algorithmic trading, and financial modeling. Companies like Goldman Sachs, JPMorgan Chase, and Morgan Stanley frequently recruit our students for their data science teams.
The Consulting sector offers roles in strategy, analytics, and digital transformation, where data-driven insights are critical for client success. Firms such as McKinsey & Company, BCG, and Deloitte actively recruit our graduates.
In the PSUs (Public Sector Undertakings), students often work on projects involving data analytics for infrastructure planning, energy management, and public policy formulation. Organizations like ONGC, NTPC, and ISRO have collaborated with us to offer internships and placements.
Internship Season
The internship season is a crucial part of the program's career development framework. Internships are typically offered during the summer after the third year, allowing students to gain practical experience before graduation.
Major companies like Google, Microsoft, Amazon, and Oracle offer internships to our students, often with stipends ranging from ₹30,000 to ₹60,000 per month. These internships are highly competitive and involve a rigorous selection process that includes coding challenges, technical interviews, and project evaluations.
Internship experiences provide students with exposure to real-world projects, industry best practices, and professional environments. Many students receive full-time job offers from their internship companies, making the experience invaluable for career growth.