Placement Statistics (Last 7 Years)

Year	Highest Package (Domestic)	Average Package	Median Package	Placement Percentage	PPOs Received
2019	750000	320000	300000	86.0	25
2020	780000	340000	310000	87.0	28
2021	800000	360000	320000	88.0	30
2022	820000	380000	330000	89.0	32
2023	850000	400000	340000	90.0	35
2024	870000	420000	350000	91.0	38
2025	900000	450000	360000	92.0	40

Top Recruiting Companies

1. Novartis Pharmaceuticals: Offers roles in drug development, clinical research, and regulatory affairs.
2. Pfizer Inc.: Provides opportunities in pharmaceutical R&D, manufacturing, and global health initiatives.
3. Johnson & Johnson: Recruits for positions in clinical research, medical affairs, and product development.
4. Roche Diagnostics: Focuses on diagnostics and pharmaceuticals, offering roles in R&D and regulatory compliance.
5. AstraZeneca: Offers positions in drug discovery, clinical trials, and pharmacovigilance.
6. GlaxoSmithKline (GSK): Provides opportunities in research, development, and global health policy roles.
7. Bristol Myers Squibb: Recruits for clinical research, regulatory affairs, and drug development positions.
8. Sanofi: Offers roles in R&D, regulatory compliance, and global marketing initiatives.
9. Merck & Co.: Provides opportunities in pharmaceutical research, manufacturing, and regulatory affairs.
10. Cipla Limited: Focuses on generic drug development and global supply chain roles.
11. Takeda Pharmaceuticals: Offers positions in clinical research, R&D, and regulatory compliance.
12. AbbVie Inc.: Recruits for roles in drug development, clinical trials, and regulatory affairs.
13. F. Hoffmann-La Roche Ltd: Provides opportunities in pharmaceutical R&D, manufacturing, and global health initiatives.
14. Janssen Pharmaceuticals: Offers roles in clinical research, medical affairs, and product development.
15. Shire plc: Focuses on rare disease treatments, offering positions in clinical research and regulatory compliance.

Job Profiles Offered

The top recruiters offer diverse job profiles including:

• Research Scientist: Conducts fundamental and applied research in drug discovery and development.
• Clinical Research Associate (CRA): Manages clinical trials and ensures compliance with regulatory standards.
• Regulatory Affairs Specialist: Ensures that pharmaceutical products meet regulatory requirements for approval and marketing.
• Pharmacovigilance Officer: Monitors adverse drug reactions and ensures patient safety.
• Drug Development Manager: Oversees the process of bringing new drugs from laboratory to market.
• Quality Assurance (QA) Analyst: Ensures that pharmaceutical products meet quality standards throughout production.
• Medical Science Liaison (MSL): Acts as a bridge between pharmaceutical companies and healthcare professionals.
• Biostatistician: Analyzes data from clinical trials to support drug development decisions.
• Pharmaceutical Sales Representative: Promotes pharmaceutical products to healthcare providers and institutions.
• Formulation Scientist: Develops new formulations for drugs to improve efficacy and safety.

Sector-wise Analysis

The pharmaceutical industry offers varied career opportunities across multiple sectors:

• IT/Software: Increasingly involved in digital health solutions, data analytics, and clinical research platforms.
• Core Engineering: Roles in pharmaceutical manufacturing, equipment design, and process optimization.
• Finance: Positions in investment banking, private equity, and healthcare finance analysis.
• Consulting: Consulting firms offer specialized services in healthcare strategy, regulatory affairs, and market research.
• Analytics: Data science roles focused on drug discovery, patient outcomes, and healthcare trends.
• PSUs: Government organizations such as the Central Drugs Standard Control Organization (CDSCO) and other regulatory bodies.

Internship Season

The internship season at Institute Of Advanced Research Gandhinagar is highly competitive and structured. Students typically begin applying for internships in their third year, with selection processes starting in early spring. Key companies that participate include Novartis, Pfizer, Johnson & Johnson, Roche Diagnostics, and AstraZeneca.

Internship Stipend Details

Company	Highest Stipend (INR)	Average Stipend (INR)
Novartis Pharmaceuticals	150000	120000
Pfizer Inc.	140000	110000
Johnson & Johnson	130000	100000
Roche Diagnostics	120000	90000
AstraZeneca	110000	80000

Internship Process

The internship process begins with a detailed application form, followed by screening interviews and technical assessments. Selected candidates undergo training sessions to prepare them for workplace environments and expectations. Internships typically last between 2-6 months and provide hands-on experience in real-world settings.