Updated on Jan 09, 2025
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Sanjay Gandhi Postgraduate Institute of Medical Sciences, Lucknow is a major center renowned for high-quality medical education and research. The placements are very high, with a significant percentage of the students to whom the institute has given its degree eventually getting jobs in the top hospital, the most prominent research institutions, and other healthcare organizations around the world-in India and abroad.
Placement Statistics
These show that placement figures for the postgraduate courses of SGPGIMS have been remarkable every year. The details of these are as follow: Table
| Year | Placement Rate (PG Courses) | Median Salary (PG 2-Year) | Median Salary (PG 3-Year) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 91% | Rs.18 LPA | Rs.28 LPA |
| 2022 | 100% | Rs.16 LPA | Rs.26.5 LPA |
| 2021 | 100% | Rs.9 LPA | Rs.22 LPA |
Top Recruiters
The graduates of SGPGIMS are in huge demand among the top healthcare groups. The top recruiters of the graduates are:
- All India Institute of Medical Sciences
- Fortis Healthcare
- Apollo Hospitals
- Max Healthcare
- Medanta - The Medicity
- Tata Memorial Hospital
- Manipal Hospitals
- Narayana Health
Placement Process
The placement process at SGPGIMS is so designed that the students get well prepared for their careers. The procedure includes the following steps.
- Eligibility: Different criteria have been devised by the institute and the students are expected to fulfill them.
- Registration: The students who are willing to undergo the placement process must register themselves in the placement cell.
- Pre-Placement Talks: Organizations usually provide sessions to understand their company and the respective designations.
- Application: Students, for their various choices, apply to the companies.
- Selection Procedure: Most comprise a written test, group discussion, and interview.
- Offer: The selected candidates get job offers and can join the organization on jobs offered.
Internship Opportunities
This means that there are plenty of internship opportunities available for students at SGPGI during training. These are found to be integral to the curriculum. Here are some details: Table
| Company | Duration | Stipend (INR) |
|---|---|---|
| AIIMS | 6 months | Rs.20,000/month |
| Fortis Healthcare | 6 months | Rs.18,000/month |
| Apollo Hospitals | 6 months | Rs.15,000/month |
Sector-wise Placement
The jobs offered to the students of SGPGIMS are spread over different sectors. Here is the break-up below: Table
| Sector | Percentage of Students Placed |
|---|---|
| Hospitals | 50% |
| Research Institutions | 20% |
| Healthcare IT | 15% |
| Pharmaceuticals | 10% |
| Public Health | 5% |
Alumni Success Stories
A notable number of alumni of SGPGI have gone on to make very important contributions in the medical field. Following are a few notable ones:
Dr. Harish Poptani
- Specialization: Radiology
- Contributions: Dr. Poptani has been a prolific contributor in the field of radiology. Among other related areas, he has been at the forefront of developing advanced imaging techniques useful in cancer diagnosis. His work has improved early detection and treatment outcomes for patients suffering with cancer.
Dr. Ramakant Yadav
- Specialization: Gastroenterology
- Achievements: Dr. Yadav is credited to be one of the pioneering doctors in gastroenterology. He has been quite active in providing furtherance of endoscopic procedures and had published research papers which have helped the medical science in understanding and treatments of various gastrointestinal diseases.
Dr. Anupam Sachdeva:
- Specialization: Pediatric Hematology and Oncology
- Achievements: Dr. Sachdeva is the first person who has acquired international recognition in pediatric hematology and oncology. He was involved in pioneering research and primarily helped to develop treatment protocols for childhood blood disorders and cancers.
Dr. Rakesh Aggarwal
- Speciality: Hepatology
- Achievements: Dr. Aggarwal is known for extensive research in the sphere of hepatology, with special focus on viral hepatitis and liver diseases. It has contributed to much advancement in the field of new treatments and management strategies for liver conditions.
Dr. Shyam Sundar:
- Specialization: Infectious Diseases
- Achievement: Dr. Sundar has worked extensively on infectious diseases, particularly leishmaniasis. His work has been very fundamental in understanding the disease and developing effective treatment protocols.
Highest Paying Jobs
The highest salary, in terms of jobs offered to a student from SGPGIMS in the last few years, is:
- Profile: Senior Consultant in Cardiology
- Package: Rs.45 LPA
- Company: Apollo Hospitals
