UBS, Panjab University Achieves 85% Placement Rate with Rs. 25.11 LPA Highest Package in 2024–25

Chandigarh, 15 May 2025: As many as 105 students of University Business School (UBS), Panjab University, have already got placements during the current academic year 2024–2025. The highest annual CTC offered was Rs. 25.11 Lakh per annum, while the average CTC is Rs. 12.95 LPA.

University Business School (UBS), Panjab University is considered one of North India’s premier institutions for management education. This year’s placement season marks a significant milestone, with a commendable number of students securing lucrative offers across diverse industry sectors.

More than 55 recruiters, including American Express, Adobe, Deloitte, KPMG, and 25+ new companies, participated across sectors such as IT, Finance, Consulting, E-commerce, and FMCG have so far participated in the recruitment.

Sought-after roles included Business Analytics, Business Development, Sales and Marketing, Operations, Supply Chain Management, Financial Analysis, HR analytics, HRBP and Talent acquisition reflecting the diverse skillsets of UBS students and the dynamic needs of the market.

Placement Highlights:

Total No. of Students Placed: 105
Placement Percentage: 85%[i]
Highest Annual CTC: Rs. 25.11 LPA
Average Annual CTC: Rs. 12.95 LPA
Top Recruiting Sectors: IT & Software, Finance, Consulting, Engineering, Manufacturing, E-commerce, FMCG, and Public Sector
Top Recruiters: American Express, Adobe, Arcesium, Edelweiss, Avery Dennison, Trident, SAR Group, Deloitte, KPMG, Airtel, among others
New Recruiters Onboarded: 25-30 companies
Total recruiters: More than 55 companies
Leadership Perspectives:

Prof. Renu Vig, Vice Chancellor, Panjab University:

“This outstanding placement performance reflects the academic excellence and professional readiness that UBS instills in its students. It also demonstrates the continued trust that leading recruiters place in our talent. We take great pride in the faculty, students, and leadership who uphold the university’s strong legacy of excellence.”

Prof. Parmjit Kaur, Chairperson of University Business School and Dean Business Management & Commerce, shared her appreciation for the student achievements:

“This year’s placement results are a testament to our students’ dedication and the institution’s industry-aligned academic model. Our collaborative approach—engaging faculty, corporate mentors, alumni, and training professionals—has played a vital role in shaping globally competent professionals. I take immense pride in UBS faculty, students and alumni whose hard work and unwavering dedication have been instrumental in bringing the Department to where it stands today”

Prof. Meena Sharma, Professor UBS, while congratulating the students said:

“The accomplishment is a result of consistent effort, perseverance and a focused mindset of the students. A skill set Central Placement Cell helps Students hone throughout the year. The success is a combined effort of all the stakeholders of UBS.”

Prof. Purva Kansal, Head of the Corporate Training and Placement Cell at UBS, added:

“We are sincerely thankful to our recruitment partners for their continued trust in our students. This success reflects the impact of consistent industry engagement, structured pre-placement training, and a forward-looking curriculum that aligns with real-world business needs. On behalf of the entire placement team, I extend a heartfelt congratulations and best wishes to the outgoing batch”

Career Readiness and Industry Engagement:

To prepare students for successful placements, UBS implemented a robust training ecosystem, which included:

Aptitude and reasoning preparation
Resume-building workshops
Mock interviews and group discussions
Technical and domain-specific training
Soft skills and communication development
Industry expert sessions and alumni engagement
The Training and Placement Cell actively fostered corporate relationships and ensured individualized guidance for students throughout the placement process. UBS also organized career fairs, hackathons, internship programs, and company-specific pre-placement talks to enhance exposure and readiness.

Looking Ahead:

Encouraged by the success of the 2024–2025 season, UBS aims to expand its global industry network and explore new opportunities in emerging domains such as Data analytics, Digital Marketing, FinTech, and Entrepreneurship.

University Business School remains steadfast in its mission to deliver excellence in management education while empowering students with the confidence, competence, and character to contribute meaningfully to the corporate world and society at large.