Chandigarh: University Business School (UBS), Panjab University, has recorded an 85% placement rate in the 2024–25 academic session, with 105 students already placed across leading companies.

For the second consecutive year, American Express offered the highest annual package of Rs. 25.11 lakh. The offer was secured by Phalguni Gupta, a student of the flagship MBA program.The average cost-to-company (CTC) offered stood at Rs. 12.95 lakh per annum. More than 55 companies participated in the campus placements, including Adobe, Deloitte, KPMG, Arcesium, Edelweiss, Airtel, Avery Dennison, Trident, and several new recruiters.

Around 25 to 30 companies hired from UBS for the first time this year.Recruiters came from a range of sectors including IT, finance, consulting, e-commerce, FMCG, manufacturing, and the public sector. Popular job roles offered included business analytics, financial analysis, HR, sales and marketing, operations, and supply chain management.Vice Chancellor Prof Renu Vig said the placement results reflect the strong academic foundation and industry readiness of UBS students.

Prof. Parmjit Kaur, Chairperson of UBS, and Prof. Purva Kansal, who heads the Corporate Training and Placement Cell, credited the outcome to collective efforts from faculty, alumni, and corporate partners.Students underwent year-round preparation including aptitude training, resume workshops, mock interviews, and domain-specific sessions. Alumni talks, internships, and pre-placement events also played a significant role in boosting placement readiness.Phalguni Gupta, who received the highest package, said, "Securing a position at American Express has been a dream come true. The rigorous academic environment, visionary leadership, and constant support from the Placement Cell and faculty at UBS made this possible."Encouraged by the current season's outcome, UBS now plans to further strengthen its corporate ties and focus on emerging domains like fintech, digital marketing, business data analytics, and entrepreneurship.Placement Snapshot (2024–25)• Students Placed: 105• Placement Rate: 85%• Highest Package: Rs. 25.11 LPA (American Express)• Average Package: Rs. 12.95 LPA• Total Recruiters: 55+• First-time Recruiters: 25–30• Key Sectors: IT, Finance, Consulting, E-commerce, FMCG