NDRI Karnal has not yet released its placement report for 2025. The NIRF Report 2025 records 119 placements in 2024 out of 178 graduates.

For the 4-year UG course, the median annual salary was INR 7.5 LPA, while the 2-year PG course recorded INR 8.2 LPA. These figures represent the middle salary in each group's salary range and are measured in lakh rupees per year.

  • In 2024, 119 students secured placements.
  • Students completing the 2-year PG programme received a median salary of INR 8.2 LPA.
  • Major recruiters include Nestle, Amul, Mother Dairy, NDDB Dairy Services, Tetra Pak and Britannia, among others.

NDRI Karnal Placement Details

According to the NIRF Report 2025, the following figures cover graduates, placements and median salaries at NDRI Karnal:

Placement measure Details
Graduating students 178
Students securing placements 119
4-year UG median annual salary INR 7.5 LPA
2-year PG median annual salary INR 8.2 LPA
Major recruiting organisations Nestle, Amul, Mother Dairy, NDDB Dairy Services, Tetra Pak, Britannia and others

NDRI Karnal Placement Trends by Course and Year

The course-wise figures show changes in salaries and placement numbers:

  • By 2024, the UG median annual salary had risen steadily to INR 7.5 LPA.
  • Higher median salaries for PG graduates indicate greater earning potential than for UG graduates.
  • PG placements reached their highest count in 2023 before falling in 2024.
  • Many students also chose to pursue further education at the PG level.

Placement Results for the 4-Year UG Programme

UG graduate numbers, placements and median salaries are listed below, starting with 2024.

Placement measure 2024 2023 2022
Graduating students 49 42 36
Students securing placements 37 36 28
Median annual salary INR 7.5 LPA INR 6.5 LPA INR 6.0 LPA

Placement Results for the 2-Year PG Programme

For PG students, the annual figures cover graduating batches, students placed and median salaries.

Placement measure 2024 2023 2022
Graduating students 129 138 126
Students securing placements 82 119 113
Median annual salary INR 8.2 LPA INR 8.0 LPA INR 7.0 LPA

Frequently Asked Questions

Ques. Can an MSc in Dairy Chemistry at NDRI Karnal lead to placement opportunities?

Ans. Yes. Graduates can find strong employment opportunities in the dairy sector, related industries and academic careers. The programme combines a specialised curriculum with NDRI Karnal's standing as a leading dairy organisation.

Ques. Which career paths are open after a B.Tech in Dairy Technology at NDRI Karnal, Karnal?

Ans. Graduates can pursue a range of roles in dairy businesses and related agriculture and food industries. Starting a dairy business is another option. Along with the education offered through the NDRI Karnal programme, students have access to many further opportunities.