Arul Anandar College (Autonomous), Kancheepuram, maintains a dedicated placement cell that supports students across its undergraduate and postgraduate programs in arts, science, commerce, and management streams. While specific 2025 placement data is limited due to the recent academic cycle and ongoing reporting, available insights from NIRF reports, student reviews, and college activities indicate a focus on skill-building and entry-level opportunities, particularly for self-financed courses.
The college emphasizes holistic career preparation over mass recruitment drives, aligning with its mission to uplift rural and underprivileged students through practical training and industry linkages.
Year
UG Placements
UG Median Salary
PG Placements
PG Median Salary
Notes
2020-21
36
INR 1.73 LPA
7
INR 1.44 LPA
Pre-COVID recovery phase
2021-22
84
INR 1.32 LPA
13
INR 1.2 LPA
Increased drives post-restrictions
2022-23
81
INR 1.8 LPA
30
INR 1.56 LPA
NIRF-reported peak for PG
2024-25 (Est.)
~90-100
INR 2-3 LPA
~35
INR 2.5 LPA
Based on student feedback; official data awaited
Top Recruiters and Sector-Wise Breakdown
The college attracts a mix of IT giants, consulting firms, and local enterprises, though drives are more pronounced for technical courses. Key recruiters include IBM, Infosys, TCS, Deloitte, Goldman Sachs (for select high-performers), HCL, and Bernice Information Solutions. Insurance firms and BPOs dominate for commerce/management students, offering roles like HR executives, data analysts, and customer support specialists.
Over 200 companies reportedly engage yearly, but volume is higher for off-campus facilitation than pure on-campus mega-drives.
Highest and Average Packages (2025 Insights)
Packages have seen a 10-15% year-on-year rise since 2022, driven by IT sector recovery and college training programs, though they remain modest compared to urban autonomous colleges.
Placement Cell Activities
The Career Guidance and Placement Cell at Arul Anandar College operates year-round, focusing on bridging the rural-urban skill gap. Key initiatives include:
The cell reports training 300-400 students annually, with 90% eligibility for drives based on academics and training completion.
Internship Opportunities
Internships form a cornerstone of the placement ecosystem, with 10-20% of participants converting to full-time roles. Details include:
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