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The NUS employment rate stands at 89.6% for 2023, while the NUS median salary is SGD 4,313/month or INR 37.3 LPA. The National University of Singapore placement rate stands at 95% for MBA graduates of the Class of 2024. This figure indicates that out every 100 students around 95 students secured employment. The NUS average salary for MBA graduates USD 82,002 (INR 73.9 LPA). Also According to NUS reviews on Shiksha, the university has an overall rating of 4.4 out of 5.

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NUS employment rate stands at 89.6% within six months

NUS median gross salary is SGD 4,313/month or INR 37.3 LPA.

NUS placement rate is 95%, for MBA graduates.

The average post-MBA salary of NUS graduates is USD 82,002 (INR 73.9 LPA)

NUS graduates work in top companies such as Amazon, EY, Google, Dell, Microsoft, etc.

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National University of Singapore Placement Overview
NUS Singapore Average packages & top recruiters 2026
- NUS MBA Placements
NUS Singapore Student Reviews

National University of Singapore Placement Overview

The National University of Singapore is a Singapore-based public university. When it comes to the National University of Singapore courses, there are 4,000+ courses each semester to choose from. In 2025, NUS graduates are regarded as the ninth most employable in the world.

The university houses about 31,086 UG and 21,765 PG students on the NUS campus grounds, and according to Shiksha Reviews, it has been rated 4.3 for Internships, 3.8 for Part-time work, as well as 3.9 for Post-study jobs, on a scale of 5. Check the details on the National University of Singapore placement rate below:

Overall Placement Rate: 89.6% within 6 months
MBA Placement Rate: 95%
Overall Average Salary: SGD 4,313/month or INR 37.3 LPA.
MBA Average Salary: USD 82,002 (INR 73.9 LPA)
Health Science Placement Rate: 95.9%
Information and Digital Technologies Placement Rate: 88.7%
Business Placement Rate: 88.3%

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Q: What skills does National University of Singapore prioritize for placement?

The National University of Singapore is one of the most prominent unis for international students to continue higher education in Singapore. NUS placement rate attracts students from all over the world. National University of Singapore graduates are highly skilled in:

Project Management
Microsoft Office
Microsoft Excel
Leadership
Management
Communication
Research Skills
Data Analysis
Analytical Skills
Business Development
Business Strategy
Strategic Planning
Strategy
Marketing
Marketing Strategy

Q: Is NUS better than IIT for placement?

The National University of Singapore (NUS) is among the top universities in the world and there are many top IITs in India. Both, NUS and IITs offers the best placement oppurtunities to students. Graduates are hired by world's top organisation with good salary package. The table below includes the differences between IITs and NUS:

University/College	Salary Range
IITs	INR 20 L to INR 1 Cr
NUS	INR 35 L to INR 1.3 Cr

Q: What is the average salary of National University of Singapore graduates?

The placement rate of the National University of Singapore for its MBA graduates stands at 95%. The average post-MBA salary of NUS graduates USD 77,109 (INR 66.92 LPA) annually. According to the student reviews on Shiksha NUS graduates can earn from SGD 60,000 - 60,100 (INR 39.10 L - INR 39.17 L) per year.

NUS Singapore
Average packages & top recruiters 2026

Top Recruiters

Accenture

Nestle

IBM

Abbot

DBS Bank

Barclays Bank

CITI Bank

Deutsche Bank

Google

PricewaterhouseCoopers

Glaxo Smithkline

Microsoft

Johnson Johnson

Apple

Oracle

Nippon Paint

Motorola

Unilever

KPMG

HSBC

Merrill Lynch

Standard Chartered bank

Things to Know for NUS

The National University of Singapore is a long-standing, Singapore-based, prestigious public university. It offers a relatively good ROI for Indian students. It has been ranked in the top 10 since 2020 for employability and as per latest reports itranked second-highest in Asia. Check some of the facts about the university that make NUS admissions worthwhile, applying to mentioned below:

National University of Singapore
Establishment Year	1980	Female-to-Male Ratio	49F:51M
Ownership	Public University	Admission Rarity	5-10%
Placement Rate	89.6%	Average Salary	INR 37.3 LPA.
Notable Alumni	He Ying Ying, Rahayu Mahzam, Zhang Ze Tong, Tan Eng Chye	NUS fees for Indian students	UG: INR 11.96 L - 1.23 Cr PG: INR 11.75 L - 97.98 L
NUS Ranking	#23 in the World #1 in Singapore (Shiksha Rankings)	Student Enrollment	UG: 31,476 PG: 20,092 Total: 51,568

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NUS MBA Placements

According to the NUS MBA employment report, 95% of the graduates received at least one job offer. 51% of the university's MBA graduates changed location and 76% changed industry. Also 93% of students received at least one job offer within 3 months of graduation. The table below includes the highlights of NUS MBA placements for international students:

Head	Data
Employed within 3 months of graduation	93%
Placement Rate	95%
Post-MBA salary average	Around INR 73.8L
Top Employers	Google, Amazon, EY, Wipro, Microsoft, Etc.

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Head	Data
Employed within 3 months of graduation	93%
Placement Rate	95%
Post-MBA salary average	Around INR 73.8L
Top Employers	Google, Amazon, EY, Wipro, Microsoft, Etc.

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National University of Singapore Top Employers

The National University of Singapore is one of the most esteemed universities in the Singapore which is why students from around the globe partake in NUS admissions. NUS graduates are highly skilled in Project Management, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Leadership, Management, Communication, etc. NUS graduates are constantly in high demand worldwide. Along with this, NUS graduates work in prestigious sectors such Business Development, Engineering, Operations, Education, Finance, Information Technology, and others. Furthermore, the National University of Singapore graduates are employed by top companies that are listed below:

National University of Singapore
DBS Bank
OCBC
TikTok
Google
UOB
Nanyang Technological University Singapore
Accenture
Deloitte
Microsoft
Amazon Web Services (AWS)
Singapore University of Social Sciences (SUSS)
Duke-NUS Medical School
Singapore Management University
McKinsey & Company

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Commonly asked questions
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Q: Who are the top NUS MBA recruiters?

The top recruiters of this university's graduates are Amazon, Amcor, Boston Consulting Group, Dell, Deloitte, EY, Google, KPMG, JP Morgan, etc. The placement rate for NUS MBA graduates is 93% within 3 months of graduation. The average post-MBA salary is USD 82,095 (Around INR 72 lakh).

Q: Can I work while studying at National University of Singapore?

Yes students at NUS are permitted to work until 16 hours per week during academic year and an unlimited no. of hours during summer break if they have a valid Student's Pass.

Q: Does the National University of Singapore give a work permit to international students?

Yes the NUS does not directly issue work permit to its international students. However international students need to apply for a work pass through the Singapore Immigration and Checkpoints Authority (ICA). During term breaks, all international students enrolled at NUS with an ICA student pass are permitted to work without submitting an application for a work permit.

NUS Singapore
Students Ratings & Reviews

4.3/5

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Student Views (Based on Reviews)

45% students never faced discrimination in this university

Vibe of Campus

Academically oriented

Multi-dimensional

Friendly

Stressful

Internships4.1

Part time work3.7

Post study jobs3.7

Quality of faculty4.7

Student Life4.6

Value for money4.4

Public transportation4.9

Safety5

Indian Food4.5

Permanent Immigration3.2

Anonymous

MSc Biotechnology - Batch of 2025

Placements at NUS for Biotechnology are pretty low.

Tips: Moving into any country is initially difficult with a lot of challenges, but with time it gets much better. Specially I was happy to find so many Indian friends in a foreign land. No scholarships for this course. Loved my experience at NUS, with great friends and approachable professors. And Singapore is no doubt one of the most beautiful and safest places.

Likes (Student Life): NUS is beautiful and huge with a lot of things to see around. I personally found a great set of Indian friends during my time there. A lot of clubs, both academic and nonacademic are there. My favourite part about NUS was the student lounge called Pitstop, offering video games, TT, foosball, board games etc.

Dislikes (Post study jobs): Placements at NUS specifically for Biotechnology are pretty low. But there are career fairs that keep happening around the year, which is a plus point to build your network and get an understanding of the companies in Singapore. Jobs usually start from around 3500SGD - 4500SGD for freshers.

Total Monthly ExpenseSGD 2000

Prepping time for classes20 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalarySGD 50000

Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026Read more

Prakhar Khandelwal Verified Icon

Bachelor of Engineering (Chemical Engineering) - Batch of 2025

4.2

The professors and peers are quite open and helpful.

Tips: Being in Asia the culture is quite similar. The intake of Indian students has increased exponentially over the past few years. The rental cost will be one of the main expenses. If staying off campus which is becoming more and more common due to limited space in the university, it can cost you 1000-1300 sgd/month easily. The tuition grant can reduce the tuition fee substantially and make it easier to get a job later but it can become a double edged sword if you don't get a job. There are no scholarships as such otherwise for undergraduates from India. The best part about Singapore is that it's very easy to travel back to India as the flights are cheaper and not too long. I personally used to go back 3-4 times every year. There are also a lot of places you can visit in Southeast Asia which are not too expensive either. Do note that the coursework generally tends to be quite heavy and the competition is quite high as well. The last few weeks of the semester and exam times can be quite stressful but generally manageable. The professors and peers are generally quite open and helpful. Do note that at the end of the day the culture is very Asian and everyone is more focused on getting good grades and a job. If you want to explore the entrepreneurial side, then NUS shouldn't be your choice. Interaction with alumni seniors and peers is usually quite limited and will depend on your personal effort. There's a very good chance you will only know the names of a handful of your batch mates by the time you graduate.

Likes (Safety): Singapore is probably the safest place you can be in. I would have given it a six star rating if I could. You can leave anything even in public cafes and nobody would touch anything. There are multiple university helplines too to help with mental wellbeing as well.

Dislikes (Permanent Immigration): Being a small country, they are extremely selective when it comes to PR/Citizenship. Even getting a visa for your job can be very hard as the salary requirements are usually much higher than what a fresh graduate will get. There is a tuition grant option available which discounts your tuition fee if you are ready to work in Singapore for at least 3 years. That can make it easier to get a job later as well. Without that, it is very hard to get a job.

Total Monthly ExpenseSGD 1200

Prepping time for classes35 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalarySGD 50000

Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026Read more

Anonymous

MSc in Finance - Batch of 2025

3.9

Highly academic and competitive.

Tips: Before joining National University of Singapore students should know that it's highly competitive beneath the surface. Most peers were toppers back home. Internships start as early as Year 1 and grades are often bell curve so doing it isn't always enough; you need to be proactive about building your profile through internships, case competitions, networking and leadership roles from the start. The academic rigour is real especially in business, computing and quantitative fields, and the brand carries strong weight across Asia especially in finance and consulting. The ROI depends heavily on how strategically you use the platform. It's international and full of high achievers which can trigger imposter syndrome and Singapore itself is compact so social life requires effort. NUS rewards initiative, planning and resilience far more than passive participation.

Total Monthly ExpenseSGD 2400

Prepping time for classes24 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalarySGD 72000

Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026Read more

Anonymous

Master of Arts (Arts and Cultural Entrepreneurship) - Batch of 2025

Unlearning and relearning.

Tips: I was lucky enough to have made friends and built my community fairly early on. Sure, there were cultural difference but once you're open to learning and allowing yourself to ease your own stereotypical schemas about the world, adjusting becomes a lot easier. I did not avail any scholarship, as there weren't any scholarships available by the school for my course. But there are many other private orgs that offer social sciences scholarships. I wouldn't trade my experience for anything, and look forward to more students having the same experience I did.

Dislikes (Student Life): The faculty at NUS is as diverse as you can imagine. I was lucky to be taught by faculty members with experience across regions USA, Australia, Korea, Singapore, China, industries and teaching modalities. A particular teaching modality that I found value in was our practicums. After our lecture, we were divided into two smaller groups to review case studies, policy documents and mock-simulations. This way we were able to better integrate theoretical knowledge into real-world prescriptions.

Total Monthly ExpenseSGD 3000

Prepping time for classes36 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalarySGD 60000

Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026Read more

Anonymous

MSc (Venture Creation) - Batch of 2026

4.1

Safe and secure country.

Tips: Need to learn about ASEAN culture as Singapore is dominated by ASEANs. There are minimal/negligible scholarship opportunities for Indian students. Singapore offers amazing food with multiple cuisines. There are less vegetarian options available on campus.

Total Monthly ExpenseSGD 3000

Prepping time for classes32 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalarySGD

Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026Read more

Hriday Hiren Patel Verified Icon

Bachelor of Science in Mathematics - Batch of 2027

4.3

Excellent value for money and student friendly.

Tips: The transition was quite easy for me. Singapore felt somewhat familiar. Almost like a hybrid environment. I'm not on scholarship. I'm quite satisfied being here. It is a great country with strong opportunities. Although the outcome still depends on market conditions and a bit of luck.

Likes (Quality of faculty): Quite approachable and super smart faculty. Courses are challenging enough in the mathematics department, and students are incredibly bright. Pushes you to think harder. Faculty is diverse, different colleges eg. College of Humanities, have greater diversity in faculty.

Dislikes (Post study jobs): Companies sponsor based on your skill and experience. You have to work quite hard to balance coursework and internship applications and sometimes even internships. Have to work quite hard and hustle with university. The minimum amount to sponsor an Employment Pass is above 6,200/month in financial services. So that should be a good baseline.

Total Monthly ExpenseSGD 1900

Prepping time for classes43 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalarySGD

Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026Read more

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Who are the top employers at National University of Singapore?

Answered 2 weeks ago

National University of Singapore MBA placement rate stand at 90%, and the graduates are employed within 3 months of graduation. National University of Singapore top employers are listed below-

Google
Tiktok
OCBC
BDS Bank
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Nishtha Sharma

Contributor-Level 10

What is the placement rate at National University of Singapore?

Answered 2 weeks ago

National University of Singapore MBA placement rate stand at 90%, and the graduates ae employed within 3 months of graduation. NUS graduates are placed in top sectors such as Business Development, Engineering, Operations, etc.

Manashjyoti Sharma

Contributor-Level 10

Whih are top industries in which FASS students get into?

Answered 2 months ago

There are various industries and sectors in which graduates of Humanities and Social Sciences students get engaged into. Some top industries which students opt after graduation are-

Top Industries	Percentage of students getting engaged
Education	28%
Business Development	23%
Media and Communication	17%
Marketing	16%
Operations	16%

Kanishka Gambhir

Contributor-Level 10

Which companies hire graduates from FASS at NUS?

Answered 2 months ago

NUS maintains strong links with some of the biggest firms in the private & government sectors in Singapore & worldwide. It leverages these connections to provide post-study work opportunities to its students.

Listed below are some of the institute's top recruiters:

· NUS

· Singapore Economic Develo

Kanishka Gambhir

Contributor-Level 10

The acceptance rate is high or low for Law at NUS?

Answered 5 months ago

The acceptance rate of NUS stands around 5-10%. The university is very selective in admitting students to its law programs. Students who are interested in admission to this institution must meet the required eligibility criteria and submit the application form as soon as possible. The institute prio

Kanishka Gambhir

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