Updated on May 20, 2025 05:58 IST
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 BPharma or Bachelor of Pharmacy is a highly popular professional career choice among medical aspirants. With the expansion in the healthcare sector and advancement in medical science, the pharmaceutical industry is flourishing at best. As per the data shared by GOI, the Indian pharmaceutical industry is third-largest by volume and supports 50 percent demand for vaccines worldwide. The widespread reach of this industry makes it evident that the pharma sector needs young professionals who are skilled to fulfill both national and international demands for medicines, equipment, and drugs.

What is BPharma?

Bachelor of Pharmacy (BPharma) is an undergraduate-level degree course that provides in-depth knowledge and expertise to understand all about the field of Pharmacy. Students willing to pursue BPharma should have pursued physics, chemistry, and biology/mathematics in class 12 from a recognized board. After completing the BPharma degree, there is a range of jobs available for pharmaceutical graduates in the manufacturing industry and in several hospitals.

BPharma Degree Courses

There are generally four types of BPharma courses offered in India by most of the top colleges. The eligibility criteria remain more or less the same, however, there are minor differences in the duration of these courses. Read on to find out:

1. Bachelor of Pharmacy (BPharma) – It is a four-year degree programme where admission is given on the basis of the rank secured in the entrance exam.

2. Bachelor of Pharmacy (BPharma Lateral Entry) – In this programme, a candidate can begin their BPharma course in the second year instead of the first thereby making it a three-year degree programme.

3. Bachelor of Pharmacy (BPharma Hons.) - This is also a similar course to Bpharma where candidates who have completed their DPharma can also seek admission.

4. Bachelor of Pharmacy (BPharma Ayurveda) – Candidates pursuing this degree will gain knowledge about the Ayurveda which is a part of ‘life science’ course.

BPharma Specializations

Some of the popular BPharma specializations are mentioned below:

1. Pharmaceutical chemistry

2. Pharmaceutics

3. Pharmacology

4. Ayurveda

Top Entrance Exams for BPharma Courses

Enlisted below are national and state-level BPharma entrance exams that candidates should prepare for in order to seek admission in the undergraduate-level pharmacy courses.

Exam

Level

PUCET

State level

UPSEE

State level

MAH AAC CET

State Level

AP EAMCET

State Level

BITSAT

Institute Level

GITAM GAT

Institute level

Top Colleges Offering BPharma Courses

Some of the top colleges in India that provide BPharma degree courses are:

1. Jamia Hamdard

2. Panjab University (PUCHD)

3. BITS Pilani - Birla Institute of Technology and Science

4. ICT Mumbai

5. JSS College of Pharmacy

BPharma Distance/Correspondence Courses

The BPharma distance learning/correspondence courses are designed for the candidates who wish to pursue BPharma degree without attending regular classes in the institute. It is an affordable option and is offered for the duration of four years.

Particulars

Details

Duration

Four years

Eligibility

10+2 with a minimum of 50% marks in subjects like Physics, Chemistry, Biology, or Maths

Admission process

Merit-based

Fees

INR 40,000 to INR 2,00,000

Pedagogy

Semester-based course

Some of the popular universities offering BPharma through distance learning are:

1. IGNOU, Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU)

2. Sikkim Manipal University

3. Dr. BR Ambedkar Open University (BRAOU)

4. Maharshi Dayanand University (MDU)

5. Karnataka State Open University

6. Subharti University

7. Symbiosis International University

8. Bombay College of Pharmacy, Mumbai, Maharashtra

9. Sardar Patel University, Vidyanagar Gujarat

10. Osmania University, Hyderabad

Online BPharma Courses

Candidates can pursue online certification in BPharma course. Several platforms are offering Massive open online courses (MOOCs) to candidates who are interested in learning about the field of pharmacy.

Particulars

Details

Duration

one hour – six months

Eligibility

Passed in class 12 from a recognized board

Admission process

Merit-based

Fees

INR 2,000 to INR 30,000

Online Platforms

Udemy, Coursera, edX, futurelearn

Offline BPharma Certification Courses

There are several colleges in India that provide offline certification in the Pharmacy domain. The course duration is quite short compared to the degree programme and the job prospects are high. Find out interesting facts about BPharma certification courses and some of the top colleges offering them here:

Particulars

Details

Duration

Three months to Six months

Eligibility

Passed in class 12 from a recognized board

Admission process

Merit-based

Fees

INR 2,000 to INR 30,000

Colleges such as B.R. Nahata College of Pharmacy (BRNCP), Rajiv Gandhi Paramedical Institute (RGPI) – Delhi, Indian Institute of Pharmaceutical Marketing – Lucknow, and Government Medical College (GMC JAMMU) are some popular colleges offering certification courses in Pharmacy.

Job Prospects of Pursuing BPharma Course

Candidates pursuing a BPharma degree have high income earning potential as the industry is growing at an exponential rate globally. With one of the best professionals in the industry, the Indian pharmaceutical industry has surmounted the challenges posed by the COVID19 pandemic. Here are some of the highly rewarding career options that candidates can opt for after completing a four-year graduation degree:

1. Pharmacist

2. Health Inspector

3. Drug Inspector

4. Researcher

5. Research and Development Expert

6. Hospital Drug Controller

7. Chemical Technician

The average salary of the BPharma graduate ranges between INR 1,80,000 to INR 2,50,000. If not job, candidates can also choose to pursue higher study options after completing their graduation degree.

Upcoming Trends in BPharma Courses

BPharma course is a job-oriented career option wherein it is projected that by 2025 the pharmaceutical sector will grow by 45 percent. The increasing export demands amid the COVID19 pandemic have enabled India to widen its footsteps in no less than 71 nations. Nonetheless, there is still huge scope for the pharma industry to sprawl into new dimensions. Let’s find out the future of the pharma sector and the opportunities that lay in front of BPharma graduates:

1. Digitisation of Pharma Industry – Several mom-and-pop shops still dominate the pharma terrain in India. Integrating pharma space with Artificial Intelligence will be a great advancement for the upcoming generations.

2. Affordable Medication – Biosimilar medication is the new and upcoming demand of the pharma industry where patients will not have to skip taking biological medications due to its high prices and low availability.

3. Innovative Therapies - To diversify the portfolio that limits the reach of the pharma industry to drug production, a lot of R&D and clinical trials are in progress to find out innovative therapies that treat diseases. Oncologists and involved in finding out gene therapies to treat cancer with these techniques.

4. Global Presence – Expanding global presence to supply essential and rare medications is another strategic area of growth.

Table of contents
  • Popular B Pharmacy Colleges in India
  • Popular Private B Pharmacy Colleges in India
  • Popular B Pharmacy Specializations
  • Most Popular Courses

Popular B Pharmacy Colleges in India

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Popular Private B Pharmacy Colleges in India

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Popular B Pharmacy Specializations

Following are the most popular B Pharmacy Specializations . You can explore the top Colleges offering these Specializations by clicking the links below.

Popular Specializations

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Answered 15 hours ago

The students should do BPharma from APJ Abdul Kalam University, Indore because it provides the latest syllabus and good placements to their students. They get placed in top companies in various profiles and sectors. They can choose the career of their choice after completing BPharma from APJ Abdul K

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Chandeep Singh

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Answered 17 hours ago

The students can work across various sectors after completing BPharma from  APJ Abdul Kalam University. These are written below:

Pharma sector
Hospital 
Retail 
Research and development
Regulatory affairs
Academia
Clinical research
Pharmaceutical 

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Chandeep Singh

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Answered 17 hours ago

The minmum eligibility requirement for BPharma admission is two-fold. Find below the minimum eligibility requirements for BPharma:

  • Passing Class 12 with English as one of the subjects and Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics or Biology as optional subjects.
  • Should have appeared in all the subjects and shou

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heau mishr

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 21 hours ago

The number of students over the past three years during Department of Pharmacy, Sumandeep Vidyapeeth University BPharm placements is mentioned below:

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BPharm Placement Statistics 2022

BPharm Placement Statistics 2023

BPharm Placement Statistics 2024

Number of graduating students

30

36

55

Students placed

2

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9

Students selected for higher studies

16

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Dhanya Arora

Contributor-Level 9

Answered 21 hours ago

As per NIRF report 2025, BPharm placement highlights 2025 are mentioned below:

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BPharm Placement Statistics 2024

Median package

INR 3.6 LPA

Number of graduating students

55

Students placed

9

Students selected for higher studies

46

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Nishtha Karan

Contributor-Level 9

Answered Yesterday

MET Institute of Pharmacy offers BPharma admisison based on entrance exams. The institute accepts national entrance exams like MHT-CET and NEET. Interested candidates can apply directly through the official page.

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Abhay Arora

Contributor-Level 9

Answered Yesterday

Pursuing a B Pharmacy course can be a good career option for students interested in the healthcare and pharmaceutical industries. With the growing demand for medicines and healthcare services, the pharmaceutical sector offers a wide range of job opportunities in areas like drug manufacturing, qualit

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Liyansha Katariya

Contributor-Level 9

Answered Yesterday

The 2021 batch of BPharma had 56 students. Out of these 13 were placed during The Oxford College of Pharmacy BPharma placements 2021. The median package offered was INR 3 LPA.

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Akanksha Bhandari

Contributor-Level 9

Answered 6 days ago

Out of 107 students, 103 were placed during Narayana Pharmacy College BPharma placements 2024. The median salary offered was INR 3.20 LPA. Looking at the past three years records, an improving trend was recorded in BPharma median salary. The table below depicts the trends:

ParticularsBPharma Placements 2022BPharma Placements 2023BPharma Placements 2024
Total students10099107
Students placed9184103
Median packageINR 1.92 LPAINR 2.80 LPAINR 3.20 LPA

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Sreetama Anand

Contributor-Level 9

Answered a week ago

To get admission in Shivalik College of Pharmacy BPharm, students have to meet the eligibility first. The eligibility is to complete Class 12 from a recognised board. Eligible students are selected on a merit basis. Students need to pay fees to complete the admission.

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Anupama Garg

Contributor-Level 10

Answered a week ago

Yes, Shivalik College of Pharmacy does offer BPharma. The course is offered in full-time mode. Duration of the programme is four years. Eligible students can start the admission process offline. Basic eligibility for the course is to complete Class 12 with relevant subjects.

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Sanjana Srivastava

Contributor-Level 10

Answered a week ago

To get enrolled in BPharm course at UPES School of Health Sciences and Technology, students should have completed their 10th and 12th with a min. of 50% marks, along with the Science stream and English as major subjects in their HSC. Also, passing entrance exams:

  • JEE Mains
  • CUET
  • NEET
  • UPESPAT 

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Krishnendu Kumar

Contributor-Level 10

Answered a week ago

UPES School ofHealth Sciences BPharm one-time fee is INR 20,000. This fee amount can include caution deposit or the admission fee amount. Apart from this, the tuition fee is charged semester-wise or annually. The given fee is as per official website/ sanctioning body. It is still subject to revision

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Kartik Sharma

Contributor-Level 10

Answered a week ago

UPES School of Health Sciencesand Technology tuition fee is INR 10 L. After final selection, candidates need to pay admission fee amount to confirm seats. It should be noted that the mentioned fee is as per the official website/ sanctioning body. It can be revised and hence, is indicative. 

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Chanchal Gaurav

Contributor-Level 10

Answered a week ago

Before paying the UPES School of Health Sciences and Technology BPharm application fee, choose your course from seven schools at UPES, then, fill-in your personal details in the application form for AY 2026. Lastly, pay the Application fee of Rs. 1750/-

 

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Indrani Tyagi

Contributor-Level 10

Answered a week ago

The selection process for BPharm at ICFAI Univeristy is merit based and includes a personal interview. The minimum eligibility for the same is passing Class 12 with 50% aggregate and above marks from a recognised board of education with English as one of the subjects and Physics, Chemistry, Mathemat

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heau mishr

Contributor-Level 10

Answered a week ago

Candidates must pass Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics or PCB with English as one of the subjects to apply for BPharm programme at Ranchi College of Pharmacy. Aspirants must have documents proving their eligibility for verification at the time of admission.

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Nishtha Shukla

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Answered a week ago

The total tuition fees is INR 4 lakh for BPharm at Ranchi College of Pharmacy. Aspirants who are selected for admission need to confirm their seat by paying the course fees. The seats are allotted in BPharm course based on the merit of the candidates.

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Nishtha Shukla

Guide-Level 15

Answered a week ago

Ranchi College of Pharmacy offers lateral entry to BPharm course. The college offers BPharm (LE) for three-years. The course is divided into six semesters. Candidates need to pass DPharm course from an institutions approved by the Pharmacy Council of India to apply for BPharm (Lateral Entry) program

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Nishtha Shukla

Guide-Level 15

Answered 2 weeks ago

The median package recorded during MJPRU BPharm placements 2024 and previous two years is mentioned below:

Particulars

BPharm Placement Statistics 2022

BPharm Placement Statistics 2023

BPharm Placement Statistics 2024

Median package

INR 2.2 LPA

INR 4.75 LPA

INR 5.55 LPA

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Nishtha Karan

Contributor-Level 9

Answered 2 weeks ago

MJPRU BPharm placement highlights of 2024 are mentioned below:

Particulars

BPharm Placement Statistics 2024

Median package

INR 5.55 LPA

Number of Graduating Students

63

Students Placed

55

Students Selected for Higher Studies

8

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Pooja Divya

Contributor-Level 9

Answered 3 weeks ago

The curriculum of BPharm programme at the Department of Pharmacy, Sumandeep Vidyapeeth University is given below.
The students are taught the following subjects:
Biochemistry – Theory, Pharmaceutical Organic Chemistry I– Practical, Computer Applications in Pharmacy – Practical*, Pharmaceutical Enginee

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Neha Pradhan

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 3 weeks ago

The basic eligibility requirement for admission to BPharma Department of Pharmacy, Sumandeep Vidyapeeth University is given below:

Students must have passed 12th examination conducted by the respective State Government authorities recognised as equivalent to 12th exams by the AIU with English as one

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Aishwarya Bhatnagar

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 4 weeks ago

The seat intake for lateral entry BPharm admissions at Parul University is currently unknown. The total BPharm seat intake is 100 at Parul University. Hence the BPharm lateralentry admissions must have a seat intake lower than or equal to 50 seats. Candidates who wish to know more must visit the web

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Saurabh Khanduri

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 4 weeks ago

The BPharm fees at Parul University is higher for the candidates who belong to the NRI category. Students of the NRI category have to pay INR 7.8 Lacs as BPharm fees. 

On the other hand, candidates who belong to the Management Quota are required to pay INR 5.4 Lacs for the BPharm course at Parul Univ

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Saurabh Khanduri

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 4 weeks ago

The Parul University BPharm fees for lateral entry student is the same for both Management Quota and NRI students. For NRI students, the BPharm lateral entry fees is INR 5.4 lakh. The fees is charged on per annum basis in three equal instalments. The fees is a combination of the tuition fees and uni

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Saurabh Khanduri

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 4 weeks ago

The application fees for final submission of BPharm admissions at Parul University is only revealed to candidates after they have filled out the application form.

In the previous year, candidates were required to pay INR 300 as application fees for the BPharm application form. However, this fee can c

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Saurabh Khanduri

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 4 weeks ago

The Parul University BPharm admissions might be open to offline admission mode however, the website of the university does not mention an offline mode of application. Candidates who wish to apply in offline mode should download the application form after registration and then attach physical copies

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Saurabh Khanduri

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 4 weeks ago

The number of students placed during KIET University Bpharma placements has not been released yet. Once out, it will be updated here. Meanwhile, students can have a look at the placement percentage recorded in the past years:

ParticularsPlacement Statistics (2024)Placement Statistics (2025)
Placement Rate92%94%

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diksha soni

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 4 weeks ago

Yes, KIET University provides decent placements to its BPharma students. The table below provides the KIET University BPharma placement highlights:

ParticularsPlacement Statistics (2024)Placement Statistics (2025)
the highest PackageINR 8.50 LPAINR 6.66 LPA
Average Package INR 3.53 LPAINR 3.55 LPA
Placement Rate92%94%

 

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