Are admissions to GITAM School of Pharmacy, Visakhapatnam entrance based or merit based?

Candidates are admitted to the GITAM School of Pharmacy, Visakhapatnam on the basis of their performance in the GITAM GAT. By completing the application and paying the application fee, candidates cantake part in the admissions process. On the basis of their performance in the enrance, candidates are shortlisted. The course fee can be paid to reserve a spot for candidates who make the final shortlist and are offered admission.

What is the application fee to apply for courses at GITAM School of Pharmacy, Visakhapatnam?

Candidates must fill out the application form on the official website and pay the INR 600 application fee in order to be considered for admission to GITAM School of Pharmacy, Visakhapatnam. Candidates' GITAM GATscores are used to evaluate them. In order to guarantee their spot in the program, candidates who make the short list for admission must pay the course fee.

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GITAM School of Pharmacy, Visakhapatnam UG, PG, Certificate Courses 2025

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The AP EAPCET application form 2026 will tentatively be available in March 2026 for GITAM School of Pharmacy, Visakhapatnam admission to BTech and BPharma courses.

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The GPAT 2026 application form for admission to the MPharma course is expected to be released during the first week of April 2026.

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GITAM School of Pharmacy, Visakhapatnam Courses & Fees 2025
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GITAM School of Pharmacy, Visakhapatnam Courses & Fees 2025

GITAM School of Pharmacy, Visakhapatnam offers B.Pharma and M.Pharma, etc. at UG and PG levels. At The university offers admission to candidates meeting the eligibility and selection criteria. Check below the fees and eligibility for the courses:

Courses	Tuition Fees	Eligibility
B.Pharma(1 course)	7.5 LGet Fee Details	10+2 : 50 % Exams : GITAM GAT
M.Pharma(5 courses)	4.2 LGet Fee Details	Graduation : 50 % Exams : GITAM GAT

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Q: Which entrance exam scores are accepted by GITAM School of Pharmacy, Visakhapatnam for admissions?

Candidates get admitted to GITAM School of Pharmacy, Visakhapatnam programs based on their GITAM GAT results. To take part in the BPharm and MPharm admissions procedure, candidates might take the entrance exam.
Those whose entrane scores put them on the short list can pay the course fee to guarantee their spot in the program. Candidates must check the selection criteria of the course they are applying to, in order to follow it precisely.

Q: What is the eligibility for the courses at GITAM School of Pharmacy, Visakhapatnam?

The eligibility for the courses at GITAM School of Pharmacy, Visakhapatnam are as follows:

BPharm: A minimum aggregate of 50% in Class 12

MPharm: A minimum aggregate of 50% in UG

Candidates are required to meet the eligibility criteria for the programmes to participate in the entrance based admission process. Candidates who meet the eligibility criteria are only considered while creating the shortlist.

Q: What is the selection criteria for the courses at GITAM School of Pharmacy, Visakhapatnam?

On the basis of candidates' GITAM GAT scores, they are shortlisted. If a candidate satisfies the institute's eligibility requirements, they are invited to the next admissions rounds.
Candidates can reserve their seat by paying the course fee after obtaining the final admission offer. Candidates can check the in-depth selection criteria of the courses at the official website of the institute.

Q: Which specialisations are offered in the MPharm course at GITAM School of Pharmacy, Visakhapatnam?

The MPharm specialisations available at the GITAM School of Pharmacy, Visakhapatnam are as follows:

M.Pharm. in Pharmaceutical Analysis

M.Pharm. in Pharmacology

M.Pharm. in Pharmaceutical Chemistry

M.Pharm. in Pharmaceutical Quality Assurance

M.Pharm. in Pharmaceutics

Candidates are shortlisted to the programme on the basis of their performance in the GITAM GAT. Candidates who receive the final admission offer can pay the course fee and secure their admission.

GITAM School of Pharmacy, Visakhapatnam Fee Structure

GITAM School of Pharmacy, Visakhapatnam fee structure gets renewed every year by the authority. As per the 2025 fee structure, the ranges from INR 4,17,500 to 7,51,100. After final selection, the fee payment must be done for seat confirmation. The below table mentions more GITAM School of Pharmacy, Visakhapatnam fee information:

Course Name	One-Time Fee	Tuition Fee	Hostel Fee
B.Pharma	NA	INR 7,51,100	NA
M.Pharma	NA	INR 4,17,500	NA

B.Pharma Admissions 2026

1 Course4 years

Eligibility

10+2 with 50% aggregate
Accepting Exams: GITAM GAT

Important dates

Dates	Events
25 Mar '26	GITAM GAT 2026 registration last date for current phase
29 Mar '26	GITAM GAT 2026 exam date for current phase

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B.Pharma

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M.Pharma

5 Courses

4.7(3)2 years

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₹3 LPA

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Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm.)

4.24 years

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M.Pharm. in Pharmaceutical Analysis

4.72 years

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₹4.17 L

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Certificate Course in Drug Regulatory Affairs

3 months

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M.Pharm. in Pharmacology

2 years

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₹3 LPA

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₹4.17 L

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M.Pharm. in Pharmaceutical Quality Assurance

2 years

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₹4.17 L

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M.Pharm. in Pharmaceutics

2 years

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₹4.17 L

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M.Pharm. in Pharmaceutical Chemistry

2 years

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₹4.17 L

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Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm.) - Batch of 2023

4.4

4Placements4Infrastructure4Faculty5Crowd & Campus Life5Value for Money

It has experienced faculty, good infrastructure, and a great campus life.

Placements: A good number of placements were provided by recruiting companies like MSN. For roles like medical transcription, a good number of students were placed with decent packages. An internship period is also provided. Everyone gets a chance to do the internship and gain knowledge.

Infrastructure: The infrastructure is good. Labs, classrooms, and the library are equipped with all the necessary requirements. Hostel facilities include a mess, a canteen, medical assistance, and a dedicated sports area. The premises are maintained hygienically with everyday cleaning and sanitation.

Faculty: We have well-experienced and knowledgeable faculty with the required qualifications in the required subject fields. We have a relevant curriculum that makes students ready for the industry. Semester exams are tough but not impossible to crack. With good preparation, one can pass. There is a good pass percentage.

Other: This course helps me to gain knowledge about the pharmaceutical industry, in which I aspire to work. The campus is lively throughout the academic year, giving importance to extracurricular activities like sports and fests along with studies. Many clubs are present. Scholarships are provided based on merit.

Reviewed on 28 Jun 2022Read More

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Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm.) - Batch of 2023

5Placements5Infrastructure5Faculty5Crowd & Campus Life5Value for Money

I am satisfied with this college.

Placements: Many students are placed in this course. The average salary package offered is 2 LPA. PFIZER, Lourous labs, and TCS are the top recruiting companies. Manager of the company and many other brighter positions are to be provided in the course.

Infrastructure: This college provides very well-equipped laboratories and a knowledge resource center. They also provide hostel facilities with proper maintenance and also take care of students with a medical emergencies. Cricket and many other sports are available in our college.

Faculty: Faculty members are very much qualified and very well experienced. They taught very high standards of teaching skills. The course is mainly into industrial management and very much into preparing students for the industries and also to the working.

Other: In this college, NSS is conducted for students.

Reviewed on 13 Jun 2022Read More

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Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm.) - Batch of 2023

4.6

4Placements5Infrastructure5Faculty4Crowd & Campus Life5Value for Money

The campus is excellent for students.

Placements: Around 60% of students are placed. The highest salary package offered ranges from 7 LPA to 8 LPA. The minimum salary package offered ranges between 4 LPA to 5 LPA. Aquity Solutions and Dr Reddy's are the top recruiting companies. Quality control department, quality assurance department pharmacology, and pharmaceutical laboratory, and companies hospital pharmacies, research laboratories, and sales department are the roles offered.

Infrastructure: In this college, Wi-Fi, laboratories, classrooms, library, computer laboratories, examination halls, pharmacology laboratories, pharmaceutical laboratories, pharmacognosy laboratories, microbiology laboratories, chemical storage rooms, and rest rooms are provided. It also provides a projector, fans, lights, and instrumentation rooms. The quality is good for mess and canteen.

Faculty: Teachers are very helpful in teaching or explaining to students the topics from inside and outside the books based on the syllabus. Our course curriculum is relevant. It makes the students' industry-ready. The semester exams are moderate, and the pass percentage is 75%.

Other: This course has growth for students.

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Anonymous

Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm.) - Batch of 2023

4.8

4Placements5Infrastructure5Faculty5Crowd & Campus Life5Value for Money

The college has good facilities and infrastructure.

Placements: A decent number of people got placed in companies like Aquity Solutions, etc., with decent packages in roles like medical transcriptionist. Companies like MSN were among the recruiting companies. Companies like Aurobindo were open to internship opportunities.

Infrastructure: The classrooms are well-equipped and well-maintained. Wi-Fi is provided on the whole campus. The library is well-maintained with all the required resources. Hostel premises are clean and hygienic. Food is of decent taste. Sports, medical and canteen and store facilities are available in the hostel.

Faculty: The teachers are helpful and are qualified and knowledgeable in their particular subjects. The teaching quality is good. The course curriculum is relevant and makes the students ready for the industry. Semester exams are somewhat difficult, and one can score a good grade with good practice and help from the faculty and help of library resources.

Other: The campus is very clean and well maintained. Lots of extracurricular activities like sports, gym and many clubs are present for students.

Reviewed on 13 Jun 2022Read More

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Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm.) - Batch of 2023

4.8

4Placements5Infrastructure5Faculty5Crowd & Campus Life5Value for Money

Our college has good facilities, infrastructure, good campus life, and good faculty.

Placements: Decent placements with decent salary packages were offered. MSN Pharma and Aquity Solutions are among the recruiting companies for roles like medical transcriptionist. Internship opportunities are open from companies like Aurobindo and also the pharmacy at the university hospital.

Infrastructure: The facilities on campus are very good. Labs are well-equipped and library is maintained with all the useful resources. The campus and hostel are provided with Wi-Fi. Hostel facilities are good and the premises are maintained clean and hygienic. Food is somewhat unsatisfactory.

Faculty: There are helpful and knowledgeable faculty members with good teaching quality. Relevant curriculum based on the PCI regulations is followed and makes students ready for the industry. Exams are a bit tough but can be prepared with the help of resources provided at the department library and with the help of the teachers.

Other: Our campus is lively with fests and activities throughout the year. Scholarships are provided based on GAT. Many clubs like NCC, NSS, GUSAC, Kalakriti, etc., are present.

Reviewed on 6 Jun 2022Read More

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Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm.) - Batch of 2023

4.4

4Placements5Infrastructure5Faculty4Crowd & Campus Life4Value for Money

It is one of the best colleges for pharmacy.

Placements: Around 50% of students get placed every year. There is one separate committee that looks after the students' placements. The college invites many big companies for recruitment. It is mainly on the student to clear the exams and be eligible. The main recruiting companies are Cipla, Dr. Reddy's, Sun Pharma etc.

Infrastructure: Wi-Fi is available all over the campus. Every college has its own library, and there is also a big central library where you can get enough books, journals etc. Labs are well-maintained and highly advanced. The hostel is good. Wi-Fi is available in every room. Food is good.

Faculty: All the faculty members are really helpful. Every faculty is highly qualified and experienced. This college mainly focuses on the student's knowledge and growth. The faculty are very helpful to students to get good results. It's not so tough to clear the exams.

Reviewed on 2 Jan 2022Read More

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Can I get direct admission to GITAM School of Pharmacy, Visakhapatnam?

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No, direct admission is not available for courses at GITAM School of Pharmacy, Visakhapatnam . To be accepted into the programs, candidates must finish the admissions process and take entrance exams like the GITAM GAT.
Candidates who fulfill the minimal eligibility requirements are granted the oppo

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What is the seat intake for the MPharma programme at GITAM School of Pharmacy, Visakhapatnam?

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The seat intake for the MPharma programme at GITAM School of Pharmacy, Visakhapatnam is 66. Candidates are offered a seat in the programme if they qualify through the admission process.
Candidates are required to appear for the GITAM GAT to get shortlisted for the programme. Candidates can learn mor

saurya snehal

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Is GITAM School of Pharmacy Visakhapatnam best in Visakhapatnam?

Answered a year ago

The GITAM school of pharmacy vishakhapatnam is very good college in visakhapatnam and it's NIRF is around 60 as per pharmacy category across india

The GITAM school of pharmacy has good reputation and the good faculty with experienced faculty and the equipment of labs and the college rooms are also ve

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What is the fee for M.Pharma at GITAM School of Pharmacy Visakhapatnam?

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The total tuition fee for M.Pharma courses at GITAM School of Pharmacy in Visakhapatnam is INR 397,700 for the entire two-year course. To be eligible for admission, students need to have scored at least 50% in their graduation.

GITAM offers a range of scholarships for over 13 undergraduate, graduat

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Can I join GITAM School of Pharmacy Visakhapatnam without GPAT for M.Pharma?

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Yes, you can join GITAM School of Pharmacy in Visakhapatnam for an M.Pharma programme without appearing for the GPAT if you score well on the GITAM Admission Test (GAT-PGT). However, if you do have a valid GPAT score, you can still apply for admission, but you'll need to attend counseling.

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