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Pharmacy course forms the foundation of medical science knowledge. The course is a great mix of science, health care, computer technology, business, math and also consultation. There are many Pharmacy courses that candidates can pursue like UG, PG, PhD, Diploma and even Certificates. The choice depends on one's future career goals. Candidates who are interested in medicines and drugs can apply for Pharmacy courses. 

What are Pharmacy Courses?

In India, Pharmacy education is regulated by the Pharmacy Council of India (PCI) but the management of the colleges and approval is granted by AICTE (All India Council of Technical Education). A Pharma course teaches how to deal with diseases caused by viruses, bacteria or any unknown pathogens. Pharmacy students study about medicines and drugs in the pharmceutical industry. 

Level of Courses

Candidates can see the types of Pharmacy courses offered below: 

Courses

Duration

BPharma

Four Year

BPharma Lateral

Three Year

BPharma Hons

Four Year

BBA

Three Year

DPharma

Two Year

Certificate in Pharmaceutical Mgt.

6months to One Year

Undergraduate Level Courses in Pharmacy

Candidates can see the types of UG Pharmacy courses offered below:

Courses

Duration

Basic Eligibility

Bachelor of Pharmacy (BPharm)

4 Years

10+2 in Science Stream with PCB

BPharma (Hons.)

4 Years

10+2 in Science Stream with PCB

BTech Pharmaceutical Chemistry and Technology

4 Years

10+2 in Science Stream with PCB

BBA in Pharmaceutical Management

3 years Passed in 10+2 with 45% marks

Diploma in Pharmacy (DPharm)

2 Years

10+2 in Science Stream with Physics, Chemistry, biology/Mathematics

Certificate in Drug Development Product Management Specialization (Online)

3 months

10+2 in Science Stream

Certificate in Pharmaceutical Management

4 months

10+2 in Science Stream

Popular Pharmacy Specialisations

Candidates can see the list of popular specialisations offered in UG Pharmacy courses below:

  • Pharmaceutical Chemistry

  • Pharmaceutics

  • Pharmacognosy

  • Ayurveda

  • Pharmaceutical Chemistry

  • Organic Chemistry

  • BPharma + MBA (Integrated 4+2 year course) 

Postgraduate Level Courses in Pharmacy

Candidates can see the types of PG Pharmcy course offered below:

Courses

Duration

Basic Eligibility

Masters of Pharmacy (MPharma)

2 years

50% aggregate in BPharma

MBA in Pharmaceutical Management

2 years

Minimum 50% marks in BBA in Pharmaceutical Management

MTech Pharmaceutical Technology

2 years

At least 50 percent or an equivalent CGPA in their B.E./B.Tech

Specializations offered in MPharma Course

Candidates can see the list of popular specialisations offered in PG Pharmacy courses below:

  • Biopharmaceutics

  • Biopharmaceutics & Pharmacokienetics

  • Biotechnology

  • Clinical Pharmacy

  • Cosmecuticals

  • Nanotechnology

  • Industrial Pharmacy

  • Quality Assurance

  • Natural Products

  • Phamacology & Toxicology

  • Drug Development and Regulatory Sciences

Doctoral Level Courses in Pharmacy (Pharm D)

Candidates can see the list of Pharmcy courses at Doctoral level:

  • Biotechnology

  • Pharmaceutical Medicine

  • Pharmaceutical Sciences

  • Pharmaceutics

  • Pharmacy practice

  • Phytopharmacy and Phytomedicine

  • Pharmacology

  • Pharmacognosy

Top Entrance Exams in Pharmacy

Candidates can see the list of exams below:

Exam

Level

Courses

GPAT

National

MPharma

NIPER JEE

National

MPharma, MBA in Pharma, MTech in Pharma, PhD

Delhi CET

State

Diploma

Gujarat CET (GUJCET)

State

Degree and diploma programmes

UKSEE

State

BPharma and MPharma

WBJEE

State

BPharma

RUHS Pharmacy

Institute

BPharma and DPharma 

Jamia Hamdard Pharmacy Exam

Institute

BPharma, MPharma, PhD

Table of contents
  • Popular Pharmacy Course Colleges in India
  • Popular Private Pharmacy Course Colleges in India
  • Popular Exams
  • Popular Pharmacy Course Specializations
  • Most Popular Courses
  • Top Ranked Colleges by Location
  • Popular Pharmacy Course UG Courses
  • Popular Pharmacy Course PG Courses
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Popular Pharmacy Course Colleges in India

Following are the most popular Pharmacy Course Colleges in India. Learn more about these Pharmacy Course colleges (Courses, Reviews, Answers & more) by downloading the Brochure.
44 K - 9.6 L
4.95 - 6.95 LPA

#40 NIRF

5 Courses
3.33 K
20 - 22 LPA

#1 NIRF

4 Courses
12.93 L - 25.85 L
16.15 LPA
1.07 L - 3.19 L
6.8 LPA
9 LPA

#2 NIRF

1.16 L - 17.07 L
7.2 - 10.76 LPA

Popular Private Pharmacy Course Colleges in India

7 Courses
3 L - 7.65 L
3.5

Pharmacy Applications open. Apply Now

1.54 L - 6.51 L
4.69 L - 10.56 L
7 LPA

Pharmacy Applications open. Apply Now

1.4 L - 6.5 L
3 Courses
2.2 L - 8.4 L
4.6

Pharmacy Applications open. Apply Now

4.6 L - 15.3 L
3.7

Pharmacy Applications open. Apply Now

Popular Exams

Following are the top exams for Pharmacy Course. Students interested in pursuing a career on Pharmacy Course, generally take these important exams.You can also download the exam guide to get more insights.

10 Jul ' 26

AIIMS BSc Paramedical 2026 Result

4 Jul ' 26

AIIMS BSc Paramedical 2026 Exam date

10 Jul ' 26 - 30 Jul ' 26

AIAPGET 2026 Registration process

Aug '26

AIAPGET 2026 admit card release

TENTATIVE

1 Jul ' 26 - 21 Jul ' 26

NEET PG 2026 Application Start Date

25 Jul ' 26 - 28 Jul ' 26

NEET PG 2026 Application Correction Dates

Popular Pharmacy Course Specializations

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

Popular Specializations

Top Ranked Colleges by Location

Following are the top ranked colleges for Pharmacy Course based on rankings published by The Week, Business Today and National Institutional Ranking Framework (MHRD).

Popular Pharmacy Course UG Courses

Following are the most popular Pharmacy Course UG Courses . You can explore the top Colleges offering these UG Courses by clicking the links below.

UG Courses

Popular Pharmacy Course PG Courses

Following are the most popular Pharmacy Course PG Courses . You can explore the top Colleges offering these PG Courses by clicking the links below.

PG Courses

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Answered 2 days ago

Yes, this is a strict requirement, not just a suggestion as Pharmacy Council of India (PCI) under its rule, B.Pharm students in Mumbai have to complete practical training of 150 hours in hospital, community pharmacy and industry. Practical exposure is compulsory and will directly influence your fina

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Tasbiya Khan

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 2 days ago

For B.Pharm, General pharmacy remains the most in-demand specialisation, but for M.Pharm, Pharmaceutics, Pharmacology, and Pharmaceutical Chemistry tend to open doors to better-paying research and industry roles. Students aiming for higher salaries often pair their specialisation with additional cer

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Tasbiya Khan

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 3 days ago

It is possible at Rayat Bahra University. After completing D. Pharmacy from a PCI approved institute with minimum 50% marks, you can directly join B. Pharn  from 3rd semester but not from 5th semester. That way you would make it 3 year program instead of 4 year program.

 

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Rishita Sharma

Beginner-Level 4

Answered 3 days ago

Yes, applicants can get admission in BPharma with 60% marks in Class 12. To get admission in BPharma at GITAM Visakhapatnam, candidates should have passed Class 12 in Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics / Biology or equivalent from a recognised Central / State Board with at least 50% or 5.0 CGPA

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Raj Priya

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 3 days ago

The total tuition fee of BPharma at GITAM Visakhapatnam is INR 7.5 lakh. This number is taken from the official sources of college. It can change.

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Raj Priya

Contributor-Level 10

Answered a week ago

No, NEET is not required for B.Pharm admission in Pune or anywhere in Maharashtra. NEET is only required for MBBS, BDS, BAMS, BHMS, and other medical courses. For pharmacy courses like B.Pharm and D.Pharm, MHT CET is the relevant entrance exam. However, for Pharm.D, which is a clinical pharmacy doct

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Tasbiya Khan

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 2 weeks ago

BPharm placement trend witnessed during Shoolini University is presented below:

Particulars

BPharm Placement Statistics 2023

BPharm Placement Statistics 2024

BPharm Placement Statistics 2025

Median package

INR 2.6 LPA

INR 3.1 LPA

INR 3.25 LPA

Number of graduating students

85

81

80

Students placed

25

37

44

Students opted for higher studies

14

29

24

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Nishtha Arora

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 2 weeks ago

The median package offered during Shoolini University BPharm placements is mentioned below:

Particulars

BPharm Placement Statistics 2023

BPharm Placement Statistics 2024

BPharm Placement Statistics 2025

Median package

INR 2.6 LPA

INR 3.1 LPA

INR 3.25 LPA

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Satyendra Rai

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 3 weeks ago

Students placed during KR Mangalam University BPharm placements over the past three years is mentioned below:

Particulars

BPharm Placement Statistics 2023

BPharm Placement Statistics 2024

BPharm Placement Statistics 2025

Number of graduating students

57

63

82

Students placed

16

61

58

Students selected for higher studies

6

2

22

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Aayush Singh

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 3 weeks ago

KR Mangalam University BPharm placement highlights 2025 are presented below:

Particulars

BPharm Placement Statistics 2025

Median package

INR 4.53 LPA

Number of graduating students

82

Students placed

58

Students selected for higher studies

22

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Manashjyoti Piplani

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 3 weeks ago

The median package offered during Sage University Bhopal BPharm placements 2025 and 2024 was INR 2.9 LPA.

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Nishtha Arora

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 3 weeks ago

Sage University Bhopal BPharm placements highlights of past two years are presented below:

Particulars

BPharm Placement Statistics 2024

BPharm Placement Statistics 2025

Median package

INR 2.9 LPA

INR 2.9 LPA

Number of graduating students

76

73

Students placed

34

35

Students selected for higher studies

25

29

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Satyendra Rai

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 3 weeks ago

To get a seat in MIET Meerut BPharma, students must be eligible. The minimum qualification required to apply at MIET Meerut is to pass Class 12 examination in PCM/ PCB from a recognised board. Candidates are shortlisted for the BPharma programme based on scores in CUET UG. 

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Gaurika Chhabra

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 3 weeks ago

Out of total 57 graduating students, 45 students were placed and 12 students went for higher studies during JU Kolkata BPharm placements 2025.

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Nishtha Sharma

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 3 weeks ago

According to Pharmacy NIRF report, JU Kolkata BPharm placement highlights 2025 are mentioned below:

Particulars

BPharm Placement Statistics 2025

Median package

INR 5.22 LPA

Number of graduating students

57

Students placed

45

Students selected for higher studies

12

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Chandra Thakur

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 3 weeks ago

To apply for BPharma at Delhi Pharmaceutical Sciences and Research University, candidates need to fill the application through the official site. The form is to be filled with the respective documents. This is followed by payment of the application amount. Candidates must check the DPSRU eligibility

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Tanu Rao

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 3 weeks ago

Yes. Candidates who have not qualified or appeared for GPAT can get admission in LM College of Pharmacy MPharm, by applying through the Gujarat PGCET, which is conducted for admission to vacant MPharm seats after GPAT-qualified candidates are considered. Also, if seats remain vacant even after ACPC

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Al Kashaf

Contributor-Level 9

Answered 4 weeks ago

With MBA, you will get both business and science knowledge and if you go with PGDM, you will be master in science more i.e your native subject ( pharmaceuticals). So, if you want to go in business or management in pharma sector choose MBA and if you are interested in only science then go with PGDM.

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Divya Maurya

Beginner-Level 1

Answered 4 weeks ago

Statistically, it is extremely difficult. Because GPAT-qualified candidates are granted absolute preference and occupy the top of the provisional merit list, high-demand branches like Pharmaceutics and Pharma Technology are usually filled completely by GPAT rankers during Round 1. Non-GPAT candidate

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Al Kashaf

Contributor-Level 9

Answered 4 weeks ago

No, the Gujarat PGCET is not more difficult than GPAT exam. GPAT is highly competitive national-level entrance exam that test deep analytical, conceptual and multi-statement problems. On the other hand, the Gujarat PGCET is a state-level exam that primarily include direct, memory-based, and straight

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Al Kashaf

Contributor-Level 9

Answered 4 weeks ago

The official LM College of Pharmacy MPharm cutoff trends are released online by ACPC Gujarat rather than college itself. To check the 2026 cutoffs, candidates need to visit the official ACPC portal after the counselling rounds begin. ACPC uploads the course-wise and category-wise opening and closing

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Al Kashaf

Contributor-Level 9

Answered 4 weeks ago

LM College of Pharmacy is widely recognised as one of the popular Pharmaceutical institutions in India. In the official NIRF rankings, released by the Ministry of Education, the college has secured an impressive national standing.

the latest NIRF Ranking (2025): LMCP is ranked 45th in Pharmacy catego

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Al Kashaf

Contributor-Level 9

Answered a month ago

The BPharm syllabus at LM College of pharmacy spans four years and is divided into 8 semesters. It follows the standard Pharmacy Council of India (PCI) guidelines. The core subjects include:

  • Year 1: Human Anatomy and Physiology, Pharmaceutical Analysis, Pharmaceutics, Inorganic Chemistry, Engineering

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Al Kashaf

Contributor-Level 9

Answered a month ago

To get a seat in UPES BPharma, students must fulfil the admission criteria. Admissions are entrance-based. Students must have passed Class 12 with PCM/ PCB and English with a minimum aggregate of 50% from a recognised board. Final selection is based on UPESPAT/ JEE Main/ Merit/ NEET/ CUET. To confir

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Gaurika Chhabra

Contributor-Level 10

Answered a month ago

No, candidates cannot apply directly on the college website for government-quota seats. The entire admission process is handled by a central state body called the Admission Committee for Professional Courses (ACPC), Gujarat. Candidates must register on the official ACPC portal, fill out their choice

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Al Kashaf

Contributor-Level 9

Answered a month ago

If any candidate misses locking their choice during the active counselling rounds then they will not be considered for seat allotment in that specific round. However, if any seats remain vacant at the end of the centralized process, the college holds an on-campus offline spot counseling round, which

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Al Kashaf

Contributor-Level 9

Answered a month ago

The online registration process on the ACPC portal generally starts around April or May, shortly after the Class 12 and GUJCET results are declared. The choice-filling rounds and actual seat allotments usually take place in June and July.

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Al Kashaf

Contributor-Level 9

Answered a month ago

Actually eligibility criteria are not strict in chitkara school of pharmacy and general requirement is above 60% and sometimes they give admission to below 60% also.

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Rimjhim yadav

Beginner-Level 1

Answered a month ago

Jamia Hamdard BPharma tuition fees is INR 9.6 lakh. The fee structure includes many components. The total fee may differ at the time of payment due to the variables of the fee structure.

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Gaurika Chhabra

Contributor-Level 10

Answered a month ago

Yes, candidates can easily get into the BPharm programme without clearing the NEET exam. The Admission Committee for Professional Courses (ACPC) in Gujarat mainly uses the state-level entrance exam, GUJCET, to prepare the merit list. While candidates can use their NEET scores as an alternative optio

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Al Kashaf

Contributor-Level 9

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