Pharmacy Courses: Fees 2026, Admission, Top Colleges, Distance Learning, Online

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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:
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Courses |
Duration |
|---|---|
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BPharma |
Four Year |
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BPharma Lateral |
Three Year |
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BPharma Hons |
Four Year |
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BBA |
Three Year |
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DPharma |
Two Year |
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Certificate in Pharmaceutical Mgt. |
6months to One Year |
Undergraduate Level Courses in Pharmacy
Candidates can see the types of UG Pharmacy courses offered below:
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Courses |
Duration |
Basic Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
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Bachelor of Pharmacy (BPharm) |
4 Years |
10+2 in Science Stream with PCB |
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BPharma (Hons.) |
4 Years |
10+2 in Science Stream with PCB |
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BTech Pharmaceutical Chemistry and Technology |
4 Years |
10+2 in Science Stream with PCB |
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BBA in Pharmaceutical Management |
3 years | Passed in 10+2 with 45% marks |
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Diploma in Pharmacy (DPharm) |
2 Years |
10+2 in Science Stream with Physics, Chemistry, biology/Mathematics |
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Certificate in Drug Development Product Management Specialization (Online) |
3 months |
10+2 in Science Stream |
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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:
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Pharmaceutical Chemistry
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Pharmaceutics
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Pharmacognosy
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Ayurveda
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Pharmaceutical Chemistry
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Organic Chemistry
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BPharma + MBA (Integrated 4+2 year course)
Postgraduate Level Courses in Pharmacy
Candidates can see the types of PG Pharmcy course offered below:
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Courses |
Duration |
Basic Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
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2 years |
50% aggregate in BPharma |
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MBA in Pharmaceutical Management |
2 years |
Minimum 50% marks in BBA in Pharmaceutical Management |
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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:
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Biopharmaceutics
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Biopharmaceutics & Pharmacokienetics
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Biotechnology
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Clinical Pharmacy
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Cosmecuticals
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Nanotechnology
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Industrial Pharmacy
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Quality Assurance
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Natural Products
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Phamacology & Toxicology
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Drug Development and Regulatory Sciences
Doctoral Level Courses in Pharmacy (Pharm D)
Candidates can see the list of Pharmcy courses at Doctoral level:
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Biotechnology
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Pharmaceutical Medicine
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Pharmaceutical Sciences
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Pharmaceutics
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Pharmacy practice
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Phytopharmacy and Phytomedicine
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Pharmacology
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Pharmacognosy
Top Entrance Exams in Pharmacy
Candidates can see the list of exams below:
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Exam |
Level |
Courses |
|---|---|---|
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GPAT |
National |
MPharma |
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NIPER JEE |
National |
MPharma, MBA in Pharma, MTech in Pharma, PhD |
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Delhi CET |
State |
Diploma |
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Gujarat CET (GUJCET) |
State |
Degree and diploma programmes |
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UKSEE |
State |
BPharma and MPharma |
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WBJEE |
State |
BPharma |
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RUHS Pharmacy |
Institute |
BPharma and DPharma |
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Jamia Hamdard Pharmacy Exam |
Institute |
BPharma, MPharma, PhD |
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1147 Colleges
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859 Colleges
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295 Colleges
- Pharmacognosy
230 Colleges
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- Post Baccalaureate
51 Colleges
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29 Colleges
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Most Popular Courses
Popular Courses
- Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm.)BITS Pilani - Birla Institute of Technology and Science
- M.Pharm. in Pharmaceutical ChemistryBITS Pilani - Birla Institute of Technology and Science
- Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm.)SOA University - Siksha 'O' Anusandhan
- Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharma.)Madras Medical College, Chennai
- MD in PharmacologyMadras Medical College, Chennai
- Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm.)Sri Ramachandra Institute of Higher Education and Research
- Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharma.)Datta Meghe Institute of Higher Education and Research (Deemed to be University)
- Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm.)Maharishi Markandeshwar University, Mullana
- Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.)Maharishi Markandeshwar University, Mullana
- Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm.)College of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Andhra University, Visakhapatnam
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3649 Colleges
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2455 Colleges
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124 Colleges
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21 Colleges
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4 Colleges
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55 Colleges
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News & Updates
Student Forum
Answered 2 days ago
Hi...
ELIGIBILITY FOR TET
The following persons shall be eligible for appearing in the TET:
i. A person who has acquired the academic and professional qualifications specified in the NCTE Notification dated 23rd August 2010.
ii. A person who is pursuing any of the teacher education courses (recognized
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Scholar-Level 17
Answered 3 days ago
In the last round, the JEE Main closing ranks for B.Pharma admission was 476992 for the students belonging to the General AI quota. Of all the branches, Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharma.) turned out to be the most challenging for admission, with the lowest cutoff rank. The lower cutoff ranks indicate
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 3 days ago
The DPharma course at the Dr. Sudhir Chandra Sur Institute of Pharmaceutical Science and Technology is 2 years long. It is a Diploma level course that has a seat intake of 60. Students must have cleared their 12th to apply for the course.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 3 days ago
DPharma from Dr. Sudhir Chandra Sur Institute of Pharmaceutical Science and Technology gives many career options to the students like becoming Govt. Pharmacist, Retail Pharmacist, Hospital Pharmacist, Laboratory Technician etc. They are also eligible for BPharm from second year as Lateral student af
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 3 days ago
BPharma is offered at the UG level by GNIPST Kolkata. The total course fee ranges between INR 4.2 lakhs- 6 lakhs, depending on the specialisations.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 3 days ago
MPharma is offered at the PG level by GNIPST Kolkata. Pharmacology, Pharmaceutics & Regulatory affairs are some of the specialisations of MPharma. There are 15 seats available for each specialisations of MPharma.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 3 days ago
Yes, Arya College offers decent placements annually to its DPharma students. Check out the key highlights of Arya College placements for DPharma Class of 2026 from the table below:
Particulars | DPharma Statistics - 2026 |
|---|---|
the highest package | INR 6.6 LPA |
Average package | INR 3.5 LPA |
Median package | INR 3.7 LPA |
the lowest package | INR 3 LPA |
Placement rate | 100% |
Answered 3 days ago
Arya College has good record of MPharma placements. The key highlights of Arya College placements for MPharma Class of 2026 are tabulated below:
Particulars | MPharma Statistics - 2026 |
|---|---|
the highest package | INR 8.7 LPA |
Average package | INR 5.2 LPA |
Median package | INR 5.4 LPA |
the lowest package | INR 5 LPA |
Placement rate | 100% |
Answered 3 days ago
Yes, Arya College has a good record of BPharma placements. Check out the key highlights of Arya College placements for BPharma Class of 2026 from the table below:
Particulars | BPharma Statistics - 2026 |
|---|---|
the highest package | INR 7.5 LPA |
Average package | INR 4.8 LPA |
Median package | INR 4.2 LPA |
the lowest package | INR 4 LPA |
Placement rate | 100% |
Answered 3 days ago
Hi.
The application fee for RUHS 2026 pharmacy exam is
- General / OBC category: ₹2000
- SC / ST (reserved categories): ₹1000
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Scholar-Level 17
Answered 4 days ago
No. You have to pursue higher school from science stream for it .
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Beginner-Level 1
Answered 5 days ago
To apply for the RUHS 2026 pharmacy exam, the candidate must have cleared or be appearing in the Senior Secondary Exam or equivalent examination with Physics, Chemistry, Biology or Mathematics as a compulsory subject.
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Contributor-Level 6
Answered a week ago
JSS College of Pharmacy DPharma admissions are merit-based. The college does not give direct admissions for the programme. Students have to fulfil the eligibility requirements to get a seat.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a week ago
JSS College of Pharmacy Ooty has limited intake. The highest number of seats are for the BPharma programme. The total intake is as below:
| Course | Seat Intake |
|---|---|
| MPharma | 138 |
| BPharma | 200 |
| PharmD | 30 |
| DPharma | 100 |
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a week ago
Candidates who have passed Class 12 with 50% marks in Biology/mathematics separately and 50% marks in physics, chemistry and biology/ mathematics put together are eligible to apply for BPharma programme at Nirmala College of Pharmacy.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a week ago
The total tuition fee of BPharma at Nirmala College of Phramacy is INR 3.2 lakh. This is to be paid as the last step of admission process to confirm seat. This number is taken from the official website of college. It can change.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a week ago
Yes, students are eligible to get admission in MPharma at Cheran College of Pharmacy with 52% in graduation. The eligibility of MPharma is to have graduation degree with 50% from a recognised university. Students can apply online for admission in MPharma.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a week ago
Yes, Cheran College of Pharmacy offers MPharma programme at PG level. The programme duration is two years. The eligibility is to have a graduation degree with an aggreagte of 50% in BPharma, from a recognised university. Interested students can apply through the official website.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a week ago
Yes, Cheran College of Pharmacy offers specialisations in MPHarma at PG level. MPharma is offered in three specialisations. The specialisations are Pharmaceutics, Pharmaceutical Analysis and Pharmacology. These specialisations are offered in full-time mode at the college campus.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a week ago
Check below Cheran College of Pharmacy PharmD application process:
- Register through the official portal by filling in basic details like name, email ID, and mobile number to generate login credentials. Select 'UG courses', click on PharmD and submit.
- Login again and fill the application form with the
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a week ago
No, students cannot get direct admission in Cheran College PharmD programme. PharmD admissions are merit-based. The eligibility is to pass Class 12 in relevant subjects with an aggregate of 50%. The final selection for Cheran College of Pharmacy. PharmD admission is done on the basis of candidate's
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a week ago
Yes, students can apply for BPharma at Cheran College with 60% in Class 12. However, meeting the eligibility is not enough. Cheran College of Pharmacy BPharma admission is merit-based. The final selection is done on the basis of student's academic scores for admission in BPharma.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a week ago
To get admission in, Cheran College of Pharmacy BPharma, students must pass Class 12 in relevant subjects with an aggregate of 50%. The final shortlist for BPharma admission is determined by the candidate's scores in last qualifying exam i.e Class 12. Students can apply online for the preferred prog
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a week ago
Cheran College of Pharmacy application fees is paid in online mode. Cheran College application fees is a non-refundable component of the fee structure. The application fees is not refunded even if the application is withdrawn or applicant is rejected.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a week ago
Certainly, with your 82% in 12th, you can get up to 50% scholarship for the B.Pharm programme at Chandigarh University! The CU scholarships are administered by the CUCET, and are based solely on the academic merit of the students. While your excellent 12th score can expect you to secure a broad scho
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Contributor-Level 6
Answered a week ago
Interested candidates can apply for BPharma at Sagar Institute of Pharmacy and Technology through the application process below:
- Open the institute page.
- Under 'Admissions' tab select 'Admission Enquiry'.
- Register and wait for the admissions team to contact.
- Apply for DTE counselling and select SIPTec f
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Contributor-Level 8
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