Pharmacy Subjects List 2026: Check Semester-wise Subjects & Syllabus
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Bachelor in Pharmacy or B Pharmacy is a course that focuses on drugs, medicines, their uses, how to maintain them, etc. It is a popular option if you want to work in the field of medical research or want to open your own medical shop. Human Anatomy, Pharmaceutics, Biochemistry, and Medicinal Chemistry are the major Pharmacy subjects that are covered in this UG course. It is a four-year course for you after completing Class 12 whereas if you have completed DPharma (Diploma in Pharmacy), you can complete this course in only three years. Pharmacy subjects include both theoretical and lab studies that are covered in 8 semesters.
List of Pharmacy Subjects
This section lists some of the basic subjects taught in Pharmacy classes for your reference.
Core Subjects for Pharmacy
Here are the core subjects you will find in Pharmacy courses -
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Subject Name |
Details |
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Pharmaceutical Organic Chemistry
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Studies related to chemical aspects associated with drugs and medicines are included in this subject. |
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Pharmaceutical Inorganic Chemistry
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Uses of inorganic substances in pharmaceuticals including preparatory methods, properties, etc. are covered in this subject. |
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Pharmaceutical Microbiology
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Microorganisms that contribute towards the development and scaling up of pharmaceuticals are studied in this subject. |
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Pharmacology
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The influence of drugs on living beings is studied in this subject. |
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Computer Applications in Pharmacy
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The use of computers in retail pharmacy along with CADD (Computer -Aided Design of Drugs), data storage, computer-based learning, etc. are included in this subject. |
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Pharmaceutical Analysis
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How to identify, separate, purify, and determine pharmaceutical products are explained in this subject. |
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Industrial Pharmacy
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Marketing, development, manufacturing, and quality assurance activities are covered in this subject. |
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Pharmacognosy and Phytochemistry
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Concepts related to modern Pharmacognosy and the development of Phytochemistry are to be studied in this subject. |
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Pharmaceutical Engineering
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It covers topics related to quality control, discovering, manufacturing, and analysing drugs and their formulas. |
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Remedial Biology/ Remedial
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How to use biological agents to eliminate contaminants from the water or any other medium is explained in this subject. |
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Mathematics
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Measurements and methods of calculations used to determine, prescribe, and develop medication are covered in this subject. |
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Physical Pharmaceutics
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Concepts of Chemistry and Physics that are associated with Pharmacy are covered in this subject. |
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Biochemistry
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It involves studying concepts related to living organisms and chemical processes happening within their bodies. |
Elective Subjects in Pharmacy
The elective subjects available for picking in Pharmacy courses are listed below -
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Elective Subject |
Details |
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Pharma-Marketing Management-Theory |
Studies related to pharmaceutical basics and management along with marketing related to pharmaceuticals are covered in this subject. |
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Pharmaceutical Regulatory Science-Theory |
New drugs and medicines in the Indian and other markets are studied in this subject. |
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Pharmacovigilance-Theory |
Risk management, signal intelligence, expedited reporting, and other concepts related to pharmaceutical management are covered in this subject. |
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Standardisation and Quality Control of Herbals - Theory |
How to standardise minimum and maximum proportions of active ingredients in pharmaceutical products is explained in this subject. |
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CADD - Theory |
How to identify new possibilities and research on drug designs using computational methods is taught in this subject. |
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Cell and Molecular Biology - Elective Subject |
The study of macromolecules like RNA, lipids, DNA, etc. along with cellular structure and their functions are covered in this subject. |
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Cosmetic Science - Theory |
The aspects related to business, development, and regulations of cosmetics are covered in this subject. |
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Experimental Pharmacology or Pharmacological Screening Methods |
Identification methods and optimization of potential drugs using different pharmacological methods are explained in this subject. |
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Advanced Instrumentation Techniques |
Understanding advanced instruments and their application in drug development and analysis are covered in this subject. |
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Pharmaceutical Product Development |
Formulation, development of a prototype, biological aspects, scaling up of pharmaceutical products, etc. are to be studied in this subject. |
Specialisations offered in Pharmacy Subjects
The top specialisations offered in BPharmacy in various colleges and universities in India are given below -
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Specialisation |
Details |
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Industrial Pharmacy |
It is concerned with developing, manufacturing, distributing, and marketing of drugs. |
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Clinical Pharmacy |
Patient care and utilising medications to improve patient health are the primary focus of this branch of Pharmacy. |
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Pharmaceutical Technology |
Basic studies of different machines and technologies employed in the pharmaceutical sector. |
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Pharmaceutical Chemistry |
Synthesis of bioactive molecules and drug design methods are covered in this subject. |
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Pharmacognosy |
Drugs made from natural ingredients obtained from plants and animals are discussed in this subject. |
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Pharmacology |
The drugs and their influence on humans and other living beings are studied in this subject. |
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Sales and Marketing |
The concepts related to sales and marketing of pharmaceutical products and machines are discussed in this subject. |
Books and Authors related to Pharmacy Subjects
Some of the popular Pharmacy books along with the details of their authors are given in the below table -
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Book Name |
Author/Publication |
Subject |
Details |
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Drug Discrimination |
John Wiley |
Pharmaceutics - Drugs |
This book is a guide to chemical entities that were newly founded and their contribution and evaluation of known or new pharmacological agents. |
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Atlas of Human Anatomy |
Elsevier |
Human Anatomy and Physiology |
The structure of Human Anatomy and various concepts associated with it are discussed in this book. |
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Proteins: Biochemistry and Biotechnology |
Wiley India |
Applied Biochemistry and Clinical Chemistry |
Protein science and the use of proteins in the manufacturing of medicines and drugs are covered in this book. |
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Medicinal Chemistry of Bioactive Natural Products |
Wiley India |
Medicinal Chemistry |
This book focuses on bioactive natural components and their use in Medicinal Chemistry. |
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Dosage Calculations |
Pickar, Gloria D. |
Pharmaceuticals - Drugs |
This book talks about how to calculate drug dosage and concepts related to it. |
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Organic Chemistry |
Pearson India |
Pharmaceutical Organic Chemistry |
The role and contribution of organic chemistry in the field of Pharmacy are discussed in this book. |
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Textbook of Pharmacognosy |
Arumugam |
Pharmacognosy |
How natural substances obtained from plants and animals are used in Pharmaceutical products is explained in this book. |
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Analytical Chemistry |
CBS |
Medicinal Chemistry |
Chemical properties of drugs and how to study them are covered in this book. |
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Biochemistry and Clinical Pathology |
Pillai, K. K |
Applied Biochemistry and Clinical Chemistry |
Testing of bodily fluids and concepts related to Biochemistry are discussed in this book. |
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Clinical Research |
CBS |
Clinical Pharmacy |
How to determine the best and safest way to administer a drug or medicine to a specific disease is explained in this book. |
Syllabus for Distance Programme in Pharmacy
As per the regulations of PCI, BPharm, MPharm, and DPharm programs need to be completed in regular mode only. Therefore, distance programmes are not available for these courses.
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Anything you would want to ask experts?Answered 2 days ago
For admissions to the MPharma and MS courses at National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research Guwahati students must:
- Complete the course eligibility of having a Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy or related discipline to their chosen programme with a minimum score of 60% (55% for SC/ST 50%
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Contributor-Level 10
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The course fees for MPharma and MS at National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research Guwahati are similar with both courses having total tuition fees of around INR 1.9 Lakhs. Though students should remember that this estimate change depending on the year, fee concessions, scholarships,
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Answered 3 days ago
The college has released the combined placement data for PG 2-year courses including MPharma and D.Pharm. Out of 12 PG 2-year students, 6 were placed during placements 2021. The median package offered was INR 3 LPA.
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Answered 4 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:
| Particulars | BPharma Placements 2022 | BPharma Placements 2023 | BPharma Placements 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total students | 100 | 99 | 107 |
| Students placed | 91 | 84 | 103 |
| Median package | INR 1.92 LPA | INR 2.80 LPA | INR 3.20 LPA |
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Answered 5 days 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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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Yes, Government/Industry-sponsored candidates pursuing MPharma at NIPER Ahmedabad have a higher fee structure, with about INR 1.68 lac payable at admission and INR 92,535 per semester thereafter, as per the official fee table.
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The subsequent semester fee for MPharma at NIPER Ahmedabad is around INR 53,328 per semester for General/OBC/EWS candidates and INR 27,306 per semester for SC/ST candidates, covering tuition, laboratory, library, hostel rent, electricity, and other institutional charges.
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For MPharma at NIPER Ahmedabad, total fee payable at admission for Semester 1 is approximately INR 1.05 lac for General/OBC/EWS candidates and INR 79,802 for SC/ST candidates. This includes one-time charges and first-semester fees.
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Current year ranking is not available. In NIRF 2025 Pharmacy rankings, NIPER Ahmedabad was ranked 21 among pharmacy institutions in India, reflecting its academic quality and research environment for programmes including MS Pharma.
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NIPER JEE exam for MS Pharma admission to NIPER Ahmedabad, is mostly scheduled in June each year, and candidates must take this exam to be considered for counselling and seat allotment.
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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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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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Answered 2 weeks ago
No, candidates who wish to apply for National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research, Guwahati M.Tech course are not required to appear for the GPAT exam mandatorily. The selection of candidates can be based on either one of GPAT, GATE or the NIPER JEE exam.
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Answered 2 weeks ago
MTech and MPharma course duration is for 2 years. Pharmacy is available in specialisations such as Pharmaceutical Analysis and Quality Assurance, Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Pharmaceutics, and others. Pharmacy students are placed in top companies at top positions.
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Answered 3 weeks ago
Department of Pharmacy, Sumandeep Vidyapeeth University offers various facilities to students. The department provides lab facility to UG/PG Pharmacy students. Tha lab has been designed in compliance with PCI/AICTE requirement. There are boys' and girls' hostels available in the college. There is me
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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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The basic eligibility criteria for the Diploma in Pharmacy (D. Pharm) at Department of Pharmacy, Sumandeep Vidyapeeth University is given below
A pass in 10+2 examination (science academic stream) with Physics, Chemistry and Biology or Mathematics. or Any other qualification approved by the Pharmacy
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Answered 3 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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Answered 3 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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Answered 3 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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