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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.

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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 -

Subject Name

Details

Pharmaceutical Organic Chemistry

 

Studies related to chemical aspects associated with drugs and medicines are included in this subject.

Pharmaceutical Inorganic Chemistry

 

Uses of inorganic substances in pharmaceuticals including preparatory methods, properties, etc. are covered in this subject.

Pharmaceutical Microbiology

 

Microorganisms that contribute towards the development and scaling up of pharmaceuticals are studied in this subject.

Pharmacology

 

The influence of drugs on living beings is studied in this subject.

Computer Applications in Pharmacy

 

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.

Pharmaceutical Analysis

 

How to identify, separate, purify, and determine pharmaceutical products are explained in this subject.

Industrial Pharmacy

 

Marketing, development, manufacturing, and quality assurance activities are covered in this subject.

Pharmacognosy and Phytochemistry

 

Concepts related to modern Pharmacognosy and the development of Phytochemistry are to be studied in this subject.

Pharmaceutical Engineering

 

It covers topics related to quality control, discovering, manufacturing, and analysing drugs and their formulas.

Remedial Biology/ Remedial

 

How to use biological agents to eliminate contaminants from the water or any other medium is explained in this subject.

Mathematics

 

Measurements and methods of calculations used to determine, prescribe, and develop medication are covered in this subject.

Physical Pharmaceutics

 

Concepts of Chemistry and Physics that are associated with Pharmacy are covered in this subject.

Biochemistry

 

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 -

Elective Subject

Details

Pharma-Marketing Management-Theory

Studies related to pharmaceutical basics and management along with marketing related to pharmaceuticals are covered in this subject.

Pharmaceutical Regulatory Science-Theory

New drugs and medicines in the Indian and other markets are studied in this subject.

Pharmacovigilance-Theory

Risk management, signal intelligence, expedited reporting, and other concepts related to pharmaceutical management are covered in this subject.

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.

CADD - Theory

How to identify new possibilities and research on drug designs using computational methods is taught in this subject.

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.

Cosmetic Science - Theory

The aspects related to business, development, and regulations of cosmetics are covered in this subject.

Experimental Pharmacology or Pharmacological Screening Methods

Identification methods and optimization of potential drugs using different pharmacological methods are explained in this subject.

Advanced Instrumentation Techniques

Understanding advanced instruments and their application in drug development and analysis are covered in this subject.

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 -

Specialisation

Details

Industrial Pharmacy

It is concerned with developing, manufacturing, distributing, and marketing of drugs.

Clinical Pharmacy

Patient care and utilising medications to improve patient health are the primary focus of this branch of Pharmacy.

Pharmaceutical Technology

Basic studies of different machines and technologies employed in the pharmaceutical sector.

Pharmaceutical Chemistry

Synthesis of bioactive molecules and drug design methods are covered in this subject.

Pharmacognosy

Drugs made from natural ingredients obtained from plants and animals are discussed in this subject.

Pharmacology

The drugs and their influence on humans and other living beings are studied in this subject.

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 -

Book Name

Author/Publication

Subject

Details

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.

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.

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.

Medicinal Chemistry of Bioactive Natural Products

Wiley India

Medicinal Chemistry

This book focuses on bioactive natural components and their use in Medicinal Chemistry.

Dosage Calculations

Pickar, Gloria D.

Pharmaceuticals - Drugs

This book talks about how to calculate drug dosage and concepts related to it.

Organic Chemistry

Pearson India

Pharmaceutical Organic Chemistry

The role and contribution of organic chemistry in the field of Pharmacy are discussed in this book.

Textbook of Pharmacognosy

Arumugam

Pharmacognosy

How natural substances obtained from plants and animals are used in Pharmaceutical products is explained in this book.

Analytical Chemistry

CBS

Medicinal Chemistry

Chemical properties of drugs and how to study them are covered in this book.

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.

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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Popular Pharmacy Course Colleges in India

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4.95 - 6.95 LPA

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20 - 22 LPA

#1 NIRF

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#2 NIRF

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Popular Private Pharmacy Course Colleges in India

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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.

29 Mar ' 26 - 24 Apr ' 26

AIIMS BSc Paramedical Registration

29 Apr ' 26

Final status (Accepted & Rejected)

Apr '26

NEET PG 2026 Application Start Date

TENTATIVE

May '26

NEET PG 2026 Application Correction Dates

TENTATIVE

28 Mar ' 26 - 25 Apr ' 26

INI CET 2026 July Session Application

30 Apr ' 26 - 2 May ' 26

INI CET 2026 July Application Correction

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

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Aspirants can apply for PG Diploma in Pharmaceutical Marketing & Management after completing BPharm from any institution approved by Pharmacy Council of India. Candidates who have completed BSc/ MSc with a 2 years of work experience in Pharmaceutical industry in Sales/ Marketing profile can also app

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Nishtha Shukla

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Department of Pharmacy, Sumandeep Vidyapeeth University selects candidates for BPharm based on entrance exam scores. Aspirants need to pass SVCET for admission. The merit of the candidates is determined based on their SVCET scores. 

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Nishtha Shukla

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The total tuition fees for BPharm is INR 4 lakh at Department of Pharmacy, Sumandeep Vidyapeeth University. Candidates selected based on their SVCET scores need to pay the course fees to confirm their seat. Aspirants also have to pay a one-time caution deposit of INR 10,000. 

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Nishtha Shukla

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Admission to GD Goenka typically requires Class 12 with at least 50% aggregate in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology/Mathematics. It accepts national-level entrance scores like CUET, similar to Amity University and Galgotias. But, highly ranked institutions like Jamia Hamdard (NIRF Rank 1) or DPSRU oft

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Rashmi Karan

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Apart from academic merit, the GD Goenka University BPharma programme also offers specialised scholarships for students from diverse backgrounds, including sports achievers or children of defense personnel. There are also government-sponsored scholarships available for students from reserved categor

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Rashmi Karan

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GD Goenka University reports an average package of approximately INR 5.22 LPA for its graduates, with the School of Medical & Allied Sciences seeing the highest packages around INR 12 LPA. In comparison, Amity University Noida has historically reported average BPharma packages around INR 6 LPA, whil

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Rashmi Karan

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Answered 3 days ago

GD Goenka University strictly follows the admission process prescribed by the Haryana State Technical Education Society (HSTES) and the PCI for its BPharma programme. While students can visit the university's admission office for information, the formal seat allotment is done via centralised counsel

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Rashmi Karan

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After counselling for the GD Goenka University BPharma, students would need to visit the campus for final document verification and fee submission. Once a seat is allotted through the HSTES portal, the student must report to university to confirm their admission. This visit is also a great opportuni

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Rashmi Karan

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GD Goenka University BPharma admissions are aligned with the Haryana State Technical Education Society (HSTES), reservation policies as per state government norms are followed. This includes seat allocations for SC, ST, and OBC candidates, as well as students from Haryana. Check the detailed seat ma

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Rashmi Karan

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Yes, GD Goenka University BPharma offers a specific percentage of seats for lateral entry students who have completed their D.Pharm. These seats are over and above the sanctioned intake for the first year, allowing Diploma holders to join directly in the second year. Because these seats are limited,

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Rashmi Karan

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The total fee for the BPharma course at GD Goenka University is INR 8.50 Lakhs, payable over the entire four-year duration of the course. You will have to pay INR 2,35,000 in the first year due to admission and registration charges. In the next three years, the fee is going to be consistent @ INR 2,

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Rashmi Karan

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GD Goenka University BPharma counselling involves several rounds, maybe two or three. In counselling rounds, seats are allotted to the deserving students. If students are not selected in the first round of counselling, they may be selected in subsequent rounds. Students can secure seats based on the

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Rashmi Karan

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Yes, the annual fee includes full access to the university's premier infrastructure and education facilities. This includes the use of modern pharmaceutical labs, extensive library facilities, as well as industrial visit programs arranged by the department. The practical experiences are included in

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Rashmi Karan

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After the conclusion of the counseling and document verification rounds, the academic session for the GD Goenka University BPharma programme usually commences in August or September. Once the seat is confirmed and the admission fee is paid, students receive a formal induction schedule. This orientat

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Rashmi Karan

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BPharma curriculum at the GD Goenka University is quite diverse and includes topics subjects like Human Anatomy, Physiology, and Pharmaceutical Chemistry. Students are also taught subjects like Pharmacognosy, Pharmacology, Pharmaceutical Jurisprudence and Biotechnology, among others.  

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Rashmi Karan

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Apart from scientific knowledge, GD Goenka University BPharma curriculum emphasises ethical practices. Students are taught the professional code of ethics and the legal frameworks governing the pharmacy profession in India. Modules on pharmaceutical jurisprudence teach them about the laws related to

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Rashmi Karan

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GD Goenka University BPharma course follows a holistic educational model that combines core scientific expertise with soft skills and professional ethics. The University uses world-class facilities and interactive teaching methodologies to simplify complex pharmaceutical concepts. Apart from traditi

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Rashmi Karan

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The BPharma at GD Goenka University is a four-year degree that follows official Pharmacy Council of India (PCI) standards. It costs INR 8.50 Lacs and combines classroom learning with hands-on lab work, industry visits, and internships. The goal is to give you a mix of solid theory and real-world exp

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The authority will release the NIPER JEE 2026 syllabus online. Candidates can check the syllabus to know what topics to focus on for preparation. 

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Vikash Kumar Vishwakarma

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NIPER JEE is a computer-based test conducted for 2 hours. The question paper comprises 200 multiple choice question. Each question carries 1 mark. Negative marking is done for wrong answers.

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Vikash Kumar Vishwakarma

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No, B.Pharm degree holder cannot use the prefix "Dr." nor open a clinical practice to diagnose/treat patients. The "Dr." prefix is approved by the Pharmacy Council of India (PCI) for Pharm.D graduates, not B.Pharm. B.Pharm graduates are licensed pharmacists, not medical practitioners.

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Tasbiya Khan

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No, Mathematics is not a mandatory subject of Oriental College of Pharmacy BPharm admissions. Candidates who are interested in the BPharm course offered by Oriental College of Pharmacy need to complete their Class 12th from either the PCM, PCB or the PCMB stream.

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Saurabh Khanduri

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There are no details regarding a fee refund policy on the website of Oriental College of Pharmacy. However, candidates may get refunds based on UGC norms upon cancelling their admission from the BPharm course.

UGC norms provide that candidates who manage to cancel their admission within 30 days of th

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Saurabh Khanduri

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Oriental College of Pharmacy BPharm fees is yet to be revealed for the academic year 2026. However, candidates can check the Oriental College of Pharmacy fees on the website of Admission & Fee Regulatory Committee of Madhya Pradesh.

The aforementioned committee releases the data for all approved prop

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Saurabh Khanduri

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Oriental College of Pharmacy BPharm course has a minimum duration of four years. Students of Oriental College of Pharmacy are awarded their degrees by the RGPV, Bhopal upon completing their BPharm at Oriental College of Pharmacy.

Candidates cover the entire Oriental College of Pharmacy BPharm syllabu

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Saurabh Khanduri

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Oriental College of Pharmacy does not mention any information on the eligibility of candidates who are yet to receive their Class 12 board exam results. Generally, the BPharm admissions are opened after the Class 12 board exam results have been declared.

However, candidates with this issue are advise

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Saurabh Khanduri

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No, the Oriental College of Pharmacy common counselling has not yet begun for 2026 BPharm admissions. The counselling round dates are scheduled after the application process is over. Thus, candidates should go to the website of Oriental College of Pharmacy once the applications have been closed.

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Saurabh Khanduri

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No, the Oriental College of Pharmacy BPharma admissions are currently not open for academic year 2026. The institute may reveal the admission dates once the Class 12 board exams are over. 

The deadline for Oriental College of Pharmacy BPharma admissions will be scheduled after then results have been

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Saurabh Khanduri

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No, NEET-UG is not listed as a compulsory entrance exam for Oriental College of Pharmacy BPharma admissions. The selection of candidates is based on the scores obtained in Class 12 board exams. Thus, candidates can apply for BPharm at Oriental College of Pharmacy as soon as they get their Class 12 b

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Candidates must pass Class 12 with at least 60% aggregate with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics/ Biology to apply for BPharm at JIS University. 

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