Best Pharmacy Colleges in Kolkata - Courses, Fees, Admissions 2026

Jadavpur University is the top ranked Pharmacy college in Kolkata according to NIRF ranking 2024 under the Pharmacy category along with their tuition fees.

College Name	NIRF 2024	Tuition Fee
Jadavpur University Ranking	18	INR 10,000 – INR 96,000
NIPER Kolkata Ranking	24	INR 1 lakh
Guru Nanak Institute of Pharmaceutical Science and Technology Ranking	74	INR 2 lakh - INR 6 lakh

There are around 30+ best Pharmacy colleges in Kolkata. Of these, 22 colleges are privately owned and the government owns 8 colleges. NEET PG, GPAT, JEE Main, etc. are the popular entrance exams for admission to top B Pharma colleges in Kolkata. Jadavpur University, Institute of Post Graduate Medical Education and Research, National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research Kolkata, Medical College and Guru Nanak Institute of Pharmaceutical and Technology are some of the top 10 Pharmacy colleges in Kolkata.

It is estimated that joining the best Pharmacy colleges in Kolkata can be affordable. Listed below are some colleges which are having tuition fees of less than INR 1 lakh.

Low-cost Colleges	Tuition Fee
Jadavpur University Fees	INR 10,000 - INR 96,000
IPGMER Kolkata Fees	INR 36,000
Medical College Fees	INR 48,000
West Bengal University of Animal and Fishery Sciences Fees	INR 20,000
MAKAUT Fees	INR 9,000

Disclaimer: This information is sourced from official website/ media reports/ NIRF website and may vary.

Hi, you can refer below for the top Pharmacy colleges in Kolkata according to NIRF ranking 2024 under the Pharmacy category for the past three years, i.e., from 2022 to 2024:

College Name	NIRF 2022	NIRF 2023	NIRF 2024
Jadavpur University Ranking	18	18	18
NIPER Kolkata Ranking	NA	32	24
Guru Nanak Institute of Pharmaceutical Science and Technology Ranking	84	87	74

Disclaimer: This information is sourced from official website of the ranking body listed and may vary.

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No, candidates cannot take direct admission in Jadvapur University. All admissions are strictly merit-based, requiring candidates to qualify through state-level, national-level, or university-conducted entrance examination.

Hi, it can be observed that studying Pharmacy in Kolkata can be expensive as most of the colleges have an average tuition fee of more than INR 3 lakh. However you can refer below for the top Pharmacy colleges in Kolkata that offer quality education at low cost:

College Name	Tuition Fee	Eligibility / Exams
Jadavpur University	INR 9,600 - INR 96,000	GPAT, CUET-PG, WBJEE
Medical College	INR 48,000	NEET PG
West Bengal University of Animal and Fishery Sciences	INR 20,000	Merit-Based
Institute of Pharmacy, Kalyani	INR 2,400	Merit-Based
MAKAUT - Maulana Abul Kalam Azad University of Technology	INR 9,000	Merit-Based

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Hi, given below are the top courses offered by best Pharmacy colleges in Kolkata:

Course Offered	No. of Colleges
D.Pharma	20
B.Pharma	17
M.Pharma	16
MD	7

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Yes, Pharmacy colleges in Kolkata do offers degree courses and given below are the top Pharmacy colleges in Kolkata that offer degree courses to their students:

College Name	Tuition Fee	Eligibility / Exams
Jadavpur University	INR 9,600 - INR 96,000	GPAT, CUET-PG, WBJEE
Institute of Post Graduate Medical Education and Research	INR 1.2 lakh	NEET PG, West Bengal NEET PG
NIPER Kolkata	INR 1.19 lakh	GPAT, NIPER JEE
Medical College	INR 48,000	NEET PG
Guru Nanak Institute of Pharmaceutical Science and Technology	INR 3.34 Lacs - INR 6.04 lakh	CEE AMPAI Masters, GPAT, WBUT PGET, WBJEE, JEE Main, CEE AMPAI

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Hi, Pharmacy colleges in Kolkata do offer Diploma courses and you can refer below for some of the best Pharmacy colleges in Kolkata:

College Name	Tuition Fee	Eligibility / Exams
Guru Nanak Institute of Pharmaceutical Science and Technology	INR 1.84 lakh	Merit-Based
JIS University	INR 1.7 lakh	Merit-Based
Sister Nivedita University	INR 3 lakh	SNUET
Haldia Institute of Pharmacy, Haldia	INR 1.2 lakh	Merit-Based
Adamas University	INR 2.99 lakh	Merit-Based

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Median salary of M.Pharma course is INR 369,665 as per the reports/data available.

Joining the top Pharmacy colleges in Kolkata can be worthwhile for you. For that, you need to check its ROI. Listed below are some colleges along with their tuition fees and average placement package:

College Name	Tuition Fee	Annual Median Package
Jadavpur University Courses	INR 10,000 – INR 96,000	INR 5 LPA
Institute of Post Graduate Medical Education and Research Courses	INR 36,000	INR 8 LPA
NSHM Institute of Health Sciences Courses	INR 4 Lacs – INR 5 lakh	INR 3 LPA
Medical College Courses	INR 48,000	INR 7 LPA
Sister Nivedita University Courses	INR 3 Lacs – INR 7 lakh	INR 5 LPA

Disclaimer: This information is sourced from official website/ media reports/ NIRF website and may vary.

No an Arts graduate student cannot do a Pharmacy course.

Most Pharmacy courses in India have eligibility and candidates should have passed Class 12 in Science (Physics, Chemistry and Biology/Mathematics) 

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Hi, given below are the top specialisations offered by best Pharmacy colleges in Kolkata:

Top Specialisations	No. of Colleges
Pharmacology	19
Pharmaceutical	9
Ayurved	2
Pharmacognosy	2
Quality Assurance	2

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Students with a strong background in science (Chemistry/Biology) and an interest on how medicines work are perfect for this course. 

It suits analytical, detail oriented individuals interested in laboratory research, drug development, formulation and improving patient health.

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Medical College, Kolkata is considered one of the best colleges for MBBS in West Bengal and probably the best in Eastern India, with a rich legacy of 188 years, making it the oldest college in Asia. The college has good placements and a hostel facility. According to student reviews, it is a very good college for MBBS. Admission to the MBBS course is based on the National Eligibility Cum Entrance Test ranking, and the duration of the course is 4.5 years plus one year of compulsory rotating medical internship

Yes demand for pharmaceutics professionals is high because of multiple pharmaceutical industry.

Opportunities are there in drug research and formulation and manufacturing, etc. With progress in medicine and biotechnology demand for such professionals is growing. 

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Main subjects that are there in syllabus of Pharmaceutics courses are as follows -

Pharmaceuticals Main Subjects
Pharmaceutical Chemistry
Pharmacology and Toxicology
Biopharmaceutics and Pharmacokinetics
Pharmaceutical Technology
Drug Regulatory Affairs
Quality Control and Assurance
Industrial Pharmacy
Microbiology and Biotechnology
Pharmaceutical Engineering
Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)

Note: Info is taken from other sources and can be different.

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No, admission to MAKAUT is based on entrance exams for courses such as BTech. Candidates wanting to get admission to MAKAUT for BTech must qualify West Bengal Joint Entrance Examinations (WBJEE) exam and WBJEE Counselling. Those willing to get admission in the second year must appear for JELET (for Lateral Entry). MAKAUT also accepts JEE Main exam for BTech admission. 

Yes. JIS University is a private university located in Kolkata, West Bengal, India. It offers undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs in various fields such as Engineering, Management, Law, Pharmacy, Science, Humanities, and Social Science. The quality of a college or university can be evaluated based on several factors such as faculty, infrastructure, research output, student experience, industry collaborations, placement record, and accreditation. JIS University has a team of experienced and qualified faculty members who are dedicated to providing quality education to the students. The university has modern infrastructure facilities such as well-equipped laboratories, libraries, classrooms, and sports facilities. It has collaborations with reputed industries and academic institutions, providing students with industry exposure and research opportunities. The university is accredited by the University Grants Commission (UGC) and the Bar Council of India (BCI). In terms of placement, JIS University has a dedicated placement cell that provides placement assistance to the students. The university has tie-ups with several reputed companies, and the placement record has been good over the years. However, it is always advisable to research further and gather more information before making a decision.

Sister Nivedita University is a good choice for students interested in either the Engineering or Management streams with the university being ranked 113 and 105 in the Engineering and Management categories, respectively by Outlook Ranking 2025.

The university is also known for its other UG, PG, Diploma and certificate courses  with Sister Nivedita University Kolkata being a good choice overall for many students depending on their interests.

Techno India University Kolkata, through 12 schools of study, offers UG, PG, and PhD courses to students. The below-mentioned are Techno India University Salt Lake Kolkata schools of study:

Techno India University Kolkata Schools of Study
School of Engineering	School of Science	School of Computer Application
School of Management	School of Architecture	School of Law
School of Pharmacy	School of Nursing	School of Paramedical
School of Humanities	School of Commerce	School of Design

Adamas University in Kolkata offers direct admission to most undergraduate courses if students score 80% or higher in their Class 12 exams or 70% in other Higher Secondary examinations. This waives the need for the AUAT entrance exam.

Candidates have to keep the following documents ready during the School of Allied Health, Bhawanipur Global Campus admissions:

• Class 10 mark sheet and passing certificate
• Class 12 mark sheet and passing certificate
• Bachelor's degree (if applicable)
• Passport-size photo
• Aadhar Card
• Category Certificate (if applicable)

Yes, the Haldia Institute of Pharmacy is recognised by the following organisations:

• Pharmacy Council of India  (PCI)
• Directorate of Medical Education (DME), Kolkata

Further, the institute is also affiliated with the West Bengal University of Health Sciences (WBUHS) and the State Medical Faculty of West Bengal (SMFWB).

Brainware University is famous for its technical programmes. The university has a industry-oriented curriculum. When compared to other similar private universities, BU has a rather affordable fee structure and decent placement packages. The university has global tie-ups and recorded a 98% placement rate in 2025. Its BTech, BCA, and MBA programmes are among the most popular choices.

As per the data available, Median package of B.Pharma course is around INR 210,000.

Candidates need to visit the official website and download the application form for online mode of application. Candidates can follow the steps below to apply for the courses:

Step 1: Visit the official website of Eminent College Of Pharmaceutical Technology.
Step 2: Click on the 'Download' button.
Step 3: Download the form and fill out the necessary details.
Step 4: Submit all the necessary documents, including your qualifying exam mark sheet and a passport-sized photograph.
Step 5: Pay the application fee.

Yes, the Neotia University is worth it as it was established by the Ambuja Neotia Group and is recognised by the UGC. NTU Kolkata is also approved by the AICTE, BCI, PCI, Indian Nursing Council, and the Directorate General of Shipping (DGS). TNU courses are offered to students at undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral levels in various disciplines of Arts, Sciences, and Commerce. Further, the university also has a panel of guest lecturers to inspire students in their respective careers and to give them tips and invaluable insights in every course.

A student withdraws their admission from Amity University Kolkata up to 15 days before the commencement of the academic session, the University will refund-

• 100% of the semester tuition fees, and
• 100% of the Security Deposit,

after deducting processing charges of up to 5 percent of the fees, subject to a maximum deduction of INR 5,000.This category is intended for students who decide not to proceed with their admission well in advance of the academic session.

Guru Nank Institute of Pharmaceutical Science and Technology is a well-known institution for M.Pharma, D.Pharma, B.Pharma courses, and these programs are delivered by highly experienced faculty. Guru Nank Institute of Pharmaceutical Science and Technology has course specializations in Pharmacology.

The George Telegraph Training Institute offers placement support to its students. Notable organizations that visit the institute for recruitment include Gpt Steel Industries Ltd, Ess Kay Fincorp, Financial Consultant, Saffron Global Ltd, Help Agra, Green Ripples Pvt Ltd, Easynext Professionals Services, Fairfield Institute Of Management And Technology Ggsipu Delhi, Kalpesh Synthetics, Sapours Technology Pvtltd.

Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Institute of Pharmacy has been rated 4.2 on Infrastructure parameter. Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Institute of Pharmacy has also been rated 4.2 for Campuslife.

The overall seats available across all courses offered by Institute of Pharmacy, Kalyani is up to 60. Good thing to know is that Institute of Pharmacy, Kalyani has courses which are approved by prominent Government bodies like AICTE.

Yes, the West Bengal University of Animal and Fishery Sciences accepts the WBJEE score for admission to its BTech courses. The admission criteria for Bachelor of Fishery Sciences (B.F.Sc) include qualifying in the West Bengal Joint Entrance Examination for Engineering/Technology (WBJEE) conducted by WBJEEB, passing Higher Secondary (10+2) Examination of the West Bengal Council of Higher Secondary Education or its equivalent examination in Science stream from any recognised Board/Council from any institution, and being a citizen of India, not less than 17 years as on 31st December in the year of application, and a domicile of West Bengal.

The fees structure for programs offerred by the Jnan Chandra Ghosh Polytechnic College is INR 1800.