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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WBJEE Counselling 2026 will be conducted in two rounds, namely Round 1 and Round 2, followed by the Defence quota counselling. 

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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National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research, Kolkata offer courses like M.Pharma with the stream of Medicine & Health Sciences. National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research, Kolkata offers specializations such as M.Pharma specializations in Pharmacology, Pharmaceutical.

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. 

JIS University offers UG programme in BTech, BSc, BPharma, BBA, BCA and others. The fee structure of the UG programme ranges INR 1.42 lakh- INR 24.66 lakh. The fee includes tuition fees, security fees, hostel fee and others. 

Sister Nivedita University offers seats in most of the programmes based on entrance-exam scores. SNUET is a common entrance exam conducted for all the UG & PG courses by the university. However, the university also accepts scores of national or state-level entrance exams such as WBJEE, GATE, etc. for specific programmes. Candidates must fulfil the basic eligibility requirements and qualify the respective entrance exams to confirm their admission.

At Techno India University of West Bangal, their motto is to create a progressive learning institution that goes beyond the barriers of nationality, language, cultural diversity and religion, where education and the pursuit of excellence are priority. The overall development of students, which enables them to succeed not only in their profession but in all areas of life, is the core of Techno India University of West Bangal. West Bengal Techno India University focuses on interdisciplinary research and projects to widen students horizons and enhance their experience in relevant subjects. Techno India University of West Bangla has a dedicated team of dedicated and persistent hardworking research scientists who are a great inspiration to our peers and junior high school students. Junior Research Fellows (JRFs), Senior Research Fellows (SRFs) and faculty members of Techno India University, West Bengal are working on prestigious projects funded by the Department of Science and Technology (DST) and the Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO).

According to NIRF report 2026, median package received during Adamas University Kolkata placements 2025 was between 3 LPA and 6 LPA. 363 students were placed and 859 students were selected for higher studies out of 1,333 graduating students in 2025.

Earlier,  the highest package offered during the placement drive 2024 was INR 100 LPA. Overall placement rate recorded was 97%. IT & Software along-with Healthcare Pharma & Life Science,  Heavy Engineering and Logistics & Supply Chain were among the top recruiting sectors.

School of Allied Health, Kolkata is a constitutent of the Bhawanipur Global Campus and is accredited by National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) with an 'A+' grade. NAAC is an autonomous body that evaluates and accredits institutions across India.

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.

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 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).

The Neotia University offers a range of merit-based as well as need-based scholarships and sponsorships to students. Some of the scholarships offered at TNU are Tejasvi Scholarship, Sarvodaya Scholarship, Mere Apne Scholarship, Sahodarya Scholarship and Cultural Scholarship, among others.

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

Amity University Kolkata applications are online. The following self-attested document should be attached/ uploaded along with the application form:

• Residence Certificate
• Caste Certificate
• Date of Birth Certificate
• Class X Mark sheet/Certificate

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.