Annamalai University

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After completing DPharm from Annamalai University, students can pursue various jobs such as Laboratory Assistants, Pharmaceutical Executives, Medical Representatives, Scientific Officers, and more. Generally, fresh DPharm graduates can expect to start with a salary in the range of INR 3 LPA to INR 4 LPA.

However, this is an estimate. The starting salary may vary from student to student depending on knowledge and skill level. The below table contains some of the prospective job profiles and respective average salaries after completing DPharm degree:

Annamalai University offers a comprehensive DPharm programme for a duration of two years. Under this course, the university offers a total of 60 seats. This implies that a total of 60 students can pursue the course in a single academic year. To get a seat, students must apply for the course at the official website of the university.

To get a DPharm seat at Annamalai University, students can start by applying for the course. The application process is conducted online. After that, students who are shortlisted by the admission committee must participate in the subsequent counselling process. The seats are allocated to registered students based on their performance in the qualifying exam and the university's seat intake.

Annamalai University admits candidates to its DPharm course based on fulfillment of eligibility and selection criteria. Candidates who meet the eligibility criteria can apply for the course at the university’s official website.

After the application stage, the university begins with the selection process. Students are selected based on the merits obtained in the last qualifying exam. At last, the selected candidates must make the payment of the Annamalai University DPharm fee to secure admission.

Yes, students completing their DPharm degrees from AU can explore various job opportunities in the government sector. After graduation, they can apply for job titles such as Pharmacists in the Indian Armed Forces, government hospitals, and such.

Students can also find vacancies in government-run drug manufacturing units, or regulatory bodies like the Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO). The below table contains a list of different government jobs available after completing DPharm:

The syllabus of the DPharm course offered at Annamalai University aims to make students understand the various facets of Pharmacy. Listed below are some of the core subjects included in the curriculum:

• Human Anatomy and Physiology
• Pathophysiology
• Biochemistry
• Biochemistry & Clinical Pathology
• Health Education & Community Pharmacy
• Pharmaceutical Jurisprudence
• Drugs Store & Business Management
• Hospital & Clinical Pharmacy

Yes, AU DPharm curriculum comprises various practical subjects to help students gain hands on experience. The final examination for these papers consists of a viva-voce (oral) examination. Some of the practical subjects included in the curriculum are:

• Communication Anatomy and Physiology
• Pharmaceutical Inorganic Chemistry
• Communication skills
• Remedial Biology
• Pharmaceutical Analysis

At the time of applying for the AU DPharm course, students must upload scanned copies of certain documents. Following is a list of documents to keep ready beforehand for a smooth application process:

• Photograph affixed on the application form
• Photocopy of Class 12 marksheet
• Photocopy of the transfer certificate
• Photocopy of Class 10 marksheet
• Photocopy of Permanent Community Certificate Card for ST, SC, SCA, MBC & DNC, BC, BCM obtained from the competent authority
• Photocopy of Nativity Certificate (if applicable)