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Loveleen Choudhury

Contributor-Level 10

To register with the State Pharmacy Council after D Pharma, candidates can follow the steps below:

  • Collect Your Documents: You need your D Pharma mark sheets, internship certificate, ID proof, and passport-size photographs.

  • Fill the Application Form: Visit your State Pharmacy Council's website or office and fill the pharmacist registration form.

  • Submit and Pay the Fees: Submit the form with all documents, pay the registration fee, and attend any document verification if required. You'll receive your pharmacist registration number once approved.

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Parul Thapa

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The common challenges that students face during the D Pharma course are:

  • Heavy Practical Workload: Students often find it challenging to balance theory classes and lab work, especially during exam time.

  • Limited Exposure to Industry: Compared to B Pharma, D Pharma offers fewer opportunities for industrial visits or hands-on industry training.

  • Understanding Medical Terminology: Students may struggle with learning drug names, interactions, and clinical terminology, especially in the first year.

  • Licensing and Career Clarity: Many students are confused about registration processes, career scope, and higher study options after the course.

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Jaya Shukla

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Candidates can check the difference below:

Feature

D Pharma

B Pharma

Course Duration

2 years + 3 months internship

4 years (8 semesters)

Level

Diploma-level course

Undergraduate degree

Eligibility

10+2 with PCB/PCM

10+2 with PCB/PCM

Career Scope

Entry-level jobs like pharmacist, retail

Broader scope in pharma companies, R&D, QC

Higher Studies

Can pursue D Pharma after D Pharma

Can pursue M Pharma, MBA, etc.

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Aishwarya Rai

Contributor-Level 10

Yes, holders of a D Pharma can look into entry-level opportunities in drug regulatory affairs or medical billing, though, these areas might require further certification.

In drug regulatory there might be jobs dealing with documentation, compliance, and in billing, you'll be putting both prescriptions and medical codes together for claims. Specialized training can also help employability in these areas.

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Mamona Jain

Contributor-Level 10

D Pharma graduates are eligible to apply for government pharmacist jobs. Government pharmacist jobs in hospitals, railways, defence and public health departments require D Pharma graduates to pass an examination conducted by the recruiting agency which may be either state or central government. A registered pharmacist in the State Pharmacy Council is needed to apply.

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Nishtha Chatterjee

Contributor-Level 10

Mathematics is not considered a core subject in D Pharma. However, it is good to have a basic knowledge of math. You will need mathematics to handle pharmaceutical calculations when looking at dosages and measurements. 

Students that have the background of PCM or PCB in 12th grade are eligible for D Pharma. Additionally, students in most colleges will stress basic math somewhere in the course.

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Yatendra Pradhan

Contributor-Level 10

In a hospital pharmacy, typically D Pharma graduates work with the healthcare team, manage in-patient medication usage, and must adhere to very strict protocol. In a community pharmacy setting, however, you directly work with the general public, fill prescriptions, and offer limited health advice. 

In short, the differences in the work setting, the patients themselves, and what the responsibilities are vast.

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Mani Sahni

Contributor-Level 10

Certainly, D Pharma graduates can work as medical representatives in pharma companies.

As a medial representative, you will be promoting medicines and healthcare products to doctors, pharmacists, and healthcare providers such as hospitals and clinics. To thrive in this position - excellent communication skills and sound knowledge of drug informations is key.

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Parul Shukla

Contributor-Level 10

Yes, D Pharma holders can pursue jobs with pharmaceutical companies in positions such as production assistants, quality control analysts, or packaging supervisors.

Although the majority of positions prefer candidates who hold B Pharma, D Pharma holders qualify for entry level positions, especially in manufacturing, warehouse management or related sales departments.

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Kanishk Shukla

Contributor-Level 10

Yes, D Pharma is an accepted qualification to become a registered pharmacist in India.

After you complete your course, you have to register with the respective State Pharmacy Council. Once registered, you are legally allowed to work as a pharmacist in retail, hospital, or community pharmacies.

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