Diploma in Pharmacy (D.Pharm.) – 2 Years
The Diploma in Pharmacy (D.Pharm.) is a two-year full-time academic programme structured to train students for professional practice in hospitals, community pharmacies, dispensaries, and various pharmaceutical settings under the guidance of a registered pharmacist.
The programme consists of two academic years, each with a minimum of 180 instructional days, followed by a mandatory practical training of at least 500 hours. This hands-on training is completed over a period of approximately three months in a PCI-approved Government Hospital, Dispensary, or Pharmacy.
Affiliation: Directorate of Medical Education (DME), Government of Tamil Nadu
Approval: Pharmacy Council of India (PCI), New Delhi
Recognition: Government of Tamil Nadu
Eligibility Criteria
For admission to D.Pharm.:
- Candidates must have passed the 10+2 examinationwith Physics, Chemistry, and Biology or Mathematics from a recognized board.
- Any equivalent qualification approved by the Pharmacy Council of Indiais also acceptable.
- Applicants must have completed 17 years of age on or before 31st December of the admission year.
Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm.) – 4 Years
Programme Description
The Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm.) is a four-year undergraduate degree programme designed to provide in-depth knowledge of pharmaceutical sciences along with practical and professional skills required in industry, healthcare, research, and regulatory sectors.
The curriculum integrates classroom instruction, laboratory experiments, industrial exposure, and project work, enabling students to develop a strong foundation for diverse career opportunities and higher studies in pharmacy.
Affiliation: The Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University, Chennai
Approval: Pharmacy Council of India (PCI), New Delhi
Eligibility Criteria
For admission to B.Pharm.:
- A pass in 10+2with Physics and Chemistry as mandatory subjects and Biology or Mathematics as one of the optional subjects.
- Candidates holding a Pharm qualification approved by PCIare eligible as per prevailing norms.
- Admissions are governed by University, PCI, and Government regulations in force at the time of admission.