B.Pharm at a glance
- B.Pharm stands for Bachelor of Pharmacy.
- Duration: 4 years; 3 years for D.Pharm holders (lateral entry).
- Eligibility: 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry and Maths or Biology.
- Entrance exams: MHT CET, CUET UG and WBJEE.
- 6 colleges on AdmissionChalo offer B.Pharm (0 government, 6 private) in 4 states.
- Listed fees: ₹1.2 L to ₹25 L; median ₹10 L.
- Average package across 5 colleges: about ₹9.25 L a year.
Table of contents
- B.Pharm in numbers
- B.Pharm highlights
- What is B.Pharm?
- B.Pharm, D.Pharm or Pharm.D?
- Types of B.Pharm
- B.Pharm admission 2027
- B.Pharm entrance exams
- B.Pharm specialisations
- B.Pharm syllabus
- B.Pharm fees
- Top B.Pharm colleges
- NIRF ranking 2025
- Colleges by state and city
- Salary and placements
- B.Pharm scholarships
- Top rated by students
- Career after B.Pharm
- FAQs
B.Pharm in numbers
Worked out from the 6 B.Pharm colleges listed on AdmissionChalo. Numbers update as colleges add their data.
B.Pharm course highlights 2027
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Full form | Bachelor of Pharmacy |
| Course level | Undergraduate (Pharmacy) |
| Duration | 4 years; 3 years for D.Pharm holders (lateral entry) |
| Eligibility | 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry and Maths or Biology |
| Entrance exams | MHT CET, CUET UG, WBJEE |
| Admission | State CETs, CUET UG, university tests or Class 12 merit |
| Course fees | ₹1.2 L to ₹25 L (median ₹10 L, from 3 colleges) |
| Approved by | Pharmacy Council of India (PCI) |
| Specialisations | B.Pharm, Lateral Entry, B.Pharm (Ayurveda) |
| Average package | ₹9.25 L (across 5 colleges) |
| Job profiles | Production / QA / QC executive, Medical representative, Regulatory affairs associate, Drug inspector (government) |
| Starting salary | ₹2.5 L to ₹6 L a year |
| Top recruiters | Adobe, Infosys, IBM, TCS, Microsoft, Amazon |
| Colleges listed | 6 colleges (0 government, 6 private) |
What is B.Pharm?
B.Pharm (Bachelor of Pharmacy) is a four-year degree about medicines: how they are made, tested, stored and used safely. Graduates can register as pharmacists and work in drug companies, hospitals and regulatory bodies.
B.Pharm, D.Pharm or Pharm.D?
D.Pharm is a 2-year diploma that lets you run a chemist shop. B.Pharm is the full degree with industry and research options. Pharm.D is a 6-year clinical course focused on hospital practice.
Types of B.Pharm courses
B.Pharm is offered in 2 formats. Pick one by your stage: fresh after the qualifying exam, working, or looking for flexible hours.
| Type | Duration | Eligibility | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| B.Pharm | 4 years | 10+2 PCM or PCB | Students after Class 12 |
| B.Pharm lateral entry | 3 years | D.Pharm | D.Pharm holders, join in the second year |
B.Pharm admission 2027: eligibility and process
Full admission guideEligibility
- Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry and Maths or Biology, and English.
- Most colleges ask for 45% to 60%.
Admission routes
- State exams such as MHT CET, KCET, AP/TG EAPCET, WBJEE
- CUET UG for central and some private universities
- University tests or Class 12 merit at many private colleges
B.Pharm entrance exams 2027
All exams3 exams lead to B.Pharm seats. CUET UG is accepted by the most colleges listed here (1). Dates come from each exam page and change as soon as the conducting body announces them.
| Exam | Exam date | Result | Conducted by | Colleges accepting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MHT CET | To be announced | - | - | - |
| CUET UG | To be announced | - | - | 1 college |
| WBJEE | To be announced | - | - | - |
B.Pharm specialisations
All specialisationsB.Pharm
4 years₹50,000 to 2.5 lakh a year10+2 PCM/PCB
6 colleges offer itB.Pharm Lateral Entry
3 yearsD.Pharm
1 college offer itB.Pharm (Ayurveda)
4 years10+2 PCB
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Specialisations offered by B.Pharm colleges
These are the B.Pharm specialisations listed by colleges on AdmissionChalo, with the number of colleges offering each.
- Pharmacy (2)
- B.Pharm (Hons.) — Pilani and Hyderabad only (1)
- Pharmaceutical Sciences (1)
B.Pharm syllabus and subjects
Semester-wise syllabus| Area | Subjects |
|---|---|
| Chemistry | Pharmaceutical Organic and Inorganic Chemistry, Medicinal Chemistry |
| Pharmaceutics | Dosage forms, formulation, industrial pharmacy |
| Pharmacology | How drugs act on the body, toxicology |
| Pharmacognosy | Medicines from plants and natural sources |
| Practice | Hospital and clinical pharmacy, quality assurance, regulatory affairs |
B.Pharm fees 2027
Fee detailsOf the 3 colleges that list a B.Pharm fee on AdmissionChalo, the lowest is ₹1.2 L at Lloyd School of Pharmacy and the highest is ₹25 L at Birla Institute of Technology and Science, Pilani. Half of them charge less than ₹10 L.
Government colleges
Not enough data yet
Private colleges
₹1.2 L to ₹25 L
from 3 colleges
All colleges (median)
₹10 L
from 3 colleges
How many colleges fall in each fee range
Tap a range to see those colleges. Some colleges list a yearly fee and others the full course fee, so check the college page before you apply.
| College type | Approx. tuition per year |
|---|---|
| Government colleges | ₹10,000 to 70,000 |
| Private colleges | ₹80,000 to 2.5 lakh |
Fee and salary figures are rough ranges seen across colleges in recent years. Check each college's current fee sheet before you decide.
B.Pharm fees at top colleges
| College | Course fee | Hostel | Type | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Birla Institute of Technology and Science, Pilani | ~₹25 L tuition (4 yrs) | - | Private | Fee structure |
| Manipal University Jaipur | ₹10.00 L (4 yrs) | Check official portal | Private | Fee structure |
| Lloyd School of Pharmacy | ₹1,20,000 a year (about ₹5 lakh total) | - | Private | Fee structure |
Top B.Pharm colleges in India 2027
All 6 colleges1 of the 6 colleges have a NIRF Pharmacy rank, so they come first; the rest follow by student reviews. Use Apply or Brochure to get admission details from a counsellor.
NIRF Pharmacy ranking 2025: top B.Pharm colleges
Full ranking| Rank | Institute | City | Score | vs 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jamia Hamdard | New Delhi, Delhi | 86.59 | - |
| 2 | Birla Institute of Technology & Science -Pilani | Pilani, Rajasthan | 82.28 | - |
| 3 | Panjab University | Chandigarh, Chandigarh | 76.39 | - |
| 4 | JSS College of Pharmacy | Ooty, Tamil Nadu | 76.14 | - |
| 5 | National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research Hyderabad | Hyderabad, Telangana | 75.64 | - |
| 6 | Institute of Chemical Technology | Mumbai, Maharashtra | 74.77 | - |
| 7 | JSS College of Pharmacy | Mysore, Karnataka | 73.38 | - |
| 8 | Manipal College of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Manipal | Udupi, Karnataka | 73.25 | - |
| 9 | National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research Mohali | Mohali, Punjab | 70.96 | - |
| 10 | S.R.M. Institute of Science and Technology | Chennai, Tamil Nadu | 70.84 | - |
Source: NIRF 2025, Ministry of Education. Institutes link to their AdmissionChalo page when listed.
B.Pharm colleges by state and city
B.Pharm colleges on AdmissionChalo are spread across 4 states and 5 cities. Rajasthan has the most with 2, followed by Uttar Pradesh (2) and Andhra Pradesh (1).
| State | Colleges | Govt / Private | Fee range | Top college |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rajasthan | 2 | 0 / 2 | ₹10 L to ₹25 L | BITS Pilani |
| Uttar Pradesh | 2 | 0 / 2 | ₹1.2 L | GNIOT |
| Andhra Pradesh | 1 | 0 / 1 | - | KL University, Guntur (KLU / KLEF) |
| Tamil Nadu | 1 | 0 / 1 | - | Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology (SIST / Sathyabama University) |
B.Pharm colleges by city
B.Pharm salary and placements
Career guide5 colleges publish an average package; some of these figures cover all programmes of the college, not only B.Pharm. Across them it comes to about ₹9.25 L a year. The best average is at Birla Institute of Technology and Science, Pilani (₹19.05 LPA). The highest single offer reported is ₹42 LPA at Manipal University Jaipur.
| College | Average package | Highest package | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Birla Institute of Technology and Science, Pilani | ₹19.05 LPA(all courses) | - | Placement report |
| KL University (Koneru Lakshmaiah Education Foundation) | ₹7.98 LPA(all courses) | ₹33 LPA | Placement report |
| Greater Noida Institute of Technology | ₹7.75 LPA(all courses) | ₹27.61 LPA | Placement report |
| Manipal University Jaipur | ₹6 LPA(all courses) | ₹42 LPA | Placement report |
| Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology | ₹5.45 LPA(all courses) | ₹41.20 LPA | Placement report |
Taken from each college's latest placement data on AdmissionChalo. "All courses" means the college publishes one figure for every programme, not a separate B.Pharm figure.
Job profiles and starting salary
| Job profile | Typical starting salary (approx.) |
|---|---|
| Production / QA / QC executive | ₹2.5 lakh to ₹5 lakh a year |
| Medical representative | ₹3 lakh to ₹6 lakh a year plus incentives |
| Regulatory affairs associate | ₹3 lakh to ₹6 lakh a year |
| Drug inspector (government) | ₹6 lakh to ₹9 lakh a year |
| Clinical research associate | ₹3 lakh to ₹6 lakh a year |
Salaries vary with college, city, skills and the company. Use these as a rough guide.
Top recruiters for B.Pharm graduates
- Adobe (4 colleges)
- Infosys (4 colleges)
- IBM (4 colleges)
- TCS (4 colleges)
- Microsoft (3 colleges)
- Amazon (3 colleges)
- Wipro (3 colleges)
- Capgemini (3 colleges)
- Google (2 colleges)
- Nvidia (2 colleges)
- HCL (2 colleges)
- KPMG (2 colleges)
- Accenture (2 colleges)
- Bosch (2 colleges)
- Cognizant (2 colleges)
- Tech Mahindra (2 colleges)
- Deloitte (2 colleges)
- Intel
Counted from the recruiter lists on college placement pages.
Scholarships at B.Pharm colleges
4 colleges offering B.Pharm list at least one scholarship. These are the main ones; most depend on your entrance score or Class 12 marks.
| College | Scholarship | Benefit | Who can get it |
|---|---|---|---|
| BITS Pilani | Tuition-Blind Scheme (Top 500 BITSAT rankers) | 100% tuition waiver, all 4 years | Top 500 BITSAT rank Institute-wide; family income up to ₹20 L; CGPA ≥ 7.5 to continue |
| KL University, Guntur (KLU / KLEF) | KLEEE Merit Scholarship | 10% – 100% of the merit fee component (not necessarily full tuition) | Strong KLEEE rank (reported cutoff considerably tighter than rank 41,130, which one source states is not eligible) |
| Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology (SIST / Sathyabama University) | SAEEE Merit Scholarship | Full or partial tuition-fee waiver for top rank-holders/high scorers | Strong SAEEE rank or academic excellence in the qualifying exam |
| Manipal University Jaipur (MUJ) | Merit Scholarship (Class 12 / MET rank based) | Published fresh each admission cycle | Varies by programme and cycle |
Top rated B.Pharm colleges by students
- Lloyd School of PharmacyGreater Noida4.4
- Birla Institute of Technology and Science, PilaniPilani,Goa,Hyderabad4.3
- Sathyabama Institute of Science and TechnologyChennai · 944 reviews4.1
- Manipal University JaipurJaipur4.1
- KL University (Koneru Lakshmaiah Education Foundation)Vaddeswaram,Guntur4.0
- Greater Noida Institute of TechnologyGreater Noida3.9
Career and scope after B.Pharm
- Production, quality control or quality assurance in pharma companies
- Medical representative and sales
- Hospital or community pharmacist
- Drug inspector through state exams
- M.Pharm through GPAT, or MBA in pharma management
Freshers usually start at ₹2.5 to 5 lakh a year in industry roles.
Fee and salary figures are rough ranges seen across colleges in recent years. Check each college's current fee sheet before you decide.
B.Pharm FAQs
All FAQsCan a Maths student do B.Pharm?
Yes. Both PCM and PCB students are eligible.
Does the college need PCI approval?
Yes. Join only a college approved by the Pharmacy Council of India, or you cannot register as a pharmacist.
Is B.Pharm 4 years?
Yes, eight semesters. D.Pharm holders can join the second year.
Which exam is needed for M.Pharm?
GPAT is the main exam for M.Pharm admission and scholarships.
Can I open a pharmacy after B.Pharm?
Yes, after registering with your State Pharmacy Council and getting a drug licence.
How many B.Pharm colleges are there on AdmissionChalo?
6 colleges in 4 states offer B.Pharm: 0 government and 6 private. Rajasthan has the most, with 2.
What is the fee for B.Pharm in India?
Among colleges that list a B.Pharm fee, it runs from ₹1.2 L to ₹25 L, and half of them charge less than ₹10 L. Private colleges: ₹1.2 L to ₹25 L. Some colleges list a yearly fee and others the full course fee.
Which is the best B.Pharm college in India as per NIRF 2025?
Jamia Hamdard is ranked 1 in the NIRF Pharmacy ranking 2025, followed by Birla Institute of Technology & Science -Pilani and Panjab University.
Which entrance exams are accepted for B.Pharm admission?
The main exams are MHT CET, CUET UG and WBJEE. CUET UG is accepted by the most colleges listed here (1).
What is the average package after B.Pharm?
5 colleges on AdmissionChalo publish an average package (some figures cover all programmes of the college). Across them it is about ₹9.25 L a year. The best average is at Birla Institute of Technology and Science, Pilani (₹19.05 LPA).
Do B.Pharm colleges offer scholarships?
Yes. 4 colleges on AdmissionChalo list scholarships for B.Pharm. For example, Birla Institute of Technology and Science, Pilani offers 100% tuition waiver, all 4 years (Top 500 BITSAT rank Institute-wide; family income up to ₹20 L; CGPA ≥ 7.5 to continue).
Which B.Pharm college has the lowest fee?
Among colleges that list a fee, Lloyd School of Pharmacy has the lowest at ₹1,20,000 a year (about ₹5 lakh total). Check what the fee covers (tuition only or the full course) on the college page.
Not sure which B.Pharm college fits your score and budget?
Talk to a counsellor for a free shortlist with fees, cut-offs and scholarships.