D. Pharm (Diploma in Pharmacy)
The research-centred course curriculum emphasizes on the technical and practical aspects of the design and manufacture of medicines. The candidates are provided a strong foundation in the latest methods of production of medicines, different modes of drug delivery, product upgrade, analytical techniques, applications and dose selection. It is an interdisciplinary subject involving the application of chemistry, biology and technology in making drugs from natural and chemical substances, methods of delivering drugs into the body, positive effects and side-effects of drugs and research for better improved medication. Topics included in the course are modern analytical techniques, drug delivery, regulatory affairs, nanotechnology, biopharmaceuticals, pharmacokinetics and cosmeceuticals. Candidates will have diverse knowledge about the preparation of medicines, diet required for different medications, laboratory testing and research of novel medications and methods of analysis of different drugs. Skills like analytical reasoning, presentation, computers, decision-making, problem-solving and entrepreneurship are enhanced through dissertations, projects, internships and viva voce included in this course.
| Duration | 2 years |
|---|---|
| Level | DipProgramme |
| Mode of Admission | Merit /Management |
| Fee Detail | Merit Quota Seats :- Rs.50,000 to Rs.750,000 |
| Management Quota Seats :- Rs.75,000 to Rs.1,50,000 | |
| Admission Process |
Merit- Students looking for merit seat can apply for BEAD for merit listing. Management- Students looking for Management seats can go for Direct Admission. |
List of Top D.Pharm Colleges in Bangalore
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Vydehi Institute of Pharmacy
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Course name: D Pharm
Affiliations: Board Of Examination Authority Pharmacy
Eligibility: A candidate should pass with Physics, Chemistry, Maths (PCM) or Biology (PCB) in any of the following examinations. 1. Intermediate Examination in Science. 2. 10+2 examination (academic stream) in Science. 3. The first year of the three year degree course in Science. 4. Pre degree examination or PUC(Pre - University Course in Science). 5. PCM/PCB/PCMB or Any other qualification approved by the Pharmacy Council of India as equivalent to any of the above examinations.
Duration: 2 years, Full Time, Diploma Programme
Campus Location: 82 EPIP Area, Whitefield, Bangalore - 560 066, Karnataka - INDIA
Distance:
The College is well connected to Air, Railways and Bus
Distance from Airport is 40.4 km
Distance from Bangalore central Railways(Majestic) is 22.2 km -
Acharya and B.M. Reddy College of Pharmacy
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Course name: D Pharm
Affiliations: Board Of Examination Authority Pharmacy
Eligibility: Pass in 10+2 / ‘A’ Level or its equivalent from any Board or Council with Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics and Biology / Zoology.
Duration: 2 years, Full Time, graduate Programme
Campus Location: Acharya Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan Road Acharya PO, Soladevanahalli Bangalore-560 107, India
Distance:
- The College is well connected to Bus stations, airport and railway station
- Distance from airport is 35.6 km
- Distance from Central bangalore Railway Station(SBC) is 21.8 km
- Distance from Yeswanthpur Railway Station is 14.5 km
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T John College of Pharmacy
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Course name: D Pharm
Affiliations: Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Science (RGUHS)
Eligibility: Candidates who have passed two years P.U.C Examination of Karnataka P.U.C Board or any equivalent examination of any other approved Board or university with not less than 40% marks in any combination comprising P.C.M or P.C.B (minimum eligibility should be based on the aggregate of P.C.M. or P.C.B) or P.C.M..B, PC and computer Sciences, P.C and Electronic
Duration: 2 Years, Full time, Graduation Programme
Campus Location: 88/1, Bannerghatta Main Road, Gottigere, Bangalore, Karnataka, India - 560 083.
Distance:
- Distance from Bangalore Airport to College: 67.6 km
- Distance from City Railway station to College:29.6 km
- Distance from City Bus stand to College: 30.3 km
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East Point College Of Pharmacy
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Course name: D Pharm
Affiliations: Board Of Examination Authority Pharmacy
Eligibility: Candidates who have passed two years P.U.C Examination of Karnataka P.U.C Board or any equivalent examination of any other approved Board or university with not less than 40% marks in any combination comprising P.C.M or P.C.B (minimum eligibility should be based on the aggregate of P.C.M. or P.C.B) or P.C.M..B, PC and computer Sciences, P.C and Electronic
Duration: 2 years, Full Time, Diploma Programme
Campus Location: Jnana Prabha, East Point Campus, Virgo Nagar Post, Avalahalli, Bengaluru-560049, Karnataka
Distance:
East Point College of Engineering & Technology is in Bangalore, which is one of the most comfortable cities to dwell in. It is well connected by road, rail and air.
Distance from Majestic(Central Railway Station(SBC))- 24.4 Km
Distance From Kempegowda International Airport- 26.5 km -
Hillside College of Pharmacy and Research Centre
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Course name: D Pharm
Affiliations: Board Of Examination Authority Pharmacy
Eligibility: In order to be admitted to this course you should have passed your plus 2 level in the Science stream. The degree obtained should be from a recognized board with a minimum pass marks attained individually in Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics respectively. Minimum aggregate marks received by the students should be 45%. 10+2 passed with Science stream subjects (PCB or M) from a recognized board is the minimum educational qualification required (in some institutes, PCB subjects are mandatory). Minimum aggregate marks required may vary from one institute to another. It could be anywhere between 45-60% marks (in main science subjects).
Duration: 2 Years, Full time, Diploma Programme
Campus Location: # 9, Raghuvanahalli, Gubbalala Cross, Kanakapura Main Road, Bangalore-560062, Karnataka, India.
Distance:
The College is well connected to Air, Railways and Bus
Distance from Airport is 48 km
Distance from Bangalore central Railways(Majestic) is 18.6 km -
Harsha College of Pharmacy
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Course name: D Pharm
Affiliations: Board Of Examination Authority Pharmacy
Eligibility: Passed +2 with (Optional Subject Physics Chemistry & Biology or Botany, Zoology minimum pass)
Duration: 2 Years, Full time, Diploma Programme
Campus Location: No. 193/4,Sondekoppa Circle,Nelamangala, Bengaluru, Karnataka 562123
Distance:
The college is well connected to Air, Bus and Railways
The distance from Kempegowda international Airport is 42.9 km
The distance from Bangalore Central Railway Station(SBC/Majestic) is 26.2 km -
Krupanidhi College of Pharmacy
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Course name: D Pharm
Affiliations: Board Of Examination Authority Pharmacy
Eligibility: A pass in any of the following exam with Physics, Chemistry and Biology / Mathematics PUC / 10 + 2 / PDC / Intermediate / Higher Sec. exam in Science Vocational course with Physics, Chemistry & Biology / Mathematics conducted by Government of Kerala only. Age minimum 17 years.
Duration: 2 Years, Full time, Diploma Programme
Campus Location: 12/1, Chikka Bellandur, Carmelaram Post, Varthur Hobli, off Sarjapur Road, Bangalore – 560 035
Distance:
The college is well connected to Air, Bus and Railways
The distance from Kempegowda international Airport is 45.5 km
The distance from Bangalore Central Railway Station(SBC/Majestic) is 22 km -
Al Ameen College of Pharmacy
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Course name: D Pharm
Affiliations: Board Of Examination Authority Pharmacy
Eligibility: Minimum qualification for admission to Diploma in Pharmacy part-I course — A pass in any of the following examinations with Physics, Chemistry and Biology or Mathematics. Intermediate examination in Science; The first year of the three-year degree course in Science, 10+2 examination (academic stream) in Science; Pre-degree examination; Any other qualification approved by the Pharmacy Council of India as equivalent to any of the above examination.
Duration: 2 years, Full Time, Diploma Programme
Campus Location: Hosur Road, (Near Lal bagh Main Gate), Bangalore- 560 027, Karanataka, India.
Distance:
- The college is well connected to Air, Bus and Railways
- The distance from Kempegowda international Airport is 38.6 km
- The distance from Bangalore Central Railway Station(SBC/Majestic) is 5.9 km
List of D Pharm colleges
Career Scope of D.Pharm
Career opportunities are available in healthcare centres, chemist shops, drug control administration units, hospitals and colleges/universities. Potential career roles:
- Teacher/Professor/Lecturer
- Research Associate
- Pharmacist
- Pharmacologist
- Medical Transcriptionist
- Health Care Unit Manager
- Lab Technician
- Drug Inspector
- Drug Regulator
- Quality Assurance Inspector
- Business Development Executive
- Medical Coder
- Clinical Data Manager
- Clinical Research Coordinator
- Pharmaceutical Validation Analyst
- Dispensary Manager
- Medicines Safety Manager
Placements for D.Pharm
Popular Recruiters:
- Schools/Colleges
- Research Institutions
- Lupin
- Cipla Inc.
- Piramal
- Biocon
- Sun Pharmaceuticals
- Aurobindo Pharma
- Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories
- Pfizer
- GlaxoSmithKline
- Johnson and Johnson
- Amgen
- Merck
- AstraZeneca
- Novartis
- Syngene
- Glenmark Pharma
- Zydus Cadila
- Novo Nordisk Inc.
- GVK Bio
question_answer FAQ's for D.Pharm Admissions
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What is PCI?
Pharmacy Council of India (PCI) is the regulatory body of Pharmacy education in India and only those institutes approved by the PCI under Section 12 (1) of the Pharmacy Act, 1948 can offer Pharmacy courses. -
Which are the best colleges for D.Pharm in Bangalore?
The list of top D Pharm colleges in Bangalore is given above. Candidates can choose from the list according to their budget and qualifying marks.
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How to get direct admission for D.Pharm in Bangalore?
Most of the colleges in Bangalore offer NRI/management quota seats and the students can contact the respective college management for getting admission. -
What is the eligibility for D.Pharm in Bangalore?
40% marks in PUC/10+2 or equivalent in science stream with PCB/M (physics, chemistry, and biology/mathematics) subjects and English as one of the subject. The applicant should have completed 17 years of age at the time of admission. -
What is the job Prospect of D.Pharm?
Depending on the taste and need of the candidate options are available in higher studies or career. B Pharm, Ayurveda Pharmacy, and a lot of specializations such as Nuclear Pharmacy& Pharmacotherapy are open for further studies. Private and public sector jobs are available plenty as chemist/pharmacist, medical representatives, etc..
Completion of D. Pharm opens the door to a registered pharmacist at hospitals or community pharmacies dispensing drugs and pharmaceuticals. In India it is compulsory to have at least one qualified & registered pharmacist in drug stores. On completion of D. Pharm one has to do the required pharmacy council registration to become a registered pharmacist. After D. Pharm from recognized colleges, lateral entry is allowed to B. Pharm course.
