Diploma in Pharmacy
course code
Start date
27 September 2026
Study location
NGI
Qualification
10+2
Department
Department of Pharmacy
Duration
2 years
Course overview
The D.Pharm is a two-year diploma program that provides students with a comprehensive education in pharmaceutical sciences. This program is designed to prepare students for a career as a pharmacist, with a focus on the practical application of pharmaceutical knowledge.
The curriculum is designed to provide students with a strong foundation including a wide range of subjects, including Pharmaceutics, Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Pharmacology, Pharmacognosy, and the program includes extensive practical training in laboratories, hospitals, and community pharmacies, allowing students to gain hands-on experience.
The D.Pharm program equips students with the necessary knowledge and skills to work as pharmacists in various healthcare settings, contributing to the safe and effective use of medications. Graduates of the D.Pharm program play a crucial role in the pharmaceutical industry and healthcare sector.
Admission Eligibility
- Candidates must have passed the 10+2 examination or its equivalent in the science stream from a recognized board, with Physics, Chemistry, and either Biology or Mathematics as compulsory subjects.
- Candidates should have obtained a minimum of 50% marks in the aggregate for general category and 45% marks for reserved category candidates (SC/ST).
- English must have been studied as one of the compulsory subjects in the 10+2 examination.
- Candidates should complete the age of 17 years on or before 31st December of the year of admission.
Job opportunities for D.Pharm students:
- Pharmacist: D.Pharm graduates can work as pharmacists in community pharmacies, hospitals, clinics, and other healthcare settings.
- Medical Transcriptionist: D.Pharm graduates can work as medical transcriptionists, converting voice-recorded reports into written documents.
- Pathological Lab Scientist: D.Pharm graduates can work as pathological lab scientists, conducting tests and analyzing samples to help diagnose and treat diseases.
- Clinical Research Associate (CRA): D.Pharm graduates can work as clinical research associates, monitoring clinical trials and ensuring compliance with regulations.
- Production Executive: D.Pharm graduates can work as production executives, managing the production of pharmaceutical products and ensuring quality standards are met.
- Hospital Pharmacist: Working in hospital settings, managing medication distribution and providing clinical pharmacy services.
These are just a few examples of the many job opportunities available to D.Pharm students and also can find employment in various settings, including hospitals, pharmacies, pharmaceutical companies, research organizations, and government agencies.
Modules
The Diploma in Pharmacy (D.Pharm) is a two‑year program designed to provide foundational knowledge and practical skills in pharmaceutical sciences. In the first year, students study Pharmaceutics I, Pharmaceutical Chemistry I, Pharmacognosy, Biochemistry and Clinical Pathology, and Human Anatomy and Physiology.
Fees and funding
| Category | Income Limit | Max Reimbursement |
|---|---|---|
| General / OBC / Minority | ₹ 2.0 LPA | ₹ 50,000 |
| SC / ST | ₹ 2.5 LPA | ₹ 84,930 |
Mandatory Requirements: Eligibility 60% in last qualifying examination | Min. 75% attendance | Valid JEE Mains/CUET qualification | Documents: Income, Caste, Domicile (Tehsildar issued)
| Category | Income Limit | Max Reimbursement |
|---|---|---|
| General / OBC / Minority / SC / ST | ₹ 2.0 LPA | ₹ 14,775 |
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