The Diploma in Pharmacy (D.Pharma) is a 2-year full-time programme approved by the Pharmacy Council of India (PCI) and the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE). It is designed to prepare students with the knowledge, practical skills, and professional ethics required to work as registered pharmacists.
Students who complete the D.Pharma programme are eligible to register with the State Pharmacy Council and practice as licensed pharmacists in hospitals, community pharmacies, pharmaceutical companies, and other healthcare settings.
The D.Pharma programme is spread over two academic years with practical and theoretical components in each semester.
| # | Subject | Type |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pharmaceutics - I | Theory |
| 2 | Pharmaceutical Chemistry - I | Theory |
| 3 | Pharmacognosy | Theory |
| 4 | Biochemistry & Clinical Pathology | Theory |
| 5 | Human Anatomy & Physiology | Theory |
| 6 | Health Education & Community Pharmacy | Theory |
| - | Pharmaceutics - I Practical | Practical |
| - | Pharmaceutical Chemistry - I Practical | Practical |
| - | Pharmacognosy Practical | Practical |
| - | Biochemistry & Clinical Pathology Practical | Practical |
| - | Human Anatomy & Physiology Practical | Practical |
| # | Subject | Type |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pharmaceutics - II | Theory |
| 2 | Pharmaceutical Chemistry - II | Theory |
| 3 | Pharmacology & Toxicology | Theory |
| 4 | Pharmaceutical Jurisprudence | Theory |
| 5 | Drug Store & Business Management | Theory |
| 6 | Hospital & Clinical Pharmacy | Theory |
| - | Pharmaceutics - II Practical | Practical |
| - | Pharmaceutical Chemistry - II Practical | Practical |
| - | Pharmacology & Toxicology Practical | Practical |
| - | Drug Store Management Practical | Practical |
| - | Hospital & Clinical Pharmacy Practical | Practical |
Passed 10+2 (Intermediate) examination with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology (PCB) or Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics (PCM) as main subjects from a recognized board.
Minimum 50% aggregate marks in 10+2 (45% for SC/ST/OBC candidates as per UP government norms).
Minimum age of 17 years at the time of admission as required by the Pharmacy Council of India.
Admission based on merit in qualifying examination. Candidates may also apply through JEECUP (Joint Entrance Examination Council, UP).
Check that you meet the educational and age requirements for D.Pharma admission.
Call or visit us at Kota, Hathras to get the admission form and information brochure.
Fill the application form and submit with required documents including mark sheets, certificates, and photographs.
Pay the admission fee and complete the registration process to confirm your seat.
A D.Pharma qualification opens doors to a wide range of rewarding career opportunities in the healthcare and pharmaceutical industries.
Register with the State Pharmacy Council and work as a licensed pharmacist in retail or community pharmacies.
Join the government sector as a Drug Inspector responsible for enforcing the Drugs and Cosmetics Act.
Work in hospitals and clinical settings, managing drug dispensing, patient counselling, and medication reviews.
Work in R&D departments of pharmaceutical companies in drug formulation and quality assurance roles.
Join pharmaceutical manufacturing units in production, quality control, and regulatory affairs departments.
Become an entrepreneur by opening your own licensed medical store or pharmacy outlet and serve your community.