Pharmacy Education Basic Requirements and Admission process

The basic requirement for a candidate for pharmacy education is to clear their 10+2 examinations with a minimum of 50% marks from a recognised junior college. You can then enroll for a diploma in pharmacy or pursue a bachelor's degree in pharmacy.

APPLYING TO A PHARMACY  PROGRAM

Applying to a pharmacy program needs some general steps here you can take to start the process

1. RESEARCH COLLEGES : 

Research and gather information about the different pharmacy colleges and programs that meet your needs and preferences. Consider factors such as location, program duration, cost, class size, and campus resources.

2. MEET ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS: 

Most pharmacy programs require applicants to have a high school and PUC / Inter (10+ 2), that is PUC Science or Inter with Biology Physics and chemistry with a minimum marks of 50%.

3. SUBMIT AN APPLICATION: 

Once you have identified the programs you want to apply to, submit an application to each program according to their deadlines and requirements. Most applications require you to submit transcripts, test scores, personal statements, etc.

4. CHOOSE A PROGRAM: 

Compare programs to determine which one is the best fit for you. Consider factors such as program rankings, accreditation, curriculum, faculty, and student outcomes.

To apply for admission in a government pharmacy college, you would typically need to meet the eligibility criteria set by the college or university. Generally, you will need to have completed your higher secondary education, achieving a minimum percentage of marks in science subjects such as Physics, Chemistry, and Biology. Some colleges may also require you to pass an entrance exam with a specific score to be eligible for admission.

Here are the steps you can follow to apply for admission in a government pharmacy college:

1. Research and gather information about the different government pharmacy colleges and their admission criteria.

2. Check the official website of the college you wish to apply for and carefully read the admission guidelines and eligibility criteria.

3. Register yourself for the entrance examination (if required) and prepare well for it.

4. Fill in the application form with accurate details and submit it with the required documents before the deadline.

5. Check your application status regularly and keep following up with the college if necessary.

 Further, you need to research and apply to the colleges that offer Bachlor of pharmacy(B.Pharma), Doctor of pharmacy(Pharma D) and Diploma of pharmacy(D.Pharma) courses.

The admission process in different colleges may differ, and you may need to follow the specific guidelines for each college.

Some top pharmacy colleges in India includes:

1. Jamia Hamdard, New Delhi

2. National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research (NIPER), Mohali

3. Manipal College of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Manipal

4. JSS College of Pharmacy, Ooty

5. Bombay College of Pharmacy, Mumbai

6. Poona College of Pharmacy, Pune

7. Andhra University College of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Vishakhapatnam