Courses in India

A Bachelor of Pharmacy (abbreviated BPharm) is an undergraduate academic degree in the field of pharmacy. The degree is the basic prerequisite for registration to practice as a pharmacist in many countries. In some countries, it has been superseded by the Master of Pharmacy (MPharm) and Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degrees.

Pharmaceutical science deals with the development and preparation of drugs. A pharmacist works in research laboratories to develop new drugs from natural and synthetic sources, reduce the side effects of the drugs sold in the market and ensures the quality of existing formulations.

The minimum qualification for becoming a qualified pharmacist is a two-year diploma in pharmacy. The minimum qualification is 10+2 (PCB/M). On completing the course, you must undergo practical training for three months in a recognized hospital, pharmacy or dispensary. A mere diploma will only qualify you for the job of a pharmacy technician or dispensing pharmacist in hospitals.

A four-year Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy (B.Pharm) leads to openings in drug manufacturing industries and food and drug control organizations. Educational qualification required for this course is 10+2 (PCM/B). These courses are offered by a number of institutes.

Depending on the extent of study and the area you specialize in (pharmacology, pharmaceutics, hospital pharmacy or quality assurance) study, you can opt for research.

Teaching is another option after a Master's degree holder. Pharmacy graduates are also appointed by the government as drug inspectors and drug analysts. Hospitals also hire pharmacist consultants to advise physicians on the precise dosage, schedules and possible side effects of the various drugs.

While a diploma-holder can work as a pharmacist in hospitals or as a pharmacy technician, BPharm or MPharm degree-holders can apply for jobs in the pharmaceutical industry.

Although there are limited research openings in India, those with doctoral and post-doctoral qualifications find challenging avenues in R&D labs abroad. Apart from the drug manufacturing industry, pharmacists are also employed in the chemical industry and food and drug control organizations.

For a student to be eligible for registration as a pharmacist in India, the college from which he/she graduated must be approved by the PCI. B-Pharm is often superseded by M-Pharm and PhD level courses although the minimum qualification required for registration as a pharmacist is D.Pharm.

Prominent colleges imparting B.Pharm in India approved by PCI as on August 15, 2012 are

Hindu College Of Pharmacy, Gohana Road, Sonipat, Haryana

Dr. Hari Singh Gour Central University, Sagar, Madhya Pradesh

Alwar Pharmacy college, Alwar, Rajasthan

Birla Institute of Technology and Science,Pilani

Nirma Institute of Pharmacy, Ahmedabad

Madurai Medical College, Madurai, Tamil Nadu

Bharti Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Srigangana

ISF College of Pharmacy, Moga, Punjab

Delhi Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Research (DIPSAR), New Delhi

Shri Baba Mast Nath Institute of Pharceutical Sciences & Research, Asthal Bohar, Rohtak.

Banaras Hindu University (BHU), Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh

SGRR Institute of Pharmacy, Dehradun, Uttarakhand

Madras Medical College, Chennai, Tamil Nadu

Hamdard University, New Delhi

Bombay College of Pharmacy, Mumbai, Maharashtra

Gyan Vihar School of Pharmacy, Jaipur, Rajasthan

Srinivas College of Pharmacy,Valachil,Mangalore

Smt.Vidyawati college of Pharmacy,Uttar Pradesh,Jhansi

Indira College Of Pharmacy,Pune-33

Alard College of Pharmacy, Hinjewadi,Pune

AISSMS College of Pharmacy, Pune.

Charak College Of Pharmacy & Research, Pune, Maharashtra

Gurunanak College of Pharmacy, Nagpur

Though NIPER is not recognized by PCI but it is sometime called "Heaven" by pharmacy graduates due to its quality of education and research. It is an autonomous body created by a special Act of Indian Parliament. Every year, entrance examinations are conducted for admission to post-graduation and PhD courses at NIPER. NIPER S.A.S. Nagar is considered the best of pharmacy institute in India.

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