Diploma in Pharmacy (D.Pharm.) – Course Details

(Affiliated to Board of Technical Education (BTE), U.P. & Approved by Pharmacy Council of India, New Delhi)

About the Program

Established in 2018, Aryakul College of Pharmacy and Research offers a Diploma in Pharmacy (D.Pharm.), a 2-year career-oriented diploma course designed to provide students with fundamental knowledge of pharmaceutical sciences.

This program is ideal for students aiming for entry-level careers in hospitals, community pharmacies, and pharmaceutical industries. It also serves as a stepping stone for further studies in pharmacy, such as B.Pharm.

📌 Tuition Fee: As per Govt. norms

Program Merits

✅ Diverse Career Opportunities – The D.Pharm. course opens doors to multiple career paths in both private and public sectors.
✅ Pathway to Higher Education – Students can pursue B.Pharm. for advanced studies and career growth.
✅ Government Job Prospects – Graduates can prepare for competitive exams for secure government sector jobs.
✅ Industry-Focused Curriculum – Practical training for real-world pharmacy applications.

Program Duration

📌 Total Duration: 2 years

  • Each academic year consists of at least 180 working days.
  • Includes 500 hours of practical training over a period of at least 3 months.

Intake Capacity

📌 Total Seats: 60

Attendance Requirement

📌 A student must maintain at least 75% attendance in both theory and practical subjects to be eligible for examinations.

Evaluation Criteria

📌 Minimum Qualification for Admission: Candidates must have passed Physics, Chemistry, and Biology or Mathematics in any of the following:

  • Intermediate Science Examination (10+2)
  • First year of a three-year degree course in Science
  • Pre-degree examination
  • Any other qualification recognized as equivalent by the Pharmacy Council of India (PCI)

📌 Reservation Policy: Seat reservations for SC/ST candidates are as per Central/State Government norms.

Career Opportunities

D.Pharm. graduates have a wide range of career prospects in both public and private sectors:

✔ Pharmaceutical Industry – Work in production, quality control, and research
✔ Hospitals & Health Centers – Serve as pharmacists and dispensers
✔ Retail & Community Pharmacies – Operate or manage chemist shops
✔ Government Jobs – Secure roles in healthcare and regulatory bodies
✔ Entrepreneurship – Start an independent pharmacy business

📌 Job Roles & Salaries:

  • Pharmacist – INR 2,00,000 to 5,00,000 per annum
  • Scientific Officer
  • Production Executive
  • Medical Transcriptionist

This program is designed to equip students with essential pharmaceutical knowledge, practical skills, and industry exposure to build a successful career in pharmacy.