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Introduction to the Course

Diploma in Pharmacy (D Pharm) is a two-year academic program streamlined to endow in-depth knowledge of science and technique behind the formulation of Pharmacy Practice and Medicines Management.

The program fundamentally provides an overview of the conjecture principles and practices implicated in the science of Pharmacy, including core subjects like Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Pharmacognosy, Pharmacology and Pharmaceutics. The curriculum and syllabi for the program are as per the Pharmacy Council of India (PCI) the statutory body governing pharmacy profession in India. In this program students will gain insights into the chemical and physical properties, chemical structure and the uses of Pharmaceutical formulae.

The program encompasses knowledge about the natural medicines which are obtained from plants, animals, marine and biological sources. In addition, the program focuses on imparting knowledge about drugs used for different diseases, dosage absorption, mechanism of action, drug action, drug interaction and adverse reaction. Candidates seeking advanced knowledge in the discipline can apply for higher education.

For a two-year D Pharm course, all applicants must have completed 10+2 with physics, chemistry, mathematics, and biology, (PCMB) or physics, chemistry, and biology, (PCB) conducted by the respective State/Central Government authorities.

To first year D Pharm 60 Seats.

For academic fees for current domestic and international students, see the AFRC, MP Bhopal website.

No. It’s a full-time course.

No, although scholarships would be provided to the ST/SC/OBC students as per the government guidelines.

SAIP is a well-established centre of excellence for imparting education in Pharmacy at B.Pharm level.
  • 12 glorious years of academic Experience
  • Semester system, timely completion of courses
  • Centre of Excellence attached with PG departments.
  • Running Institute Innovation Council (SAIP-IIC)
  • Highest pass percentage with top university ranks
  • Various scholarships scheme by state and central government to needy M. Pharm students
  • Regular Parents Teachers Meeting
  • Mock interviews
  • Industrial training, tours and Internship opportunity.
  • Regular Extra & Co -Curricular activities.
  • Alumni placed throughout India in reputed Pharmaceutical Industries.

All Pharmacy courses are job oriented courses and also have potential for self-employment.
  • The Indian pharmaceutical industry is one of the fastest growing segments of the Indian economy.
  • Pharmacy is one such sector that was not hit even during the recession period.
Future Prospects after the completion of the program:
  • Junior Clinical Research Associate (CRA)
  • Data Analyst
  • Pharmacist
  • Pharmacist in Charge
  • Clinical Pharmacist
  • Hospital Staff Pharmacist
  • Sales and Marketing Executive
  • Food and Drug Administration
  • Retail Pharmacist
  • Retail Staff Pharmacist

They both are better in their own way. PharmD focuses on clinical practice and allows the student to get hands-on experience while B. Pharm focuses on the manufacture of drugs and what new discoveries can be made in this field.

To know more about D Pharm

Affiliations / Accreditations

Approved by
  • Pharmacy Council of India (PCI),
  • All India Council of Technical Education (AICTE), New Delhi.
  • Directorate Technical Education (DTE), Government of India.
  • Affiliated to Rajiv Gandhi Proudyogiki Vishwavidyalaya (RGPV), Bhopal, M.P.

Salient Features

The course has been structured as per the regulations of the Pharmacy Council of India. It will enable students to explore the pharmacy profession in a strong, skillful, and in-depth manner;

  • Hands-on training is provided during the course.
  • The overall development is encouraged by organizing various corporate seminars; quiz competitions etc. at the national level.
  • Encourage industry-institute interactions through guest lectures, industrial visits, and training.
  • Frequent sessions with community pharmacy and industrial pharmacy experts.
  • Scope to explore and witness post-graduate and research infrastructure at the undergraduate level.
  • Various Case studies based on community and industrial pharmacy provide a broad view.
  • Placement opportunities in Pharmaceuticals & Healthcare, Clinical Research Organizations, Hospitals, Health Insurance, and other sectors.