Diploma in Pharmacy (D.Pharm) is a basic two-year foundation course designed to educate students on core pharmacy dispensing, drug dosages, medical logistics, and retail business operations.
| Course Level | Diploma / Healthcare Certificate |
| Duration | 2 Years (Regular) |
| Eligibility Criteria | 10+2 pass with Physics, Chemistry & Biology/Mathematics (PCB/PCM) |
| Average Fees | ₹40,000 - ₹80,000 per year |
| Assessment & Evaluation | Yearly Theory and Practical Board Examinations |
| Specializations | Clinical Pharmacy, Retail Pharmacy Management, Drug Logistics |
It is the shortest path to obtaining a pharmacist license to start a retail pharmacy business or work as an executive in public/private hospitals.
Offered based on merit list of 10+2 science scores or state-level diploma admissions counseling processes.
A semester-wise focus on the key subjects covered in this program:
| Year / Period | Core Focus & Subjects |
|---|---|
| Year 1 | Pharmaceutics, Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Pharmacognosy, Biochemistry & Clinical Pathology |
| Year 2 | Pharmacology & Toxicology, Pharmaceutical Jurisprudence, Drug Store & Business Management |
A practical, short-term course delivering essential medical knowledge and eligibility to register as a professional pharmacist.