Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm D)
Doctor of Pharmacy Overview
Pharm D (Doctor of Pharmacy) is a professional doctoral program focusing on clinical pharmacy, patient care, and medication management. It spans six years, including five years of academic study in subjects like pharmacology, medicinal chemistry, and clinical research, followed by one year of hospital internship.
Eligibility requires Class 12 in Science (Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Mathematics) with at least 50% marks or lateral entry after B. Pharm. Admissions are based on entrance exams like GPAT, NEET, TS EAMCET, and AP EAMCET, or merit-based selection.
The course fees range from INR 2.3 Lakh to INR 9.6 Lakh, and top colleges
Graduates can work as Clinical Pharmacists, Drug Experts, or Retail Pharmacists, earning INR 2.3 LPA to INR 10 LPA, with career opportunities in hospitals, research, and the pharmaceutical industry.
Programme Highlights
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Degree Type | Professional Doctoral Degree |
| Duration | 6 Years (5 Years Academic + 1 Year Internship) |
| Eligibility | Class 12 (Science) with 50% marks OR B.Pharm lateral entry |
| Admission Process | Entrance-based (GPAT, NEET, TS EAMCET, AP EAMCET) / Merit-based |
| Subjects Covered | Pharmacology, Medicinal Chemistry, Clinical Research, Pharmacy Practice |
| Course Fees | INR 2.3 Lakh – 9.6 Lakh |
| Job Roles | Clinical Pharmacist, Drug Expert, Hospital Pharmacist, Retail Pharmacist |
| Salary Range | INR 2.3 LPA – 10 LPA |
| Career Scope | Hospitals, Pharmaceutical Industry, Research Organizations |
