Master in Pharmacy

• Advanced Knowledge: To provide students with in-depth knowledge of pharmaceutical sciences, including drug formulation, dosage form design, and drug delivery systems.
• Practical Skill: To equip students with practical skills in Pharmaceutical Analysis, Quality Control, and Formulation development through laboratory work and research projects.
• Research and Innovation: To foster a research-oriented mindset, encouraging students to undertake innovative projects and contribute to the development of new Pharmaceutical Formulations.
• Industry Readiness: To prepare graduates for a successful career in the pharmaceutical industry, with a focus on quality control, regulatory affairs, and compliance with pharmaceutical standards.
• Regulatory Understanding: To familiarize students with pharmaceutical regulations and quality assurance practices governing drug development and manufacturing.
• Problem Solving: To develop analytical and critical thinking skills, enabling students to address complex challenges in drug formulation and delivery effectively.
• Career Opportunities: To provide a strong foundation for pursuing careers in academia, research institutions, pharmaceutical companies, and regulatory bodies.
• Ethical and Professional Conduct: To instill ethical values and professionalism in aspiring pharmacists, promoting responsible and safe practices in pharmaceutical sciences.
• Communication and Collaboration: To enhance communication skills and teamwork, enabling students to effectively collaborate with professionals from diverse disciplines in the healthcare sector.
• Lifelong Learning: To encourage a passion for continuous learning, motivating graduates to stay updated with emerging trends and technologies in the ever- evolving field of pharmaceutics.

a) B. Pharm. Degree examination of an Indian university established by law in India from an institution approved by Pharmacy Council of India and has scored not less than 55 % of the maximum marks (aggregate of 4 years of B.Pharm.)
b) Every student, selected for admission to post graduate pharmacy program in any PCI approved institution should have obtained registration with the State Pharmacy Council or should obtain the same within one month from the date of his/her admission, failing which the admission of the candidate shall be cancelled.
Note: It is mandatory to submit a migration certificate obtained from the respective university where the candidate had passed his/her qualifying degree (B. Pharm.)

2 years (Four semesters).

M.Pharm. Pharmaceutics graduates have a diverse range of career pathways to explore. Some of the prominent career options include:

• Formulation Scientist: Working in pharmaceutical companies, formulation scientists are responsible for developing and optimizing drug formulations and dosage forms to ensure stability, safety, and efficacy.
• Research and Development (R&D) Scientist: M.Pharm. graduates can pursue a career in pharmaceutical research and development, focusing on developing new drug delivery technologies and improving existing ones.
• Quality Control/Quality Assurance Specialist: Graduates can work in quality control and quality assurance departments, ensuring that pharmaceutical products meet regulatory standards and are of high quality.
• Regulatory Affairs Specialist: Regulatory affairs professionals assist in obtaining approvals from regulatory authorities for new drug formulations and ensure compliance with regulations throughout the drug development process.
• Academic Research: M.Pharm. graduates can pursue further studies (Ph.D.) and engage in academic research, contributing to the advancement of pharmaceutical sciences through innovative research.
• Clinical Pharmacist: Graduates can work as clinical pharmacists, providing expert advice on drug therapy, monitoring patient outcomes, and collaborating with healthcare teams in hospitals or clinical settings.
• Drug Safety Specialist: In this role, graduates focus on assessing and monitoring drug safety data to ensure the safe use of pharmaceutical products.
• Medical Writer: M.Pharm. graduates can work as medical writers, creating scientific documents, drug monographs, and regulatory submissions for pharmaceutical companies.
• Entrepreneurship: Graduates with an entrepreneurial spirit can start their own pharmaceutical formulation and drug delivery-related ventures.
• Product Management: In the pharmaceutical industry, product managers oversee the marketing and commercialization of pharmaceutical products, including drug formulations.
• The field of pharmaceutics offers numerous opportunities for M.Pharm. graduates, and with the right skills and expertise, they can make significant contributions to healthcare, drug development, and patient well-being.

Medium of instruction and examination shall be in English.