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Diploma in Pharmacy (D.Pharm)
The quickest route to becoming a registered pharmacist.
Level
Diploma
Duration
2 years (plus practical training)
Entrance exams
State admission process +1 more
Stream
Pharmacy
About the course
D.Pharm is a two-year diploma covering the essentials of pharmaceutics, pharmacology and dispensing, followed by practical training in a pharmacy or hospital.
Admission is usually on Class 12 merit or through a state process. Diploma holders can register as pharmacists or join B.Pharm through lateral entry.
Who can apply
Check eligibility
Make sure you meet the subject and marks requirements above for each college you shortlist.
Entrance exam or merit
Many colleges admit on Class 12 / graduation marks; others use State admission process, Institute merit lists.
Counselling & seat allotment
Apply through central, state or college counselling with your score and preferences.
Confirm your seat
Report to the allotted college with your documents and pay the admission fee.
Exams & merit routes
Accepted exams vary by college. Check your chances with the predictor →
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After the course
Got questions?
D.Pharm takes 2 years (plus practical training).
Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry and Biology or Mathematics.
State admission process, Institute merit lists. Many colleges also admit on merit. Accepted exams vary by college — check each college's admission page.
Common paths include: Registered pharmacist (retail / hospital), Pharmacy assistant, Lateral entry to B.Pharm.
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