Course details

B.Pharm. [Lateral Entry]

Bachelor of Pharmacy [Lateral Entry]

College: Guru Ram Dass Institute of Pharmacy
Eligibility: 10+2 Medical/Non-Medical
Approved by: PCI & MRSPTU

The Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm.) – Lateral Entry program is designed for students who have completed a Diploma in Pharmacy (D.Pharm.) and wish to upgrade their qualifications with a full bachelor's degree. This program allows direct admission into the second year of the B.Pharm. course, offering an accelerated pathway to deeper knowledge in pharmaceutical sciences, drug development, clinical practices, and regulatory affairs.

Course Overview

The curriculum builds on the foundational skills acquired during D.Pharm. and advances the student's expertise, preparing them for broader roles in the pharmaceutical industry, healthcare sector, research, and academia.

Key Highlights
  • Approved by Pharmacy Council of India (PCI).
  • Affiliated to MRSPTU Bathinda, a premier technical university.
  • Direct Admission into 2nd Year (3rd Semester) of the B.Pharm. Program.
  • Industry-aligned curriculum with a strong focus on practical and clinical training.
  • Opportunities for careers in pharma manufacturing, research, clinical pharmacy, and regulatory bodies.
  • Pathway to higher studies like M.Pharm., Pharm.D (Post Baccalaureate), and MBA in Healthcare.
Why Choose Us?
  • PCI-Approved Program Designed for D.Pharm. Holders
  • Experienced Faculty with Research and Industry Expertise
  • Modern Pharmaceutical Laboratories and Clinical Training
  • Industrial Training, Research Projects, and Placement Support
  • Focus on Career Development and Professional Growth
  • After completing B.Pharm. (Lateral Entry), graduates can work as:
    • Hospital and Community Pharmacists
    • Pharmaceutical Production Executives
    • Quality Control and Assurance Officers
    • Clinical Research Associates
    • Regulatory Affairs Executives
    • Medical Representatives
    • Pursue Higher Education: M.Pharm., Pharm.D (PB), MBA Healthcare, or Research Fellowships
    • Pharmaceutical Organic Chemistry – II
    • Physical Pharmaceutics – I
    • Pathophysiology
    • Pharmacognosy and Phytochemistry – I
    • Microbiology and Immunology
    • Environmental Science
    • Medicinal Chemistry – I & II
    • Pharmacology – I & II
    • Biopharmaceutics and Pharmacokinetics
    • Pharmaceutical Jurisprudence
    • Hospital and Clinical Pharmacy
    • Pharmacognosy and Phytochemistry – II
    • Industrial Pharmacy
    • Pharmaceutical Biotechnology
    • Novel Drug Delivery Systems
    • Quality Assurance Techniques
    • Pharmaceutical Marketing and Management
    • Electives, Project Work, and Industrial Training

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