Course details

D.Pharm.

Diploma in Pharmacy

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

The Diploma in Pharmacy (D.Pharm.) is a two-year professional program designed to prepare students for entry-level careers in the field of pharmacy. The course offers foundational knowledge of pharmaceutical sciences, including drug formulation, dispensing, pharmacology, and community pharmacy practices.

Course Overview

D.Pharm. serves as a crucial stepping stone for students aiming to work as registered pharmacists in hospitals, retail pharmacies, and healthcare companies or to pursue higher education like B.Pharm. or Pharm.D. The program ensures practical training through hospital internships, providing real-world exposure to pharmaceutical care and patient counseling.

Key Highlights
  • Approved by Pharmacy Council of India (PCI).
  • Affiliated to MRSPTU Bathinda, a leading state technical university.
  • Prepares students for registration as professional pharmacists.
  • Curriculum includes pharmacy practice, drug laws, pharmacology, and dispensing.
  • Internship training in hospitals and pharmacies.
  • Direct career opportunities and pathway to B.Pharm. Lateral Entry.
Why Choose Us?
  • PCI-Approved Program with Industry-Focused Curriculum
  • Experienced and Qualified Pharmacy Faculty
  • Hands-on Practical Training in Laboratories and Hospitals
  • Career Counseling and Assistance for Further Studies and Jobs
  • Regular Industrial Visits and Guest Lectures by Industry Experts
    • After completing D.Pharm., students can work as:
    • Registered Pharmacists in Hospitals, Clinics, and Retail Pharmacies
    • Pharmacy Assistants in Healthcare and Pharmaceutical Companies
    • Sales Executives in Pharmaceutical Marketing
    • Drug Inspectors and Regulatory Assistants (after further qualifications)
    • Pursue Higher Studies: Direct admission into 2nd year B.Pharm. (Lateral Entry)
    1st Year
    • Pharmaceutics – I
    • Pharmaceutical Chemistry – I
    • Pharmacognosy
    • Biochemistry and Clinical Pathology
    • Human Anatomy and Physiology
    • Health Education and Community Pharmacy
    • Pharmaceutics – II
    • Pharmaceutical Chemistry – II
    • Pharmacology and Toxicology
    • Pharmaceutical Jurisprudence
    • Drug Store and Business Management
    • Hospital and Clinical Pharmacy
    • 500 hours of practical training spread over at least 3 months
    • Conducted in a recognized hospital, dispensary, or pharmacy

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