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About Bachelor of Pharmacy [B Pharma]
Academy of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Pariyaram, Kannur offers a 4-year B.Pharm programme affiliated to Kerala University of Health Sciences (KUHS) and approved by the Pharmacy Council of India. Situated within the Pariyaram Medical College campus, it provides a healthcare-integrated learning environment. Admission is through KEAM 2026 centralised counselling by CEE Kerala. The programme has 40 seats with a first-year fee of INR 1,39,605 and a total course fee of INR 5,58,420.
📋 Admission Status: Applications closed. Round 3 Counselling begins August 2026 (Tentative).
APS Pariyaram B.Pharm Fees 2026
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fee (per year) | INR 1,39,605 |
| Hostel (optional) | Hostel charges separate |
| Total Fees (4 years) | INR 5,58,420 |
- Fee amounts may vary per year as per KUHS fee fixation committee norms.
- Hostel accommodation is available and charges are payable separately to the college.
APS Pariyaram B.Pharm Admission 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| KEAM 2026 Registration Closes | February 7, 2026 |
| KEAM 2026 Exam | April 17 to April 22, 2026 |
| KEAM 2026 Result | May 12, 2026 |
| KEAM 2026 Rank List Published | June 14, 2026 |
| Phase 1 Seat Allotment | July 8, 2026 |
| Phase 2 Seat Allotment | July 17, 2026 |
| Round 3 Counselling Registration Closes | August 2026 (Tentative) |
- Candidates must register on the CEE Kerala portal for KEAM counselling participation.
- Original documents required at the time of reporting to the allotted college.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Passed 10+2 with Physics and Chemistry as compulsory subjects along with Biology, Mathematics, Biotechnology, or Computer Science.
- Minimum 50% aggregate marks in qualifying examination (45% for SC/ST candidates).
- Valid KEAM 2026 score required for participation in CEE Kerala centralised counselling for B.Pharm.
Admission Process
- Register and appear for KEAM 2026 conducted by CEE Kerala during the notified exam window.
- Register on the CEE Kerala counselling portal after rank list publication.
- Upload verified documents and complete online choice filling for preferred colleges.
- Seat allotment issued in multiple rounds based on KEAM rank and choices filled.
- Accept the allotted seat at Academy of Pharmaceutical Sciences and report with original documents.
- Pay the first-year tuition fee at the college to confirm enrolment and secure admission.
✓ Opt for this if
- Seeking a B.Pharm college within a medical campus in northern Kerala.
- KEAM rank falls in the mid-to-lower tier for Kerala pharmacy admissions.
- Planning to pursue M.Pharm in Pharmaceutics at the same campus.
- KUHS affiliation and PCI approval are the minimum credential requirements.
✗ Skip if
- KEAM rank is high enough for a government or top private pharmacy college.
- Strong campus placement data and industry tie-ups are a key requirement.
- Prefer a college located in a major urban centre outside Kannur district.
APS Pariyaram B.Pharm Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility / Schedule |
|---|---|---|
| Kerala State Merit-cum-Means Scholarship | INR 25,000 per year | Financially disadvantaged students with merit in qualifying exam |
| Post-Matric Scholarship for SC/ST (Kerala) | Full tuition fee waiver | SC/ST students enrolled in KUHS-affiliated pharmacy colleges |
| Central Sector Scheme of Scholarships | INR 10,000 per year (first two years) INR 20,000 per year (third and fourth year) | Top 20th percentile in state board 12th exam |
| PM-YASASVI Scholarship | INR 25,000 per year | OBC/EBC/DNT students with annual family income below INR 2.5 lakh |
- SC/ST students are exempt from tuition and hostel fees per Kerala state norms.
- Applications for central scholarships are submitted through the National Scholarship Portal.
APS Pariyaram B.Pharm FAQs
Ques. What entrance exam is required for B.Pharm admission at Academy of Pharmaceutical Sciences Pariyaram?
Ans. Admission to B.Pharm at Academy of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Pariyaram is based on the KEAM 2026 score and rank list published by CEE Kerala. Candidates must appear for KEAM and register on the CEE Kerala counselling portal after rank list publication to participate in the centralised seat allotment process for B.Pharm.
Ques. What is the total B.Pharm fee at APS Pariyaram?
Ans. The first-year tuition fee at Academy of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Pariyaram is INR 1,39,605. The total tuition cost over the 4-year B.Pharm programme is INR 5,58,420. Fee amounts may vary per year as per the KUHS fee fixation committee. Hostel charges are separate. SC/ST students are exempt from tuition fees under Kerala state government policy.
Ques. How many seats are available in B.Pharm at APS Pariyaram?
Ans. The B.Pharm programme at Academy of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Pariyaram, Kannur has an intake of 40 seats per academic year. Seat allotment is done through KEAM 2026 centralised counselling by CEE Kerala across multiple rounds. A small number of management and NRI quota seats may also be available directly through the college.
Ques. What is the eligibility for B.Pharm at APS Pariyaram?
Ans. Candidates must have passed 10+2 with Physics and Chemistry as compulsory subjects along with Biology, Mathematics, Biotechnology, or Computer Science. A minimum aggregate of 50% in these subjects is required (45% for SC/ST candidates). A valid KEAM 2026 score is mandatory for participation in CEE Kerala B.Pharm counselling and seat allotment.
Ques. Is Academy of Pharmaceutical Sciences located within a hospital or medical college campus?
Ans. Yes, Academy of Pharmaceutical Sciences is situated within the Pariyaram Medical College campus in Kannur, Kerala. This provides B.Pharm students with proximity to a functioning teaching hospital, offering greater exposure to clinical pharmacy environments during the course. The college is affiliated to KUHS, Thrissur and approved by the Pharmacy Council of India.
Ques. Can M.Pharm be pursued at APS Pariyaram after completing B.Pharm?
Ans. Yes, Academy of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Pariyaram offers a 2-year M.Pharm programme in Pharmaceutics alongside the B.Pharm course. Students who complete their B.Pharm at APS Pariyaram can apply for M.Pharm at the same institution, providing continuity in their pharmacy education within the KUHS-affiliated framework.