Doctor of Pharmacy [Pharm.D]

Andhra University’s Pharm.D is a 6-year full-time professional programme in pharmacy offered by the College of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Visakhapatnam. Admission is through AP EAPCET, and the total programme fee is INR 21.93 Lakhs. With an intake of 30 seats, the programme is among the most sought-after pharmacy qualifications in Andhra Pradesh. Andhra University holds NIRF University Rank 23 among Indian universities in 2025.

📋 Admission Status: Applications closed. Web Options Entry closes 31 July 2026.

Andhra University Pharm.D Fees 2026

• Fee data is from aggregator sources and subject to official verification.
• AP Fee Reimbursement Scheme covers tuition for eligible SC/ST/BC students.

Andhra University Pharm.D Admission 2026

• AP EAPCET is conducted by APSCHE for pharmacy stream admissions in Andhra Pradesh.
• Certificate verification is required during counselling at designated help centres.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

• Candidates must have passed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology (or Math) with minimum 50% aggregate (reserved category: 45%).
• A valid AP EAPCET rank in the pharmacy/BiPC stream is mandatory for admission to this programme.
• Candidates must satisfy AP domicile or residency norms as specified in the APSCHE counselling guidelines.

Admission Process

• Register and pay the application fee for AP EAPCET 2026 on the official APSCHE portal between February and March.
• Download the admit card and appear for the AP EAPCET pharmacy stream exam in May at the designated centre.
• Check AP EAPCET rank from the official result portal after result declaration and note the rank card number.
• Register for AP EAPCET web counselling on the official APSCHE counselling portal and pay the processing fee.
• Complete certificate verification at designated help centres and enter college and course web options in preference order.
• Accept the seat allotted after Phase 1 and report to AU College of Pharmaceutical Sciences with original documents and fee payment.

✓ Opt for this if

• Targeting a clinical pharmacist or hospital pharmacy career in India.
• Eligible for AP Fee Reimbursement, making the programme highly affordable.
• Preferring a government pharmacy college with strong PCI accreditation.
• Planning postgraduate study abroad in pharmacy or clinical research after Pharm.D.

✗ Skip if

• Preferring a B.Pharm route followed by M.Pharm for a research career.
• Not eligible for fee reimbursement and unable to manage INR 21.93 Lakhs total.
• Seeking a Pharm.D programme with a structured industry placement component.
• From outside Andhra Pradesh without AP EAPCET domicile eligibility.

Andhra University Pharm.D Scholarships 2026

• AP Fee Reimbursement applications submitted via the official AP e-scholarship portal.
• NSP scholarships applied for at scholarships.gov.in every academic year.

Andhra University Pharm.D FAQs

Ques. What is the duration of the Pharm.D programme at Andhra University?

Ans. The Pharm.D at Andhra University is a 6-year full-time professional programme that includes a 1-year internship in the final year at a recognized hospital. The programme is offered by the College of Pharmaceutical Sciences, one of India’s oldest pharmacy institutions, and is approved by the Pharmacy Council of India (PCI). Graduates are eligible to register as licensed pharmacists in India.

Ques. What entrance exam is required for Pharm.D at Andhra University?

Ans. Admission to the Pharm.D programme at Andhra University is based on a valid rank in the AP EAPCET pharmacy stream, conducted by APSCHE. Seats are filled through centralized web-based counselling. Candidates must register for AP EAPCET counselling on the official portal, complete certificate verification, and enter college preferences. All dates and procedures are published on the APSCHE official website.

Ques. What is the total fee for Pharm.D at Andhra University?

Ans. The total fees for the Pharm.D programme at Andhra University are INR 21.93 Lakhs for the complete 6-year duration, with an annual tuition component of INR 2.89 Lakhs. SC/ST and BC students from Andhra Pradesh may be eligible for the AP Fee Reimbursement Scheme, which covers tuition costs and significantly reduces the financial burden for eligible candidates.

Ques. What are the career options after Pharm.D from Andhra University?

Ans. Pharm.D graduates from Andhra University are eligible to practice as licensed clinical pharmacists in hospitals, community pharmacies, and healthcare settings. Other career paths include medical affairs in pharmaceutical companies, regulatory affairs, pharmacovigilance, and clinical research. Graduates may also pursue post-doctoral programmes abroad or M.Pharm for specialization in pharmaceutical sciences.

Ques. Is Pharm.D from Andhra University different from B.Pharm?

Ans. Yes, Pharm.D is a 6-year clinical pharmacy programme leading to a professional doctorate-level qualification, while B.Pharm is a 4-year undergraduate science degree. Pharm.D focuses on clinical pharmacy practice, patient counselling, and hospital internship, making graduates eligible for patient care roles. B.Pharm is the route to M.Pharm research programmes. Both are admitted through AP EAPCET at Andhra University.

Ques. How many seats are available in Pharm.D at Andhra University?

Ans. The College of Pharmaceutical Sciences at Andhra University offers Pharm.D with an intake of 30 seats. All seats are filled through AP EAPCET merit-based centralized counselling conducted by APSCHE. Seats are distributed as per government reservation norms for SC, ST, BC, and EWS categories. Candidates are advised to check the AP EAPCET seat matrix for the latest seat distribution details each year.