About Bachelor of Pharmacy [B.Pharma] {Lateral}
Annamalai University Chidambaram offers B.Pharm (Lateral Entry) under the Faculty of Engineering and Technology for D.Pharm graduates seeking a degree upgrade. The three year program admits students directly into the second year of the B.Pharm course. Only 6 seats are available, making it a selective program. Annual tuition fee is INR 40,000 and admission is based on merit in the D.Pharm qualifying examination.
📋 Admission Status: Admission for 2026-27 has not been officially notified. Check the official Annamalai University website for the updated schedule (Tentative).
Key Points
- Pharmacy department holds MoU with University of Michigan USA
- Choice Based Credit System with elective courses across pharmacy disciplines
- Completed hospital training from D.Pharm program counts toward admission merit
Annamalai University B.Pharm Lateral Fees 2026
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fee (per annum) | INR 40,000 |
| Hostel and Mess Charges (per annum) | INR 50,000 |
| One-Time Caution Deposit (refundable) | INR 5,000 |
| Total Fees (3-year program) | INR 2,75,000 |
- Hostel accommodation is compulsory at Annamalai University, which is a residential campus.
- Caution deposit of INR 5,000 is collected once and refunded on program completion.
Annamalai University B.Pharm Lateral Admission 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|
- Admission notification for 2026-27 has not been released.
- Based on past cycles, applications typically open in May and close in June each year.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Diploma in Pharmacy (D.Pharm) with a minimum of 50% marks in aggregate across Part-I and Part-II from a recognized university or board.
- Candidates must have also successfully completed the Hospital Training component (Part-III) of the D.Pharm program.
- Minimum age of 17 years as on 31 December of the admission year.
Admission Process
- Register online through the university admission portal and complete the online application form.
- Send a signed hard copy of the application with required documents to the Registrar, Annamalai University, before the stated deadline.
- A merit rank list is prepared based on aggregate marks in D.Pharm Part-I and Part-II examinations.
- Successful completion of D.Pharm Hospital Training (Part-III) is verified as a mandatory requirement.
- Seats are allotted in merit order following Tamil Nadu state reservation rules, including 5% for differently abled candidates.
✓ Opt for this if
- D.Pharm graduates seeking a recognized B.Pharm degree upgrade
- Candidates wanting to enhance career prospects in hospital or clinical pharmacy
- Those seeking research-oriented pharmacy education in a residential setting
- Aspirants targeting drug regulation, pharmaceutical research, or academia
- Students comfortable with merit-based selection without an entrance test
✗ Skip if
- Candidates who do not hold a D.Pharm qualification
- Those who prefer a full 4-year B.Pharm program from the first year
- Applicants seeking programs with more than 6 available seats
- Students who prefer urban campuses over a rural residential setting
Annamalai University B.Pharm Lateral Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| SC/ST Tuition Fee Concession | Full tuition fee | SC/ST and Converted Christian students |
| Post-Matric Scholarship | Special and exam fees plus maintenance | SC/ST students meeting income criteria |
| Higher Education Special Scholarship | Additional hostel support | SC/ST hostel students with income up to INR 2,50,000 per annum |
| PwD Fee Exemption | Tuition, special, and exam fees | Candidates with benchmark disabilities |
- SC/ST students pay a reduced hostel fee of INR 24,000 per annum with mess fees adjusted from scholarship amounts.
Annamalai University B.Pharm Lateral FAQs
Ques. Who is eligible for B.Pharm Lateral Entry at Annamalai University?
Ans. Candidates who have completed Diploma in Pharmacy (D.Pharm) with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks in Part-I and Part-II from a recognized university or board are eligible to apply. Successful completion of the Hospital Training component (Part-III) is also mandatory. The minimum age at the time of admission is 17 years. SC/ST candidates receive a relaxation of 5% in the minimum qualifying marks.
Ques. What is the total fee for B.Pharm Lateral Entry at Annamalai University?
Ans. The annual tuition fee is INR 40,000, making the total tuition for the three year program INR 1,20,000. Hostel accommodation is compulsory at this residential university. Annual hostel and mess charges are INR 50,000, and a one-time refundable caution deposit of INR 5,000 is collected at admission. The total cost for the three year program, including hostel charges, is INR 2,75,000.
Ques. How many seats are available in B.Pharm Lateral Entry at Annamalai University?
Ans. The B.Pharm (Lateral Entry) program at Annamalai University has a total intake of only 6 seats per academic year, making it highly competitive. Seats are allotted in strict merit order following Tamil Nadu state reservation norms. A 5% horizontal reservation is applicable for differently abled candidates. Given the limited intake, candidates are advised to apply early when the notification is released.
Ques. How is selection done for B.Pharm Lateral Entry?
Ans. Selection is based on merit in the D.Pharm qualifying examination. A rank list is prepared based on the aggregate marks in Part-I and Part-II of D.Pharm. Successful completion of Hospital Training (Part-III) is also a requirement. There is no separate entrance test. Candidates apply online, and qualified candidates attend counselling in merit order based on their community category.
Ques. What career opportunities are available after B.Pharm Lateral Entry from Annamalai University?
Ans. B.Pharm graduates can work in hospital pharmacy, pharmaceutical manufacturing, drug regulatory affairs, clinical research, quality control, and retail pharmacy. They may also pursue higher studies such as M.Pharm or Pharm.D. The Department of Pharmacy holds MoU collaborations with the University of Michigan Center for Global Health and Western University of Health Sciences, offering exposure to international pharmacy practice.
Ques. Is hostel accommodation available for B.Pharm Lateral Entry students?
Ans. Yes, Annamalai University is a fully residential campus and hostel accommodation is compulsory. Male students are housed in Travancore Hostel and female students in E.T.G.J. Hostel. Annual hostel and mess charges are INR 50,000 per year, plus a one-time caution deposit of INR 5,000. SC/ST students pay a reduced rate of INR 24,000 per annum with mess fees covered through their scholarship amounts.