Accepted entrance exams
Fees
Fees at Assam Down Town University for the Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm) program include a registration fee of INR 2,000 and an admission fee that has varied between INR 30,000 and INR 50,000. The semester fee has been reported as increasing over time, initially at INR 70,000 per semester and rising to INR 80,000, with some stating juniors paying INR 90,000. The overall fee structure for the B.Pharm course has been cited as INR 720,000, though some indicate it could be as high as INR 800,000 due to fee increases.
Scholarships are available, including the Ishan Uday scholarship offering INR 80,000 per year, and students with more than 90% marks in their 10+2 exams may receive a waiver of up to INR 160,000. There are additional charges like backlog fees at INR 500 per subject. Payment can be made in installments, and the university conducts a scholarship test twice a year which may provide additional financial aid.
About Diploma in Pharmacy [D.Pharm]
Assam down town University’s Diploma in Pharmacy is a 2-year full-time programme approved by the Pharmacy Council of India, offered at its Guwahati campus with an intake of 60 students per year. Admission is merit-based on Class 12 performance in Physics, Chemistry, and English, with total programme fees of INR 2,25,000. AdtU’s pharma industry linkages and placement support make this programme a preferred choice for students in Northeast India aiming for pharmacy careers.
📋 Admission Status: Applications are currently open. Last date to apply is 15 August 2026.
Key Points
- Hospital and community pharmacy internships built into the 2-year curriculum
- Recruitment support from pharma companies including Torrent Pharma and KPC Life Science
- Pharmaceutical sciences labs for compounding, dispensing, and drug analysis training
- PCI-approved programme enabling graduates to register as pharmacists across India
AdtU D.Pharma Fees 2026
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Programme Fee (2 years) | INR 2,25,000 |
| Total Fees | INR 2,25,000 |
- Fee figure reflects the total 2-year programme cost from available information.
- Application fee of INR 1,000 is non-refundable and paid at the time of application.
- AdtU CST merit scholarships can reduce effective fees by up to 100 percent.
AdtU D.Pharma Admission 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Closing Date | 15 August 2026 |
| Class Commencement | September 2026 (Tentative) |
- Applications are submitted online through apply.adtu.in.
- Shortlisted applicants are intimated via registered email ID.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Minimum 55% aggregate in 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and English as mandatory subjects from a recognized board
- Students from non-functional or open schooling institutions such as NIOS are not eligible for admission
- No upper age limit is prescribed for D.Pharma admission at AdtU
Admission Process
- Register at apply.adtu.in using a valid email ID and verify the account
- Fill the online application form with personal, academic, and contact details
- Upload scanned copies of Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets and other required documents
- Pay the non-refundable application fee of INR 1,000 through the online portal
- Appear optionally for the AdtU Common Scholarship Test to be considered for merit-based tuition scholarships
- Receive selection intimation on email and complete fee payment to confirm admission
✓ Opt for this if
- Aiming for a pharmacy career in Northeast India with strong industry support
- Seeking affordable pharma education with scholarship options covering up to full tuition
- Preferring merit-based admission without a competitive state-level entrance exam
- Wanting hands-on internship experience in hospitals and community pharmacies
✗ Skip if
- Aiming for a B.Pharm degree or clinical pharmacist qualification
- Needing placement support in metro cities outside Northeast India
- Expecting a research-focused or hospital pharmacy specialization track
AdtU D.Pharma Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| CST Merit Scholarship | Up to 100% tuition waiver | Score in AdtU Common Scholarship Test |
| Board Performance Scholarship | 100% semester fee waiver | 95% or above in Class 12 board exam |
| Sports and Cultural Achievement Scholarship | 25% to 100% tuition waiver | State or national level achievement |
| Specially Abled Students Scholarship | 50% tuition waiver | Differently-abled students with valid certificate |
| EBC and BPL Student Scholarship | 100% tuition waiver | Students from economically backward or BPL families |
| Alumni Scholarship | 100% in final semester | Children of AdtU alumni |
- Scholarship applications are submitted through the admissions portal at apply.adtu.in.
- CST is conducted multiple times a year at the AdtU campus in Guwahati.
According to an external review site Ranking 2025, Assam down town University ranks 116 out of 139 colleges in India and 3rd in state Assam for its D.Pharm Pharmacy program.
- 101-125 out of 125 under NIRF Pharmacy Ranking 2025.
Read more on Assam down town University Rankings here
AdtU D.Pharma FAQs
Ques. What is the admission process for D.Pharma at AdtU?
Ans. Applicants register at apply.adtu.in, fill the online form, upload required documents, and pay a non-refundable fee of INR 1,000. Admission is granted on the basis of Class 12 marks in Physics, Chemistry, and English. Applicants may also appear for the AdtU Common Scholarship Test to be considered for merit scholarships of up to 100% of tuition fees.
Ques. Is D.Pharma from AdtU recognised by the Pharmacy Council of India?
Ans. Yes, the Diploma in Pharmacy at Assam down town University is approved by the Pharmacy Council of India. This recognition enables graduates to register as pharmacists with their respective State Pharmacy Councils and work legally in licensed pharmacy outlets, hospitals, and drug distribution establishments across India. PCI recognition is mandatory for legal pharmacy practice.
Ques. What career options are available after completing D.Pharma from AdtU?
Ans. Graduates can work as pharmacy technicians, drug store managers, hospital pharmacy assistants, and medical sales representatives in pharmaceutical and healthcare companies. Pharma companies including Torrent Pharma and KPC Life Science have recruited from AdtU’s Pharmaceutical Sciences faculty. Graduates can also pursue lateral entry into B.Pharm programmes to advance to a degree-level qualification.
Ques. Are scholarships available for D.Pharma students at AdtU?
Ans. AdtU offers several scholarships for D.Pharma students including the CST merit scholarship with up to 100% tuition waiver, a board performance scholarship for students scoring 95% or above in Class 12, and full fee waivers for EBC/BPL students. Sports and cultural achievers at state or national level are eligible for 25% to 100% tuition waivers.
Ques. What documents are required for D.Pharma admission at AdtU?
Ans. Applicants need Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets, transfer and migration certificates, passport-size photographs, a category certificate if applicable, and a medical fitness certificate. The complete and updated document checklist is published on the admissions portal at apply.adtu.in before each intake cycle.
Ques. Can D.Pharma graduates from AdtU pursue higher education in pharmacy?
Ans. Yes, D.Pharma graduates are eligible for lateral entry into B.Pharm programmes at universities that offer this provision, enabling them to complete the degree in 3 years instead of 4. Graduates may also pursue certification courses in pharmacovigilance, clinical pharmacy, and drug regulatory affairs to advance into specialized roles in the pharmaceutical industry.