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About Bachelor of Pharmacy [B Pharma]
Baba Farid College of Pharmacy, Ludhiana offers a 4-year full-time Bachelor of Pharmacy programme affiliated to IK Gujral Punjab Technical University (IKGPTU), Jalandhar, and approved by the Pharmacy Council of India and AICTE. Admission is merit-based through IKGPTU centralized counselling with no separate entrance exam. The total course fee is INR 2,80,000. The college draws students from across Punjab seeking PCI-regulated pharmacy education in the Ludhiana region.
📋 Admission Status: Applications closed. Class Commencement begins August 2026.
Baba Farid Pharmacy B.Pharm Fees 2026
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fee (4-year total) | INR 2,80,000 |
| Total Fees | INR 2,80,000 |
- Fee structure is subject to revision per IKGPTU and college notifications.
- Hostel and other charges are billed separately by the college.
Baba Farid Pharmacy B.Pharm Admission 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| IKGPTU Counselling Registration Round 1 | 15 June 2026 |
| Choice Filling Round 1 | 19 to 22 June 2026 |
| Seat Allotment Round 1 | 25 June 2026 |
| Reporting at Institute Round 1 | 26 to 30 June 2026 |
| Class Commencement | August 2026 (Tentative) |
- Counselling registration fee of INR 2,000 applies at the time of registration.
- Multiple counselling rounds are held to fill vacant seats across affiliated colleges.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Passed 10+2 or equivalent examination from a recognised board with Physics and Chemistry as mandatory subjects along with Biology or Mathematics
- Minimum aggregate of 45% marks in the qualifying examination as per Pharmacy Council of India norms
- Minimum age of 17 years as on 31 December of the year of admission as mandated by PCI regulations
Admission Process
- Register on the IKGPTU centralized counselling portal at counselling.ptu.ac.in during the designated registration window
- Pay the online counselling registration fee of INR 2,000 before the registration closing date
- Fill in college and course preferences in order of priority during the choice filling period
- Provisional seat allotment is published based on inter-se merit of 10+2 qualifying marks
- Report to Baba Farid College of Pharmacy with all original documents for verification within the stipulated period
- Complete institutional fee payment to confirm the allotted seat and secure admission for the academic year
✓ Opt for this if
- You want a PCI-approved B.Pharm in Punjab at a moderate fee
- Your 10+2 marks qualify for IKGPTU merit-based counselling
- You plan to practice pharmacy or open a medical store in Punjab
- You prefer studying in the Ludhiana region close to home
- You want a degree valid for GPAT and state pharmacist licensing
✗ Skip if
- You want strong campus placement support from multinational pharma companies
- You are targeting NIRF-ranked national pharmacy institutions
- You need dedicated pharma research and innovation laboratories
- You require well-established alumni networks in major metro cities
Baba Farid Pharmacy B.Pharm Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| PM-USP Scholarship (National Scholarship Portal) | As per government norms | Economically weaker section students meeting income criteria |
| Punjab Government Post Matric Scholarship | As per government norms | SC and ST students domiciled in Punjab pursuing post-matric studies |
| OBC Post Matric Scholarship (Central Government) | As per government norms | Other Backward Class students with family income below prescribed limit |
- Applications are submitted through the National Scholarship Portal at scholarships.gov.in.
- Scholarship deadlines vary each year and candidates must check the portal regularly.
Baba Farid Pharmacy B.Pharm FAQs
Ques. What is the total fee for B.Pharm at Baba Farid College of Pharmacy?
Ans. The total course fee for B.Pharm at Baba Farid College of Pharmacy, Ludhiana is INR 2,80,000 for the complete 4-year programme. This covers tuition charges across the entire duration. Hostel accommodation, examination fees, and miscellaneous charges are billed separately. The fee is subject to periodic revision by IKGPTU and the institution, and candidates should confirm the latest figures with the college at the time of admission.
Ques. How does admission to B.Pharm at Baba Farid College work?
Ans. Admission is through the IKGPTU centralized counselling process at counselling.ptu.ac.in. No separate entrance exam is required. Candidates register on the counselling portal, fill college preferences, and receive provisional seat allotment based on merit in 10+2 marks. A counselling registration fee of INR 2,000 applies. After allotment, candidates report to the college with original documents for verification and pay institutional fees to confirm the seat.
Ques. What are the 10+2 subject and percentage requirements for B.Pharm admission?
Ans. Candidates must have passed 10+2 from a recognised board with Physics and Chemistry as mandatory subjects, and either Biology or Mathematics as the third science subject. A minimum aggregate of 45% marks in the qualifying examination is required as per Pharmacy Council of India norms. Candidates from reserved categories may be eligible at lower qualifying marks as determined by IKGPTU guidelines for the respective academic year.
Ques. Is Baba Farid College of Pharmacy approved by PCI?
Ans. Yes, Baba Farid College of Pharmacy, Ludhiana holds approval from the Pharmacy Council of India (PCI) and AICTE. PCI recognition is mandatory for a B.Pharm degree to be valid for pharmacist registration with any state pharmacy council in India. Graduates from this college can appear for the Graduate Pharmacy Aptitude Test (GPAT) for admission to M.Pharm and PharmD programmes at other institutions.
Ques. What career paths are open after B.Pharm from Baba Farid College?
Ans. Graduates can work as licensed pharmacists in retail and hospital pharmacy settings, join pharmaceutical manufacturing or quality control departments, or pursue careers in drug regulatory affairs and medical sales. Graduates may register with the Punjab State Pharmacy Council to practice legally. Those targeting higher studies can appear for GPAT and pursue M.Pharm or PharmD programmes at recognised institutions across India.
Ques. Are scholarships available for B.Pharm students at Baba Farid College?
Ans. B.Pharm students at Baba Farid College of Pharmacy can apply for government-funded scholarships through the National Scholarship Portal at scholarships.gov.in. Available schemes include the PM-USP Scholarship for economically weaker section students, the Punjab Government Post Matric Scholarship for SC and ST students, and the Central Government OBC Post Matric Scholarship. Scholarship amounts and income eligibility thresholds are determined by the respective government departments each academic year.