Diploma in Pharmacy [D.Pharm]

Buddha Institute of Pharmacy, Gorakhpur offers a two-year Diploma in Pharmacy [D.Pharm] programme approved by the Pharmacy Council of India, with an intake of 60 seats. Admission is through JEECUP scores for Uttar Pradesh candidates, and the total programme fee is INR 90,000. The diploma qualifies graduates for registration as pharmacists and serves as a direct entry point to the pharmaceutical workforce in eastern Uttar Pradesh.

📋 Admission Status: Applications closed. Counselling begins August 2026 (Tentative).

Buddha Pharmacy D.Pharm Fees 2026

• Fees are payable on a yearly basis as per institute norms.
• SC/ST/OBC students from UP can apply for post-matric scholarships to offset costs.

Buddha Pharmacy D.Pharm Admission 2026

• Seat allotment for D.Pharm is conducted through JEECUP centralized counselling rounds.
• Candidates must hold a valid JEECUP rank to participate in the counselling process.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

• Passed 10+2 or equivalent from a recognized board with Physics and Chemistry as mandatory subjects and Biology or Mathematics as an additional subject.
• Minimum 50% aggregate marks in qualifying examination and 45% for SC/ST/OBC candidates as per PCI norms.
• Minimum age of 17 years as of December 31 of the admission year, as prescribed by the Pharmacy Council of India.

Admission Process

• Register for JEECUP on the official JEECUP portal and submit the application form before the deadline.
• Download admit card and appear for the JEECUP examination at the allotted centre.
• After JEECUP results are declared, register for D.Pharm counselling on the JEECUP portal.
• Fill college and course preferences and participate in online seat allotment rounds.
• Accept the allotted seat and report to Buddha Institute of Pharmacy with original documents.
• Pay the prescribed programme fee at the institute to confirm admission and secure the seat.

✓ Opt for this if

• You want a low-cost PCI-approved pharmacy diploma in eastern Uttar Pradesh.
• You aim to enter the pharmaceutical workforce quickly within two years.
• You plan to open a retail pharmacy or work in a hospital pharmacy in UP.
• You cleared JEECUP and are targeting UP state pharmacy diploma colleges.
• You plan to pursue lateral entry into B.Pharm second year after D.Pharm.

✗ Skip if

• You want a degree-level qualification before entering the job market.
• You aim for pharmaceutical research or manufacturing requiring a B.Pharm or higher.
• You prefer a college with documented campus placements and industry tie-ups.
• You need complete clarity on hostel and lab infrastructure before enrolling.

Buddha Pharmacy D.Pharm Scholarships 2026

• UP Post-Matric Scholarship applications are submitted on the official UP state scholarship portal.
• NSP scholarships are applied through the National Scholarship Portal at scholarships.gov.in.

Buddha Pharmacy D.Pharm FAQs

Ques. What is the total fee for D.Pharm at Buddha Institute of Pharmacy, Gorakhpur?

Ans. The total fee for the two-year D.Pharm programme at Buddha Institute of Pharmacy is INR 90,000, covering the complete diploma duration. Fees are payable on a yearly basis as per institute norms. Students from SC/ST/OBC categories can apply for UP Post-Matric Scholarship through the official state portal to significantly reduce the cost of the programme.

Ques. Which entrance exam is required for D.Pharm admission at Buddha Institute of Pharmacy?

Ans. Admission to D.Pharm at Buddha Institute of Pharmacy is through JEECUP, the Joint Entrance Examination for Uttar Pradesh diploma programmes. Candidates must register on the official JEECUP portal and qualify the examination to participate in the state-level counselling. Seat allotment is done based on JEECUP rank through the centralized counselling process.

Ques. Can D.Pharm graduates from this institute register as pharmacists?

Ans. Yes. D.Pharm graduates from Buddha Institute of Pharmacy, which is approved by the Pharmacy Council of India, are eligible to register with the State Pharmacy Council as registered pharmacists. This registration allows them to operate or work in retail pharmacies, hospital pharmacies, and government dispensaries across India under the Pharmacy Act, 1948.

Ques. Can D.Pharm graduates pursue further education after completing this diploma?

Ans. Yes. D.Pharm graduates are eligible for lateral entry directly into the second year of B.Pharm programmes at many AKTU-affiliated colleges, bypassing the first year. This pathway allows diploma holders to earn a full degree qualification with just two additional years of study, significantly enhancing career prospects in pharmaceutical manufacturing, quality control, and regulatory roles.

Ques. What career options are available after D.Pharm from Buddha Institute of Pharmacy?

Ans. D.Pharm graduates can work as registered pharmacists in hospitals, retail pharmacies, government dispensaries, and community health centres. Career options also include roles in pharmaceutical sales and marketing. Many graduates in Uttar Pradesh join government pharmacy departments through state public service commission examinations or upgrade through lateral entry to B.Pharm for broader career opportunities.

Ques. What is the minimum eligibility for D.Pharm at Buddha Institute of Pharmacy?

Ans. Candidates must have passed 10+2 or equivalent with Physics and Chemistry as compulsory subjects, along with Biology or Mathematics as an additional subject. A minimum of 50% aggregate marks is required for general category candidates, while SC/ST/OBC candidates need 45% as per PCI norms. The minimum age requirement is 17 years as of December 31 of the admission year.