Bachelor of Pharmacy [B.Pharma] {Lateral}
Accepted entrance exams
Fees
Fees at Chhatrapati Shahu Ji Maharaj University for the Bachelor of Computer Applications [BCA] program are structured on an annual basis, with variations depending on the source. The annual tuition fee ranges from 48,000 to 55,000 INR. The total tuition fees for the three-year course range from 97,500 to 150,000 INR. Additional charges include application and registration fees, with some mentions of a 500 INR registration charge. Scholarships, notably the UP government scholarship, are available and can cover between 18,000 to 27,000 INR annually, based on eligibility.
Hostel fees, which are separate from tuition, are reported at approximately 75,000 INR per annum. Financial aid plays a significant role, as scholarships may significantly reduce the net fee burden for eligible students. Instalment payment plans are available to ease fee payments over the academic period.
About Bachelor of Pharmacy [B.Pharma] {Lateral}
The Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm) Lateral Entry is a 3-year full-time undergraduate programme offered by the School of Pharmaceutical Sciences at Chhatrapati Shahu Ji Maharaj University (CSJMU), Kanpur. It is designed exclusively for D.Pharm holders who wish to upgrade their qualification to a B.Pharm degree. Students are admitted directly to the 2nd year (3rd semester) of the B.Pharm programme, completing 6 semesters over 3 years. The School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, established in 2004 and approved by the Pharmacy Council of India (PCI-924), is one of the most reputed pharmacy schools in Uttar Pradesh. The annual fee is Rs. 1,11,200, making the total course fee Rs. 3,33,600 over 3 years. The intake is 10 seats. Admission is based on merit in D.Pharm marks, with no separate entrance examination required. The programme is popular among working pharmacists and D.Pharm graduates who want to enhance their career prospects in the pharmaceutical industry, hospital pharmacy, regulatory affairs, and higher education.
Admissions for the 2026-27 session are upcoming. Based on the 2025-26 cycle (B.Pharm application deadline was May 23, 2025 and entrance test on May 26, 2025), the 2026-27 admission process for B.Pharm Lateral Entry is expected to begin in April-May 2026. The 2026-27 admission portal (csjmu.ac.in/admissions2627/) is live but specific dates are yet to be announced. Students are advised to monitor the official website and contact the admission coordinator Dr. Pallavi Tiwari (Mob: 9026875459) for updates.
Key Points
- B.Pharm Lateral Entry at CSJMU is a direct 2nd year entry programme for D.Pharm holders, reducing the total duration to 3 years (6 semesters) instead of the regular 4-year B.Pharm.
- The School of Pharmaceutical Sciences is approved by the Pharmacy Council of India (PCI-924) and has been operational since 2004, with over 20 years of pharmacy education experience.
- The school has MOUs with leading research institutions including CSIR-CDRI (Central Drug Research Institute, Lucknow) and CSIR-NEIST for research and lab visits.
- Top recruiters include Panacea, Alembic Pharmaceuticals, Alteus, Intas, Torrent, Glenmark, Macleods, Aristo, and Stanex, with students placed in reputed pharma companies.
- The school has a strong track record of GPAT qualifiers, with the highest number of GPAT qualifiers in the entire region of Uttar Pradesh.
- Students from CSJMU have gone on to pursue higher education at premier institutions including NIPER, BHU, Jamia, and DIPSARU.
- The campus has well-equipped laboratories, a medicinal garden, animal house, departmental library, seminar hall, computer lab, and a dedicated placement cell.
CSJMU B.Pharm Lateral Fees
Course Fees
| Fee Component | Amount (Per Annum) | Amount (3 Years Total) |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition Fee | Rs. 1,06,000 | Rs. 3,18,000 |
| Examination and Other Fee | Rs. 5,000 | Rs. 15,000 |
| Enrolment Fee | Rs. 200 | Rs. 600 |
| Total Course Fee | Rs. 1,11,200 | Rs. 3,33,600 |
Hostel Fees (Optional - Not Mandatory for the Course)
| Hostel | Room Type | Annual Fee (Room Rent + Health Insurance + Management Fee) |
|---|---|---|
| Shivaji Boys Hostel | Shared (2/3 seater) | Rs. 28,180 |
| Swarn Jayanti Boys Hostel | Shared (2/3 seater) | Rs. 36,370 |
| Kaveri / Triveni / Saraswati Girls Hostel | Attached Room | Rs. 30,700 |
| Kaveri / Triveni / Saraswati Girls Hostel | Non-Attached Room | Rs. 28,180 |
| Ganga Girls Hostel (EWS) | Shared | Rs. 20,620 |
Mess Fee: Separate mess charges apply; four meals per day (breakfast, lunch, evening snacks, dinner). Mess fee details are published separately on the hostel page each session.
- Hostel accommodation is optional and not mandatory for B.Pharm Lateral Entry students.
- A library fee of Rs. 200 per annum is added over and above the programme fee.
- No EMI facility is officially mentioned; fees are paid annually at the time of admission/re-admission.
- No specific refundable caution deposit has been officially notified for the B.Pharm programme at CSJMU campus.
- Transaction fees charged during online payment are non-refundable under any circumstances.
CSJMU B.Pharm Lateral Admission 2026
CSJMU B.Pharm (Lateral Entry) Admission Dates (2026-27 Session - Based on 2025-26 Pattern)
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Admission Portal Goes Live | April 2026 (Live as of April 2026) |
| Online Registration / Application Start | April-May 2026 (Tentative) |
| Last Date of Application | May 2026 (Tentative, based on 2025-26: May 23, 2025) |
| Merit List / Shortlist Declaration | May-June 2026 (Tentative) |
| Interview (if applicable) | June 2026 (Tentative) |
| Batch Commencement | July 2026 (Tentative) |
- Exact dates for 2026-27 are yet to be announced.
- Students must monitor csjmu.ac.in/admissions2627/ for updates.
- Admission Coordinator for B.Pharm Lateral Entry: Dr. Pallavi Tiwari (Mob: 9026875459).
- General B.Pharm Coordinator: Dr. Ajay Kumar Gupta (Mob: 9415510866).
- School email: ipharmacy@csjmu.ac.in.
Entrance Exams
| Entrance Exams | Details |
|---|---|
| No national-level entrance exam is required for B.Pharm Lateral Entry admission at CSJMU. Admission is based purely on merit in D.Pharm marks. GPAT is relevant only for M.Pharm admissions and is not applicable for B.Pharm Lateral Entry. | |
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates must have passed D.Pharm from a PCI-approved college/institution.
- No minimum percentage is specified in the official brochure; however, admission is merit-based on D.Pharm marks.
- Candidates from other states are eligible to apply; reservation benefits are applicable only to UP domicile candidates as per UP Government rules.
Admission Process
- Register online at admission.csjmu.ac.in or csjmu.ac.in/admissions2627/ and obtain a WRN (Unique Registration Number).
- Select B.Pharm (Lateral Entry) under the School of Pharmaceutical Sciences during online registration.
- Admission is based on merit in D.Pharm marks; an interview may be conducted as per university norms.
- Selected candidates must report to the School of Pharmaceutical Sciences on the notified date with original documents for verification and fee payment.
- Documents required: D.Pharm marksheets (both years), 10th and 12th marksheets and certificates, transfer/migration certificate, passport size photographs, caste certificate (if applicable), domicile certificate, Aadhaar card, EWS certificate (if applicable).
- Admission is confirmed only after document verification and fee payment.
CSJMU B.Pharm Lateral Scholarships 2026
Available Scholarships
| Scholarship | Eligibility | Amount | Application |
|---|---|---|---|
| CSJMU Merit-cum-Means Scholarship | Enrolled students on campus; top 25 percentile in programme; family income below Rs. 2,00,000 per annum; no backlog; not receiving any other scholarship | 25% of annual tuition fee (Rs. 26,500 per annum for B.Pharm) | Apply through Director/Head of School after first year results; submit income certificate from Tehsildar/Magistrate |
| UP Government Post-Matric Scholarship (SC/ST/OBC) | SC/ST/OBC students domiciled in Uttar Pradesh; enrolled in recognised institution | Varies by category: SC/ST students may receive up to Rs. 75,000+ per annum; OBC students up to Rs. 50,000-60,000 per annum (as per UP government norms) | Apply on scholarship.up.gov.in before the annual deadline (typically October-November each year) |
| National Scholarship Portal - Central Schemes | Students from minority communities, SC/ST/OBC as per central government norms | Varies by scheme | Apply on scholarships.gov.in |
| PM-USP (Pradhan Mantri Uchchatar Shiksha Protsahan) Yojana | Students with family income below Rs. 4.5 lakh per annum; enrolled in UGC-recognised institutions | Up to Rs. 2,000 per month (Rs. 24,000 per annum) | Apply through the university; details at csjmu.ac.in |
- The CSJMU Merit-cum-Means Scholarship is available from the second year onwards (after completion of first year).
- For B.Pharm Lateral Entry students, this means from the 2nd year of the lateral entry programme (i.e., 4th year of B.Pharm equivalent).
- Students already receiving any state/central/OBC/SC/ST scholarship are not eligible for the CSJMU Merit-cum-Means Scholarship simultaneously.
- Scholarship renewal requires maintaining top 25 percentile ranking, clearing all subjects in first attempt, and maintaining good conduct.
- UP Government scholarships are processed through the state scholarship portal; students must apply within the notified deadline each academic year.
CSJMU B.Pharm Lateral Placement 2026
Top Recruiters and Placement Highlights
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Top Recruiters | Panacea, Alembic Pharmaceuticals, Alteus, Intas, Torrent, Glenmark, Macleods, Aristo, Stanex |
| Placement Support | Dedicated Training and Placement Cell (placement.csjmu.ac.in); Industry MOUs with CSIR-CDRI and CSIR-NEIST |
| Higher Education | Students pursue at NIPER, BHU, Jamia, DIPSARU; Strong GPAT qualifiers |
According to an external review site Ranking 2026, CSJMU ranks 85 out of 200 colleges in India and 10th in state Uttar Pradesh for its B.Pharma {Lateral} program.
- 101-125 out of 125 under NIRF Pharmacy Ranking 2025.
Read more on CSJMU Rankings here
CSJMU B.Pharm Lateral FAQs
Ques. What is B.Pharm Lateral Entry and how is it different from the regular B.Pharm at CSJMU?
Ans. B.Pharm Lateral Entry is a special admission route that allows D.Pharm holders to directly enter the 2nd year (3rd semester) of the B.Pharm programme, bypassing the 1st year. This means lateral entry students complete B.Pharm in 3 years (6 semesters) instead of the regular 4 years (8 semesters). The curriculum from the 2nd year onwards is the same as the regular B.Pharm programme. The lateral entry route is ideal for D.Pharm graduates who are already working as pharmacists and want to upgrade their qualification to a degree-level B.Pharm without repeating the foundational subjects they have already studied in D.Pharm.
Ques. Is there any entrance exam for B.Pharm Lateral Entry at CSJMU?
Ans. No, there is no separate entrance examination for B.Pharm Lateral Entry at CSJMU. Admission is based purely on merit in D.Pharm marks. The regular B.Pharm (4-year) programme requires an entrance test conducted by CSJMU, but the lateral entry route is merit-based on D.Pharm performance. An interview may be conducted as per university norms. Students should apply online through the CSJMU admission portal and submit their D.Pharm marksheets for merit evaluation.
Ques. Can I pursue B.Pharm Lateral Entry at CSJMU while working as a pharmacist?
Ans. B.Pharm Lateral Entry at CSJMU is a full-time on-campus programme, which means students are required to attend regular classes at the university campus in Kalyanpur, Kanpur. It is not a distance or part-time programme. Students must maintain 75% attendance in each subject to be eligible for end-semester examinations. Therefore, it is not possible to simultaneously work full-time as a pharmacist while pursuing this programme. However, students who have completed D.Pharm and are currently working may take a break from employment to complete the 3-year B.Pharm Lateral Entry programme.
Ques. What are the career opportunities after B.Pharm from CSJMU?
Ans. B.Pharm graduates from CSJMU have a wide range of career opportunities. In the pharmaceutical industry, they can work in production, quality control, quality assurance, regulatory affairs, and pharmaceutical marketing with companies like Panacea, Alembic, Intas, Torrent, Glenmark, and Macleods - all of which are active recruiters at CSJMU. In the government sector, B.Pharm graduates are eligible for Drug Inspector posts, government pharmacist positions, and central/state government pharmacy jobs. In hospitals, they can work as clinical pharmacists or hospital pharmacists. B.Pharm graduates are also eligible to pursue M.Pharm (with GPAT qualification) and Ph.D. for academic and research careers. CSJMU has a strong track record of GPAT qualifiers and students who have gone on to NIPER, BHU, Jamia, and DIPSARU for higher studies.
Ques. What is the difference between D.Pharm and B.Pharm? Why should a D.Pharm holder pursue B.Pharm Lateral Entry?
Ans. D.Pharm (Diploma in Pharmacy) is a 2-year diploma programme that qualifies a person to work as a registered pharmacist. B.Pharm (Bachelor of Pharmacy) is a 4-year degree programme that opens up significantly more career opportunities. With a B.Pharm degree, graduates can apply for higher-level positions in pharmaceutical companies (production, R&D, regulatory affairs), pursue M.Pharm and Ph.D., appear for GPAT, and apply for Drug Inspector posts (which require a B.Pharm degree in most states). The B.Pharm Lateral Entry route at CSJMU allows D.Pharm holders to obtain a B.Pharm degree in just 3 additional years, making it a cost-effective and time-efficient upgrade. The annual fee of Rs. 1,11,200 at a NAAC A++ government university makes it one of the most affordable B.Pharm programmes in Uttar Pradesh.
Ques. Does CSJMU provide placement assistance for B.Pharm Lateral Entry students? What companies recruit from CSJMU?
Ans. Yes, CSJMU has a dedicated Training and Placement Cell (placement.csjmu.ac.in) that facilitates campus placements for pharmacy students. The School of Pharmaceutical Sciences has a strong placement record, with students placed in top pharma companies including Panacea Pharma, Alembic Pharmaceuticals, Alteus, Intas Pharmaceuticals, Torrent Pharmaceuticals, Glenmark, Macleods, Aristo, and Stanex. The school also has industry-academia linkages through MOUs with CSIR-CDRI (Lucknow) and CSIR-NEIST, which provide research and internship opportunities. B.Pharm Lateral Entry students are eligible for the same placement support as regular B.Pharm students. Students who qualify GPAT also receive preference in M.Pharm admissions at premier institutions like NIPER.