Bachelor of Pharmacy [B Pharma]

E.G.S. Pillay College of Pharmacy, Nagapattinam, Tamil Nadu, offers a 4-year B.Pharm programme affiliated to Tamil Nadu Dr. MGR Medical University (TNMGRMU), Chennai. Admission is based on Class 12 merit through Tamil Nadu state pharmacy counselling, with no entrance exam required. The total programme fee is INR 2,40,000, with an annual intake of 100 seats. The college is PCI-approved and AICTE-recognised, established in 2000.

📋 Admission Status: Admissions expected to open August 2026 (Tentative).

EGS Pillay Pharmacy B.Pharm Fees 2026

• Total fees cover the complete 4-year B.Pharm programme.
• Management quota fees may differ as per Tamil Nadu government notification.
• Hostel accommodation is available separately on campus.

EGS Pillay Pharmacy B.Pharm Admission 2026

• Counselling is conducted at tnmedicalselection.org for government and aided college seats.
• Selection is based on Class 12 PCB or PCM marks reduced to a base of 200.
• No entrance examination is required for B.Pharm admission in Tamil Nadu.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

• Passed Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology or Mathematics or Botany and Zoology.
• Minimum 40% aggregate marks in core science subjects (35% for SC/ST candidates).
• Vocational stream and private or open school candidates are not eligible for B.Pharm.
• Minimum age of 17 years at the time of admission.

Admission Process

• Complete Tamil Nadu Higher Secondary (Class 12) with science subjects and secure required marks.
• Register online on tnmedicalselection.org during the counselling window.
• Pay the application fee (INR 500) and upload required documents.
• Fill college preferences during the choice-locking phase.
• Accept allotment based on Class 12 merit and reservation category.
• Report to EGS Pillay College of Pharmacy with original documents and pay the programme fee.

✓ Opt for this if

• Seeking B.Pharm in Tamil Nadu without requiring a NEET score.
• From Nagapattinam or coastal Tamil Nadu for proximity to campus.
• Targeting pharmacy careers in Tamil Nadu’s growing healthcare sector.
• Planning M.Pharm or Pharm.D postgraduate study via TNMGRMU affiliated colleges.

✗ Skip if

• Seeking a college with strong industry placement and major pharma tie-ups.
• Preferring a B.Pharm college in Chennai or another metro for urban placements.
• Requiring a large research laboratory setup and PhD-level faculty for advanced learning.

EGS Pillay Pharmacy B.Pharm Scholarships 2026

• Apply for Tamil Nadu government scholarships through the Tamil Nadu e-Sevai portal.
• NSP scholarships are available at scholarships.gov.in with annual renewal requirements.

EGS Pillay Pharmacy B.Pharm FAQs

Ques. Is NEET required for B.Pharm admission at EGS Pillay College of Pharmacy?

Ans. No, NEET is not required for B.Pharm admission at EGS Pillay College of Pharmacy. Admission is based entirely on Class 12 merit, considering marks obtained in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology or Mathematics reduced to a base of 200. The counselling is conducted through tnmedicalselection.org by the Tamil Nadu Selection Committee. This makes B.Pharm accessible to students who did not appear for NEET.

Ques. What is the total B.Pharm fee at EGS Pillay College of Pharmacy Nagapattinam?

Ans. The total B.Pharm programme fee at EGS Pillay College of Pharmacy is INR 2,40,000 for the complete 4-year course. Management quota fee may differ from the government quota fee as per the Tamil Nadu Fee Fixation Committee notification. Hostel accommodation is available separately on campus. Eligible students can reduce costs through Tamil Nadu government scholarships and the NSP Post-Matric Scholarship scheme.

Ques. How many B.Pharm seats are available at EGS Pillay College of Pharmacy?

Ans. EGS Pillay College of Pharmacy has an annual B.Pharm intake of 100 seats as sanctioned by PCI and AICTE. Seats are divided between government quota (filled via Tamil Nadu state counselling at tnmedicalselection.org) and management quota (filled at the institutional level). Reservation norms as per Tamil Nadu government policy for BC, MBC, SC/ST, and EWS categories are applied.

Ques. What is the B.Pharm programme structure at this college?

Ans. The B.Pharm programme at EGS Pillay College of Pharmacy spans 4 years across eight semesters. The curriculum follows the PCI-approved B.Pharm syllabus and covers Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Pharmacology, Pharmacognosy, Pharmaceutics, and Pharmaceutical Analysis. The college is affiliated to Tamil Nadu Dr. MGR Medical University (TNMGRMU), Chennai, which conducts the board examinations. Practical lab training forms a significant part of the curriculum.

Ques. What career options are available after B.Pharm from EGS Pillay College of Pharmacy?

Ans. B.Pharm graduates from EGS Pillay College of Pharmacy can pursue careers as licensed pharmacists in retail and hospital pharmacies, quality control analysts in pharmaceutical manufacturing, medical representatives, or drug inspectors in government services. Postgraduate study in M.Pharm or Pharm.D is available through GPAT-based counselling. Drug regulatory affairs and clinical research are growing career tracks for B.Pharm graduates.

Ques. Does EGS Pillay College of Pharmacy offer hostel accommodation?

Ans. Hostel accommodation is available at EGS Pillay College of Pharmacy for students. Hostel charges are separate from the B.Pharm programme fee. Students are advised to contact the college admissions office at 04365-251260 for current hostel fee details, room availability, and facilities before confirming the admission seat.