About Diploma in Pharmacy [D.Pharm]
GCRG Group of Institutions, Lucknow, offers a two-year Diploma in Pharmacy programme approved by the Pharmacy Council of India with an intake of 60 seats. The programme covers pharmaceutical chemistry, pharmacology, drug formulation, and pharmacy practice, equipping graduates to work as registered pharmacists at retail and hospital pharmacies. Total programme fees are INR 1,20,000. Admission is through JEECUP Group E score and UP state pharmacy counselling.
📋 Admission Status: Applications closed. Counselling began July 2026.
GCRG D.Pharma Fees 2026
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Annual Tuition Fee | INR 60,000 |
| Hostel (Optional) | INR 80,000 per year |
| Total Fees | INR 1,20,000 |
- Total Fees represent tuition for the complete two-year programme excluding hostel.
- Hostel charges of INR 80,000 per year are optional and excluded from Total Fees.
- Fee paid annually at the start of each academic year as per the college schedule.
GCRG D.Pharma Admission 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| JEECUP Registration Opened | January 15, 2026 |
| JEECUP Registration Closed | April 30, 2026 |
| JEECUP Admit Card Released | May 8, 2026 |
| JEECUP Exam | May 15 to May 22, 2026 |
| JEECUP Result Declared | May 30, 2026 |
| JEECUP Counselling Begins | July 2026 |
| Class Commencement | September 2026 |
- D.Pharma admission at GCRG is through JEECUP Group E for pharmacy candidates in Uttar Pradesh.
- Candidates must register for UP pharmacy counselling after the JEECUP result to fill GCRG as a preference.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Passed 10+2 from a recognised board with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology or Mathematics as compulsory subjects.
- Minimum aggregate of 50 percent in the qualifying examination. Reserved category candidates require 45 percent.
- Minimum age of 17 years as on or before 31 December 2026 at the time of admission.
Admission Process
- Register and appear in JEECUP (Group E for Pharmacy) conducted by the Uttar Pradesh government.
- After the JEECUP result, register for UP D.Pharma counselling through the designated state portal.
- Fill choice of pharmacy colleges during the counselling choice-filling round based on JEECUP rank.
- Receive seat allotment for GCRG and report to the college with original 10+2 mark sheets, JEECUP scorecard, and documents.
- Pay the annual tuition fee and complete the enrolment formalities to confirm admission.
✓ Opt for this if
- You want a PCI-approved diploma and a quick entry into the pharmacy workforce.
- You plan to work as a licensed pharmacist at a retail or hospital pharmacy in UP.
- You prefer a shorter two-year route before deciding whether to pursue B.Pharm later.
- You scored in JEECUP Group E and want a Lucknow-based PCI-approved pharmacy institute.
✗ Skip if
- You aim for a pharmaceutical industry or research role requiring a B.Pharm or M.Pharm degree.
- You want to work as a drug inspector, which requires a B.Pharm as the minimum qualification.
- You prefer to pursue B.Pharm directly for greater long-term career flexibility.
GCRG D.Pharma Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| GCRG Memorial Trust Scholarship | Merit-based fee concession | Meritorious students based on JEECUP rank and 10+2 marks |
| Girl Child Incentive Scheme | Fee concession on tuition | Female students admitted to any GCRG programme |
| UP Post-Matric Scholarship | As per government norms | SC, ST, OBC, and EWS students domiciled in Uttar Pradesh |
| National Scholarship Portal | As per government norms | Students from families with annual income below the prescribed threshold |
- Government scholarships applied through scholarships.gov.in before the annual deadline.
- GCRG institutional scholarships confirmed at the time of admission based on merit.
GCRG D.Pharma FAQs
Ques. Is D.Pharma at GCRG Lucknow approved by the Pharmacy Council of India?
Ans. Yes, the Diploma in Pharmacy at GCRG Group of Institutions, Lucknow, is approved by the Pharmacy Council of India. This PCI approval ensures that graduates can register with the UP state pharmacy council and obtain a pharmacist licence to practice legally at retail pharmacies, hospitals, and nursing homes across Uttar Pradesh and other states.
Ques. What is the total fee for D.Pharma at GCRG Lucknow?
Ans. The total tuition fee for the two-year D.Pharma programme at GCRG is INR 1,20,000, payable at INR 60,000 per year. Hostel accommodation is available at an additional cost of INR 80,000 per year. The tuition cost is among the lower ranges for PCI-approved D.Pharma programmes in Lucknow.
Ques. Which entrance exam is required for D.Pharma admission at GCRG?
Ans. Admission to D.Pharma at GCRG is through JEECUP Group E, which is the Uttar Pradesh Joint Entrance Examination for polytechnic and pharmacy programmes. JEECUP 2026 registration ran from January 15 to April 30, 2026, with the exam held in May 2026. Candidates register for UP pharmacy counselling after the result to fill GCRG as a preference.
Ques. What is the eligibility for D.Pharma at GCRG Group of Institutions?
Ans. Candidates must have passed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology or Mathematics from a recognised board with a minimum aggregate of 50 percent. Reserved category candidates require 45 percent. The minimum age requirement is 17 years as on or before 31 December of the admission year. A valid JEECUP Group E score is also required.
Ques. Can D.Pharma graduates from GCRG pursue B.Pharm through lateral entry?
Ans. Yes, D.Pharma holders from a PCI-approved institution like GCRG can pursue B.Pharm through lateral entry to the second year of the four-year B.Pharm programme at AKTU-affiliated pharmacy colleges. Lateral entry admissions are conducted through UPTAC. This pathway allows D.Pharma graduates to upgrade their qualification and access broader career options including drug inspection and pharmaceutical industry roles.
Ques. What career options are available after D.Pharma from GCRG?
Ans. D.Pharma graduates can register as licensed pharmacists and work at retail pharmacies, hospital dispensaries, community health centres, or government health facilities. Career options include retail pharmacist, hospital pharmacist, medical representative, and pharmacy store manager. Government pharmacy recruitment examinations in UP and central health departments also accept D.Pharma as the minimum qualification for pharmacist posts.