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About Diploma in Pharmacy [D.Pharm]
The Diploma in Pharmacy (D.Pharma) at Oriental Group of Institutes (OGI), Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh, is a 2-year full-time diploma programme approved by the Pharmacy Council of India (PCI). OGI holds NAAC Grade B accreditation and has been operational since 1995. The programme covers pharmaceutical sciences, drug dispensing, pharmacology, pharmaceutical chemistry, and pharmacy practice, equipping students for roles in retail pharmacy, hospital pharmacy, and pharmaceutical distribution. Total fees are INR 1,11,000. Admission is through DTE Madhya Pradesh D.Pharma counselling based on Class 12 merit.
D.Pharma admissions for 2026-27 at OGI Bhopal are conducted through the DTE Madhya Pradesh D.Pharma counselling portal at dte.mponline.gov.in, based on Class 12 merit in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology or Mathematics. Counselling registration is expected to open in June 2026; candidates should monitor dte.mponline.gov.in and oriental.ac.in for the current schedule.
Key Points
- Programme: Diploma in Pharmacy (D.Pharma), Full Time, 2 years (4 semesters) including internship
- Total Fees: INR 1,11,000 (INR 55,500 per year)
- College: Oriental Group of Institutes (OGI), Bhopal (NAAC B+, PCI approved)
- Admission: DTE Madhya Pradesh D.Pharma counselling based on Class 12 merit; no national entrance exam required
- Graduates are eligible to register as pharmacists with the Madhya Pradesh State Pharmacy Council and work in retail, hospital, or community pharmacy
Oriental Group of Institutes Bhopal D.Pharma Fees
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Year 1 D.Pharma Tuition Fee | INR 55,500 |
| Year 2 D.Pharma Tuition Fee | INR 55,500 |
| Total Fees (Hostel charges separate) | INR 1,11,000 |
- Total tuition fees for the 2-year D.Pharma at OGI Bhopal are INR 1,11,000 (INR 55,500 per year), regulated by AFRC, Government of Madhya Pradesh; verify the current fee at oriental.ac.in before joining.
- Additional charges such as examination fees, library fees, and hostel accommodation are over and above the stated tuition fee.
Oriental Group of Institutes Bhopal D.Pharma Admission 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| DTE MP D.Pharma Counselling Registration (Tentative) | June 2026 |
| Seat Allotment Rounds (Tentative) | June to July 2026 |
| Document Verification and Reporting (Tentative) | July 2026 |
| OGI Direct Admissions (Management Quota, Tentative) | July to August 2026 |
| Classes Commence (Tentative) | August 2026 |
- Admission to D.Pharma at OGI Bhopal is based on Class 12 merit through DTE Madhya Pradesh D.Pharma counselling; register on dte.mponline.gov.in and complete choice filling when counselling opens.
- No national-level pharmacy entrance exam is required for D.Pharma admission through DTE MP counselling; candidates are ranked based on Class 12 marks in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology or Mathematics.
- Documents required at verification include Class 10 and 12 mark sheets and passing certificate, category certificate (if applicable), domicile certificate, transfer certificate, and Aadhaar card.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Passed class 12 (10+2) with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology or Mathematics (PCB or PCM) from a recognised board with a minimum of 45 percent aggregate marks (40 percent for SC, ST, and OBC candidates).
- Candidates appearing in the class 12 board examination in 2026 may apply provisionally; final admission is subject to meeting the eligibility criteria at the time of counselling.
- The programme is approved by PCI; graduates must register with the Madhya Pradesh State Pharmacy Council to practise as a pharmacist.
Admission Process
- Obtain qualifying marks in Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology or Mathematics.
- Register on the DTE Madhya Pradesh portal at dte.mponline.gov.in for D.Pharma counselling 2026 when registration opens in June 2026; pay the counselling registration fee.
- Complete online choice filling, selecting OGI Bhopal and D.Pharma among your preferences.
- Participate in seat allotment rounds; after allotment, confirm and freeze the seat online and pay the seat acceptance fee within the notified deadline.
- Report to OGI Bhopal for document verification with all original documents and pay the first-year fee of INR 55,500 to confirm the seat.
- Complete enrollment formalities and register with the state pharmacy council upon programme completion.
Oriental Group of Institutes Bhopal D.Pharma Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| MP Government Post-Matric Scholarship | As per state norms | SC/ST/OBC students from Madhya Pradesh; apply via MP Scholarship Portal (scholarshipportal.mp.nic.in) |
| NSP Post-Matric Scholarship | As per scheme norms | SC/ST/OBC/Minority/EBC students; apply via National Scholarship Portal (scholarships.gov.in) |
| OGI Merit Scholarship | Partial fee waiver | Students with strong class 12 performance; as per institute policy |
- SC/ST/OBC students from Madhya Pradesh should apply for state post-matric scholarships through the MP Scholarship Portal (scholarshipportal.mp.nic.in) immediately after admission.
- Students from economically weaker sections may explore NSP post-matric scholarships through the National Scholarship Portal (scholarships.gov.in).
Oriental Group of Institutes Bhopal D.Pharma FAQs
Ques. What is the total fee for D.Pharma at OGI Bhopal?
Ans. The total tuition fee for the 2-year D.Pharma at OGI Bhopal is INR 1,11,000 (INR 55,500 per year), regulated by AFRC, Government of Madhya Pradesh. Hostel and examination fees are charged separately. Verify the current fee at oriental.ac.in before joining.
Ques. What is the eligibility for D.Pharma at OGI Bhopal?
Ans. Candidates must have passed Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology or Mathematics (PCB or PCM) with a minimum of 45 percent aggregate marks (40 percent for SC/ST/OBC). Admission is through DTE Madhya Pradesh D.Pharma counselling based on Class 12 merit.
Ques. Is an entrance exam required for D.Pharma admission at OGI Bhopal?
Ans. No national-level entrance exam is required for D.Pharma admission at OGI Bhopal through DTE Madhya Pradesh counselling. Candidates are ranked based on Class 12 marks in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology or Mathematics.
Ques. Is OGI Bhopal recognised by PCI for D.Pharma?
Ans. Yes, the D.Pharma programme at Oriental Group of Institutes (OGI), Bhopal, is approved by the Pharmacy Council of India (PCI). Graduates can register with the Madhya Pradesh State Pharmacy Council to practise as a pharmacist.
Ques. What are the career options after D.Pharma from OGI Bhopal?
Ans. D.Pharma graduates from OGI Bhopal can work as retail pharmacists, hospital pharmacists, community pharmacists, drug store managers, or pharmaceutical sales representatives. Graduates may also pursue B.Pharm as a lateral entry option to advance their pharmacy career.