Bachelor of Pharmacy [B Pharma]

Raghavendra Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research (RIPER), Anantapur, offers a 4-year Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm) programme affiliated with JNTUA and approved by the Pharmacy Council of India. Admission is through the AP EAPCET Pharmacy entrance test. Total programme fees are INR 2,15,200 for the four-year course. RIPER holds NBA accreditation for its B.Pharm programme and has an intake of 100 seats per year.

📋 Admission Status: Applications are currently open. Last date to apply is 29 July 2026.

RIPER B.Pharm Fees 2026

• Fee figures are sourced from the official RIPER website and are subject to revision each session.
• Examination and laboratory charges may be levied separately as per university norms.

RIPER B.Pharm Admission 2026

• Counselling registration and web options entry are conducted at cets.apsche.ap.gov.in.
• Candidates must pay the counselling processing fee at the time of online registration.

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 with English
• Minimum 45% aggregate marks in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology or Mathematics as per PCI norms
• Valid rank in AP EAPCET Pharmacy stream for admission through counselling
• Minimum age of 17 years as on the date of commencement of the academic year

Admission Process

• Register at the AP EAPCET portal, pay application fee, and appear for the pharmacy entrance test
• Download the AP EAPCET rank card after result declaration from the official portal
• Register for centralised counselling at cets.apsche.ap.gov.in and upload required documents
• Fill web options by entering college and course preferences in order of priority
• Check seat allotment result and confirm allotment by paying the acceptance fee online
• Report to RIPER with original certificates and fee payment within the notified dates

✓ Opt for this if

• Planning a pharmacy career in the AP and Telangana pharma industry corridor
• Looking for NBA-accredited B.Pharm programme at affordable fees
• Prefer a JNTUA-affiliated degree recognised by AP pharma recruiters
• Want a PCI-approved college with strong academic structure in Rayalaseema

✗ Skip if

• Need a metro-city campus with wider multinational pharma exposure
• Seeking a pharmacy institution with strong M.Pharm research output
• Prefer a higher-ranked autonomous pharmacy college in Andhra Pradesh
• Require confirmed hostel accommodation near the campus

RIPER B.Pharm Scholarships 2026

• AP Fee Reimbursement applications are submitted through the AP scholarship portal at apeamcet.apsche.ap.gov.in.
• Central post-matric scholarships are applied through the National Scholarship Portal at scholarships.gov.in.

RIPER B.Pharm FAQs

Ques. What is the total fee for B.Pharm at RIPER Anantapur?

Ans. The total fee for the 4-year B.Pharm programme at RIPER Anantapur is INR 2,15,200, charged at INR 53,800 per year. This figure is sourced from the official RIPER website and covers tuition. Examination fees and laboratory charges may be levied separately as per JNTUA norms. Students should confirm the final fee with the admissions office before completing the counselling process.

Ques. How is admission to B.Pharm at RIPER Anantapur done?

Ans. Admission to B.Pharm at RIPER is through the AP EAPCET Pharmacy entrance test conducted annually by APSCHE. Candidates register at the AP EAPCET portal, appear for the exam, and participate in centralised web counselling at cets.apsche.ap.gov.in. Seats are allotted based on AP EAPCET rank, college preferences, and category reservation as per the AP government counselling schedule.

Ques. What is the eligibility for B.Pharm admission at RIPER Anantapur?

Ans. Candidates must have passed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology or Mathematics with English from a recognised board, with at least 45% aggregate marks as per PCI norms. A valid rank in the AP EAPCET Pharmacy stream is required for counselling. The minimum age is 17 years at the time of joining. SC/ST candidates get a 5% relaxation in qualifying marks.

Ques. Is RIPER B.Pharm approved by the Pharmacy Council of India?

Ans. Yes. RIPER’s B.Pharm programme is approved by the Pharmacy Council of India (PCI), which is the mandatory regulatory body for pharmacy education in India. The college is also affiliated with Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University Anantapur (JNTUA) and holds NBA accreditation for its B.Pharm programme. PCI-approved colleges are eligible to register graduates with the State Pharmacy Council for pharmacy practice.

Ques. What are the career options after completing B.Pharm from RIPER?

Ans. B.Pharm graduates from RIPER can work in pharmaceutical manufacturing, quality control, regulatory affairs, and hospital pharmacy. They can apply for Drug Inspector posts through state public service commissions and appear in GPAT for M.Pharm admission. Graduates may also pursue careers in clinical research, medical sales, and formulation development in companies operating in the AP and Hyderabad pharma hub.

Ques. What scholarships are available for B.Pharm students at RIPER?

Ans. SC/ST and BC/EBC students admitted to RIPER through AP EAPCET counselling can apply for the AP Fee Reimbursement scheme, which covers the full tuition fee subject to income limits. Central government post-matric scholarships are available through the National Scholarship Portal for SC/ST students. Applications for AP state scholarships are submitted through the official AP scholarship portal before the notified deadline each academic year.