Accepted entrance exams
Fees
Fees at Rajasthan University of Health Sciences for the Bachelor of Science (B.Sc) in Nursing program vary based on gender and category. For SC/ST boys and all female students, the annual fee is INR 21,000. General and OBC boys pay between INR 51,000 to INR 70,000 per year, with variations depending on the college tier, with some institutions charging as much as INR 85,000. Hostels typically charge around INR 48,000 annually, and additional fees such as uniform, transportation, and books may amount to INR 10,000- 20,000 yearly.
Scholarships are notably available for ST, SC, OBC, and other backward categories, facilitated by government bodies, which can provide full tuition reimbursement for eligible categories. Higher fees up to INR 90,000 are reported in private colleges, and certain fees like caution money and practical fees are separate.
About Diploma in Pharmacy [D.Pharm]
Rajasthan University of Health Sciences (RUHS) offers Diploma in Pharmacy, a 2-year full-time program recognised by the Pharmacy Council of India. Admission is through RUHS Common Undergraduate Entrance Test 2026. The total course fee is INR 1,10,000. RUHS affiliates pharmacy colleges across Rajasthan, enabling students to train at government hospitals and community pharmacies throughout the state.
📋 Admission Status: Applications closed. Seat allotment begins 22 July 2026.
RUHS D.Pharma Fees 2026
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fee (First Year) | INR 18,000 |
| Caution Deposit (Refundable) | INR 3,000 |
| Total Fees (2 Years) | INR 1,10,000 |
- Total fee includes tuition, practical, laboratory, and examination charges for both years.
- INR 3,000 caution deposit is fully refundable on programme completion.
RUHS D.Pharma Admission 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| RUHS CUET 2026 Exam | 21 May 2026 |
| RUHS CUET 2026 Result | 2 June 2026 |
| Counselling Registration Opens | 16 June 2026 |
| Counselling Registration Closes | 8 July 2026 |
| Provisional Merit List | 16 July 2026 |
| Choice Filling Window | 16 to 20 July 2026 |
| Round 1 Seat Allotment | 22 July 2026 |
| College Reporting | 22 to 28 July 2026 |
| Class Commencement | August 2026 (Tentative) |
- Counselling registration fee is INR 550 per faculty course, payable through the official portal.
- Original 10+2 marksheet, domicile certificate, and category certificate must be produced at college reporting.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Passed 10+2 from a recognised board with Physics and Chemistry as compulsory subjects.
- Minimum 45% aggregate marks in the qualifying examination for general category candidates.
- Valid Rajasthan domicile certificate required for state quota seats at RUHS-affiliated colleges.
Admission Process
- Register and appear for RUHS Common Undergraduate Entrance Test 2026 at ruhscuet2026.com.
- Check the RUHS CUET 2026 result and verify merit rank after the result was declared on 2 June 2026.
- Register for counselling between 16 June and 8 July 2026 and pay the INR 550 counselling fee.
- Complete choice filling for preferred pharmacy colleges from 16 to 20 July 2026 on the portal.
- Accept seat allotment result announced on 22 July 2026 and pay the confirmation deposit online.
- Report to the allotted college by 28 July 2026 with all original certificates to complete enrolment.
✓ Opt for this if
- Seeking an affordable PCI-recognised pharmacy qualification in Rajasthan.
- Planning to work in retail pharmacy or hospital dispensary roles.
- Aiming for B.Pharma lateral entry after completing D.Pharma.
- Preferring a short 2-year Rajasthan-based pathway into the pharmacy field.
✗ Skip if
- Aiming for industrial or clinical research pharmacy requiring a B.Pharma degree.
- Expecting campus placement support for pharmaceutical company jobs.
- Preferring a degree-level qualification over a diploma programme.
RUHS D.Pharma Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Chief Minister’s Higher Education Scholarship | Full tuition reimbursement | SC/ST/OBC/EWS/MBC students with Rajasthan domicile |
| Post-Matric Scholarship for SC Students | Full tuition and maintenance allowance | SC students from Rajasthan via National Scholarship Portal |
| Dr. Ambedkar Post-Matric Scholarship for EBC | Tuition fee and maintenance | Economically backward class students domiciled in Rajasthan |
- Apply for Rajasthan state scholarships at scholarships.rajasthan.gov.in before December 31 each year.
- Income certificate and domicile proof are mandatory for all state scholarship applications at RUHS.
RUHS D.Pharma FAQs
Ques. What is RUHS CUET and how does it determine D.Pharma admission?
Ans. RUHS Common Undergraduate Entrance Test is a state-level exam conducted by Rajasthan University of Health Sciences for admission to programmes including D.Pharma, B.Pharma, B.Sc Nursing, and allied health sciences. The 2026 exam was held on 21 May 2026 and the result was declared on 2 June 2026. Admission to D.Pharma is entirely merit-based on the CUET score through an online counselling process. There is no management quota or direct admission route for D.Pharma at RUHS-affiliated colleges.
Ques. What is the total fee for D.Pharma at RUHS and are there scholarships available?
Ans. The total course fee for D.Pharma at RUHS-affiliated colleges is INR 1,10,000 for the complete 2-year programme, covering tuition, practical, laboratory, and examination charges. Students from SC, ST, OBC, EWS, and MBC categories who hold a Rajasthan domicile certificate can apply for the Chief Minister’s Higher Education Scholarship, which reimburses the full tuition fee. Applications are submitted online at scholarships.rajasthan.gov.in after admission.
Ques. Can a D.Pharma graduate from RUHS pursue B.Pharma lateral entry?
Ans. Yes, D.Pharma graduates from RUHS-affiliated colleges are generally eligible to apply for lateral entry into the second year of a B.Pharma programme at institutions offering this route. Eligibility, available seats, and specific entry conditions vary by institution, so candidates should verify lateral entry provisions with the target pharmacy college at the time of application. RUHS D.Pharma carries full PCI recognition, which supports lateral entry applications.
Ques. What career options are available after completing D.Pharma from RUHS?
Ans. After completing D.Pharma from an RUHS-affiliated college, graduates can register with the Rajasthan Pharmacy Council and work as licensed pharmacists in retail pharmacies, government health dispensaries, hospital pharmacy departments, and community health programmes. They are also eligible to open a licensed pharmacy shop. Some graduates go into pharmaceutical sales and marketing, while others use D.Pharma as a foundation to pursue B.Pharma or further qualifications.
Ques. What documents are required at the time of reporting to the allotted D.Pharma college?
Ans. At the time of college reporting, students must carry original copies of the 10+2 marksheet and passing certificate, school transfer certificate, RUHS CUET 2026 admit card, RUHS CUET seat allotment letter, Rajasthan domicile certificate, category certificate if applicable, valid photo identity proof, and recent passport-size photographs. Failure to produce original documents may result in cancellation of the allotted seat.
Ques. Is Rajasthan domicile mandatory for D.Pharma admission at RUHS colleges?
Ans. State quota seats at RUHS-affiliated pharmacy colleges are reserved for Rajasthan domicile holders. Non-Rajasthan candidates may be considered for any seats that remain vacant after all rounds of state quota counselling. Students from outside Rajasthan should monitor residual seat notifications released by RUHS after the completion of regular counselling rounds. Applying through the general pool during later rounds is typically the available route for non-domicile candidates.