Accepted entrance exams
Fees
Fees at Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences for the Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) program vary significantly based on the quota under which admission is secured. Government quota tuition fees are approximately INR 60,000 to 1,00,000 per year, depending on student residency. Private seats command higher fees ranging from INR 11,00,000 to 12,00,000 annually, and management quota fees escalate dramatically, reaching from INR 90,00,000 to 1.8 crores for the full course.
Additional fees include examination fees ranging from INR 5,500 to 8,000 each year, with hostel charges approximately INR 38,000 per course duration. Mess fees are around INR 3,000 to 4,100 per month. Scholarships like SSP and NSP are available for eligible students, particularly those from reserved categories, potentially covering nearly full tuition costs. Financial aid varies with governmental policies and student socioeconomic background. Stipends are provided during compulsory internships, offering financial relief to enrolled candidates.
About Doctor of Pharmacy [Pharm.D]
The Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D) offered through Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences (RGUHS)-affiliated pharmacy colleges in Karnataka is a six-year, full-time professional doctorate comprising five academic years and a mandatory one-year internship. The programme covers pharmaceutical sciences, clinical pharmacy, pharmacology, pharmacotherapeutics, hospital and community pharmacy practice, and patient counselling. Pharm.D graduates are qualified clinical pharmacists recognised by the Pharmacy Council of India (PCI), with scope in hospital pharmacy, drug information services, and clinical research.
📋 Admission Status: RGUHS Pharm.D admissions for 2026-27 are open. Government-quota seats are filled through KCET followed by KEA counselling. Management-quota seats are filled directly by affiliated pharmacy colleges. Monitor kea.kar.nic.in and rguhs.ac.in for the 2026-27 admission schedule.
Key Points
- Six-year professional doctorate (5 years + 1 internship) affiliated to RGUHS and approved by PCI.
- Covers clinical pharmacy, pharmacotherapeutics, hospital pharmacy, and patient counselling.
- KCET-based admission for government-quota seats; management quota direct at affiliated colleges.
- Graduates earn PCI-recognised Pharm.D qualification with scope in clinical and hospital pharmacy.
- Total university fee at government-affiliated college: INR 1,34,000.
RGUHS Bangalore Doctor of Pharmacy Fees
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Course Duration | 6 Years (5 Academic + 1 Internship, Full Time) |
| Total Fees (Govt) | INR 1,34,000 |
- RGUHS govt pharmacy colleges: INR 1,34,000 for six years.
- Private affiliated colleges charge additional tuition above the university fee.
- Confirm full fees at rguhs.ac.in or the affiliated pharmacy college.
RGUHS Bangalore Doctor of Pharmacy Admission 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| KCET 2026 Registration | January to February 2026 (check kea.kar.nic.in) |
| KCET 2026 Examination | April 2026 (check kea.kar.nic.in) |
| KCET 2026 Result | May 2026 |
| KEA Pharmacy Counselling Round 1 | June to July 2026 (check kea.kar.nic.in) |
| Management Quota Admission | July to August 2026 (direct at affiliated college) |
| Classes Commence | August to September 2026 |
- KCET 2026 for government-quota Pharm.D; monitor kea.kar.nic.in.
- Management quota: apply to RGUHS pharmacy colleges; 10+2 PCB 45%.
- Confirm PCI approval and RGUHS affiliation before finalising college choice.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates must have passed 10+2 or equivalent from a recognised board with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology (or Mathematics) as subjects.
- Minimum 45 percent aggregate in the qualifying 10+2 examination (40 percent for SC/ST/OBC candidates).
- KCET score required for government-quota seats; management quota may admit on 10+2 merit.
- Minimum age of 17 years at the time of admission.
Admission Process
- Register for KCET 2026 at kea.kar.nic.in (January-February 2026) and appear for the examination in April 2026.
- Check KCET 2026 result; verify rank and eligibility for Pharm.D at RGUHS-affiliated colleges.
- Participate in KEA pharmacy counselling at kea.kar.nic.in; submit preferences for RGUHS-affiliated pharmacy colleges offering Pharm.D.
- Management-quota candidates: apply directly to the affiliated pharmacy college; submit 10+2 marksheets, community certificate, and identity documents.
- Accept the allotted seat; pay the first-year fee and complete document verification; report to the college; classes commence August-September 2026.
✓ Opt for this if
- 10+2 PCB students seeking clinical pharmacy career without MBBS route
- Targeting hospital pharmacy, clinical pharmacist, or drug information roles
- Karnataka-domicile students preferring KCET-based government-quota seat
- Interested in PCI-recognised 6-year professional doctorate with hospital internship
- Planning career in pharmaceutical industry regulatory affairs or clinical research
✗ Skip if
- Prefer B.Pharm as a shorter 4-year route into pharmacy practice
- Targeting MBBS-equivalent clinical practice; Pharm.D does not grant MBBS privileges
- Expecting a standalone pharmacy university with strong national placement record
- Looking for Pharm.D Post Baccalaureate for B.Pharm holders, not the UG Pharm.D
RGUHS Bangalore Doctor of Pharmacy Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Karnataka SC/ST Scholarship | Full tuition reimbursement | Karnataka-domicile SC/ST students; apply via state scholarship portal after admission |
| Central Sector Scholarship (NSP) | Up to INR 20,000/year | Merit-based; family income below INR 8,00,000; apply at scholarships.gov.in |
| Prime Minister’s Scholarship | INR 30,000/year | For wards of ex-servicemen and ex-Coast Guard; apply via KSB portal |
- Karnataka SC/ST students: apply for fee reimbursement via state scholarship portal.
- Central Sector Scholarship: apply at scholarships.gov.in; income criteria apply.
- Verify eligibility at the NSP portal (scholarships.gov.in) after admission.
RGUHS Bangalore Doctor of Pharmacy FAQs
Ques. What is the eligibility for Pharm.D at RGUHS?
Ans. Candidates must have passed 10+2 or equivalent with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology (or Mathematics) from a recognised board with a minimum of 45 percent aggregate (40 percent for SC/ST/OBC candidates). Candidates must have appeared in KCET for government-quota seats. Management-quota seats have relaxed eligibility; confirm directly with the affiliated pharmacy college.
Ques. What is the fee for Pharm.D at RGUHS?
Ans. The total university fee at government-affiliated RGUHS pharmacy colleges is INR 1,34,000 for the six-year Pharm.D programme. Private affiliated colleges may charge additional tuition fees. Confirm the full fee (including college-level tuition, hostel, and other charges) at rguhs.ac.in or the specific affiliated pharmacy college.
Ques. How is admission to Pharm.D at RGUHS done?
Ans. Government-quota seats in the Pharm.D at RGUHS-affiliated colleges are filled through KCET scores and KEA counselling at kea.kar.nic.in. Management-quota seats are filled directly by affiliated pharmacy colleges based on 10+2 marks. Candidates should monitor kea.kar.nic.in and rguhs.ac.in for the 2026-27 schedule.
Ques. What are the career options after Pharm.D from RGUHS?
Ans. Pharm.D graduates can work as clinical pharmacists, drug information specialists, hospital pharmacy managers, medical affairs executives, and clinical research associates. PCI-recognised Pharm.D holders are eligible for clinical pharmacy roles in government hospitals, private hospital chains, pharmaceutical companies, and regulatory agencies. Graduates may also pursue Pharm.D (Post Baccalaureate) or M.Pharm for academic roles.
Ques. What is the duration of Pharm.D at RGUHS?
Ans. The Pharm.D at RGUHS-affiliated colleges is a six-year, full-time professional programme comprising five academic years with theory and practical training followed by a one-year mandatory clinical internship at an affiliated teaching hospital. The programme is approved by the Pharmacy Council of India and leads to a PCI-recognised professional doctorate qualification.