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About Diploma in Pharmacy [D.Pharm]
SCPM College of Nursing and Paramedical Science, Gonda offers Diploma in Pharmacy, a 2-year programme affiliated with Dr. Ram Manohar Lohia Avadh University, Faizabad, and approved by the Pharmacy Council of India (PCI). Admission is through JEECUP 2026 conducted by the Board of Technical Education, UP. The annual tuition fee is INR 65,000, making the total course fee INR 1,30,000 for the complete duration.
📋 Admission Status: Applications closed. Counselling Rounds are underway as of July 2026.
SCPM Gonda D.Pharma Fees 2026
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Annual Tuition Fee (per year) | INR 65,000 |
| Hostel Fee (Optional, per year) | INR 78,000 |
| Total Fees (2 years, without hostel) | INR 1,30,000 |
- Hostel accommodation is optional and billed separately from the programme fee.
- PCI-mandated examination fees may be charged separately per semester.
- Fee structure is subject to revision as per RMLAU and PCI norms each session.
SCPM Gonda D.Pharma Admission 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| JEECUP Application Window Closes | April 30, 2026 |
| JEECUP Admit Card Release | May 8, 2026 |
| JEECUP Exam | May 15 to May 22, 2026 |
| JEECUP Result | May 30, 2026 |
| Counselling Registration Closes | July 2026 (Tentative) |
| Class Commencement | August 2026 (Tentative) |
- Admission is through JEECUP merit rank for the pharmacy group (Group E).
- Multiple counselling rounds are conducted by BTEUP including a stray vacancy round.
- PCI approval of the institute is mandatory for D.Pharma recognition.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Passed 10+2 with Physics and Chemistry as compulsory subjects from a recognised board.
- Biology or Mathematics as the third subject, with minimum 45% aggregate marks in PCB or PCM.
- Valid JEECUP 2026 rank for D.Pharma (Group E) as per BTEUP counselling guidelines.
Admission Process
- Register and appear for JEECUP 2026 conducted by the Board of Technical Education, Uttar Pradesh.
- Check JEECUP results published on the official BTEUP portal after May 30, 2026.
- Register for BTEUP online counselling and fill D.Pharma college preferences by merit rank.
- Pay the counselling fee and confirm seat acceptance within the stipulated period.
- Report to SCPM Gonda with original documents including Class 12 marksheet and JEECUP rank card.
- Complete document verification and fee payment to finalise admission.
✓ Opt for this if
- You want to enter the pharmacy field with a 2-year diploma at a low cost.
- You aim to work in community pharmacies, hospital dispensaries, or drugstores.
- You prefer a short, job-ready programme before pursuing B.Pharma later.
- You are a UP domicile candidate with a good JEECUP pharmacy group rank.
✗ Skip if
- You want to directly enrol in B.Pharma or Pharm.D without a lateral entry route.
- You need a university with a strong pharmaceutical industry placement record.
- You are aiming for pharmaceutical R&D or clinical trial positions after pharmacy studies.
SCPM Gonda D.Pharma Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility / Schedule |
|---|---|---|
| UP Post-Matric Scholarship (SC/ST/OBC) | Variable, state-funded | SC, ST, OBC pharmacy students domiciled in Uttar Pradesh |
| NSP Post-Matric Scholarship (EBC/Minority) | Up to INR 25,000 per year | EBC and minority students via National Scholarship Portal |
| UP Government Technical Education Scholarship | Variable | Students pursuing technical/pharmacy diplomas in UP under BTEUP |
- Apply through scholarships.up.gov.in for UP state scholarships each academic year.
- NSP applications open each October at scholarships.gov.in for the ongoing session.
SCPM Gonda D.Pharma FAQs
Ques. What is the total fee for D.Pharma at SCPM Gonda?
Ans. The annual tuition fee for D.Pharma at SCPM College of Nursing and Paramedical Science, Gonda, is INR 65,000, making the total course fee INR 1,30,000 for the 2-year programme. Hostel accommodation is available optionally at INR 78,000 per year. Students should verify the exact fee structure at the time of admission as it may be revised each session by the university and BTEUP.
Ques. Which exam is used for D.Pharma admission at SCPM Gonda?
Ans. Admission to D.Pharma at SCPM Gonda is through JEECUP 2026 (Group E for Pharmacy), conducted by the Board of Technical Education, Uttar Pradesh (BTEUP). The JEECUP 2026 exam was held from May 15 to May 22, 2026, and results were declared on May 30, 2026. Candidates are shortlisted and counselled based on JEECUP merit rank for D.Pharma seats across all BTEUP-affiliated pharmacy colleges in UP.
Ques. Is D.Pharma from SCPM Gonda approved by the Pharmacy Council of India?
Ans. D.Pharma at SCPM College of Nursing and Paramedical Science, Gonda, is affiliated with Dr. Ram Manohar Lohia Avadh University (RMLAU), Faizabad, and the programme must be approved by the Pharmacy Council of India (PCI) for the diploma to be valid for pharmacist registration. Candidates should confirm the current PCI approval status of this college before seeking admission, as PCI recognition determines eligibility to appear for the pharmacist registration examination.
Ques. What career options are available after D.Pharma from SCPM Gonda?
Ans. D.Pharma graduates can register as pharmacists and work in retail pharmacies, hospital dispensaries, government health centres, and drug manufacturing units. They can appear for the Pharmacist Registration Examination conducted by the State Pharmacy Council. Graduates may also pursue lateral entry into the second year of B.Pharma for degree-level qualification, which opens doors to pharmaceutical industry and regulatory career pathways.
Ques. What is the eligibility for D.Pharma at SCPM Gonda?
Ans. To be eligible for D.Pharma at SCPM Gonda, candidates must have passed 10+2 with Physics and Chemistry as compulsory subjects, along with either Biology or Mathematics, from a recognised board. A minimum of 45% aggregate marks in Physics, Chemistry, and the third subject is required. Candidates must also obtain a valid JEECUP 2026 rank under Group E (Pharmacy) as per BTEUP norms for counselling eligibility.
Ques. Can a D.Pharma graduate from SCPM Gonda pursue B.Pharma later?
Ans. Yes, D.Pharma graduates can seek lateral entry into the second year of a B.Pharma programme offered by universities across India, subject to the availability of lateral entry seats and the specific eligibility criteria of the admitting university. Lateral entry to B.Pharma shortens the B.Pharma duration from 4 years to 3 years. In Uttar Pradesh, BTEUP and AKTU both offer lateral entry to D.Pharma holders into B.Pharma programmes.