About Diploma in Pharmacy [D.Pharm]
Seacom Pharmacy College, Howrah, offers a 2-year full-time Diploma in Pharmacy recognised by the Pharmacy Council of India and approved by the West Bengal State Council of Technical Education. Admission is through WBSCTE online counselling, with an annual intake of 60 seats. The total course fee is INR 2.6 Lakhs for the 2-year duration. Located in Sankrail, Howrah, the college focuses exclusively on pharmacy education.
📋 Admission Status: Admissions expected to open August 2026 (Tentative).
Seacom Pharmacy College D.Pharma Fees 2026
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Programme Fee (2 Years) | INR 2,60,000 |
| Total Fees | INR 2,60,000 |
- Hostel and mess charges, if availed, are billed separately and not included in the above total.
- Students may explore loan options through scheduled banks under the Vidya Lakshmi portal.
Seacom Pharmacy College D.Pharma Admission 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| WBSCTE Application Opens | August 2026 (Tentative) |
| WBSCTE Application Closes | September 2026 (Tentative) |
| Merit List Publication | October 2026 (Tentative) |
| Seat Allotment | October 2026 (Tentative) |
| Document Verification | November 2026 (Tentative) |
| Class Commencement | November 2026 (Tentative) |
- Admission to D.Pharma in West Bengal is merit-based on 10+2 scores through WBSCTE counselling.
- A seat booking fee of INR 500 is payable at the time of choice locking on the portal.
- SC/ST/OBC and PwD candidates pay a reduced counselling application fee of INR 200.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Passed 10+2 or equivalent with Physics and Chemistry as compulsory subjects, along with Biology or Mathematics as the third science subject.
- Minimum age of 17 years as of December 31 of the year of admission.
- Indian citizenship is required to participate in WBSCTE state-level counselling for D.Pharma seats.
- Candidates from the vocational stream are not eligible for D.Pharma admission through WBSCTE counselling.
Admission Process
- Register on the WBSCTE portal and submit personal, academic, and reservation category details.
- Enter admit card credentials from the qualifying 10+2 examination and upload scanned documents.
- Fill institute and course preferences in priority order and lock choices before the deadline.
- Pay the seat booking fee of INR 500 (or INR 200 for reserved categories) through the online payment gateway.
- Attend document verification at the allotted institute with original mark sheets, certificates, and category proof.
- Complete admission formalities and pay the first instalment of fees to confirm enrolment.
✓ Opt for this if
- Want a PCI-recognised D.Pharma in Howrah without an entrance exam.
- Plan to enter retail or hospital pharmacy in West Bengal quickly.
- Seeking lateral entry to B.Pharma after completing this diploma.
- Prefer a dedicated pharmacy college over a multi-discipline campus.
- Comfortable with state counselling and merit-based seat allocation.
✗ Skip if
- Aiming for B.Pharma or higher pharmaceutical education directly.
- Seeking a college with strong documented placement records.
- Need a well-known brand name for pharmacy industry recruitment.
- Want research-oriented or clinical pharmaceutical science training.
Seacom Pharmacy College D.Pharma Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| WB Swami Vivekananda Merit-cum-Means Scholarship | INR 1,000 to INR 1,500 per month | Family income below INR 2.5 Lakhs per annum |
| Post-Matric Scholarship for SC/ST Students | As per state government norms | SC or ST category with Aadhaar-linked bank account |
| NSP Minority Community Scholarship | As per central government norms | Minority community students with family income below INR 2 Lakhs |
- Apply for government scholarships through the NSP portal before the annual closing deadline.
- WB state scholarships require application through the Oasis portal managed by the state government.
Seacom Pharmacy College D.Pharma FAQs
Ques. What is the total fee for D.Pharma at Seacom Pharmacy College?
Ans. The total fee for the 2-year D.Pharma programme at Seacom Pharmacy College, Howrah is INR 2.6 Lakhs for the complete course. Hostel and mess charges, if applicable, are billed separately. Students are advised to confirm the current fee structure directly with the college before enrolment, as fees may be revised for each academic session.
Ques. Is D.Pharma from Seacom Pharmacy College recognised by the Pharmacy Council of India?
Ans. Yes, the D.Pharma programme at Seacom Pharmacy College is recognised by the Pharmacy Council of India and approved by the West Bengal State Council of Technical Education. This dual recognition ensures graduates are eligible to register as pharmacists with the State Pharmacy Council and can practise pharmacy legally across India after completing the required internship.
Ques. Is there an entrance exam for D.Pharma admission at Seacom Pharmacy College?
Ans. No separate entrance exam is required for D.Pharma admission at Seacom Pharmacy College. Seats are filled through WBSCTE state-level online counselling, which allocates seats based on merit in the 10+2 Board examination. Candidates register on the WBSCTE portal, fill institute preferences in order of choice, and are allotted seats based on merit rank and seat availability.
Ques. What is the minimum eligibility for D.Pharma admission in West Bengal?
Ans. Candidates must have passed 10+2 or an equivalent examination with Physics and Chemistry as mandatory subjects and Biology or Mathematics as the third subject. The minimum age requirement is 17 years by December 31 of the admission year. Indian citizenship is required for WBSCTE counselling. Candidates from the vocational stream are not eligible.
Ques. What career options are available after completing D.Pharma from Seacom Pharmacy College?
Ans. After D.Pharma, graduates can register as pharmacists and work in retail pharmacies, hospital dispensaries, pharmaceutical manufacturing units, and drug regulatory agencies. They can also practise as licensed pharmacists in community health settings. Graduates may pursue B.Pharma through the lateral entry scheme to advance into clinical research, drug formulation, or regulatory affairs in the pharmaceutical sector.
Ques. Are there scholarships available for D.Pharma students at Seacom Pharmacy College?
Ans. D.Pharma students at Seacom Pharmacy College can apply for the West Bengal Swami Vivekananda Merit-cum-Means Scholarship, which offers INR 1,000 to INR 1,500 per month for eligible candidates. SC and ST students can apply for the Post-Matric Scholarship through the state Oasis portal. Minority students can apply through the National Scholarship Portal. Applications open after admission confirmation.