Bachelor of Pharmacy [B.Pharma] {Lateral}

The Bachelor of Pharmacy Lateral Entry at Shri Ram Murti Smarak College of Engineering and Technology (SRMSCET), Bareilly is a three-year programme for D.Pharm holders, affiliated to Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University (AKTU) and approved by AICTE and the Pharmacy Council of India. Admission is through JEECUP Group J score and UPTAC counselling. College tuition fees for the three years total INR 4,37,646, with AKTU university fees payable separately.

📋 Admission Status: JEECUP 2026 results were declared on 30 May 2026. UPTAC lateral entry counselling for B.Pharm is currently underway.

SRMSCET B.Pharm Lateral Fees 2026

• College fees as published at srms.ac.in for 2026-27, subject to revision.
• AKTU university fees are payable separately via the AKTU portal each year.
• Refundable security deposit of INR 10,000 is payable at the time of admission.

SRMSCET B.Pharm Lateral Admission 2026

• JEECUP 2026 was held 15 to 22 May, result declared on 30 May 2026.
• UPTAC B.Pharm lateral entry counselling is ongoing for the 2026-27 batch.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

• Must hold a D.Pharm (Diploma in Pharmacy) from a recognised board with a minimum of 45% aggregate marks (40% for reserved categories).
• Must have completed the D.Pharm internship as required by the Pharmacy Council of India and hold a valid JEECUP 2026 Group J score for UPTAC counselling.

Admission Process

• Qualify JEECUP 2026 Group J and register on the UPTAC portal for B.Pharm lateral entry counselling.
• Upload D.Pharm mark sheets, internship completion certificate, and documents on the UPTAC portal.
• Fill college and course preferences during the UPTAC B.Pharm lateral choice filling window.
• Check the UPTAC seat allotment result and accept the allotted seat within the deadline.
• Pay the admission fee and report to SRMSCET Bareilly with original documents.

✓ Opt for this if

• You hold a D.Pharm and want an AKTU B.Pharm degree via lateral entry.
• College fees under INR 4.5 lakh for 3 years suit your pharmacy education budget.
• You want a PCI-approved B.Pharm programme in Bareilly through UPTAC counselling.

✗ Skip if

• You want a pharmacy college with a strong hospital tie-up for practical training.
• You need verified placement records before selecting a B.Pharm college.
• You prefer a NAAC-accredited pharmacy institute with a stronger brand name.

SRMSCET B.Pharm Lateral Scholarships 2026

• Apply for PM-USHA and Post-Matric scholarships via the National Scholarship Portal.
• Contact SRMSCET admissions for details on institute-level merit scholarships.

SRMSCET B.Pharm Lateral FAQs

Ques. What is the total fee for B.Pharm Lateral at SRMSCET Bareilly?

Ans. The college tuition fee for the three-year B.Pharm Lateral Entry programme at SRMSCET Bareilly is INR 4,37,646, charged at INR 1,45,882 per year. AKTU university examination fees are payable separately each year via the AKTU portal. A one-time refundable security deposit of INR 10,000 is also payable at admission. Students should confirm the latest 2026-27 fee structure directly with the college before admission.

Ques. What is the eligibility for B.Pharm Lateral Entry at SRMSCET?

Ans. Candidates must hold a D.Pharm (Diploma in Pharmacy) from a recognised state pharmacy board with a minimum of 45% aggregate marks (40% for reserved categories). They must also have completed the mandatory D.Pharm internship as prescribed by the Pharmacy Council of India, and must hold a valid JEECUP 2026 Group J score to participate in UPTAC B.Pharm lateral entry counselling. No separate college entrance test is required.

Ques. How does UPTAC B.Pharm lateral counselling work for SRMSCET admission?

Ans. After JEECUP 2026 Group J results (declared 30 May), candidates register on the UPTAC portal, fill pharmacy college and course preferences during the choice filling window, and receive seat allotment based on JEECUP rank. On receiving allotment for SRMSCET, candidates pay the token fee and report with D.Pharm mark sheets, internship certificate, and identity documents. UPTAC B.Pharm lateral counselling for 2026-27 is currently underway.

Ques. What is the difference between D.Pharm and B.Pharm, and why do lateral entry?

Ans. D.Pharm is a two-year diploma that qualifies graduates to work as registered pharmacists at retail or hospital pharmacies. B.Pharm is a four-year degree that opens opportunities in clinical research, pharmaceutical manufacturing, quality control, and regulatory affairs. Lateral entry to B.Pharm allows D.Pharm holders to upgrade to a degree in three years rather than four, saving one year while gaining a full B.Pharm qualification recognised by AKTU.

Ques. What career options are available after B.Pharm Lateral from SRMSCET Bareilly?

Ans. B.Pharm Lateral graduates from SRMSCET can work in pharmaceutical production, quality assurance, drug regulatory affairs, hospital pharmacy, and medical sales. The B.Pharm degree also enables eligibility for M.Pharm postgraduate programmes and for pharmacist licensing exams. Bareilly’s proximity to pharmaceutical clusters in Lucknow and Kanpur provides manufacturing and clinical employment opportunities for AKTU B.Pharm graduates in the region.

Ques. Are management quota seats available for B.Pharm Lateral at SRMSCET?

Ans. Yes, SRMSCET fills a portion of B.Pharm Lateral Entry seats through UPTAC government quota (based on JEECUP Group J rank) and the remaining seats through management or institutional quota. Candidates without a UPTAC allotment can apply directly to SRMSCET for management quota admission. The published college fee of INR 1,45,882 per year applies to both government and management quota students as per the fee structure.