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About Bachelor of Pharmacy [B Pharma]
Smt NilaBen ManuBhai Padalia Pharmacy College (SNMPPC), Ahmedabad, Gujarat, offers a 4-year B.Pharm program affiliated to Gujarat Technological University (GTU), Ahmedabad. The college is approved by PCI and AICTE with an intake of 60 seats. The total 4-year fee is INR 2,36,000. Admission is through GUJCET merit via the Admissions Committee for Professional Diploma Courses (ACPDC) centralised counselling.
📋 Admission Status: Applications closed. Seat Allotment expected August 2026 (Tentative).
Padalia Pharmacy B.Pharm Fees 2026
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fee (per year) | INR 59,000 |
| Total Fees (4 years) | INR 2,36,000 |
- Fee figures are based on available records for the 2025-26 academic session.
- Fee revision is possible each session as per GTU and PCI guidelines.
Padalia Pharmacy B.Pharm Admission 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| GUJCET Registration Closes | January 16, 2026 |
| GUJCET Exam | March 29, 2026 |
| GUJCET Result | May 4, 2026 |
| ACPDC B.Pharm Counselling Registration Closes | July 2026 (Tentative) |
| Seat Allotment | August 2026 (Tentative) |
| Class Commencement | September 2026 (Tentative) |
- ACPDC conducts centralised B.Pharm counselling in Gujarat based on GUJCET merit.
- Candidates with Gujarat domicile are eligible for state quota seats at SNMPPC.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Passed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology or Mathematics from a recognised board
- Must have appeared and qualified GUJCET in the respective admission year
- Minimum 45% aggregate marks in qualifying examination (40% for reserved category students)
- Gujarat domicile is required for state quota seats through ACPDC centralised counselling
Admission Process
- Appear for GUJCET and obtain a merit rank for the current admission year
- Register on the ACPDC portal during the counselling registration window
- Fill college and course preferences during the designated choice filling window
- Seat allotted based on GUJCET merit rank, category, and preferences through ACPDC
- Pay admission fees and confirm seat within the stipulated deadline after allotment
- Report to SNMPPC with original mark sheets, domicile certificate, and transfer certificate
✓ Opt for this if
- Students from Ahmedabad seeking an affordable PCI-approved B.Pharm college
- Those who prefer GTU-affiliated pharmacy education in Gujarat
- Aspiring pharmacists targeting employment in Gujarat pharmaceutical industries
- Gujarat domicile students qualified in GUJCET seeking ACPDC merit-based admission
✗ Skip if
- Those seeking a pharmacy college with published placement statistics and top recruiters
- Students from outside Gujarat who need state quota admission without GUJCET
- Those seeking a larger pharmacy college with M.Pharm or research programs
Padalia Pharmacy B.Pharm Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Gujarat Post-Matric Scholarship for SC/ST Students | Full tuition reimbursement | SC/ST students with family income below INR 2,50,000 per annum |
| Gujarat OBC Scholarship | Partial tuition support | OBC students meeting Gujarat state income and category criteria |
| National Scholarship Portal Merit Scholarship | INR 1,000 per month | Top merit students from economically weaker sections in pharmacy programs |
- Scholarship applications are submitted via the National Scholarship Portal at scholarships.gov.in.
- Gujarat state scholarship applications are submitted on the Gujarat e-scholarship portal annually.
Padalia Pharmacy B.Pharm FAQs
Ques. What is the total fee for B.Pharm at Padalia Pharmacy College Ahmedabad?
Ans. The total fee for the 4-year B.Pharm program at Smt NilaBen ManuBhai Padalia Pharmacy College is INR 2,36,000, charged at an annual tuition fee of INR 59,000 per year. This is one of the more affordable pharmacy programs in Gujarat. Students from SC/ST and OBC categories can avail Gujarat government scholarships, which can significantly reduce the net cost over the 4-year academic period.
Ques. Is GUJCET mandatory for B.Pharm admission at Padalia Pharmacy College?
Ans. Yes, GUJCET is the primary entrance exam for B.Pharm state quota seats at SNMPPC. Admission is through the Admissions Committee for Professional Diploma Courses (ACPDC) centralised counselling based on GUJCET merit rank. For 2026, GUJCET was held on March 29, 2026 and results were declared on May 4, 2026. Candidates without GUJCET may apply under the management quota through a direct application to the college.
Ques. To which university is Padalia Pharmacy College Ahmedabad affiliated?
Ans. Smt NilaBen ManuBhai Padalia Pharmacy College is affiliated to Gujarat Technological University (GTU), Ahmedabad, and is approved by the Pharmacy Council of India and AICTE. The B.Pharm degree from SNMPPC is recognised across India. Graduates can register as licensed pharmacists with the state pharmacy council, appear for government pharmaceutical recruitment exams, or pursue M.Pharm and MBA Pharmaceutical Management programs.
Ques. What is the intake for B.Pharm at Padalia Pharmacy College?
Ans. Padalia Pharmacy College has an annual intake of 60 students for the B.Pharm program as per PCI approval. Seats are split between state merit quota allotted through ACPDC centralised counselling using GUJCET rank, and management or institutional quota seats filled through direct college admission. Gujarat domicile candidates are eligible for state quota seats while other candidates may apply under management quota.
Ques. What career options are available after B.Pharm from Padalia Pharmacy College?
Ans. B.Pharm graduates from SNMPPC can work as licensed pharmacists in hospitals, retail pharmacy chains, and pharmaceutical manufacturing or quality control departments. Gujarat has one of India’s largest pharmaceutical clusters in Ahmedabad and Ankleshwar, providing strong employment prospects for B.Pharm graduates. Higher studies options include M.Pharm at GTU-affiliated colleges, Pharm.D programs, and MBA in Pharmaceutical Management at management institutions.
Ques. What subjects are required in Class 12 for B.Pharm eligibility at Padalia Pharmacy College?
Ans. Candidates must have passed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and either Biology or Mathematics from a recognised board with a minimum of 45% aggregate (40% for reserved categories). Candidates must have qualified GUJCET in the same admission year. Gujarat domicile is required for state quota seats through ACPDC. The GUJCET tests Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics or Biology at Class 12 level.