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About Diploma in Pharmacy [D.Pharm]
Sri Guru Gobind Singh College of Pharmacy, Chandigarh, offers a 2-year Diploma in Pharmacy regulated by the Punjab State Board of Technical Education and Industrial Training and approved by the Pharmacy Council of India. The programme admits 60 students per batch through merit-based centralized counselling on the PSBTE portal, with no separate entrance exam. Total fees for the course are INR 5,150 across two years, making it among the most affordable pharmacy diploma programmes in the region.
📋 Admission Status: Applications closed. Class Commencement expected in August 2026.
SGGSCP Chandigarh D.Pharma Fees 2026
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Annual Tuition Fee | INR 2,575 per year |
| Total Fees (2 Years) | INR 5,150 |
- Fee structure is set by the Punjab State Board of Technical Education and Industrial Training.
- Examination and registration fees are charged separately as per PSBTE norms.
SGGSCP Chandigarh D.Pharma Admission 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Common Registration Opens | April 2026 |
| Round 1 Choice Filling | June 2026 |
| Round 1 Seat Allotment | July 2026 |
| Round 2 Choice Filling | July 2026 |
| Round 2 Seat Allotment | August 2026 |
| Document Verification at College | August 2026 |
| Class Commencement | August to September 2026 |
- Admission is managed through the PSBTE portal at pbdiploma.admissions.nic.in.
- Admission is purely merit-based on Class 12 marks with no entrance exam required.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Passed 10+2 in Science with Physics and Chemistry as compulsory subjects plus Biology or Mathematics.
- Minimum aggregate of 50% marks in the qualifying exam for general category candidates.
- Minimum age of 17 years as of 31 December 2026.
- Qualifying exam must be recognised or approved by the Pharmacy Council of India.
Admission Process
- Complete common registration on the PSBTE portal at pbdiploma.admissions.nic.in.
- Upload Class 12 marksheet, identity proof, and other required documents online.
- PSBTE prepares a merit list based on aggregate marks in the qualifying examination.
- Fill college-course preferences during the online choice filling window for each counselling round.
- Seat allotted based on merit rank and stated preferences.
- Report to SGGSCP Chandigarh with original documents for verification and fee payment to confirm admission.
✓ Opt for this if
- Seeking a very affordable pharmacy diploma in Chandigarh.
- Prefer merit-based admission without a competitive entrance exam.
- Aiming to become a licensed pharmacist directly after Class 12 Science.
- Want a PCI-recognized diploma for pharmacy practice in Punjab or Chandigarh.
✗ Skip if
- Prefer a degree-level B.Pharm or Pharm.D programme.
- Looking for a college with organized campus placement drives.
- Need on-campus hostel facilities not offered at this college.
SGGSCP Chandigarh D.Pharma Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Central Sector Scheme for Scholarships (GOI) | INR 10,000 per year | Top 20th percentile in Class 12 with family income below INR 8 Lakhs per year |
| Post-Matric Scholarship for SC/ST (GOI) | Full tuition and maintenance allowance | SC/ST students with family income below INR 2.5 Lakhs per year |
| Dr. Ambedkar Central Sector Scheme (OBC) | Up to INR 3,000 per year | OBC students with family income below INR 1.5 Lakhs and at least 55% in Class 12 |
- All GOI scholarships are applied through the National Scholarship Portal at scholarships.gov.in.
- Chandigarh domicile students may also apply for Chandigarh Administration merit awards.
SGGSCP Chandigarh D.Pharma FAQs
Ques. What is the total fee for D.Pharma at Sri Guru Gobind Singh College of Pharmacy Chandigarh?
Ans. The total fee for the two-year D.Pharma programme at SGGSCP Chandigarh is INR 5,150, which works out to INR 2,575 per year. This is the annual tuition fee set by the Punjab State Board of Technical Education. Examination fees and other charges are levied separately as per PSBTE norms and are not included in this figure.
Ques. Is there an entrance exam for D.Pharma admission at SGGSCP Chandigarh?
Ans. No entrance exam is required for D.Pharma admission at SGGSCP Chandigarh. Admission is merit-based and conducted centrally by the Punjab State Board of Technical Education and Industrial Training through its online portal at pbdiploma.admissions.nic.in. Candidates are ranked solely on their aggregate marks in the qualifying Class 12 Science examination.
Ques. What is the intake for D.Pharma at SGGSCP Chandigarh?
Ans. The approved seat intake for the D.Pharma programme at Sri Guru Gobind Singh College of Pharmacy, Chandigarh, is 60 seats per academic year. Seats are allocated through the PSBTE centralized counselling process in multiple rounds, with remaining seats filled after each round based on merit and unfilled vacancies.
Ques. Which regulatory body approves D.Pharma at SGGSCP Chandigarh?
Ans. The D.Pharma programme at SGGSCP Chandigarh is approved by the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) and recognised by the Pharmacy Council of India (PCI), which is the statutory body for pharmacy education across India. The programme is administered under The Punjab State Board of Technical Education and Industrial Training, Chandigarh.
Ques. What career options are available after D.Pharma from SGGSCP Chandigarh?
Ans. D.Pharma graduates from SGGSCP Chandigarh can register with the State Pharmacy Council and work as licensed pharmacists in retail pharmacies, hospital pharmacies, and drug stores. Graduates are also eligible to apply for government pharmacy posts in ESIC, Railways, and state health departments. Further education through B.Pharm (Lateral Entry) is an option for those who wish to pursue a degree.
Ques. Can students from outside Chandigarh apply for D.Pharma at SGGSCP?
Ans. Yes, students from other states can apply for D.Pharma at SGGSCP Chandigarh through the PSBTE centralized counselling process. Seats are filled based on merit rank in the qualifying examination. However, Chandigarh domicile or Punjab-background students may have priority in certain reservation categories as specified in the PSBTE admission prospectus.