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About Bachelor of Pharmacy [B Pharma]
United College of Pharmacy, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, offers a 4-year full-time B.Pharm programme approved by AICTE and the Pharmacy Council of India (PCI), and affiliated to Tamil Nadu Dr. MGR Medical University, Chennai. Established in 2019, the college admits 100 students per year through merit-based counselling on 10+2 PCB or PCM marks. Total fees under the Government Quota are INR 2,00,000 for the four-year programme.
📋 Admission Status: Applications closed. Seat allotment begins August 2026 (Tentative).
United College of Pharmacy B.Pharm Fees 2026
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fee (Government Quota, per year) | INR 50,000 |
| Tuition Fee (Management Quota, per year) | INR 1,00,000 |
| Total Fees (4-year course) | INR 2,00,000 to INR 4,00,000 |
- Fee structure fixed by the Tamil Nadu government effective July 2026.
- INR 500 application fee and INR 250 processing fee payable during counselling.
United College of Pharmacy B.Pharm Admission 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| TN Pharmacy Counselling Registration Opens | June 21, 2026 |
| TN Pharmacy Counselling Registration Closes | July 3, 2026 |
| Merit List and Seat Allotment | August 2026 (Tentative) |
- Applications were submitted through the tnmedicalselection.net official portal.
- Merit list prepared based on normalised 10+2 PCB or PCM marks on a base of 200.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Passed 10+2 with Physics and Chemistry along with Biology, Botany, Zoology, or Mathematics
- Minimum 40% aggregate marks in the qualifying examination (35% for SC and ST categories)
- Candidates from non-Tamil Nadu boards must obtain an eligibility certificate from TN Dr. MGR Medical University
- Tamil Nadu nativity required for government quota and management quota seats
Admission Process
- Register on tnmedicalselection.net and pay the INR 500 application fee via bank portal
- Upload 10+2 mark sheet, nativity certificate, community certificate, and other documents
- Merit rank determined based on normalised PCB or PCM aggregate marks from 10+2
- Participate in online counselling by selecting college preferences within the allotted window
- Pay the INR 250 non-refundable processing fee during the counselling phase
- Report to United College of Pharmacy, Coimbatore, with original documents on the joining date
✓ Opt for this if
- Seeking PCI-approved B.Pharm in Coimbatore at affordable government quota fees
- Prefer merit-based admission without a separate pharmacy entrance exam
- Eligible for government quota seats at INR 50,000 per year
- Planning pharmacy career in Tamil Nadu or intend to pursue M.Pharm later
✗ Skip if
- Prefer a pharmacy college with an established industry placement record
- Looking for a college with an integrated M.Pharm programme on campus
- Want a pharmacy institute with stronger industry collaborations and lab exposure
United College of Pharmacy B.Pharm Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Post-Matric Scholarship (SC/ST) | Full tuition fee waiver and maintenance allowance | SC/ST students with family income below INR 2.5 lakh per year |
| OBC Post-Matric Scholarship | Partial tuition fee reimbursement | OBC students with family income below INR 1 lakh per year |
| Central Sector Scheme of Scholarships | INR 10,000 to INR 20,000 per year | Students in top 20 percentile of their 12th board examinations |
- Apply for central scholarships at scholarships.gov.in before the annual deadline.
- Tamil Nadu state scholarships disbursed through the e-Grantz portal for eligible categories.
United College of Pharmacy B.Pharm FAQs
Ques. Is NEET or any entrance exam required for B.Pharm admission at United College of Pharmacy Coimbatore?
Ans. No separate entrance exam is required for B.Pharm admission at United College of Pharmacy Coimbatore. Tamil Nadu conducts merit-based selection through the Directorate of Medical Education using normalised 10+2 PCB or PCM marks. Candidates register and participate in online counselling through tnmedicalselection.net. No NEET or state pharmacy entrance test score is required at any stage of the admission process.
Ques. What is the annual fee for B.Pharm at United College of Pharmacy Coimbatore?
Ans. The annual tuition fee for B.Pharm at United College of Pharmacy Coimbatore is INR 50,000 per year under the Government Quota and INR 1,00,000 per year under the Management Quota, as fixed by the Tamil Nadu government in July 2026. The total four-year fees are INR 2,00,000 under Government Quota and INR 4,00,000 under Management Quota.
Ques. How many seats are available for B.Pharm at United College of Pharmacy Coimbatore?
Ans. United College of Pharmacy Coimbatore has an approved annual intake of 100 seats for its B.Pharm programme, as sanctioned by the Pharmacy Council of India (PCI) and AICTE. All seats are filled through the Tamil Nadu DME online counselling process at tnmedicalselection.net based on merit rank in the qualifying 10+2 examination.
Ques. What subjects are required in 10+2 for B.Pharm eligibility at United College of Pharmacy Coimbatore?
Ans. Candidates must have passed 10+2 with Physics and Chemistry as compulsory subjects, along with Biology, Botany, Zoology, or Mathematics as the third science subject. A minimum of 40% aggregate marks is required for general category candidates and 35% for SC and ST category candidates. Vocational stream and private school candidates are not eligible for Tamil Nadu B.Pharm counselling.
Ques. What career opportunities are available after B.Pharm from United College of Pharmacy Coimbatore?
Ans. B.Pharm graduates from United College of Pharmacy Coimbatore can work as pharmacists in retail pharmacies, hospital pharmacies, and government health centres. Opportunities also exist in pharmaceutical companies in quality control, production, and regulatory affairs roles. Graduates may also pursue M.Pharm for specialisation, appear for TNPSC pharmacist recruitment exams, or register with the Tamil Nadu Pharmacy Council for licensed practice.
Ques. Are hostel facilities available for B.Pharm students at United College of Pharmacy Coimbatore?
Ans. United College of Pharmacy Coimbatore provides hostel facilities for outstation students. The college is located in Coimbatore, a major city in Tamil Nadu, and offers accommodation support for students from other districts and states. Students should contact the college admission office directly to confirm current hostel availability, capacity, and charges for the 2026-27 academic batch.