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Transform Pharmaceutical Knowledge into Patient-Centred Care with Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm. D)

Duration - 6 Years

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Duration 3 Years
Eligibility Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm) from a PCI-approved institution
Intake 10 Students
Fees ₹2,50,000 / Year
Campus DPGU School of Pharmacy and Research, Pimpri, Pune.
Eligibility Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm) from a PCI-approved institution

Programme Overview

The Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D) at DPGU School of Pharmacy and Research by Dr. D. Y. Patil Group is a six-year professional programme designed to develop advanced knowledge and practical skills in clinical pharmacy, pharmacology, pharmacotherapeutics, hospital pharmacy, and patient care. The programme combines five years of academic learning with a one-year hospital internship, enabling students to progressively develop the competencies required for modern pharmacy practice.

Students gain practical exposure through laboratory training, community and hospital pharmacy postings, clinical discussions, patient-case assessments, drug therapy management, and interaction with healthcare professionals. The programme also develops expertise in areas such as pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics, medication safety, adverse drug reaction reporting, and clinical decision-making.

Through structured clinical training and patient-centred learning, Pharm.D at DPGU prepares graduates for professional opportunities across hospitals, pharmaceutical companies, research organisations, regulatory agencies, and other healthcare settings.

WHY CHOOSE US

Why Choose Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D) at DPGU?

Pharm.D programme offers a comprehensive, clinical-oriented pathway designed for aspiring healthcare and clinical pharmacy professionals. The programme effectively bridges advanced pharmaceutical science with extensive hands-on patient care and clinical exposure by emphasizing experiential learning, hospital rotations, and professional skill development. Students gain practical expertise in clinical pharmacy practice, pharmacotherapy, disease-state management, and patient counseling in modern healthcare settings. Ultimately, this professional doctorate prepares graduates for high-demand specialized roles as clinical pharmacists, hospital pharmacy specialists, clinical research associates, pharmacovigilance experts, and medical advisors across healthcare and pharmaceutical sectors.

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Programme Highlights

Comprehensive Pharmaceutical Education

Build a strong foundation in pharmaceutical sciences, clinical pharmacy, pharmacology, medicinal chemistry, pharmacotherapeutics, and related disciplines.

Hands-on Laboratory & Practical Learning

Develop essential laboratory and practical skills through structured academic training and application-based learning.

Hospital & Clinical Exposure

Gain progressive clinical exposure through community pharmacy postings, hospital postings, ward rounds, and clinical discussions.

Patient-Centred Pharmaceutical Care

Learn to assess patient cases, identify drug-related problems, support rational drug use, and contribute to effective medication management.

Clinical Decision-Making & Case Analysis

Develop clinical reasoning and decision-making skills through case presentations, patient assessments, and practical clinical experiences.

Pharmacokinetics & Pharmacodynamics

Develop advanced understanding of drug absorption, distribution, metabolism, excretion, drug actions, and therapeutic applications.

Medication Safety & Pharmacovigilance

Gain knowledge of adverse drug reactions, medication-error prevention, drug safety, and pharmacovigilance practices.

Research & Publication Skills

Strengthen research capabilities through scientific investigation, research activities, academic presentations, and development of publication skills.

Learning Experiences

Students gain practical knowledge through case studies, industry interactions, workshops, projects, presentations, and real-world marketing activities.

Curriculum

The six-year Pharm.D curriculum is structured to progressively develop pharmaceutical knowledge, clinical competence, research capabilities, and professional readiness.

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Eligibility Criteria

Candidates seeking admission to the Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D) programme must fulfill the following eligibility requirements:

1
Candidates should complete the age of 17 years on or before 31st December of the year of admission to the course.
2
Passed 10+2 examination conducted by the respective state/central government authorities recognized as equivalent to 10+2 examination by the Association of Indian Universities (AIU) with English as one of the subjects and Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics or Biology as optional subjects individually.
3
Preference will be given to students who have secured more than 45% marks in the PCB/PCM group (40% marks in the case of candidates belonging to the reserved category).
4
Candidates who have passed the Diploma in Pharmacy (D.Pharm) from an institution approved by the Pharmacy Council are also eligible to apply.
5
Any other qualification recognized by the Pharmacy Council of India as equivalent to the above-mentioned examinations.
6
Admission will be based on Entrance Test conducted by the DPGU (DPAT). However, candidates with non-zero scores in MHT-CET/NEET/ Other State or National Level Pharmacy Entrance Exam will be exempted from the DPAT.

Fee Structure

Course Duration:
6 Years
Annual Fee:
₹ 2,75,000/-

Career Opportunities After Pharm.D

Pharm.D graduate students can explore professional opportunities across clinical practice, hospitals, pharmaceutical organisations, research institutions, and regulatory functions.

Career pathways include:

Clinical Pharmacist
Hospital Pharmacist
Pharmacovigilance Officer
Regulatory Affairs Specialist
Clinical Research Professional
Medical Writer
Drug Safety Professional
Healthcare & Medication Management Professional
Research Associate

How to Apply?

DPGU admission process and application procedure

Related Programmes

B. Pharm | M. Pharm (Pharmaceutics )

FAQs

Passed 10 + 2 or equivalent examination with Physics, Chemistry, Biology or Mathematics (PCB / PCM / PCMB) and English as compulsory subjects or D. Pharm.

Non-zero positive score in MHT-CET / NEET / Other State or National Level Pharmacy Entrance Exam / PERA CET / DPAT.

Graduates can pursue careers as clinical pharmacists, hospital pharmacists, regulatory affairs specialists, pharmacovigilance officers, and medical writers. Opportunities are available in hospitals, pharmaceutical companies, CROs, and healthcare institutions.

Yes, candidates who have passed a Pharm. D. course from an institution approved by the Pharmacy Council of India are fully eligible to apply.

For the Doctor of Pharmacy degree course, the academic fee is fixed at ₹2.75 Lakh per year.

Pharm.D is a comprehensive 6-year doctoral program which includes 5 years of intense academic learning and 1 year of mandatory clinical residency.

Yes, as a professional doctoral degree approved by the PCI, graduating scholars are legally permitted to use the title 'Doctor' or 'Dr.'.

The Pharm.D course at DPGU is aligned towards clinical practice. There are multiple practical hours focused towards the hospital practice. Clerkship in the Fifth Year and extensive internship in sixth year are mandatory as per PCI.

B.Pharm is a 4-year undergraduate degree focusing on drug manufacturing and pharmaceutical chemistry. Pharm.D is a 6-year doctoral program focusing heavily on clinical pharmacy, hospital residency, and direct patient healthcare, allowing you to use the "Doctor" title upon graduating.

Make an Impact on Patient Care with Pharm.D Programme

Develop the clinical expertise, practical experience, and professional confidence to contribute to safer and more effective healthcare. Begin your journey towards becoming a future-ready clinical pharmacy professional with Pharm.D at DPGU School of Pharmacy and Research by Dr. D. Y. Patil Group.

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