Get admission in one of the leading D.Pharm. Institutes in Bihar.
Diploma in Pharmacy or D.Pharm. is an undergraduate diploma in medical pharmacy. Pharmacy involves preparing, dispensing, and using medicines for therapy. D. Pharm. institutes in Begusarai offer the minimum qualification to become a Registered Pharmacist. However, Pharma D course is different from a D. Pharm. course where the former is a PG course or a Post Graduate Course. When it comes to the Pharmacy Education in India, PCI or Pharmacy Council of India regulates Pharmacy education. So, only those institutes that are regulated by PCI under the sub-section (1) of Pharmacy Act 1948 may offer this course. By pursuing D. Pharm. Begusarai, you don’t gain a specialization in the field but rather you have basic knowledge on various concepts concerning pharmaceuticals.
How to qualify for admission to D. Pharm. course?
To be eligible for admission to the Diploma in Pharmacy (D. Pharm) program at the Institute of Pharmacy, candidates must meet the following criteria:
Educational Qualifications:
- Passed 10+2 examination from a recognized Board in Science stream with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology/Mathematics as subjects
- Candidates who have passed 10+2 examination in Arts or Commerce stream with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology/Mathematics as optional subjects are also eligible
- Candidates who have passed 10+2 examination in Vocational Stream with subjects of Physics, Chemistry, and Biology/Mathematics are also eligible
Age Limit:
- The minimum age limit for admission to the D. Pharm program is 17 years
Duration of the course
The course duration is 2 years and each academic year is spread over to 180 days of classes or working days. There is 500 hour practical training spreading across to 3 months and not more than that.
Diploma in Pharmacy Part-1 subjects are given as follows:
Pharmaceutics I
Pharmacognosy
Human Anatomy and Physiology
Biochemistry and Clinical Pathology
Health Education and Community Pharmacy
Part II subjects:
Pharmaceutics II
• Pharmaceutical Jurisprudence
• Pharmaceutical Chemistry II
• Clinical and Hospital Pharmacy
• Business Management and Drug Store
How to Apply
Applying for our D.Pharm. program is easy! You can fill out the application form online on our website, or visit us and complete the form in person. We'll check your documents to make sure you meet the requirements. Before you finish the process, you'll chat with our admission counsellor to discuss your goals and answer any questions you might have. Once you've paid the program fee (details on our website), you're officially admitted!
You can then choose your specific D.Pharm. subjects. We can't wait to welcome you!
Frequently Asked Questions
A D.Pharm is a two-year diploma program that provides foundational knowledge in pharmacy. It covers subjects like pharmaceutical chemistry, pharmacology, pharmaceutics, and pharmacognosy. Upon completion, graduates can work under the supervision of a registered pharmacist in various settings like hospitals, pharmacies, and drug stores.
Typically, candidates must have passed their 10+2 (or equivalent) examination with Physics, Chemistry, Biology, or Mathematics as compulsory subjects. The exact eligibility criteria may vary slightly between different colleges and institutions.
D.Pharm graduates can find employment in:
- Retail pharmacies
- Hospitals
- Drug manufacturing companies
- Quality control departments
- Medical representatives
- Drug inspectors
Yes, you can pursue higher studies. Many D.Pharm graduates opt for B.Pharm or other pharmacy-related undergraduate or postgraduate programs.
D.Pharm is a diploma-level course, while B.Pharm is a bachelor’s degree. B.Pharm offers a more in-depth and comprehensive education in pharmacy compared to D.Pharm.
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