ACPC: Apply for Rajkot B.Pharm 2026 admissions; fees ₹1.16L-₹4L

Rajkot is set to host five B.Pharma colleges for the 2026 academic session, offering various programs in pharmaceutical analysis. Admission to these Bachelor of Pharmacy programs is generally determined by merit or a relevant entrance examination, followed by a counselling process.

Beyond B.Pharma, institutions in Rajkot also provide postgraduate and diploma courses, catering to a range of specialisations within the pharmaceutical field. These offerings include M.Pharm, Pharm.D, and certificate courses, with varying fee structures and admission criteria.

B.Pharm and M.Pharm Admissions in Rajkot

For the 2026 academic session, Rajkot offers multiple options for students pursuing B.Pharm. The Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences at Saurashtra University provides a B.Pharm (Self-Financed) program with an intake capacity of 60 seats. Admission to this program, along with M.Pharm courses at Saurashtra University, is managed through the Admission Committee for Professional Courses (ACPC).

Other institutions like the School of Pharmaceutical Sciences Faculty of Health, a PCI-approved private college, offer a 4-year Bachelor of Pharmacy program. Admission here is through State CET or institutional merit, and NEET is not a requirement. Both PCB (Physics, Chemistry, Biology) and PCM (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics) students are eligible for pharmacy courses at this institution. Atmiya Institute of Pharmacy (AIP), Rajkot, offers a 2-year M.Pharm in Quality Assurance. Eligibility for this program requires a B.Pharm degree with a minimum aggregate score of 55% and a valid GPAT or CET score.

General B.Pharm fees across Rajkot colleges typically range from Rs. 1,50,000 to Rs. 3,00,000 for the entire 4-year duration. The annual fees for the School of Pharmaceutical Sciences Faculty of Health are approximately ₹40,000 to ₹1.2 lakh per year. The M.Pharm Quality Assurance fees at Atmiya Institute of Pharmacy are INR 1,15,000.

Saurashtra University’s Diverse Pharmaceutical Programs

Saurashtra University’s Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences offers a range of programs beyond B.Pharm. These include M.Pharm (Self-Financed) with intake capacities of 15 and 10 seats in different specializations. The department also provides a Pharm.D (Grant-in-Aid) program with an intake capacity of 30 seats, for which admission is exclusively through Gujarat Common Admission Services (GCAS).

Besides degree programs, Saurashtra University offers a Certificate Course in Dialysis Techniques (CCDT) and a Post Graduate Diploma in Clinical Research (PGDCR), each with an intake capacity of 20 seats. Admission to CCDT and PGDCR is merit-based through direct application to the department.

The annual fee for Pharm.D at Saurashtra University is Rs. 25,570, with additional charges applicable for hospital internships and other university fees. For the CCDT, fees are Rs. 5,705 for Semester 1 and Rs. 5,155 for Semester 2. PGDCR fees are Rs. 20,745 for Semester 1 and Rs. 20,135 for Semester 2.

Career Prospects and College Rankings

The pharmaceutical sector in India, often referred to as the ‘Pharmacy of the World’, continues to be a high-demand healthcare field. Freshers with a B.Pharm degree can anticipate an approximate starting salary of ₹2.5–₹4.5 LPA, which can increase to ₹8–₹20 LPA with experience or specialisation. Pharmacy is noted as a NEET-free healthcare field.

BK Mody Government Pharmacy College Rajkot holds a NIRF Pharmacy ranking of #101. Marwadi University, established in 2016, offers B.Pharm with fees of ₹1.25 Lakhs per year. RK University, established in 2009, also offers a B.Pharm program. Before finalising admissions to private colleges, candidates are advised to confirm the current Pharmacy Council of India (PCI) approval and intake capacity on the PCI website.

Further reading

• Apply for Rajkot pharmacy admissions by October 3, 2026
• APGSU MHM: Apply for 2026 admissions, fees ₹1.05 lakhs
• MHT CET 2026: Apply for B.Pharm/M.Pharm admissions at Amravati colleges now
• Apply for B.Pharm/M.Pharm admissions by October 1, 2026, in Amravati
• Apply for Gujarat 2026 B-Tech via JEE Main/Advanced or GUJCET, then ACPC counseling

Written by Nishit Kumar

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