AP EAPCET: Apply for Pharm.D admissions by April/May

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Lydia College of Pharmacy in Ethakota, East Godavari, is a PCI and AICTE-approved private institution offering Pharm.D, B.Pharm, and M.Pharm courses.
Admission to 70% of Pharm.D seats is through AP EAPCET rank, while 30% are filled by management based on intermediate merit or state rules.
Pharm.D eligibility requires 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics or Biology, with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks.
The AP EAPCET exam is conducted annually in April/May by the State Government for professional course admissions.
Candidates should confirm current PCI approval and fees directly with the college before making any payments.

Admissions to the Pharm.D program at Lydia College of Pharmacy in Ethakota, East Godavari, Andhra Pradesh, are managed by the Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education (APSCHE). The process aims to ensure transparency and merit-based selection for candidates seeking to pursue professional pharmacy courses in the state.

Lydia College of Pharmacy is a private, self-financing institution approved by the Pharmacy Council of India (PCI) for Pharm.D (Post Baccalaureate) and by AICTE for degree courses. It is affiliated with the respective State University/Board of Technical Education.

Pharm.D Eligibility and Seat Allocation

For admission to the Pharm.D program, candidates must have passed the 10+2 or equivalent examination with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics or Biology as optional subjects. A minimum of 50% aggregate marks in the qualifying examination is generally required. The seats for Pharm.D are equally divided, with 50% allocated for M.P.C. candidates and 50% for Bi.P.C. candidates.

The admission process for Pharm.D courses in Andhra Pradesh is primarily conducted through the AP EAPCET exam, which is held annually in April/May. Ranks in AP EAPCET are determined by marks obtained in the test and the percentage of marks at the intermediate (Bi.P.C.)/M.P.C. or 10+2 level. The APSCHE conducts counseling for 70% of seats in private colleges, while the remaining 30% are filled by management.

Category	Percentage of Seats
AP EAPCET rank by Convenor	70%
Management (based on merit at Intermediate or State government rules)	30%

Admissions for B.Pharm and M.Pharm Courses

Lydia College of Pharmacy also offers Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm) and Master of Pharmacy (M.Pharm) programs. Admission to B.Pharm requires candidates to have passed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics or Biology as optional subjects, with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks. Admission for B.Pharm is through the State CET or institutional merit, and NEET is not required. The APSCHE conducts AP EAPCET counseling for 70% of B.Pharm seats in private colleges, with the remaining 30% filled under the Management Quota by the respective colleges.

For M.Pharm, eligibility requires a B.Pharm degree from a PCI-recognized university with 50% aggregate marks, or 45% for SC/ST/OBC candidates. Admission is based on merit rank or percentile in the GPAT Examination or an entrance test conducted by the Telangana State Government (PGECET). Similar to other programs, 70% of M.Pharm seats are allotted by the Convener based on merit (A-Category), and 30% are earmarked for NRI/Management candidates (B-Category).

Category	Percentage of Seats
Government seats (AP EAPCET)	70%
NRI / Management Seats	30%

Category	Percentage of Seats
Government seat in Private colleges – AP PGECET / GPAT (A-Category)	70%
NRI/Management candidates (B-Category)	30%

Fee Structure and Important Considerations

The approximate fee for B.Pharm at Lydia College of Pharmacy ranges from ₹40,000 to ₹1.2 lakh per year. Prospective students and parents are advised to confirm current fees directly with the college or during the counselling process, as fee records can vary by course, source, and academic year.

Before paying any fees, it is crucial for parents and students considering private colleges to confirm the current PCI approval and intake details on the official PCI website. An unrecognised qualification will not permit pharmacist registration. The national Anti-Ragging Helpline is 1800-180-5522, and the email is helpline@antiragging.in.

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