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Pharmacy colleges in Chitradurga, Karnataka, are preparing for the 2026 academic year, offering various programs from diploma to doctoral levels. Institutions such as SJM College of Pharmacy, Aadya College of Pharmacy, and Dr. NB Institute of Pharmacy Education and Research Chitradurga are among those providing pharmaceutical education in the region.

These colleges are affiliated with various state and national bodies, including Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences Bangalore and the Pharmacy Council of India, New Delhi, ensuring adherence to established academic standards. The district currently lists 11 pharmacy colleges, with one identified as private by Think For Education.

Program Offerings and Affiliations in Chitradurga

SJM College of Pharmacy, established in 1984, provides a thorough suite of courses including D.Pharm (2 years), B.Pharm (4 years/8 Semesters), B.Pharm Lateral Entry (3 Years/6 Semesters), M.Pharm (2 years/4 Semesters), Pharm D (6 years), Pharm D, Post Baccalaureate (3 years), and Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D) (5 years). The college is affiliated with Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences Bangalore and SJM University, Chitradurga, and holds recognition from the Pharmacy Council of India (PCI), New Delhi, along with NAAC accreditation and AICTE approval. Over 5,000 students have graduated from SJM College of Pharmacy.

Aadya College of Pharmacy, established in 2019 under the Devaraj Urs Education Society, offers B.Pharm and M.Pharm programs and is affiliated with Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, Bangalore. Dr. NB Institute of Pharmacy Education and Research Chitradurga, operating under Ideal Education Society (R) Yelahanka New Town, Bangalore, offers a B. Pharm course (eight semesters/four academic years) and a B. Pharm lateral entry program (six semesters/three academic years). This institute is affiliated with Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, Karnataka, Bangalore, and the Pharmacy Council of India, New Delhi.

Admission Criteria and Research Facilities

Eligibility for first-year B.Pharm at Dr. NB Institute of Pharmacy Education and Research Chitradurga requires passing the two-year P.U.C examination of Karnataka P.U.C board or an equivalent qualification with a 50% cutoff. Alternatively, a B.Sc degree with Chemistry as a compulsory subject or a D.Pharmacy course also qualifies candidates. For B.Pharm lateral entry (to the third semester), a pass in a D.Pharm course from a PCI-approved institution is required.

SJM College of Pharmacy features a Research Centre specializing in Pharmacology, Pharmaceutics, Pharmacognosy, and Pharmaceutical Chemistry. It also has a Clinical Pharmacy Department established within the Basaveshwara Medical College Hospital and Research Centre. The college is set to host a Two-Day International Conference on Latest Advances in Pharmacy Practice on March 27 and 28, 2026, at the Bichhugathi Bharamanna Nayaka Auditorium, with the theme “Advancing Pharmacy Practice – Empowering the Next Generation Pharmacists.”

Overview of Pharmacy Colleges in Chitradurga District

As of October 4, 2026, the Chitradurga district in Karnataka features 11 pharmacy colleges, if you look at the Mahiti Sindhu Student Corner database. These institutions are predominantly private, with Think For Education identifying one private pharmacy college in the region. The colleges are affiliated with either Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, Bangalore (Id: U-0240) for degree programs or the Drug Control Department, Karnataka, for D.Pharma programs.

Notable institutions include SJM College of Pharmacy and Aadya College of Pharmacy, both affiliated with Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, Bangalore. Other colleges, such as B.g. College of Pharmacy and Dr. NB Varadaraja Institute of Pharmacy Education and Research, are affiliated with the Drug Control Department, Karnataka, for D.Pharma courses. Students seeking admission are advised to verify college affiliation, admission processes, eligibility, fee structures, and scholarship eligibility directly with the respective college or official admission authority.

Recognitions and Broader Landscape of Pharmacy Education

Sree Siddaganga College of Pharmacy was recognized as the “Best Pharmacy College in Karnataka” by the Karnataka Educational Awards 2026. Beyond Chitradurga, other institutions across Karnataka also hold notable positions in pharmacy education. Manipal College of Pharmaceutical Sciences is ranked among the top three pharmacy schools nationally, holding a NAAC A++ grade and affiliation with MAHE Deemed University.

JSS College of Pharmacy, Mysuru, is a WHO-collaborating centre with a NAAC A++ grade and is affiliated with JSSAHER Deemed University. KLE College of Pharmacy, Belagavi, has a NAAC A+ grade and is affiliated with KLE Academy Deemed University. Several other colleges, including Al-Ameen College of Pharmacy, Bangalore, and Sri Adichunchanagiri College of Pharmacy, also hold NAAC A or A+ grades and are affiliated with RGUHS, contributing to the broader landscape of pharmacy education in the state.

Further reading

• Chitradurga Pharmacy 2026: Apply by Oct 3 for D.Pharm, B.Pharm, M.Pharm, PhD
• KCET 2026 pharmacy admissions: Chitradurga has 1 private college, cutoffs rise for government seats
• Apply for Rajkot pharmacy admissions by October 3, 2026
• GPAT: Apply for private Bahadurgarh pharmacy college admission by Oct 1, 2026
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Written by Nishit Kumar

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