State CET Cell: Apply for B.Pharm/Pharm.D admissions via choice filling on fn.mahacet.org

In short

Over 150 PCI-approved colleges in Maharashtra offer B.Pharm and Pharm.D programs to international students.
Admissions are managed by the State CET Cell via fn.mahacet.org, with seats allotted based on merit and choice filling.
Pune, Mumbai, and Nagpur host the strongest concentrations of B.Pharm / Pharm.D colleges in the state.
Participating colleges and specialisations are subject to annual variation, with the definitive list available during choice filling.
ICT Mumbai — Pharmaceutical Sciences and Bombay College of Pharmacy are among the autonomous institutions participating in the process.

International students aspiring for B.Pharm and Pharm.D programs in Maharashtra for the 2026 academic year will undergo a centralized admission process managed by the State CET Cell. This process, conducted through the official portal fn.mahacet.org, allocates seats based on merit and the choices filled by applicants.

Maharashtra boasts over 150 Pharmacy Council of India (PCI)-approved colleges offering these programs, with significant clusters located in Pune, Mumbai, and Nagpur. Students are not required to apply to individual colleges, as a single application covers all participating institutions.

Admission Process and Seat Allotment

The admission mechanism for B.Pharm and Pharm.D programs for international students in Maharashtra is entirely merit-based. Applicants must use the State CET Cell’s portal, fn.mahacet.org, to fill their choices of colleges and specialisations. The State CET Cell is taking care of allotting seats, taking into account the applicant’s merit and the availability of seats across the participating institutions.

The specific list of participating colleges and the specialisations they offer can vary each year. The most current and definitive list of colleges accepting international quotas will be available within the fn.mahacet.org portal during the choice filling period.

Prominent Institutions and Specialisations

Maharashtra’s pharmaceutical education landscape includes a mix of government, autonomous, and private institutions. Government and autonomous colleges generally possess longer histories. Notable autonomous institutions include ICT Mumbai — Pharmaceutical Sciences, recognized as one of the top-5 pharmacy institutes nationally, and Bombay College of Pharmacy in Mumbai, established in 1957 and holding a NAAC A-grade.

Private colleges also contribute significantly, offering modern facilities and industry links. For instance, Poona College of Pharmacy in Pune is NAAC accredited with an active placement cell, while MIT College of Pharmacy, also in Pune, is PCI-approved and situated in the Hinjewadi pharma belt. SCES Indira College of Pharmacy in Pune offers a Clinical Pharm.D programme. R.C. Patel Institute of Pharmacy in Shirpur, with a NAAC A-grade, is located in the Sun Pharma corridor. DYPIU — Pharmacy in Pune is accredited by AICTE and PCI, and Nagpur College of Pharmacy in Central Maharashtra is PCI approved. Government College of Pharmacy (GCP), Ratnagiri, established in 2009, offers a D Pharma program of two years.

Specialisations available across these institutions include Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Pharmacology, Pharmacognosy, Pharmaceutical Analysis, Clinical Pharmacy (Pharm.D), Industrial Pharmacy, Drug Regulatory Affairs, and Quality Assurance & QC.

Geographical Concentrations and Campus Life

The strongest concentrations of B.Pharm and Pharm.D colleges for international students are found in Pune, Mumbai, and Nagpur, each offering distinct advantages. Pune is recognized for its dense concentration of campuses and vibrant student life. Mumbai provides strong industry links and extensive internship access, benefiting from its status as a major economic hub.

Nagpur serves as an educational anchor for the Vidarbha region. While government and autonomous institutions are known for their established histories, leading private institutions often feature modern facilities and reliable industry connections, enhancing the overall educational experience for students.

Leading B.Pharm / Pharm.D Colleges in Maharashtra

College	City	Type	Known For
ICT Mumbai — Pharmaceutical Sciences	Mumbai	Autonomous	Top-5 pharmacy institutes nationally
Bombay College of Pharmacy	Mumbai	Autonomous	Est. 1957, NAAC A-grade
Poona College of Pharmacy	Pune	Private	NAAC accredited, active placement cell
MIT College of Pharmacy	Pune	Private	PCI approved, Hinjewadi pharma belt
SCES Indira College of Pharmacy	Pune	Private	Clinical Pharm.D programme
R.C. Patel Institute of Pharmacy	Shirpur	Private	NAAC A-grade, Sun Pharma corridor
DYPIU — Pharmacy	Pune	Private	AICTE, PCI accredited
Nagpur College of Pharmacy	Nagpur	Private	Central Maharashtra, PCI approved

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