Diploma in Pharmacy (D.Pharm)
D.Pharm (Diploma in Pharmacy) is a short-term diploma course designed to train students in the fundamentals of pharmaceutical science, drug formulation, dispensing, and pharmacy law. It prepares graduates to work as registered pharmacists in hospitals, retail pharmacies, or pharmaceutical companies. It serves as a stepping stone for higher studies like B.Pharm or entering the pharmacy profession directly.
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2 years of academic coursework + 500 hours of practical training (internship) in a recognized pharmacy (over 3 months)
Eligibility
Educational Qualifications: 10+2 in Science stream with Physics, Chemistry, and either Biology or Mathematics
45–50% minimum aggregate (varies by institute/state)
Career Scope
Diverse opportunities in hospitals, government services, and abroad
Scope After BSc Diploma in Pharmacy (D.Pharm)
Career Opportunities
- ✓ Registered Pharmacist in retail or community pharmacies
- ✓ Hospital Pharmacist (government/private)
- ✓ Pharmacy Assistant in pharmaceutical companies or drug manufacturing units
- ✓ Medical Representative (MR)
- ✓ Health Inspector or Drug Safety Associate (with experience)
Higher Studies Options
- • Lateral entry to B.Pharm (2nd year) in many universities
- • B.Pharm (Bachelor of Pharmacy) – full 4-year degree
- • Pharm D (Doctor of Pharmacy) – in some countries
- • Short-term certification in clinical pharmacy, pharmacovigilance, regulatory affairs, etc.
Jobs Abroad
Opportunities in Gulf countries, Canada, Australia, etc.
Requirements: Licensing (e.g., PEBC, HAAD, MOH, DHA)
Government Opportunities
Drug Inspector, Pharmacist, or Health Department roles (via exams like SSC, UPSC, or state PSCs)
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