Can I pursue B. Pharmacy with an interest in business?

Ans: Hi,
you can go for PG and then a job in a pharma company or as a lecturer.

Ans: Hi Ma,
Yes, there are plenty of career options available, so feel free to explore them.

Ans: ADMISSION:
Eligibility criteria: (EXTRACTED FROM PCI, NEW DELHI).

3. Duration of the course. – B. Pharm: The duration of the course shall be four academic years (annual/semester) full time with each academic year spread over a period of not less than two hundred working days for annual pattern and hundred working days for each semester.


4. Minimum qualification for admission to –
The Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pham.) Course Regulations, 2014 No. 14-154/ 2010- PCI.—In exercise of the powers conferred by Section 10 and 18 of the Pharmacy Act, 1948 (8 of 1948), the Pharmacy Council of India, with the approval of the Central Government hereby makes the following regulations; namely– CHAPTER-I 1. Short title and commencement (1) These regulations may be called the Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm) Course Regulations, 2014. (2) They shall come into force from the date of their publication in the official Gazette.

2. B. Pharm shall consist of a certificate, having passed the course of study and examination as prescribed in these regulations, for the purpose of registration as a pharmacist to practice the profession under the Pharmacy Act, 1948. CHAPTER-II

3. Duration of the course. – B. Pharm: The duration of the course shall be four academic years (annual/semester) full time with each academic year spread over a period of not less than two hundred working days for annual pattern and hundred working days for each semester.

4. Minimum qualification for admission to – A. First year B. Pharm – A pass in any of the following examinations -

i. Candidate shall have passed 10+2 examination conducted by the respective state/central government authorities recognized as equivalent to 10+2 examination by the Association of Indian Universities (AIU) with English as one of the subjects and Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics/Biology as optional subjects individually. “However, the students possessing 10+2 qualification from non-formal and non-class rooms based schooling such as National Institute of Open Schooling, open school systems of States etc. shall not be eligible for admission to B.Pharm Course.”

ii. Any other qualification approved by the Pharmacy Council of India as equivalent to any of the above examinations. Provided that a student should complete the age of 17 years on or before 31st December of the year of admission to the course. Provided that there shall be reservation of seats for the students belonging to the Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes and other Backward Classes in accordance with the instructions issued by the Central Government/State Government/Union Territory Administration as the case may be from time to time.


6. Course of study. – The course of study for B. Pharm shall include the subjects, number of hours in a week devoted to each subject for its teaching in theory, practical and tutorial as may be prescribed by the Pharmacy Council of India from time to time.

7. Practical Training: The student is required to undergo practical training of 150 hrs either in (A) Pharmacy Practice (Hospital/Community pharmacy) or (B) Pharmaceutical and allied Industries spread over a period of not less than one month during the course of study after second year.

8. Syllabus. – The syllabus for each subject of study shall be as prescribed by the Pharmacy Council of India from time to time.

14. Minimum marks for passing examination.? A student shall not be declared to have passed examination unless he or she secures at least 50% marks in each of the subjects separately in the theory and practical examinations, including sessional marks. The students securing 60% marks or above in aggregate in all subjects in a single attempt at B. Pharm shall be declared to have passed in the First Class. Students securing 75% marks or above in any subject or subjects shall be declared to have passed with distinction in the subject or those subjects provided he / she passes in all the subjects in a single attempt.

course: 14 (a). Eligibility for the promotion to the next year. – All the students who have appeared for all the subjects and passed the First year Annual Examination are Eligible for promotion to the second year and so on. However, failure in more than two subjects shall debar him /her from promotion to the next year classes.

15. Approval of examinations.? Examinations mentioned in regulations 10 to 12 and 14 shall be held by the examining authority which shall be approved by the Pharmacy Council of India under sub-section (2) of section 12 of the Pharmacy Act, 1948. Such approval shall be granted only if the examining authority concerned fulfills the conditions as specified in Appendix–(B) to these regulations.

16. Certificate of passing examination.? Every student who has passed the examinations for the B. Pharm shall be granted a certificate by the examining authority.

ENTRANCE TEST:
In order to secure admission, candidates are required to take the entrance test administered by either government or private universities. Admission is granted based on the candidates' scores.

Ans: Although it is the foundational degree in pharmacy, you will still have good job opportunities.

Ans: Hi Ishika,

Since you are from the Konkan area (which includes Mumbai), there are many excellent pharmacy institutions available. Don't worry too much about the financial aspect at this stage. Nowadays, numerous agencies, such as Tata, Reliance, and Infosys, are offering scholarships to students. Most of these agencies provide around 1 lakh for eligible students. I won't comment on the college you mentioned.

In Maharashtra, there are many government institutions, as well as a few deemed universities. To pursue a B.Pharm, you will need to take a common admission test called MHT-CET. It's essential to prepare for and appear in this exam to secure admission, and during counseling, you will get a better idea of your options.

I recommend visiting the websites of potential colleges to check their faculty qualifications and infrastructure details. Look for faculty members who have completed their postgraduate degrees in their respective departments and have at least five years of teaching experience. While a good institute can boost your prospects, it’s important for students to have the willingness to learn and improve their skills. Although many industries may recruit from well-known institutions, students must be prepared to perform well in interviews.

Since you have decided to pursue a B.Pharm, here are some steps to follow:

1. Aim for a good percentage of marks in Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, or Biology in your +2 exams.
2. Prepare for and take the MH-CET.
3. Choose the best college based on your research.
4. Strive for high marks throughout your B.Pharm program (aim for 90% or more to qualify for scholarships).
5. Look for opportunities in multinational companies (MNCs) and consider a career in marketing.
6. After 3-4 years, pursue an MBA.
7. Try to join a product department or a frontline position.

Best of luck with your studies and future plans!