Exams
Pharmacy
Entrance Exams of Pharmacy
The growth of the pharmaceutical industry in India is on the rise thus proving the point of the increased number of students in the pharmacy stream. It is with this in mind that people thinking of getting into the field of pharmacy are assured that there are many choices for them to make when it comes to choosing a career path. The majority of the admissions to the pharmacy are through centralized admissions of the state. Since the pharmacy sector has a broad spectrum in India, numerous recognized establishments and universities offer pharmacy education at different levels, Diploma, Undergraduate as well as Postgraduate. Thus from the year 2025, the admission will be conducted degree- specific for reputed pharmacy institutes through pharmacy entrance exam.
CPNET
The goal of CPNET is to identify qualified candidates that deserve the knowledge and skills to work efficiently in the healthcare sector. The exam includes physics, chemistry, biology and basic English comprehension as subjects of knowledge. Through assessing the competence and comprehension of such subjects, the CPNET is able to admit only the qualified and capable in the paramedical, pharmacy and nursing courses.
CPNET Eligibility Criteria
| Eligibility Criteria |
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| - Indian citizens and residents of Uttar Pradesh - 10+2 or equivalent from a recognized board - Minimum 45% for general candidates, 40% for reserved categories (SC/ST/OBC) - Age limit: 17-35 years for general, 17-40 years for SC/ST/OBC |
NIPER JEE
NIPER JEE MBA 2025 will be a Computer Based Test (CBT) conducted by the end of the second week of June 2025. NIPER JEE is a MBA entrance examination taken at national level for the purpose of getting admission in various postgraduate courses offered in National Institutes of Pharmaceutical Education and Research (NIPERs).
NIPER JEE Eligibility Criteria
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| - Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy (B.Pharm), Pharmaceutical Sciences, or Medicine (MBBS) - Minimum 60% or 6.75 CGPA - Valid GATE/NET/GPAT scorecard may be required - Indian citizens; Foreign nationals can apply through the Ministry of External Affairs |
CUCET
CUCET is the university level entrance test for providing admission to various courses offered online by the Chandigarh University (CU). CUCET exam is compulsory to get admission in various undergraduate and postgraduate programs of the university for various disciplines such as teaching, engineering, agriculture, mass communication, animation and pharmaceutical sciences, social sciences and business administration. Scholarship is also available for the candidate through CUCET for Undergraduate and Postgraduate courses
CUCET Eligibility Criteria
Undergraduate (UG) Courses
| Eligibility Criteria |
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| - 50% marks in 10+2 from a recognized board - Students appearing for 10+2 in 2024 can also apply |
Postgraduate (PG) Courses
| Eligibility Criteria |
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| - 50% marks in graduation from a UGC-recognized University |
MDUCEE
MDUCEE exam is for M.sc M.pharma and undergraduate courses offered by the Maharishi Dayanand University, Haryana. The application form will be out with the official notification of the same. The entrance examination being conducted to the Maharishi Dayanand University popularly known as MDU will be in English. A candidate is free to choose the MDUCEE examination center of their preference. Maharshi Dayanand University also provides Under Graduate, Diploma, PhD and Distance Education.
MDUCEE Eligibility Criteria
Undergraduate Programs
| Eligibility Criteria |
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| - Passed or enrolled in 10+2 with required subjects (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics) as specified by the program |
Postgraduate Programs
| Eligibility Criteria |
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| - Bachelor's degree in the relevant field from a recognized institution - Specific percentage requirements may apply |
BITS HD
The BITS HD exam is a very competitive examination which is conducted by the Birla Institute of Technology and Science, Pilani for admission to M.E./M.Pharm/M.Phil., programmes in the institute. Students who wish to apply for admission to BITS’ higher degree programmes leading to M.E. or M.Pharm at Pilani, Hyderabad or Goa campus, must appear for BITS HD entrance test. Candidates need to understand that there is direct admission into the BITS Higher Degree programmes through the GATE/GPAT scores in those programmes along with the BITS HD test. BITS HD 2025 is the admission test in which the candidates are eligible to apply for admission in three higher education degrees which are integrated first and master degree courses in engineering, philosophy and pharmacy including Master of Engineering, Master of Philosophy and Master of Pharmacy respectively in different courses.
BITS HD Eligibility Criteria
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| - Integrated degree from BITS or equivalent with a minimum of 60% marks |
BUAT
Banasthali University Aptitude Test 2025 or BUAT is a computer based test that is conducted only at Banasthali University located in Jaipur. The exam is aimed at the female candidates who want to get Enrollment in the various courses namely BTech, BPharm, MSc Biotechnology, MBA, BDes, BEd, MA Textile Designing, MTech, MPhil and MA. Candidates should also note that Banasthali Vidyapith accepts only female students under any courses it offers; this makes a good stand for diversity. The test must be completed on-line; it is an aptitude test. This famous school is to offer females of high quality education and Nigerian, particularly, the aptitude test, enables any woman of desire with numerous courses chances.
BUAT Eligibility Criteria
| Eligibility Criteria |
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| - Female candidates only - 10+2 with 60% for BTech (Physics, Chemistry, and Maths) and 50% for BDesign - 50% graduation rate for B.Ed and MBA (55% for Engineering or Technology, 45% for SC/ST) |
VSAT
The Competitor exam known as VSAT is Vignan’s Scholastic Aptitude Test, this examination conducted by the Vignan’s Foundation for Science, Technology and Research University (Deemed University). It provides admissions in many BTech/BPharmacy programs. The University provides a large number of degrees at the undergraduate, postgraduate as well as research levels.
VSAT Eligibility Criteria
| Eligibility Criteria |
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| - Born on or after July 1, 2003 - 7.0 CGPA or 60% aggregate in Class 12 (AP/Telangana/South India) or 50% (North/East India) - Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics/Biology and English/Aptitude as subjects |
KCET
The Karnataka Common Entrance Test (KCET) is organized by Karnataka Examination Authority (KEA) to provide admission for students in engineering, Pharmacy and agriculture courses in different colleges/institutions in Karnataka only. Students who qualify in this test shall be allowed to join different colleges in government and private learning institutions across the state. However, KEA has listed some admission criteria which must be met before one can be admitted to the colleges under it.
KCET Eligibility Criteria
| Eligibility Criteria |
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| - Passed 2nd PUC/Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology/Mathematics with minimum 45% marks (40% for reserved categories) - Diploma in Pharmacy with minimum 45% marks (40% for reserved categories) |
LPUNEST
LPUNEST is a test that Lovely Professional University conducts for admission in Engineering, Law Management etc. LPUNEST stands for Lovely Professional University National Entrance & Scholarship Test, which a student has to take for getting admission and scholarships in most of the programs in Lovely Professional University.
LPUNEST Eligibility Criteria
| Eligibility Criteria |
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| - 60% aggregate marks in 10+2 (Physics, Mathematics, and English) - Relaxations for North-East/Sikkim candidates, Defence Personnel, Kashmiri Migrants, and outstanding Sports Persons |
GPAT
The Graduate Pharmacy Aptitude Test (GPAT) is the national level entrance exam through which the M Pharm entrance exam is conducted. There are around 800 colleges in India where the candidates have to clear GPAT 2025 scores. It is also valid for All AICTE-Approved Institutions/University Departments/Constituent Colleges/Affiliated Colleges for GPAT 2025 score. The fault within the pricing of Captain sealant model 208-3 B and the involvement of the National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS) has led to the fact that the GPAT 2025 is taken in morning and afternoon shifts.
GPAT Eligibility Criteria
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| - Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy or equivalent from a recognized university - Candidates appearing for the final year of their bachelor’s degree can also apply - Indian citizens only - No age limit |
