Planning a career in pharmacy? Your first step is knowing which entrance exam leads to which course. Some pharmacy courses admit students through national exams like GPAT (for M.Pharm) and CUET UG (for some universities), some through state level exams, and many private universities through their own admission process. The tables below list the exams, who conducts them and which courses they cover.
Latest update
- GPAT: the National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS) website, natboard.edu.in, carries a notice titled “Result of GPAT 2026 Declared”. Keep checking the NBEMS notices page for the next GPAT announcement.
- CUET UG: conducted by the National Testing Agency and listed among its exams on nta.ac.in. Some universities use it for B.Pharm admission, so check each university’s admission notice.
Last checked on official websites: 1 November 2026. We update this section regularly.
Which pharmacy exam should you prepare for?
- After class 12 (B.Pharm / D.Pharm): look at your state’s entrance exam and the admission process of the universities you like. Some universities also accept CUET UG scores.
- After B.Pharm (M.Pharm): GPAT is the main national exam. NIPER JEE is for admission to NIPER institutes.
- For a particular private university: read its own admission notice, because many run their own tests or admit on merit.
National Level Pharmacy Entrance Exams
| Exam Name | Conducting Body | Courses Covered | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| GPAT (Graduate Pharmacy Aptitude Test) | National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS) | M.Pharm, some Pharm.D | National PG |
| NIPER JEE | National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education & Research | M.Pharm, MS, PhD (NIPER) | National PG |
| BITSAT (Birla Institute of Technology and Science Admission Test) | BITS Pilani | B.Pharm | National UG / Deemed |
| CUET UG (Common University Entrance Test) | National Testing Agency | B.Pharm (some universities) | National UG |
| Indian Institute of Science / IIT Pharmacy Admission Tests | Respective IITs / IISc | B.Pharm / M.Pharm / PhD | National Institute |
State Level Pharmacy Entrance Exams
| Exam Name | Conducting Body | Courses Covered | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| AP EAMCET (AP EAPCET – Pharmacy) | Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education | B.Pharm | State (AP) |
| TS EAMCET (Telangana) | Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University, Hyderabad | B.Pharm | State (TS) |
| MHT-CET (Maharashtra) | State CET Cell, Maharashtra | B.Pharm | State (MH) |
| WBJEE (West Bengal Joint Entrance Exam) | West Bengal Joint Entrance Examinations Board | B.Pharm | State (WB) |
| GUJCET (Gujarat CET) | Gujarat Secondary & Higher Secondary Education Board | B.Pharm | State (GJ) |
| KCET (Karnataka Common Entrance Test) | Karnataka Examinations Authority | B.Pharm | State (KA) |
| OJEE (Odisha Joint Entrance Exam) | Odisha Joint Entrance Examination Board | B.Pharm / M.Pharm | State (OD) |
| CG PPHT (Chhattisgarh Pre‑Pharmacy Test) | Chhattisgarh Professional Examination Board | B.Pharm / D.Pharm | State (CG) |
| RUHS Pharmacy Entrance Exam (Rajasthan) | Rajasthan University of Health Sciences | B.Pharm | State (RJ) |
| UKSEE Pharmacy Exam (Uttarakhand) | Uttarakhand Technical University | B.Pharm | State (UK) |
| KEAM (Kerala) | Commissioner for Entrance Examinations, Kerala | B.Pharm | State (KL) |
| BCECE (Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Exam) | Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examinations Board | B.Pharm / Lateral Entry | State (BR) |
University Level Pharmacy Entrance Exams
| Exam / Admission Test | Conducting Body / Institute | Courses Covered | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| MET (Manipal Entrance Test – Pharmacy) | Manipal Academy of Higher Education | B.Pharm | University / Deemed |
| Amrita Nursing & Pharmacy Entrance | Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham | B.Pharm / M.Pharm | University |
| Symbiosis Pharmacy Entrance | Symbiosis International University | B.Pharm / M.Pharm | University |
| Jamia Hamdard University Pharmacy Admission | Jamia Hamdard University | B.Pharm / M.Pharm / Pharm.D | University |
| SRM Institute of Science & Technology | SRM University | B.Pharm / M.Pharm | University |
| Chandigarh University Pharmacy Admission | Chandigarh University | B.Pharm / M.Pharm | University |
| KLE Academy of Higher Education | KLE University | B.Pharm / M.Pharm | University |
| Dayananda Sagar University Pharmacy Admission | Dayananda Sagar University | B.Pharm / M.Pharm | University |
| Lovely Professional University (LPU) Pharmacy Admission | LPU | B.Pharm / M.Pharm | University |
| Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) Pharmacy Entrance | AMU | B.Pharm / M.Pharm | Central University |
| Christian Medical College (CMC) Vellore | CMC Vellore | B.Pharm / Pharm.D | Institute Level |
| King George’s Medical University (KGMU) Pharmacy Admission | KGMU, Lucknow | B.Pharm / M.Pharm | University Level |
| Rajasthan University of Health Sciences (RUHS) Pharmacy Admission | RUHS Jaipur | B.Pharm / M.Pharm | University Level |
| Institute of Liver & Biliary Sciences (ILBS) | ILBS, Delhi | M.Pharm | Institute Level |
| Veer Narmad South Gujarat University (VNSGU) | VNSGU | M.Pharm | University Level |
| NEIGRIHMS Pharmacy Entrance | North Eastern Indira Gandhi Regional Institute of Health & Medical Sciences | B.Pharm / M.Pharm | Institute Level |
How to check that a pharmacy college is approved
Before you pay any fees, confirm that the college and the course are recognised. The Pharmacy Council of India (pci.nic.in) is the regulator for pharmacy education. Also check the university’s recognition with the University Grants Commission (ugc.gov.in). Our step-by-step guide explains the process: How to avoid fake colleges (in Hindi).
Read next
- GPAT Entrance Guide
- Pharmacy Courses: B.Pharm, D.Pharm, M.Pharm and more
- Diploma in Pharmacy (D.Pharm), Undergraduate in Pharmacy (B.Pharm), Postgraduate in Pharmacy (M.Pharm), Doctorate in Pharmacy (Pharm.D)
- All entrance exams in India
Top pharmacy colleges by city
Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore, Hyderabad, Chennai, Pune, Kolkata, Lucknow, Chandigarh, Ahmedabad, Varanasi, Patiala and Amritsar.
After admission: build your career
Along with your degree, communication and interview skills decide how fast you get your first job. See the courses at Bhavya Gyan Academy, read our fresher resume guide (in Hindi) and browse openings on JobsHub. Researchers and faculty can also explore Mantech Publications for academic journals.
Further reading (Official resources)
- Pharmacy Council of India (PCI)
- National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS)
- National Testing Agency (NTA)
- University Grants Commission (UGC)
Conclusion
Choose your course first, then the exam that leads to it, and confirm every date and eligibility rule from the official notice. Check the college’s approval before you pay any fees, and keep this page bookmarked for the latest updates.
FAQs
Is GPAT compulsory for M.Pharm admission?
GPAT is the main national exam for M.Pharm, but admission rules depend on the institution. Check the admission notice of the college or university you are applying to.
Is there an all-India entrance exam for B.Pharm?
Admission to B.Pharm usually goes through state level entrance exams or a university’s own process. Some universities also accept CUET UG scores. Check each university’s notice.
Who conducts GPAT?
The National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS) publishes GPAT notices, including the result of GPAT 2026, on natboard.edu.in.
How do I check if a pharmacy college is approved?
Check the Pharmacy Council of India website for pharmacy education approvals and confirm the university’s recognition on the UGC website before paying any fees.
Where can I see the colleges for pharmacy?
See our city-wise lists of pharmacy colleges linked on this page, or visit Explore Colleges on bhavyagyan.in.