About D. Pharma
The Diploma in Pharmacy (D.Pharm) at Amarnath College of Pharmacy is a career-oriented, entry-level program designed for students aspiring to build a successful future in the pharmaceutical field. The course equips learners with essential knowledge and practical skills to serve as qualified pharmacists in hospitals, community pharmacies, and other healthcare sectors. Upon successful completion, students can register with the Pharmacy Council of India (PCI) to become licensed pharmacists.
D Pharmacy Overview Table
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Particulars |
Details |
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Full Form |
Diploma in Pharmacy (D.Pharm) |
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Level |
Undergraduate Diploma |
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Duration |
2 Years + 3 Months Internship |
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Eligibility |
10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Mathematics |
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Minimum Age |
17 Years |
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Admission Process |
Merit-Based / Entrance Exam (JEECUP, etc.) |
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Regulatory Body |
Pharmacy Council of India (PCI) |
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Internship Requirement |
3 Months (Hospital/Pharmacy/Health Centre) |
Course Structure – Diploma in Pharmacy (D.Pharm)
The D.Pharm program at Amarnath College of Pharmacy is divided into three parts.
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Part I & II cover theoretical and practical aspects of pharmaceutical sciences, including drug development, production, marketing, and distribution.
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Part III focuses on practical training, offering hands-on experience in hospital and community pharmacies.
As per the Pharmacy Council of India (PCI) guidelines, students undergo on-the-job training or internships at reputed institutions, subject to availability.
During this training, students gain exposure to:
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Proper record keeping and documentation
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Use of pharmaceutical instruments and apparatus
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Reading, understanding, and dispensing prescriptions
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Safe storage and handling of drugs and medical preparations
Duration
The D.Pharm course at Amarnath College of Pharmacy is a 2-year program that combines theoretical learning with extensive practical training. The curriculum is divided into two academic years, focusing on classroom instruction, laboratory work, and hands-on internship or industrial training to prepare students for a professional career in pharmacy.
Eligibility
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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 (PCM) and or Biology (PCB/PCMB) as optional subjects individually. Any other qualification approved by the Pharmacy Council of India as equivalent to any of the above examinations.
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Provided that a student should complete the age of 17 years on or before 31st December of the year of admission to the course.