Ratnam Institute of Pharmacy, Nellore charges between INR 1.20 Lakhs and INR 3.90 Lakhs depending on the programme. B.Pharm, the undergraduate flagship, costs INR 2.04 Lakhs for the complete four years. Pharm.D, the longest programme at six years, is the most expensive at INR 3.90 Lakhs total.
Note: Fee figures reflect the 2026 academic cycle as reported by the institute. Verify current amounts directly at the official institute portal before submission.
Ratnam Institute of Pharmacy Course and Fees Quick Overview
- 7 pharmacy programmes spanning undergraduate, postgraduate, and Pharm.D streams
- Fee range: INR 1.20 Lakhs (M.Pharm, two years) to INR 3.90 Lakhs (Pharm.D, six years)
- B.Pharm (four years) costs INR 2.04 Lakhs total, approximately INR 51,200 per year
- All four M.Pharm specializations carry the same fee: INR 1.20 Lakhs each
- Pharm.D Post Baccalaureate (three years) is available at INR 2.40 Lakhs for B.Pharm graduates
- B.Pharm and Pharm.D admissions are through AP EAPCET; M.Pharm admissions are through GPAT
Ratnam Institute of Pharmacy Courses and Fees 2026
| Course | Total Fees |
|---|---|
| Bachelor of Pharmacy [B.Pharm] | INR 2,04,800 |
| Pharm.D | INR 3,90,000 |
| Pharm.D (Post Baccalaureate) | INR 2,40,000 |
| Master of Pharmacy [M.Pharm] (Pharmaceutical Analysis) | INR 1,20,000 |
| Master of Pharmacy [M.Pharm] (Pharmaceutics) | INR 1,20,000 |
| Master of Pharmacy [M.Pharm] (Pharmacology) | INR 1,20,000 |
| Master of Pharmacy [M.Pharm] (Pharmacy Practice) | INR 1,20,000 |
Ratnam Institute of Pharmacy B.Pharm Fees 2026-27
At INR 2.04 Lakhs for four years, B.Pharm works out to roughly INR 51,200 per year, placing it among the more accessible private pharmacy options in Andhra Pradesh. The programme spans eight semesters and leads to a degree recognised by the Pharmacy Council of India. Admission is through AP EAPCET, with the 2026 exam held from May 12 to May 20, 2026, and results declared on June 1, 2026.
B.Pharm is a single undivided programme with no sub-specializations; all admitted students follow the same curriculum. Candidates must have cleared 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology or Mathematics, with a minimum of 45 percent marks in aggregate.
| Programme | Duration | Total Fees |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Pharmacy [B.Pharm] | 4 Years | INR 2,04,800 |
Ratnam Institute of Pharmacy M.Pharm Fees 2026-27
The M.Pharm programme runs across four specializations, and every one of them costs exactly the same: INR 1.20 Lakhs for the full two years. That works out to INR 60,000 per year, making M.Pharm the most economical per-year option at the institute. Admission is through GPAT, with the 2026 exam held on March 7, 2026, and results released on April 7, 2026. GPAT-qualified candidates with a B.Pharm degree from a PCI-recognised institution are eligible. Candidates who clear GPAT also become eligible for the AICTE-funded fellowship of INR 8,000 per month during the programme, which can partially offset total costs.
M.Pharm Specializations and Fees 2026-27
| Specialization | Duration | Total Fees |
|---|---|---|
| Pharmaceutical Analysis | 2 Years | INR 1,20,000 |
| Pharmaceutics | 2 Years | INR 1,20,000 |
| Pharmacology | 2 Years | INR 1,20,000 |
| Pharmacy Practice | 2 Years | INR 1,20,000 |
Ratnam Institute of Pharmacy Pharm.D Fees 2026-27
Pharm.D is the most expensive programme at Ratnam Institute of Pharmacy: INR 3.90 Lakhs for six years. That premium reflects the programme length and scope: six years versus four for B.Pharm, with the final year dedicated to clinical pharmacy rotations in hospital settings. Admission follows the same AP EAPCET route as B.Pharm, with the 2026 exam covering May 12 to May 20, 2026.
For B.Pharm graduates who want the Pharm.D credential without repeating undergraduate coursework, the Pharm.D (Post Baccalaureate) route is available at INR 2.40 Lakhs over three years. At INR 1.50 Lakhs less than the full six-year route, it is the faster path for working pharmacists upgrading their qualification to a clinical level.
| Programme | Duration | Total Fees |
|---|---|---|
| Pharm.D | 6 Years | INR 3,90,000 |
| Pharm.D (Post Baccalaureate) | 3 Years | INR 2,40,000 |
Ratnam Institute of Pharmacy Application Fees 2026
Ratnam Institute of Pharmacy does not charge a separate institute-level application fee. Admissions to B.Pharm and Pharm.D run through the AP EAPCET state counseling process managed by APSCHE (Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education). Candidates pay counseling registration and web-option fees directly to APSCHE, not to the institute.
- AP EAPCET Exam Fee: Paid to the Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education at the time of AP EAPCET registration. Verify the exact amount on the official AP EAPCET portal, as it varies by category.
- AP EAPCET Counseling Fee: A web-option and registration charge is collected by APSCHE during counseling rounds for B.Pharm and Pharm.D seats. Exact amounts are notified separately by APSCHE for each counseling session.
- GPAT Exam Fee: Paid to NTA at the time of GPAT registration for M.Pharm admission. Not payable to the institute.
For confirmed fee amounts applicable to the 2026-27 admission cycle, check the official APSCHE counseling notification and the NTA GPAT bulletin.
Ratnam Institute of Pharmacy Courses and Fees FAQs
Ques. What is the total fee for B.Pharm at Ratnam Institute of Pharmacy?
Ans. The total B.Pharm fee is INR 2,04,800 for the complete four-year programme. This works out to approximately INR 51,200 per year. Admission is through AP EAPCET conducted by APSCHE, and fees are paid to the institute after seat allotment during state counseling.
Ques. What is the M.Pharm fee at Ratnam Institute of Pharmacy?
Ans. M.Pharm costs INR 1,20,000 for the full two-year programme, uniform across all four specializations: Pharmaceutical Analysis, Pharmaceutics, Pharmacology, and Pharmacy Practice. Admission is through GPAT scores. At INR 60,000 per year, it is the lowest per-year cost among all programmes at the institute.
Ques. What is the Pharm.D fee at Ratnam Institute of Pharmacy?
Ans. Pharm.D (6 years) costs INR 3,90,000 total. Pharm.D (Post Baccalaureate), the 3-year route for B.Pharm graduates, costs INR 2,40,000. Both are admitted through AP EAPCET. Pharm.D is the most expensive programme at the institute due to its six-year clinical pharmacy curriculum.
Ques. What is the per-semester fee for B.Pharm at Ratnam Institute of Pharmacy?
Ans. B.Pharm spans 8 semesters over 4 years. The total fee is INR 2,04,800, averaging approximately INR 25,600 per semester. The exact semester-wise breakup may vary across years of study; contact the admissions office for the semester-specific schedule.
Ques. Which entrance exam is needed for B.Pharm admission at Ratnam Institute of Pharmacy?
Ans. B.Pharm and Pharm.D admissions are through AP EAPCET, managed by APSCHE. The 2026 exam was held from May 12 to May 20, 2026, with results on June 1, 2026. Candidates need 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology or Mathematics with at least 45 percent marks in aggregate.
Ques. Which exam is required for M.Pharm at Ratnam Institute of Pharmacy?
Ans. M.Pharm admission requires a valid GPAT score. The 2026 GPAT was conducted on March 7, 2026. Candidates must hold a B.Pharm degree from a PCI-recognised institution. GPAT qualifiers are also eligible for an AICTE fellowship of INR 8,000 per month during the programme.
Ques. Does Ratnam Institute of Pharmacy charge a separate application fee?
Ans. No separate application fee is charged by the institute. Admission fees for B.Pharm and Pharm.D are paid to APSCHE as part of AP EAPCET counseling. For M.Pharm, the GPAT exam fee is paid to NTA. Neither is an institute-level application charge.
Ques. What is the cheapest course at Ratnam Institute of Pharmacy?
Ans. M.Pharm is the cheapest option at INR 1,20,000 for two years, uniform across all four specializations. On a per-year basis, it costs INR 60,000, the lowest annual fee at the institute. It requires a GPAT-qualified B.Pharm background for admission.
Ques. What courses does Ratnam Institute of Pharmacy offer in total?
Ans. The institute offers 7 pharmacy programmes: B.Pharm (4 years) at INR 2.04 Lakhs, Pharm.D (6 years) at INR 3.90 Lakhs, Pharm.D Post Baccalaureate (3 years) at INR 2.40 Lakhs, and M.Pharm in four specializations (Pharmaceutical Analysis, Pharmaceutics, Pharmacology, Pharmacy Practice) each at INR 1.20 Lakhs for 2 years.
Ques. Is the Pharm.D Post Baccalaureate open to all graduates or only B.Pharm holders?
Ans. Pharm.D Post Baccalaureate is exclusively for B.Pharm graduates. It is a 3-year lateral-entry route into the Pharm.D clinical qualification, costing INR 2.40 Lakhs total. It is designed for working pharmacists who hold a B.Pharm degree and want to upgrade to a clinical pharmacy credential without repeating the full six-year programme.
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