The Master of Science in Medical Pharmacology at Yenepoya (Deemed to be University) is a two-year postgraduate research and academic programme offered at the Department of Pharmacology, Yenepoya Medical College (YMC), Mangaluru. The programme covers pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics, drug receptor interactions and signalling, autonomic and central nervous system pharmacology, cardiovascular and renal pharmacology, antimicrobial and antineoplastic pharmacology, clinical pharmacology and rational drug use, pharmacogenomics and personalised medicine, toxicology and adverse drug reactions, drug regulatory affairs and GCP guidelines, biostatistics for pharmacological research, scientific writing, and a dissertation research project in pharmacology, equipping graduates for pharmacology researcher, drug regulatory professional, and clinical pharmacologist roles. Yenepoya (Deemed to be University) holds NAAC A+ accreditation and Yenepoya Medical College operates a 1,300-bed teaching hospital. Total programme fee is INR 2,16,000 for the two years.
📋 Admission Status: Yenepoya University M.Sc Medical Pharmacology admissions for 2026-27 are open. Apply at admissions.yenepoya.edu.in. Admission is based on graduation merit and departmental selection.
Key Points
- Two-Year M.Sc Medical Pharmacology at Department of Pharmacology, Yenepoya Medical College (YMC), Mangaluru, Yenepoya University
- Covers pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics, drug receptor interactions and signalling and more
- Eligibility: MBBS, B.Pharm, or B.Sc (Pharmacology/Biochemistry/Physiology/Life Sciences) from a recogni with 50% minimum
- Admission via Y-ENTRANCE and graduation merit; no national entrance exam required
Yenepoya University M.Sc Medical Pharmacology Fees
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|
| Fee (Year 1) | INR 1,16,000 |
| Fee (Year 2) | INR 1,00,000 |
| Total Fees (2 Years, Hostel Separate) | INR 2,16,000 |
- Source: YMC fee structure; verify 2026-27 fee at yenepoya.edu.in.
- No stipend; confirm living cost arrangements before joining.
- Registration fee INR 26,000 payable at admission; hostel separate.
- Verify 2026-27 fee and additional charges at yenepoya.edu.in.
Yenepoya University M.Sc Medical Pharmacology Admission 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| Yenepoya Application Window | July to September 2026; confirm at admissions.yenepoya.edu.in |
| Departmental Selection / Y-ENTRANCE | As per university schedule; check yenepoya.edu.in |
| Classes Commence | October 2026 (tentative) |
- Eligibility: relevant science degree or MBBS; 50% minimum.
- Admission: Y-ENTRANCE score (or merit); no national PG entrance exam required.
- Apply at admissions.yenepoya.edu.in with UG marksheets and relevant documents.
- Confirm 2026-27 seat availability at Department of Pharmacology.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates must hold a MBBS, B.Pharm, or B.Sc (Pharmacology/Biochemistry/Physiology/Life Sciences) from a recognised university from a UGC-recognised university with a minimum of 50 percent aggregate marks (45 percent for SC/ST Karnataka candidates).
- Admission is based on Y-ENTRANCE (Yenepoya University entrance test) score and graduation merit. A departmental interview or merit-based direct admission may also apply; confirm the 2026-27 selection process at yenepoya.edu.in or contact the Department of Pharmacology, Yenepoya Medical College (YMC), Mangaluru.
Admission Process
- Apply at admissions.yenepoya.edu.in with MBBS, B.Pharm, or B.Sc (Pharmacology/Biochemistry/Physiology/Life Sciences) from a recognised university marksheets and supporting documents.
- Register for the Y-ENTRANCE (Yenepoya AI-proctored entrance test) at admissions.yenepoya.edu.in if required.
- Merit list is prepared on entrance score and UG graduation marks; shortlisted candidates are called for a departmental interaction.
- Pay the programme Year 1 fee and INR 26,000 registration fee; complete document verification at Yenepoya Medical College, Mangaluru.
- Complete registration formalities; classes and laboratory training at Department of Pharmacology, Yenepoya Medical College (YMC), Mangaluru commence as per academic schedule.
✓ Opt for this if
- Career goal is pharmacology researcher, drug regulatory affairs executive, or clinical pharmacology professional
- MBBS, B.Pharm, or B.Sc Life Sciences background with interest in drug action and pharmacological research
- Yenepoya Medical College provides access to clinical pharmacology labs and a 1,300-bed teaching hospital
- Total fee of INR 2.16 Lakhs for a 2-year M.Sc Medical Pharmacology at a NAAC A+ university is competitive
- Planning UGC-NET Life Sciences, GPAT, or PhD in Pharmacology after completing the M.Sc
✗ Skip if
- Goal is clinical medicine practice; M.Sc Medical Pharmacology is an academic and research pathway
- Government medical college or top AIIMS pharmacology department is the only acceptable research host
- Fee data is from 2025-26; verify the 2026-27 fee at yenepoya.edu.in before applying
- Career target requires MBBS-level clinical qualification rather than an M.Sc in pharmacological sciences
Yenepoya University M.Sc Medical Pharmacology Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|
| Yenepoya Merit Scholarship | As per university norms | Based on Class 12 marks or entrance exam rank; awarded at admission |
| Central Sector Scholarship (NSP) | Up to INR 12,000/year | Merit-based; family income below INR 8,00,000; scholarships.gov.in |
| Post-Matric Scholarship (Government of Karnataka) | As per government norms | SC/ST Karnataka domicile students; state scholarship portal |
| Prime Minister’s Special Scholarship Scheme (J&K) | As per scheme norms | Students from J&K and UT of Ladakh; aicte-pragati-saksham-neu.in |
- Yenepoya Merit Scholarship: based on UG marks or entrance rank.
- Central Sector Scholarship: family income below INR 8 lakh; scholarships.gov.in.
- Karnataka state scholarships: SC/ST/OBC domicile students; state portal.
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