SPPU M.Sc Drug Chemistry: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Aundh, PuneState UniversityEstd 1949NAAC Grade A+
Total fees
INR 40,000
2 years, no hostel
Average pay
INR 5 LPA
SPPU median figure used for ROI
Cutoff
50%
B.Sc Chemistry score range, merit route
Placement rate
70%
course placement guide figure used for ROI

About SPPU M.Sc Drug Chemistry

SPPU offers a two-year, full-time Master of Science [M.Sc] (Drug Chemistry) with 30 seats in the Chemistry department route. The course is for students who want organic chemistry, drug design basics, lab work and pharma research. The university has NAAC A+ and is #21 in Collegedunia's Science colleges list 2026. The full fee without hostel is INR 40,000, based on the M.Sc Chemistry notice fee for Maharashtra students. Admission is on merit. B.Sc Chemistry students get first preference. B.Sc Biochemistry students are considered if seats are left. The page uses INR 5 LPA as the median pay figure and 70% as the course placement guide figure.

SPPU M.Sc Drug Chemistry Fees

The total fees with hostel cost is INR 51,700 while the fees without hostel is INR 40,000. The tuition fee is INR 40,000. You pay the academic fee online during admission. SPPU fixes the fee through the M.Sc Chemistry notice. Hostel and mess are extra, so plan them before you pay.

Fee headAmountHow it is charged
Academic feeINR 40,000Per year × 2, INR 20,000 a year
Hostel and messINR 11,700Per year × 2, INR 5,850 a year
Total, no hostelINR 40,000Full course
Total with hostel costINR 51,700Full course

SPPU M.Sc Drug Chemistry Admission Dates

The 2027 M.Sc Chemistry calendar is not out yet, so May 2027 is the first estimated form month. The OEE exam, merit list, counselling, fee payment and classes rows follow the 2026 cycle. You should check the SPPU CCEP page before you fill the form.

EventDateStatus
OEE admission noticeApr 2027Tentative
OEE registration, last date to applyMay 2027Tentative
OEE examFeb 2027Tentative
OEE result and merit listMar 2027Tentative
Admission counselling and branch allotmentMar 2027Tentative
Admission fee payment, last dateJul 2027Tentative
Document check and enrolmentJul 2027Tentative
Classes startAug 2027Tentative

SPPU M.Sc Drug Chemistry Eligibility

B.Sc Chemistry and B.Sc Biochemistry are the two subject routes in the table. You need a bachelor degree with Drug Chemistry as a Special or General subject. The department gives first preference to B.Sc Chemistry students. If seats are left, B.Sc Biochemistry students are checked on merit.

RequirementWhat you need
DegreeBachelor degree with Chemistry or Biochemistry
First preferenceB.Sc Chemistry students on merit
Second routeB.Sc Biochemistry students if seats are left
DocumentsFinal mark sheet, caste paper if used, and home state proof if needed

SPPU M.Sc Drug Chemistry Admission Process

The form, merit list, admission fee and document check are the steps in the table. You register online, fill the M.Sc Drug Chemistry form and upload the papers. The department checks merit from your qualifying marks. If your name is listed, you pay the fee and finish enrolment.

StepWhat you do
Register onlineCreate the SPPU admission login
Fill the formChoose M.Sc Drug Chemistry and add marks
Merit checkDepartment checks B.Sc Chemistry route and score
Pay feePay the admission fee before the last date
Document checkBring original mark sheets and category papers if used

SPPU M.Sc Drug Chemistry Cutoff

The General score range starts at 50% and the safer range starts at 60%. These are guide ranges for merit reading, not an entrance exam score. B.Sc Chemistry is stronger than B.Sc Biochemistry when seats fill fast. Use the checker below for your category.

CategoryClosing rank or scoreRound and year
General50OEE guide, 2027 estimate
OBC-NCL45OEE guide, 2027 estimate
SC40OEE guide, 2027 estimate
ST40OEE guide, 2027 estimate
EWS45OEE guide, 2027 estimate

SPPU M.Sc Drug Chemistry Placements

The page uses INR 5 LPA as the median pay figure and 70% as the course placement guide figure. M.Sc Drug Chemistry course placement numbers are not published cleanly. Most useful routes are teaching, pharma research, lab work and exams. Build writing samples while you study.

MetricValue
Average payINR 5 LPA
Placement rate70%
Course placementNot published
Useful rolesTeaching, pharma research, lab work, exam preparation
Department supportCSIR NET, GATE and SET guidance

SPPU M.Sc Drug Chemistry Scholarships

Four schemes can cut the fee by INR 6,600 to INR 40,000. MahaDBT SC or ST fee support gives the biggest waiver. The state and central schemes need income or category papers. Keep the bank account and mark sheet ready before the portal opens.

ScholarshipWho can get itAmount or waiver
MahaDBT SC or ST fee supportSC or ST students with valid Maharashtra papersINR 6,600
Central Sector SchemeAny category, family income up to INR 8 LakhsINR 10,000
EWS supportEWS students with income papersINR 6,600
OBC post-matric supportOBC-NCL students with income papersINR 5,000

SPPU M.Sc Drug Chemistry Ranking

SPPU is #21 in Collegedunia's Science colleges list 2026 and holds NAAC A+. The ranking line shows the university brand, not only this MA course. The grade matters because many students use it for higher study and teaching plans.

Ranking bodyYearRank or grade
Collegedunia Science colleges list2026#21
NAAClatest cycleA+
University type2026State university

SPPU M.Sc Drug Chemistry Course Structure

The course takes 2 years and is split into literature, language and functional Drug Chemistry study. You read organic synthesis, spectroscopy and medicinal chemistry papers. You also prepare for lab work, pharma research and exams through department guidance.

YearWhat you study
Year 1Organic chemistry, spectroscopy, practical work and basic medicinal chemistry
Year 2Drug design basics, medicinal chemistry papers, project work and seminars
SupportDepartment labs, library, seminars and exam guidance

SPPU M.Sc Drug Chemistry Seats and Intake

The Chemistry department notice lists 25 regular seats and 5 industry sponsored seats for Medicinal Chemistry Drug Chemistry. SC seats are 13%, ST seats are 7%, and OBC seats are 19% as per the table. This page uses the 30-seat Drug Chemistry literature route. Special reservation is applied as per university rules.

QuotaSeats
Regular Medicinal Chemistry seats25
Industry sponsored seats5
SC reservation13%
ST reservation7%
OBC reservation19%

Should you pick M.Sc Drug Chemistry at SPPU?

This course suits students who want pharma labs, organic chemistry and higher study.

Pick it if:
You want pharma lab work: Pune has pharma and chemical labs, so project work can help your first job search.
You have Chemistry in B.Sc: SPPU accepts Chemistry or Biochemistry and checks OEE merit before branch choice.
You want a known department: the Chemistry department has NCL links and lists fellowships for strong M.Sc students.
You need low fees: the full course fee is INR 40,000, so the EMI stays small.
Skip it if:
You need a fixed campus job: course placement numbers are not published, so ask the department before joining for jobs.
You miss the counselling date: Chemistry seats are offered in person, and fee payment closes within days.
You want sure hostel: the notice says hostel is limited and the hostel office handles it separately.
You dislike lab chemistry: the course is built around organic chemistry, spectroscopy and practical work.
Counsellor's advice
Take it if you want pharma labs and can attend counselling in Pune. If you need hostel, ask before you pay.
M.Sc Drug Chemistry Eligibility▾
Degree needed: B.Sc Chemistry, Biochemistry or vocational Chemistry.
Marks needed: 50% for open category and 45% for reserved category.
Subject route: Chemistry or Biochemistry must be one subject at T.Y. B.Sc level.
Documents: Bring B.Sc mark sheets, category paper if used and home state proof if asked.
M.Sc Drug Chemistry Admission Process▾
Register online: Create the CCEP login and choose M.Sc Chemistry.
Fill form: Add BA marks, Chemistry subject details and uploaded papers.
Merit check: SPPU uses entrance marks and the department merit rules.
Choose branch: Pick Medicinal Chemistry when your merit turn comes.
Pay fee: Upload papers and pay before the last date or you lose the seat.

M.Sc Drug Chemistry Admission Dates 2027

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The 2027 calendar is not out yet. These dates are estimates based on 2026. A date marked Confirmed is official.

Tentative
Apr 2027
OEE admission notice
SPPU is expected to post the Chemistry notice before the form starts.
Tentative
May 2027
OEE registration, last date to apply
Submit the form before the last date named in the notice.
Tentative
Jun 2027
OEE exam
SPPU conducts the entrance exam for Chemistry applicants.
Tentative
Jun 2027
OEE result and merit list
The merit list is expected after the entrance result.
Tentative
Jul 2027
Admission counselling and branch allotment
Choose the Medicinal Chemistry branch when your turn comes.
Tentative
Jul 2027
Admission fee payment, last date
You lose the seat if the fee is not paid by the listed date.
Tentative
Jul 2027
Document check and enrolment
Bring original mark sheets and category papers if used.
Tentative
Aug 2027
Classes start
Plan books and travel before classes start.

Source: SPPU CCEP and Chemistry department notices. Confirm on the official site before you act.

SPPU M.Sc Drug Chemistry Fees 2027

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This is the full 2-year cost, not one year. Turn on the toggle to add hostel and mess.

Academic fee
Per year × 2, INR 20,000 a year
INR 40,000
Add hostel + mess
Hostel and mess
Per year × 2, INR 5,850 a year
INR 11,700
Total course fee
INR 40,000
2 years · academic fee, hostel not added
Total course fee
INR 51,700
2 years · academic fee + hostel and mess
Education loan EMI
INR 674
7 yr · 10.5% per year
ROI
1250%
median first-year pay INR 5 LPA vs the full fee
Education loan EMI
INR 872
7 yr · 10.5% per year
ROI
967%
median first-year pay INR 5 LPA vs the full fee

Source: SPPU M.Sc Chemistry notice. Confirm on the official site before you act.

Will your score get you Drug Chemistry at SPPU?

Pick your category and background. The cutoff ranges are guide scores for OEE merit.

Category
Background
General · Chemistry
70 or above: yes, your score is safe for OEE merit.
50 to 69: almost there. Keep Drug Chemistry high during branch choice.
Below 50: not this year. Improve your marks or ask the department.
General · Biochemistry
70 or above: yes, your score is safe for OEE merit.
50 to 59: almost there. Use this route only when seats are left after Special students.
Below 50: not this year. Improve your marks or ask the department.
OBC-NCL · Chemistry
55 or above: yes, your score is safe for the merit check.
45 to 54: almost there. Keep this route first because the department gives it first preference.
Below 45: not this year. Improve your marks or ask the department.
OBC-NCL · Biochemistry
55 or above: yes, your score is safe for the merit check.
45 to 54: almost there. Use this route only when seats are left after Special students.
Below 45: not this year. Improve your marks or ask the department.
SC · Chemistry
50 or above: yes, your score is safe for the merit check.
40 to 49: almost there. Keep this route first because the department gives it first preference.
Below 40: not this year. Improve your marks or ask the department.
SC · Biochemistry
50 or above: yes, your score is safe for the merit check.
40 to 49: almost there. Use this route only when seats are left after Special students.
Below 40: not this year. Improve your marks or ask the department.
ST · Chemistry
50 or above: yes, your score is safe for the merit check.
40 to 49: almost there. Keep this route first because the department gives it first preference.
Below 40: not this year. Improve your marks or ask the department.
ST · Biochemistry
50 or above: yes, your score is safe for the merit check.
40 to 49: almost there. Use this route only when seats are left after Special students.
Below 40: not this year. Improve your marks or ask the department.
EWS · Chemistry
55 or above: yes, your score is safe for the merit check.
45 to 54: almost there. Keep this route first because the department gives it first preference.
Below 45: not this year. Improve your marks or ask the department.
EWS · Biochemistry
55 or above: yes, your score is safe for the merit check.
45 to 54: almost there. Use this route only when seats are left after Special students.
Below 45: not this year. Improve your marks or ask the department.
EDITOR'S NOTE

Treat the safer score as a guide, not a promise. SPPU says Chemistry gets first preference, so the General route depends on seats left after that list.

SPPU M.Sc Drug Chemistry Scholarship Calculator

Answer two questions to see what can cut the fee. Confirm the final amount with SPPU.

Category
Annual family income
Scholarships you missedYou do not qualify on your answers. Tap to see why.▾

Each chip below says which answer blocked the scheme.

MahaDBT SC or ST fee support
INR 6,600
Maharashtra social welfare department
Cuts the academic fee when category and income papers fit.
Who qualifies: SC or ST students with valid Maharashtra papersApply by Oct 2026
Not eligible on your answers
Central Sector Scheme
INR 10,000
Ministry of Education, through NSP
Paid for eligible students who keep passing each year.
Who qualifies: any category, family income up to INR 8 Lakhs a yearApply by Oct 2026
Not eligible on your answers
EWS tuition support
INR 6,600
SPPU and government linked aid
Cuts the academic fee after the EWS paper is accepted.
Who qualifies: EWS certificate, family income up to INR 8 Lakhs a yearApply by Sep 2026
Not eligible on your answers
OBC post-matric support
INR 5,000
State backward classes welfare department
Cuts part of the fee when income and category papers fit.
Who qualifies: OBC-NCL, family income below INR 2.5 Lakhs a yearApply by Nov 2026
Not eligible on your answers
No scheme matches these answers. Ask the college about paying in parts and about education loans.
Estimated total waiver
INR 10,000
Your net course fee: INR 30,000
Estimated total waiver
INR 0
Your net course fee: INR 40,000
Estimated total waiver
INR 15,000
Your net course fee: INR 25,000
Estimated total waiver
INR 16,600
Your net course fee: INR 23,400
Estimated total waiver
INR 16,600
Your net course fee: INR 23,400

SPPU M.Sc Drug Chemistry vs similar colleges

Tap a college to see it next to SPPU. The cream box marks the better number in each row: lower fees, higher pay, an easier cutoff.

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Average paymedian figure used for ROI
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70%
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Closing scoreB.Sc Chemistry merit guide
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SeatsM.Sc Drug Chemistry intake
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If EFLU gives you the subject mix and fee you want, compare it with SPPU on seats and score. If Pune access matters more, keep SPPU high.

Fees and pay can change. Check each college site before you decide.

FAQs on SPPU M.Sc Drug Chemistry

Straight answers to what students ask before they decide.

Is M.Sc Drug Chemistry at SPPU worth the fee?▾
Yes, if you want a low-cost route into drug chemistry, lab work or pharma research. The full academic fee is INR 40,000, and the course has 30 seats in the Chemistry route. Check the department support for CSIR NET and pharma research before you pay.
Should I take this course if I need a campus job?▾
No, not as your only job plan. M.Sc Drug Chemistry course placement numbers are not published cleanly, even though the page uses INR 5 LPA as the median pay figure. Take it for subject depth, lab work, pharma research or exams. Ask the department about recent student outcomes.
What job can I get after M.Sc Drug Chemistry?▾
You can aim for pharma quality control, synthesis labs, research assistant work and exams. The department mentions CSIR NET, GATE and SET support, which fits those paths. Build writing samples and lab records and project work during the 2 years, because the course itself does not promise a fixed job.
Who should pick M.Sc Drug Chemistry at SPPU?▾
Pick it if you already studied Drug Chemistry in BA and want a low-fee university route. B.Sc Chemistry students get first preference, and B.Sc Biochemistry students are checked if seats are left. If your goal is lab work or pharma research, this course fits better than a general language certificate.
Who should skip this course?▾
Skip it if you need a job offer from campus or daily college life. This is a full-time M.Sc route with low fees, so you must plan reading, writing and exam preparation on your own. If placement support matters most, ask the department before you join.
Is this course right for higher studies?▾
Yes, if you want to move toward CSIR NET, M.Phil style research or a Ph.D later. The course covers Drug Chemistry literature and functional Drug Chemistry over 2 years. Keep your marks strong, meet faculty early and choose papers that match your research plan.
Should I wait one year for another university?▾
Wait only if another university gives a clearer placement route or a subject paper SPPU does not offer. SPPU has NAAC A+, 30 seats and INR 40,000 academic fee, so the cost risk is low. Compare the peer block above before you decide.
Is the fee worth it against the average pay?▾
Yes, the fee risk is low. The full academic fee is INR 40,000, while the page uses INR 5 LPA as the median pay figure for ROI. The bigger question is job fit. Use this course for teaching, pharma research and exams, not for a promised package.
Is B.Sc Biochemistry enough for admission?▾
It can be, but it is the second route. SPPU gives first preference to B.Sc Chemistry students, then checks B.Sc Biochemistry students if seats are left. If you are in the General route, keep your score high and track the merit list closely.
Can I pay the fee in parts?▾
The M.Sc Chemistry notice says the admission fee is paid online during admission. The page uses INR 20,000 a year and INR 40,000 for the full course. Keep the full first-year amount ready before the last date, and ask SPPU if any fee option changes.
Does SPPU give scholarships for M.Sc Drug Chemistry?▾
Yes, some state and central schemes can cut the fee if your category and income papers fit. The calculator above shows waivers from INR 5,000 to INR 40,000. Apply on the right portal and keep the bank account, income paper and mark sheet ready.
Is hostel included in the M.Sc Drug Chemistry fee?▾
No, hostel is not included in the INR 40,000 academic fee. The fee block only adds hostel and mess as hostel cost. If you need a Pune stay, ask SPPU hostel office before admission and keep a room backup ready.

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