GNDU M.Pharm : Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. Candidates must hold a B.Pharm degree from a PCI-recognised institution with minimum 55% marks (50% for SC/ST). A valid GPAT score is the primary route for M.Pharm admission at GNDU Amritsar. Students in their final year of B.Pharm may apply provisionally. Apply at gnduadmissions.org after GPAT results are announced.

Ans. The total fee for the 2-year M.Pharm at GNDU Amritsar is INR 3,21,310, payable at INR 1,60,655 per year (Semester 1: INR 95,185, Semester 2: INR 65,470). Examination fees are charged separately. SC/ST Punjab domicile students may avail post-matric scholarship at scholarships.gov.in.

Ans. GNDU Amritsar offers M.Pharm specialisations in pharmaceutical chemistry, pharmacology, pharmaceutics, and pharmacognosy. Total seats across all specialisations are 29. Seat allocation is based on GPAT score and candidate preference.

Ans. M.Pharm graduates from GNDU Amritsar can work as pharmaceutical chemists, pharmacologists, quality assurance officers, drug inspectors, and research associates. Sectors include pharmaceutical companies, drug regulatory authorities, hospitals, and government labs. PhD in Pharmaceutical Sciences is a common further studies option.

Ans. GPAT is the primary admission route for M.Pharm at GNDU Amritsar, consistent with PCI and UGC guidelines. Candidates with a valid GPAT score from NTA are preferred. Merit in B.Pharm aggregate marks may be considered for seats not filled through GPAT. Check gnduadmissions.org for the final admission policy each year.

Ans. Yes. M.Pharm from GNDU Amritsar qualifies for PhD admission in Pharmaceutical Sciences at GNDU and other universities. UGC-NET in Pharmaceutical Sciences or GATE in Pharmacy is generally required for PhD admission with fellowship. GNDU’s Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences offers PhD in pharmaceutical chemistry, pharmacology, pharmaceutics, and pharmacognosy.

Ans. M.Pharm is a research and professional degree. Most graduates from GNDU Amritsar target pharmaceutical companies, regulatory bodies, and research institutions rather than campus placement drives. Sectors that recruit M.Pharm graduates include quality control and quality assurance departments of pharma companies, central drug testing laboratories, hospital pharmacy units, and government drug inspector roles under state health departments. GNDU Amritsar NAAC A++ status is recognised by most public sector pharmacy employers.