Maya Devi University (MDU), Dehradun, Uttarakhand, offers the Master of Pharmacy (M.Pharma) in Pharmaceutics through its Department of Pharmaceutics, recognised by the Pharmacy Council of India (PCI) and the University Grants Commission (UGC). The two-year full-time postgraduate programme covers dosage form design and development, drug delivery systems, biopharmaceutics and pharmacokinetics, pharmaceutical technology, nanotechnology in drug delivery, parenteral formulations, controlled release systems, pharmaceutical manufacturing, and regulatory affairs in formulations. Admission is through GPAT or MDUCET-PG; candidates holding a B.Pharma degree from a PCI-recognised institution with a minimum of 55 percent marks are eligible. The total programme fee is INR 2,95,500 for the two-year duration. Graduates are prepared for careers as formulation scientist in pharmaceutical formulation and manufacturing companies, drug delivery research labs, contract research organisations, regulatory agencies, and academic institutions.
Admissions for 2026-27 are in progress; GPAT 2026 was conducted on March 7, 2026. MDUCET-PG 2026 was held in April to May 2026. Counselling and document verification are scheduled for June to July 2026 at the Selaqui campus.
Key Points
- MDU offers M.Pharma (Pharmaceutics) as a two-year full-time postgraduate pharmacy programme recognised by PCI and UGC; the curriculum integrates theory, laboratory work, and research.
- The programme is delivered by the Department of Pharmaceutics, covering dosage form design and development, drug delivery systems, and biopharmaceutics and pharmacokinetics.
- Total programme fee is INR 2,95,500 for the two-year duration (INR 1,25,000 per year tuition plus INR 14,000 per year lab charges and one-time fees); hostel charges are separate.
MDU M.Pharma (Pharmaceutics) Fees
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|
| Tuition Fee (per year) | INR 1,25,000 |
| Annual Lab and Other Charges (examination, ERP, library) | INR 14,000 |
| One-Time Registration Fee | INR 1,500 |
| One-Time Admission Fee | INR 16,000 |
| Total Fees (2-Year Programme) | INR 2,95,500 |
- Annual tuition of INR 1,25,000 is payable each year for two years; total tuition over the programme is INR 2,50,000.
- Annual lab and other charges of INR 14,000 per year cover laboratory usage, examination, ERP, and library fees; total over two years is INR 28,000.
- One-time charges of INR 17,500 (INR 1,500 registration and INR 16,000 admission fee) are payable at the time of enrolment.
- MDU institutional merit scholarships are not applicable to M.Pharma programmes; GPAT-qualified candidates may apply separately for AICTE PG Scholarship.
- Hostel and mess charges are separate from academic fees; optional on-campus accommodation is available at the Selaqui campus.
MDU M.Pharma (Pharmaceutics) Admission 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| Application Opens | February 2026 |
| Application Deadline | April 2026 |
| GPAT 2026 | March 7, 2026 |
| MDUCET-PG 2026 | April to May 2026 |
| Merit List Publication | May to June 2026 |
| Counselling and Document Verification | June to July 2026 |
| Classes Begin | August 2026 |
Entrance Exam Dates
| Exam | Registration End | Exam Date | Result |
|---|
| GPAT 2026 | Dec 23, 2025 | Mar 7, 2026 | Apr 7, 2026 |
| MDUCET-PG 2026 | February 2026 | April to May 2026 | May to June 2026 |
- Admission to M.Pharma at MDU is merit-based through GPAT or MDUCET-PG; candidates must hold a B.Pharma degree from a PCI-recognised institution with a minimum of 55 percent aggregate marks.
- GPAT-qualified candidates are given preference in merit ranking; MDUCET-PG is accepted as an alternative. Candidates with a valid GPAT score and a high rank are eligible for AICTE PG scholarship.
- Counselling and document verification are conducted at the Selaqui campus; candidates must carry original B.Pharma mark sheets, degree certificate, GPAT scorecard (if applicable), PCI registration, and character certificate.
- All schedules including merit lists, counselling dates, and seat availability are published on the official university website (maya.edu.in) and the admission portal (admission.maya.edu.in).
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Passed B.Pharma from a Pharmacy Council of India (PCI) recognised institution with a minimum of 55 percent aggregate marks. Candidates with a B.Pharma degree with exposure to pharmaceutics, drug formulation, or pharmaceutical technology coursework are particularly well-prepared for this specialisation.
- Candidates with a valid GPAT score are given preference in merit ranking and are eligible for AICTE PG Scholarship; MDUCET-PG is accepted for candidates without GPAT.
- Entrance examinations: GPAT (preferred) or MDUCET-PG. Admission is merit-based on entrance score combined with graduation aggregate as per PCI and university norms.
- Candidates appearing in their final year of B.Pharma may apply provisionally; final admission is confirmed on submission of the degree certificate with minimum qualifying marks.
Admission Process
- Register on the admission portal at admission.maya.edu.in and fill the M.Pharma (Pharmaceutics) application form; enter GPAT score or MDUCET-PG score and B.Pharma aggregate.
- Pay the application processing fee and submit before the April 2026 deadline; upload B.Pharma mark sheets, degree certificate, GPAT scorecard (if applicable), and PCI registration details.
- Merit lists based on GPAT rank or MDUCET-PG score and B.Pharma aggregate are published on maya.edu.in; shortlisted candidates receive offer letters with counselling schedule.
- Attend counselling and document verification at the Selaqui campus in June to July 2026; carry original B.Pharma certificates, mark sheets, GPAT scorecard (if applicable), and character certificate.
- Complete fee payment at the accounts section or through the online payment gateway to confirm enrolment. Classes for the 2026-27 academic year commence in August 2026.
MDU M.Pharma (Pharmaceutics) Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|
| AICTE PG Scholarship (GPAT) | INR 12,400 per month | GPAT-qualified candidates with valid rank; apply via AICTE portal |
| Post-Matric Scholarship (SC/ST) | Tuition and maintenance support | SC/ST candidates; family income below INR 2,50,000; apply via scholarships.gov.in |
| Defence Personnel Scholarship (External) | As per government norms | Children or dependents of serving or retired defence/paramilitary personnel; state government scheme |
| Uttarakhand State Scholarship | Variable | Uttarakhand domicile students; based on category and financial need; apply via state scholarship portal |
- Standard MDU institutional merit scholarships are not applicable to M.Pharma programmes as per the official MDU fee schedule; however, GPAT-qualified candidates may apply for the AICTE PG Scholarship of INR 12,400 per month.
- AICTE PG Scholarship for GPAT holders is available to candidates admitted through GPAT; applications are submitted through the AICTE portal after admission confirmation.
- Government scholarship applications are submitted through the National Scholarship Portal (scholarships.gov.in) typically from August to November each year.
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