The Diploma in Pharmacy [D.Pharm] at Kishkinda University, Ballari, Karnataka, is a programme regulated by the Pharmacy Council of India (PCI) that trains students in the fundamentals of pharmaceutical science, dispensing, hospital pharmacy, and drug store management. The programme covers pharmaceutics, pharmaceutical chemistry, pharmacognosy, pharmacology, and biochemistry, preparing graduates for entry-level roles in retail and hospital pharmacy settings. Kishkinda University is a UGC-recognised private university established in 2023 under the Basavarajeswari Group. Total fee for the programme is INR 1,50,000. Admission is through direct merit based on 12th Science marks or KUSAT.
📋 Admission Status: D.Pharm admissions at Kishkinda University for 2026-27 are open through direct merit and KUSAT. Applications are accepted from May to August 2026 through the university admissions portal.
Key Points
- The D.Pharm at Kishkinda University, Ballari, is a PCI-regulated diploma programme covering pharmaceutical sciences, dispensing, and hospital pharmacy.
- The curriculum includes pharmaceutics; pharmaceutical chemistry; pharmacognosy; pharmacology and toxicology; biochemistry and clinical pathology; and practical training in dispensing and drug store management.
- Graduates are eligible to register as pharmacists and work in retail pharmacy, hospital pharmacy, drug regulatory roles, and pharmaceutical distribution; the diploma is also a gateway to B.Pharm.
- Total fee is INR 1,50,000 for the full programme (INR 50,000 per year); hostel accommodation is available at a separate charge.
- Admission is through direct merit based on 12th PCB marks or KUSAT; the low fee makes this one of the most affordable pharmacy programmes in North Karnataka.
Kishkinda University D.Pharm Fees
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|
| Tuition Fee (per year) | INR 50,000 |
| Total Fees (3 years, Hostel charges separate) | INR 1,50,000 |
- Fee as on official admissions page for 2026-27.
- Hostel and mess charges payable separately per university norms.
Kishkinda University D.Pharm Admission 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| Application Window (Direct/KUSAT) | May to August 2026 |
| KUSAT Exam and Merit Selection | June to August 2026 |
| Document Verification and Admission Confirmation | August to September 2026 |
| Commencement of Classes | September to October 2026 |
- Direct merit admission based on 12th PCB marks.
- KUSAT for merit and management quota; apply via university portal.
- PCB with minimum 45% required (40% for SC/ST candidates).
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates must have passed 10+2 (Class 12) with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology (PCB) as compulsory subjects from a recognised board with a minimum of 45% aggregate marks in science subjects (40% for SC/ST and reserved category candidates).
- Candidates who have passed the Pre-University Course (PUC) or equivalent examination in Karnataka with PCB subjects are directly eligible; candidates from other states may apply for management quota seats.
- Candidates applying through KUSAT must register on the university portal and appear for the aptitude test; direct merit admission requires only the 12th mark sheet and related documents.
Admission Process
- Apply through the Kishkinda University admissions portal between May and August 2026, uploading 12th mark sheets, transfer certificate, community certificate, and other required documents.
- For KUSAT route, register on the university portal and appear for KUSAT at the Bellary campus in June to August 2026; attend the merit-based seat allotment session.
- After selection, complete document verification at the university campus between August and September 2026 with original certificates.
- Pay the first-year fee of INR 50,000 and report for commencement of classes between September and October 2026 with all original documents and required identity proofs.
✓ Opt for this if
- Students wanting a quick PCI-approved pharmacy qualification
- Aspiring registered pharmacists for retail or hospital
- Fee-sensitive students seeking an affordable diploma
- Karnataka students planning to open a pharmacy
✗ Skip if
- Want a full four-year B.Pharm degree instead
- Need an established pharmacy brand with placements
- Seeking research or higher pharma industry roles
- Prefer a NAAC-accredited established institution
Kishkinda University D.Pharm Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|
| PM-USP Central Scholarship | As per government norms | SC/ST students enrolled in diploma programmes |
| National Scholarship Portal (NSP) Schemes | As per government norms | Eligible students by income and category |
| KUSAT Merit Scholarship | As per university norms | Merit-rank holders in KUSAT entrance test |
| Government of Karnataka Post-Matric Scholarship | As per government norms | Karnataka domicile SC/ST/OBC students |
- Apply via National Scholarship Portal immediately after admission.
- KUSAT scholarship details via Kishkinda University admissions office.
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