Eligibility Criteria — B.Pharm, D.Pharm & Lateral Entry
Vidya Siri College of Pharmacy, Sarjapur Road, Bangalore
PCI Approved
RGUHS Affiliated
No NEET / KCET
Merit-Based
Am I Eligible? Quick Check
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Qualification
Passed 10+2 / PUC
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Subjects
PCB or PCM
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Minimum Marks
45% (Gen) / 40% (SC/ST)
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Age
17 years by 31 Dec 2026
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Entrance Exam
Not required
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Fee Starts
Rs 70,000/year
Programme-Wise Eligibility
| Qualification |
Passed 10+2 (PUC / Intermediate / CBSE / ICSE / NIOS / equivalent) |
| Subjects |
Physics + Chemistry + Biology or Mathematics (PCB or PCM) |
| Minimum Marks |
45% aggregate (General / OBC) | 40% (SC / ST / reserved categories) |
| Age Requirement |
Must have completed 17 years by 31 December 2026 — no upper age limit |
| Entrance Exam |
Not required — admission is merit-based on 12th marks |
| Fee |
Rs 70,000 per year (all 4 years) | Total: Rs 2,80,000 |
| Affiliation |
PCI Approved + RGUHS (Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences) |
| Qualification |
Passed 10+2 (PUC / Intermediate / CBSE / ICSE / NIOS / equivalent) |
| Subjects |
Physics + Chemistry + Biology or Mathematics (PCB or PCM) |
| Minimum Marks |
40% aggregate (all categories — no variation) |
| Age Requirement |
Must have completed 17 years by 31 December 2026 |
| Entrance Exam |
Not required |
| Fee |
Rs 80,000 per year (both years) | Total: Rs 1,60,000 |
| Affiliation |
PCI Approved + Karnataka State Board of Pharmacy |
| Qualification |
Completed D.Pharm from a PCI-approved institution |
| Minimum Marks |
50% aggregate in D.Pharm |
| Duration |
3 years — you skip directly to Year 2 of the 4-year B.Pharm programme |
| Entrance Exam |
Not required in Karnataka (some other states require lateral entry exams) |
| Fee |
Rs 70,000 per year (3 years) | Total: Rs 2,10,000 |
| Affiliation |
PCI Approved + RGUHS Affiliated — same degree as regular B.Pharm |
Subject Requirements Explained
All three programmes require Physics and Chemistry as compulsory subjects. You also need at least one of Biology or Mathematics.
Required Physics
Required Chemistry
Any One Biology or Mathematics
PCB students (Physics, Chemistry, Biology) — suitable for clinical, hospital, and community pharmacy careers.
PCM students (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics) — equally eligible. The Biology gap is covered in the first-year curriculum. PCM is often preferred for industrial and production pharmacy roles.
Reservation Policy
Vidya Siri College of Pharmacy follows the Karnataka state reservation matrix for seat allocation:
15%SC
3%ST
As per normsCat I / IIA / IIB / IIIA / IIIB
10%EWS
5%PwD (horizontal)
International Students
We welcome applications from international students who have completed equivalent secondary qualifications. Requirements:
- Transcripts evaluated by AIU (Association of Indian Universities) for equivalence
- Valid student visa documentation
- English language proficiency — medium of instruction is English
Contact admissions@vidyasiricop.edu.in for international admission specifics.
What If You Fall Short of the Cut-Off?
If you are close to but below the minimum aggregate, options include:
- Improvement exams — write a supplementary 12th exam to improve your aggregate
- D.Pharm route — D.Pharm has a lower cut-off (40%). Complete D.Pharm, then enter B.Pharm via lateral entry
- Free counselling — call us for honest guidance on your best path forward
Phone: +91 98095 65758 for one-on-one guidance.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can a PCM (Mathematics) student do B.Pharm?
Yes. Both PCB (Physics, Chemistry, Biology) and PCM (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics) students are eligible for B.Pharm and D.Pharm in Karnataka. The Biology gap is covered in the first-year curriculum. Many successful pharmacists studied PCM in 12th.
Can I do B.Pharm after a 3-year B.Sc?
Not directly into Year 1 — B.Pharm admission is based on 10+2 marks. However, B.Sc graduates may consider Pharm.D (6-year doctorate) or pursue M.Pharm after completing a B.Pharm degree.
Is there an upper age limit for B.Pharm or D.Pharm?
No upper age limit. The only age requirement is that you must have completed 17 years by 31 December of the admission year (2026).
Are gap years acceptable?
Yes. Students with academic gaps are accepted. You may be asked about the gap during counselling, but it does not automatically disqualify your application.
Is NEET required for B.Pharm at VSCP?
No. NEET and KCET are not required for admission at Vidya Siri College of Pharmacy. Admission is purely merit-based on your 12th marks (PCB or PCM stream).
Does the college accept management quota seats?
Per Karnataka regulations, a portion of seats are filled via management quota under PCI and AICTE guidelines. Specifics including counselling for these seats are discussed individually with eligible applicants. Contact the admissions office for details.
What is the difference between B.Pharm and D.Pharm eligibility?
The main difference is the minimum marks requirement. B.Pharm requires 45% (General) or 40% (SC/ST). D.Pharm requires only 40% for all categories. Both accept PCB and PCM students. D.Pharm is a 2-year diploma; B.Pharm is a 4-year degree.
Can I switch from D.Pharm to B.Pharm later?
Yes. After completing D.Pharm with 50% or above, you can join B.Pharm Year 2 directly through the Lateral Entry pathway. This saves one year compared to starting B.Pharm from scratch.
Read more about lateral entry.
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Not sure if you qualify? Send us your 12th marks and we confirm within 24 hours. No cost, no commitment.
✓ PCI Approved
✓ RGUHS Affiliated
✓ No NEET Required
✓ No Capitation Fee
✓ 120 Total Seats
Related Pages: B.Pharm Programme · D.Pharm Programme · Lateral Entry · Apply for Admission · PCI Approval · RGUHS Affiliation · Fee Structure
