Pharmacy Admission Last Date Karnataka 2026 — Key Deadlines

Pharmacy Admission Last Date in Karnataka — 2026-27 Session

If you are planning to join B.Pharm or D.Pharm in Karnataka for the 2026-27 academic session, knowing the admission deadlines is critical. Missing a deadline means waiting an entire year. This page lists every important date — KCET counselling, private college direct admission, and management quota timelines.

Key Admission Deadlines for Pharmacy in Karnataka 2026

Important: Direct merit admission at private PCI-approved colleges like Vidya Siri College of Pharmacy works on a first-come, first-confirmed basis. There is no fixed last date — admission closes when all 100 B.Pharm seats and 60 D.Pharm seats are filled. Early applicants get priority.

KCET Pharmacy Counselling Timeline 2026

The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) conducts KCET counselling for B.Pharm seats in government and private colleges under the government quota. Here is the expected timeline based on previous years:

• KCET 2026 exam: Conducted in April-May 2026
• Results announced: June 2026
• Online option entry (Round 1): July 2026
• Round 1 seat allotment: Late July 2026
• Round 2 counselling: August 2026
• Round 3 (final mop-up round): Late August 2026
• Last date to report to allotted college: Within 5 days of seat allotment in each round

Official updates are published on the KEA official website. Check regularly as dates shift each year.

Direct Admission at Vidya Siri College of Pharmacy — No Last Date Pressure

At Vidya Siri College of Pharmacy (VSCP), Sarjapur Road, Bangalore, you do not need KCET or NEET. Admission is based purely on your 10+2 marks in PCB or PCM. The process is simple:

1. Step 1: Fill the online application form
2. Step 2: Submit 12th mark sheet, transfer certificate, and photographs
3. Step 3: Pay the admission fee (B.Pharm: Rs 70,000/year, D.Pharm: Rs 80,000/year)
4. Step 4: Receive your admission confirmation letter

Current status (June 2026): Seats are filling. Both PCB and PCM students are eligible. Apply now before seats close.

What Happens If You Miss the Last Date?

If you miss the KCET counselling deadline, you can still get admission through:

• Management quota: Available at most private colleges until September
• Direct admission: PCI-approved private colleges accept applications until all seats are filled
• Mop-up rounds: KEA conducts additional rounds if seats remain vacant after Round 3

However, waiting reduces your college choices. Seats at affordable colleges like VSCP (Rs 70,000/year vs Rs 1.5-2 lakh at other colleges) fill first.

Documents Required for Pharmacy Admission in Karnataka

• 10th and 12th mark sheets (original + 3 photocopies)
• Transfer Certificate (TC) from last attended institution
• Migration Certificate (for students from other states)
• KCET rank card (only for KEA counselling route)
• Caste certificate and income certificate (for scholarship applicants)
• Aadhaar card
• 4 passport-size photographs
• Medical fitness certificate

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the last date for B.Pharm admission in Karnataka 2026?

For KCET counselling, the last round is typically in late August 2026. For direct admission at private colleges, there is no fixed last date — admission continues until seats are filled. At Vidya Siri College of Pharmacy, seats are available on a first-come basis.

Can I get pharmacy admission after KCET counselling ends?

Yes. Private PCI-approved colleges offer direct merit-based admission and management quota seats even after KEA counselling ends, typically until September.

Is there a last date for D.Pharm admission in Karnataka?

D.Pharm follows a similar timeline. KCET counselling ends by August, while private colleges accept applications until seats are filled.

What if I did not write KCET 2026?

You can still get B.Pharm or D.Pharm admission at private colleges through direct merit (based on 12th marks) or management quota. KCET is required only for government quota seats. Read more about admission without KCET.