Varanasi College of Pharmacy, located in the spiritual capital of India—Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, is a reputed institution offering pharmacy education with a strong academic foundation and focus on practical healthcare skills. The college is approved by AICTE and PCI and affiliated with AKTU (Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University), Lucknow.
Ranking
Ranked By
Ranking / Recognition
Year
Achievements
AKTU Internal Audit
Top Performing Pharmacy College in Region
2023
Consistent pass percentage above 90%
Pharmacy Council of India
Compliance Certified
2023
100% PCI norms compliance in academics and infrastructure
Education World Survey
Best Emerging Pharmacy Institute – East UP
2022
Recognized for infrastructure and placement initiatives
AICTE-CII Survey
Excellence in Industry-Academia Collaboration
2023
Recognized for industry visits and student research projects
Courses
Program Name
Level
Duration
Approx. Total Fees (INR)
D.Pharm (Diploma in Pharmacy)
Undergraduate
2 Years
₹1,20,000
B.Pharm (Bachelor of Pharmacy)
Undergraduate
4 Years
₹3,20,000 – ₹3,60,000
M.Pharm (Pharmacology/Pharmaceutics)
Postgraduate
2 Years
₹1,80,000 – ₹2,00,000
Admission
admission open
Program Name
Level
Eligibility Criteria
Last Date to Apply (2025)
D.Pharm
Undergraduate
10+2 with PCB/PCM with 45% marks
15th July 2025
B.Pharm
Undergraduate
10+2 with PCB/PCM with 50% marks + UPSEE (AKTU) Score
31st July 2025
M.Pharm
Postgraduate
B.Pharm with min 55% + GPAT (preferred)
15th August 2025
Placements
Know more about our impeccable placement record. Companies offers colleges students a record Rs. Lac package and internships
Year
Program Name
Average Package (INR)
Highest Package (INR)
Top Recruiters
2024
B.Pharm
₹3.2 LPA
₹6.0 LPA
Cipla, Sun Pharma, Lupin, Apollo Hospitals
2024
D.Pharm
₹2.5 LPA
₹4.5 LPA
MedPlus, Fortis, Max Healthcare
2023
M.Pharm
₹3.8 LPA
₹6.5 LPA
GSK, Dr. Reddy’s, Biocon
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Is Varanasi College of Pharmacy approval by PCI and AICTE?
Yes, the college is approval by both the Pharmacy Council of India (PCI) and AICTE.
What entrance exam is required for B.Pharm?
Admission is primarily through the UPSEE (UPCET) exam, followed by counseling.
Are hostel and transport facilities available?
Yes, the college offers separate hostels, along with transportation services for nearby areas.
What companies recruit from Varanasi College of Pharmacy?
Top recruiters include Cipla, Sun Pharma, GSK, Fortis, Apollo Pharmacy, and Lupin.
Can students apply for government scholarships?
Yes, students can apply for UP government scholarships, GPAT stipends, and college-specific financial aid.
