Content Curator | Updated on - Mar 30, 2026

United Group of Institutions (UGI), Allahabad offers the Bachelor of Pharmacy [B.Pharma] {Lateral} as a 3-year full-time undergraduate programme at United Institute of Pharmacy, affiliated to Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University (AKTU), Lucknow, and approved by AICTE and the Pharmacy Council of India (PCI). This lateral entry programme is designed for D.Pharma (Diploma in Pharmacy) holders, enabling them to directly join the second year of B.Pharma and complete the degree in 3 years instead of 4. The total course fee is Rs. 3,91,575 for the entire 3-year duration. Admission is through UPTAC counselling based on CUET scores or D.Pharma marks. The programme covers pharmaceutical sciences, pharmacology, medicinal chemistry, and clinical pharmacy, preparing graduates for careers in the pharmaceutical industry, hospitals, and regulatory bodies.

Admissions for the 2026-27 session are expected to open from May 2026 onwards. UPTAC counselling registration for B.Pharma Lateral is tentatively scheduled to begin in July-August 2026, based on the 2025 cycle. Candidates should monitor the official UPTAC portal (uptac.admissions.nic.in) for exact dates.

Key Points

Lateral entry directly into 2nd year of B.Pharma, saving one year of study
Offered at United Institute of Pharmacy under UGI Allahabad; approved by PCI and AICTE
Affiliated to AKTU (Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University), Lucknow
Admission through UPTAC counselling based on CUET / D.Pharma marks
Graduates eligible for roles in pharmaceutical companies, hospitals, drug regulatory agencies, and retail pharmacy
Two installment-based fee payment system per academic year

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17 Feb, 2026 UGI Allahabad Fee Structure 2026 has been released for B.Pharma {Lateral} programs. The total academic fee is ₹ 4.77 Lakhs.

UGI B.Pharma Lateral Fees

The total fee for the B.Pharma {Lateral} programme at UGI Allahabad for the 3-year duration (Session 2026-27 onwards) is Rs. 3,91,575. The annual fee includes tuition and other annual dues, book bank charges, and one-time charges (enrollment fee and caution money) in the first year. Fees are payable in two installments each year.

Fee Components

Fee Component	Amount
Tuition Fee & Other Annual Dues (per year)	Rs. 1,26,325
Book Bank (per year)	Rs. 2,700
Enrollment Fee (one-time, 1st year)	Rs. 1,500
Caution Money - Refundable (one-time, 1st year)	Rs. 3,000
Year 1 Total	Rs. 1,33,525
Year 2 Total	Rs. 1,29,025
Year 3 Total	Rs. 1,29,025
Total Fees (3 Years)	Rs. 3,91,575
Hostel Fee - 2-Seater Non-AC (per year, optional)	Rs. 86,000 + Rs. 3,000 registration (one-time)
Hostel Fee - 3-Seater Non-AC (per year, optional)	Rs. 71,000 + Rs. 3,000 registration (one-time)

Caution Money of Rs. 3,000 is refundable at the time of leaving the institution.
University Dues (AKTU) are paid directly by the student to AKTU as and when demanded; not included in the above total.
Fees are payable in two installments: 1st installment at the time of admission (Rs. 76,825), 2nd installment by 31st October of the respective year (Rs. 56,700 in Year 1; Rs. 52,200 in Years 2 and 3).
Hostel is optional and not included in Total Fees above.
AC electricity charges for AC rooms are payable as per actual consumption (quarterly).

UGI B.Pharma Lateral Admission 2026

Admission to the B.Pharma {Lateral} programme at UGI Allahabad is conducted through UPTAC (Uttar Pradesh Technical Admission Counselling) by AKTU. Candidates who have completed D.Pharma (Diploma in Pharmacy) from a recognized institution are eligible to apply for lateral entry into the 2nd year of B.Pharma. The process involves online registration, document upload, choice filling, seat allotment, and physical reporting. For 2026-27, the schedule is expected to follow a similar timeline as 2025.

UGI Admission Dates

Event	Tentative Date
UGI Admissions Open	May 2026
UPTAC Registration & Document Upload (B.Pharma Lateral)	July - August 2026 (tentative)
UPTAC Round 1 Choice Filling & Seat Allotment	August 2026 (tentative)
UPTAC Round 2 & Special Rounds	August - September 2026 (tentative)
Physical Reporting at UGI	As per UPTAC allotment letter
Batch Commencement	August - September 2026 (tentative)

Entrance Exam Dates

Event	Date
CUET UG 2026 Registration	February - March 2026 (tentative)
CUET UG 2026 Exam	May 2026 (tentative)
CUET UG 2026 Result	June 2026 (tentative)

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must have passed D.Pharma (Diploma in Pharmacy) from a recognized institution approved by the Pharmacy Council of India (PCI) with a minimum of 45% marks (40% for SC/ST candidates from UP).
Candidates must be registered with the State Pharmacy Council or eligible for registration.
Candidates must be Indian nationals; NRI/KM quota seats are available separately.

Admission Process

Complete D.Pharma from a PCI-approved institution.
Register on the UPTAC portal (uptac.admissions.nic.in) and pay the registration fee of Rs. 1,000.
Upload required documents: D.Pharma marksheets and certificate, category certificate, domicile certificate, photo ID.
Fill in college and course choices on the UPTAC portal.
Check seat allotment result and pay seat confirmation fee (Rs. 20,000 for General/OBC; Rs. 12,000 for SC/ST).
Report physically to UGI Allahabad with original documents within the stipulated date.
Pay the first installment of course fees at the time of admission.

UGI B.Pharma Lateral Scholarships 2026

B.Pharma {Lateral} students at UGI Allahabad can benefit from government scholarship schemes. The UP Post-Matric Scholarship is particularly beneficial for SC/ST/OBC students, covering a significant portion of tuition fees. National scholarship schemes are also available for eligible students. UGI's institutional fee relaxation schemes (sibling and course upgradation) are also applicable for eligible students.

Scholarship Schemes

Scholarship	Eligibility	Amount / Benefit
UP Post-Matric Scholarship (State Government)	SC/ST/OBC/General (EWS) students domiciled in UP; family income criteria apply	Tuition fee reimbursement (up to full tuition fee for SC/ST)
NSP - Central Sector Scheme (Government of India)	Top 20 percentile in Class 12; family income below Rs. 8 Lakhs per annum	Rs. 10,000 per annum (UG)
UGI Sibling Fee Relaxation	Real sibling currently studying at UGI	Rs. 10,000 - Rs. 15,000 relaxation on tuition fee
UGI Course Upgradation Fee Relaxation	Students upgrading from D.Pharma to B.Pharma within UGI	Rs. 20,000 relaxation (for tuition fee above Rs. 1,10,000)

UP Post-Matric Scholarship applications are typically accepted from July to October each year on the official UP Scholarship portal (scholarship.up.gov.in).
NSP scholarships are applied for on the National Scholarship Portal (scholarships.gov.in).
Only one institutional scholarship/relaxation scheme can be availed at a time; the higher-value scheme takes priority.
Continuation of institutional scholarships requires maintaining a minimum SGPA of 7.5 with no backlogs.
Fee relaxation, once discontinued, will not be reinstated.

UGI B.Pharma Lateral FAQs

Ques. Is D.Pharma mandatory for B.Pharma Lateral entry at UGI, or can a science graduate also apply?

Ans. Yes, D.Pharma from a PCI-approved institution is the primary eligibility for B.Pharma Lateral entry. Science graduates (B.Sc. with Chemistry/Biology) are not eligible for the lateral entry route; they must apply for the regular 4-year B.Pharma programme. Only D.Pharma holders can apply for lateral entry into the 2nd year of B.Pharma.

Ques. What is the duration of B.Pharma Lateral at UGI Allahabad?

Ans. B.Pharma {Lateral} is a 3-year programme. D.Pharma holders are admitted directly into the 2nd year of B.Pharma, completing the degree in 3 years (2nd, 3rd, and 4th year of the regular B.Pharma programme).

Ques. After completing B.Pharma Lateral from UGI, can I pursue M.Pharma?

Ans. Yes. A B.Pharma degree from UGI (AKTU-affiliated, PCI-approved) is fully recognized. After completing B.Pharma Lateral, you are eligible to apply for M.Pharma programmes at AKTU-affiliated colleges through UPTAC counselling (GPAT score preferred). UGI itself offers M.Pharma programmes for eligible graduates.

Ques. Is the B.Pharma Lateral degree from UGI recognized by the Pharmacy Council of India (PCI)?

Ans. Yes. The B.Pharma programme at UGI is approved by PCI and AICTE. The degree is recognized for registration as a pharmacist with the State Pharmacy Council and for employment in pharmaceutical companies, hospitals, and government drug regulatory agencies.

Ques. What are the career options after B.Pharma Lateral from UGI Allahabad?

Ans. Graduates can work as pharmacists in hospitals, retail pharmacies, and community health centers. They can also pursue careers in pharmaceutical manufacturing, quality control, drug regulatory affairs, clinical research, and medical sales. Government sector opportunities include roles in drug inspectorates and public health departments.

Ques. Can I appear for GPAT after completing B.Pharma Lateral from UGI?

Ans. Yes. GPAT (Graduate Pharmacy Aptitude Test) is open to B.Pharma graduates from PCI-approved institutions. A good GPAT score enables admission to M.Pharma programmes at top institutions and is also used for recruitment in some pharmaceutical PSUs and government organizations.