Annai Veilankanni Pharmacy College B.Pharm FAQs
Ques. Is NEET required for B.Pharm admission at Annai Veilankanni Pharmacy College?
Ans. No, NEET is not required for B.Pharm admission at Annai Veilankanni Pharmacy College, Chennai. Admission is merit-based through the Tamil Nadu DME online counseling portal at tnmedicalselection.net. Candidates are ranked on the basis of aggregate marks secured in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology or Mathematics in the 10+2 examination. There is no separate pharmacy entrance test in Tamil Nadu.
Ques. What is the total fee for B.Pharm at Annai Veilankanni Pharmacy College?
Ans. The total tuition fee for the 4-year B.Pharm programme at Annai Veilankanni Pharmacy College is INR 1,12,000, charged at INR 28,000 per year. This makes it one of the most affordable pharmacy programmes in Chennai. Hostel and transport charges are collected separately. Many SC/ST/BC/MBC students receive Tamil Nadu government scholarships covering the full tuition fee amount.
Ques. How many B.Pharm seats are available at Annai Veilankanni Pharmacy College?
Ans. Annai Veilankanni Pharmacy College has an annual intake of 60 B.Pharm seats. Seats are allotted through the Tamil Nadu DME counseling process based on 10+2 merit. The reservation follows Tamil Nadu norms with 31% for OC, 30% for BC, 20% for MBC, 18% for SC, and 1% for ST categories.
Ques. What is the eligibility for B.Pharm at Annai Veilankanni Pharmacy College?
Ans. Candidates must have passed 10+2 or equivalent with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology (Botany and Zoology) or Mathematics from a recognised board. A minimum of 40% aggregate in the qualifying subjects is required for all categories including SC/ST. Candidates from boards other than Tamil Nadu state board or CBSE need an Eligibility Certificate from the affiliated university before counseling.
Ques. What career options are available after B.Pharm from Annai Veilankanni Pharmacy College?
Ans. B.Pharm graduates from Annai Veilankanni Pharmacy College can register with the Tamil Nadu Pharmacy Council and work as pharmacists in retail drug stores, hospital pharmacies, and government dispensaries across Tamil Nadu. Graduates can also pursue M.Pharm for specialisation or Pharm-D for clinical pharmacy roles. Chennai’s pharmaceutical manufacturing and biotech sector also offers opportunities for B.Pharm graduates.
Ques. Is Annai Veilankanni Pharmacy College approved by PCI and AICTE?
Ans. Yes, Annai Veilankanni Pharmacy College, Saidapet, Chennai is approved by the Pharmacy Council of India (PCI) and recognised by AICTE. It is affiliated with The Tamilnadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University. The B.Pharm degree is valid for pharmacist registration with the Tamil Nadu Pharmacy Council and for pursuing M.Pharm or Pharm-D at recognised universities.







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