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Delhi Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Research (DIPSAR), now operating as Delhi Pharmaceutical Sciences and Research University (DPSRU), is a public state university established in 1964 by the Government of NCT of Delhi. It holds the distinction of being the first pharmaceutical university in India, having transitioned from its earlier status as a department under the University of Delhi to a standalone state university in 2015. It is recognised by the University Grants Commission (UGC) and governed by the Pharmacy Council of India (PCI).
As per NIRF Pharmacy 2025, DPSRU is ranked 19th in India in the Pharmacy category with a score of 66.24. It was ranked 16th in 2024.
The campus is located at Mehrauli-Badarpur Road, Pushp Vihar, Sector 3, New Delhi. The campus is well-connected to South Delhi and accessible via multiple metro and bus routes.
DPSRU offers pharmacy and health sciences programmes at diploma, undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral levels:
- B.Pharm: four-year undergraduate pharmacy programme, flagship course
- B.Pharm Lateral Entry: three-year programme for D.Pharm holders
- D.Pharm: two-year diploma in pharmacy
- M.Pharm: two-year postgraduate specialisations in Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Pharmaceutics, Pharmacology, Quality Assurance, Hospital and Clinical Pharmacy, and Clinical Research
- MBA in Pharmaceutical Management: two-year programme for pharmacy and life sciences graduates
- BPT: Bachelor of Physiotherapy
- PhD: doctoral research across pharmacy and pharmaceutical sciences disciplines
The total fees for B.Pharm is INR 3,45,000 for General/OBC/EWS category students over four years. SC/ST/PwD students pay INR 1,20,000 total for the same programme. D.Pharm costs INR 95,000 for two years.
The 2025 placement season recorded a highest offer of INR 12 LPA and an average CTC of INR 7.60 LPA. Campus recruiters include major pharmaceutical and healthcare companies.
DIPSAR Admission Dates 2026
Admissions to the 2026-27 academic session at DPSRU have concluded. B.Pharm and D.Pharm admissions for 2026-27 were conducted through the merit-based centralised process of the Delhi Seat Allocation Authority (DSAA). M.Pharm admissions were based on GPAT 2026 scores. The table below captures the concluded 2026-27 cycle timeline.
| Event | 2026-27 Cycle (Concluded) |
|---|---|
| DSAA B.Pharm Registration | June 2026 |
| DSAA Merit List and Counselling | July 2026 |
| M.Pharm Admission (GPAT-based) | June to July 2026 |
| Programme Start | August 2026 |
The 2027-28 admission cycle is expected to begin in June 2027. The table below lists course-wise entrance exams accepted at DPSRU.
| Programme | Exam or Admission Basis |
|---|---|
| B.Pharm / D.Pharm | Merit in Class XII PCB/PCM through DSAA counselling |
| B.Pharm Lateral Entry | D.Pharm merit-based admission |
| M.Pharm | GPAT (mandatory), followed by university interview |
| MBA Pharmaceutical Management | CAT / MAT / GPAT / University admission test |
| BPT | Merit in Class XII PCB / CUET |
| PhD | UGC NET / GPAT / DPSRU Research Entrance Test |
DIPSAR Courses and Fees
DPSRU offers pharmacy and health sciences programmes ranging from diploma to doctoral levels. As a government state university, its fees are significantly lower than private pharmacy colleges. SC/ST and PwD categories receive substantial tuition concessions.
| Programme | Duration | Eligibility | Total Fees (General) |
|---|---|---|---|
| B.Pharm | 4 years | 10+2 PCB or PCM, 55% marks | INR 3,45,000 (General/OBC/EWS). INR 1,20,000 (SC/ST/PwD) |
| B.Pharm Lateral Entry | 3 years | D.Pharm with 55% marks | INR 2,60,000 |
| D.Pharm | 2 years | 10+2 PCB or PCM, 50% marks | INR 95,000 |
| M.Pharm (6 specialisations) | 2 years | B.Pharm with 55% marks, valid GPAT | INR 2,15,000 |
| MBA Pharmaceutical Management | 2 years | B.Pharm / B.Sc Life Sciences with 50% marks | As per university fee schedule |
| PhD | 3 to 5 years | M.Pharm with 55% marks, valid NET/GPAT | As per university fee schedule |
M.Pharm specialisations include Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Pharmaceutics, Pharmacology, Quality Assurance, Hospital and Clinical Pharmacy, and Clinical Research. The Quality Assurance and Clinical Research specialisations are particularly sought-after by students targeting pharma industry roles.
DIPSAR Admission Process
B.Pharm Admission
B.Pharm admission at DPSRU is merit-based, conducted through the Delhi Seat Allocation Authority (DSAA) centralised counselling process for government-quota pharmacy seats in Delhi. Eligibility requires completion of 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology or Mathematics with a minimum aggregate of 55% marks. There is no entrance test for B.Pharm. Admission is purely on Class XII merit.
The DSAA process covers online registration, document verification, choice filling, seat allotment, and fee payment. Delhi domicile candidates and non-Delhi candidates may have separate seat pools. General category candidates from Delhi need to monitor the DSAA cutoff carefully, as DPSRU’s NIRF rank 19 in pharmacy makes it competitive. The Class XII cutoff for General category typically falls in the 90% to 95% range in the merit list for B.Pharm.
M.Pharm Admission
M.Pharm admission requires a valid GPAT score. Candidates must hold a B.Pharm degree with a minimum of 55% marks. GPAT rank-based shortlisting is followed by a university interview. DPSRU offers six M.Pharm specialisations: Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Pharmaceutics, Pharmacology, Quality Assurance, Hospital and Clinical Pharmacy, and Clinical Research. GPAT cutoff for DPSRU M.Pharm is among the more competitive in Delhi, given the university’s ranking and government fee structure.
D.Pharm Admission
D.Pharm admission requires 10+2 with PCB or PCM and a minimum of 50% aggregate. Admission is through the DSAA merit-based counselling process, similar to B.Pharm. D.Pharm holders can subsequently apply for B.Pharm Lateral Entry at DPSRU.
DIPSAR Placements
DPSRU’s 2025 placement season recorded a highest offer of INR 12 LPA and an average CTC of INR 7.60 LPA. Campus placements at DPSRU cover both B.Pharm and M.Pharm graduates, with the highest offers typically going to M.Pharm students entering Clinical Research, Quality Assurance, and Regulatory Affairs roles at established pharma companies.
Key recruiting organisations at DPSRU include ICICI, INIZIO, Red Health, IQVIA, ARZS, Wings Pharma, and sector-specific companies in clinical research, hospital pharmacy, and pharmaceutical manufacturing. Government DPSRU graduates also pursue Drug Inspector roles with state and central regulators, CGHS pharmacy positions, and hospital pharmacist roles at AIIMS and government hospitals in Delhi.
A significant share of DPSRU graduates pursue M.Pharm or PhD as the next step, particularly students with strong academic records who aim for research and regulatory careers. DPSRU’s proximity to AIIMS New Delhi, Safdarjung Hospital, and major pharmaceutical clusters in Delhi-NCR strengthens internship and placement access for all batches.
DIPSAR Rankings
DPSRU participates in NIRF under the Pharmacy category and has consistently ranked among India’s top pharmacy institutions. The table below shows its NIRF performance over two recent cycles.
| Ranking Body | Category | 2025 Rank | 2024 Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| NIRF | Pharmacy | 19 (Score: 66.24) | 16 |
DPSRU holds a NIRF Top-20 standing in Pharmacy, placing it among the upper tier of government and private pharmacy institutions nationally. The drop from rank 16 to 19 between 2024 and 2025 reflects increasing competition from newer entrants in the NIRF pharmacy ranking rather than a decline in absolute institutional quality. DPSRU remains the highest-ranked pharmacy institution in the Delhi NCR region under NIRF.
DIPSAR Campus and Infrastructure
The DPSRU campus is situated at Pushp Vihar, Sector 3, Mehrauli-Badarpur Road, New Delhi. The campus is accessible via the Delhi Metro Violet Line (Tughlakabad or Badarpur stations) and multiple DTC bus routes from South Delhi and the NCR corridor. The university established its current campus in 1979, having relocated from its original location.
Academic infrastructure includes dedicated pharmacy laboratories for analytical chemistry, pharmacology, pharmaceutics, and biotechnology. A central library holds national and international pharmacy journals, reference materials, and digital resources. Seminar halls and conference rooms support academic programmes across all departments.
On-campus hostel facilities are available for both male and female students at government-administered rates. Hostel fees at DPSRU are significantly below market rates for Delhi, ranging from approximately INR 10,000 to INR 11,000 per year, reflecting the government institution pricing model. The low hostel fee is a significant cost advantage for outstation students from economically weaker backgrounds.
DIPSAR vs Jamia Hamdard vs Amity Institute of Pharmacy
B.Pharm and M.Pharm aspirants in Delhi NCR frequently compare DIPSAR/DPSRU with Jamia Hamdard and Amity Institute of Pharmacy, both in the National Capital Region. All three institutions have pharmacy as a core focus, but they differ significantly in fee structure, research output, and placement profiles. The table below highlights key metrics.
| Parameter | DIPSAR / DPSRU | Jamia Hamdard | Amity Institute of Pharmacy |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Government state university | Deemed university (private) | Private deemed (Amity group) |
| Established | 1964 | 1989 | 2005 |
| NIRF 2025 (Pharmacy) | Rank 19 | Rank 4 to 6 | Not individually ranked |
| B.Pharm Total Fees (General) | INR 3,45,000 | INR 6 to 8 Lakhs (approx.) | INR 10 to 13 Lakhs (approx.) |
| Placement Average | INR 7.60 LPA (2025) | INR 8 to 12 LPA (reported) | INR 5 to 8 LPA (reported) |
| Key Strength | Government fees, NIRF rank, Delhi government affiliation | Hamdard legacy, herb-based pharma research, higher NIRF rank | Amity brand, private infrastructure, diverse PG options |
DPSRU offers an unmatched fee-to-ranking ratio in Delhi pharmacy education. Jamia Hamdard consistently ranks higher in NIRF Pharmacy but charges significantly higher fees. Amity Institute of Pharmacy offers private-sector infrastructure and a broader MBA and management programme range, but at private-college fee levels. Scholarship and category-based fee concessions further strengthen DPSRU’s value proposition for merit students.
DIPSAR FAQs
Ques. What is the total B.Pharm fee at DIPSAR/DPSRU?
Ans. The total B.Pharm fee at DPSRU is INR 3,45,000 for General/OBC/EWS category students over four years. SC/ST/PwD students pay INR 1,20,000 total, as tuition is fully waived for these categories with only development and exam charges applicable. The 2025-26 fee structure is the reference. Confirm the 2026-27 structure from the official DPSRU website before applying.
Ques. What is the NIRF ranking of DIPSAR in 2025?
Ans. DPSRU (DIPSAR) is ranked 19th in India in the NIRF Pharmacy category for 2025, with an NIRF score of 66.24. It was ranked 16th in NIRF 2024. DPSRU is the highest NIRF-ranked pharmacy institution in Delhi NCR.
Ques. How is B.Pharm admission done at DIPSAR?
Ans. B.Pharm admission at DPSRU is merit-based through the Delhi Seat Allocation Authority (DSAA) centralised counselling. There is no entrance test. Candidates need 10+2 with PCB or PCM and a minimum 55% aggregate. The Class XII cutoff for General category typically falls in the 90% to 95% range. Delhi domicile candidates and non-Delhi candidates have separate seat allocations.
Ques. Is GPAT required for M.Pharm at DIPSAR?
Ans. Yes. A valid GPAT score is mandatory for M.Pharm admission at DPSRU. GPAT-based shortlisting is followed by a university-level interview. M.Pharm is offered in six specialisations: Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Pharmaceutics, Pharmacology, Quality Assurance, Hospital and Clinical Pharmacy, and Clinical Research. Total M.Pharm fees are INR 2,15,000 for two years.
Ques. What is the average placement package at DIPSAR/DPSRU?
Ans. The average CTC at DPSRU in the 2025 placement season was INR 7.60 LPA, with a highest offer of INR 12 LPA. Key recruiters include IQVIA, Red Health, INIZIO, Genpact, and pharmaceutical companies in clinical research and quality assurance domains.
Ques. Is DIPSAR a government or private college?
Ans. DIPSAR operates as Delhi Pharmaceutical Sciences and Research University (DPSRU), a public state university established by the Government of NCT of Delhi. It is the first pharmaceutical university in India. As a government institution, it charges significantly lower fees than private pharmacy colleges and provides category-based fee concessions to SC/ST and PwD students.
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DIPSAR D.Pharm Pharmacy is offered as 2 Years full-time program, with total intake of 120 seats. The minimum eligibility criteria for D.Pharm is 10+2 PCB/PCMB with 55%. The total fees for DIPSAR D.Pharm Pharmacy in 2025 is INR 95,000 for the complete course duration
The hostel fees at DIPSAR (Delhi Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Research) for the 2025 academic session are as follows:
These fees apply to both boys' and girls' hostels, which are equipped with facilities such as 24/7 security, common rooms, laundry services, and housekeeping. Accommodation is available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Admissions to the D.Pharm and B.Pharm programs at DIPSAR are based on merit calculated from your 10+2 marks, so no separate entrance exam is needed for those. However, for specialized post-graduate programs like M.Pharm, appearing for the GPAT exam is mandatory for eligibility.
The fee for the BPharma course is mentioned below:
The merit list of candidates seeking admission to B. Pharm. will be prepared on the basis of aggregate of the three subjects (theory and practical taken together) Physics, Chemistry&Biology /Mathematics. If candidate has taken both mathematics and biology, the best of two will be considered for third subject after Physics and Chemistry. The fee for the BPharma course is INR 35,335.
A candidate seeking admission to B.Pharm. Lateral Entry (to Second Year/Third semester) must have passed the D.Pharm. course as per PCI norms. 85 % seats will be reserved for those who have passed D.Pharm. from DPSRU. 15 % seats will be open to other institutes from Delhi or outside, from an institution approved by the Pharmacy Council of India. The candidate has to fill out the online application form to register for admission on the official website
DIPSAR (Delhi Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Research), now a constituent college of DPSRU (Delhi Pharmaceutical Sciences and Research University), does not accept CUET scores for admission.
The Delhi Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Research (DIPSAR), under Delhi Pharmaceutical Sciences and Research University (DPSRU), offers a Diploma in Pharmacy (D.Pharm) program. The admission date is not available online, you can contact the college for the information.
The institute also offers admission to M.Pharm and MBA in Pharmaceutical Management at the postgraduate level. DIPSAR is affiliated with Delhi Pharmaceutical Sciences & Research University and was established in 1964 under the Department of Pharmacy at Kashmiri Gate Polytechnic.
DIPSAR Admission is offered to D.Pharm at diploma level, B.Pharm, B.Pharm (Lateral), BPT, Bachelors in Sports Science, and BBA in Healthcare at the undergraduate level. The institute also offers admission to M.Pharm and MBA in Pharmaceutical Management at the postgraduate level. DIPSAR is affiliated with Delhi Pharmaceutical Sciences & Research University and was established in 1964 under the Department of Pharmacy at Kashmiri Gate Polytechnic.
You can check here for the list of B.Pharm Colleges in India based on the 2025 Ranking.
The Delhi Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Research (DIPSAR), now known as Delhi Pharmaceutical Sciences and Research University (DPSRU), is expected to commence its admission process for the 2025 academic session in May 2025.
The Delhi Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Research (DIPSAR) has not officially announced the registration dates for the Diploma in Pharmacy (D.Pharm) program for the 2025 academic session. The application process for the D.Pharm at DIPSAR begins in early May.
The Delhi Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Research (DIPSAR), a constituent college of Delhi Pharmaceutical Sciences and Research University (DPSRU), offers a Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm) program. The application process for B.Pharm admissions is expected to commence in May 2025. The tentative last date to apply is June 28, 2025. The fee for the BPharma course is mentioned below:
The fee for the BPharma course is mentioned below:
The fee for the DPharma course is mentioned below:
For admission to the M.Pharm program at the Delhi Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Research (DIPSAR) for the 2024 academic year, both the Graduate Pharmacy Aptitude Test (GPAT) score and your qualifying degree marks are considered. The admission process accounts for 50% of your GPAT score and 50% of your score from the qualifying examination. While the exact GPAT cutoff score for this year has not been specified, it is important to note that candidates must have a B.Pharm degree with at least 55% marks to be eligible.
Yes, DIPSAR UG Admission is done based on the merit of the last qualifying examination.
No, there is no Delhi Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Research (DIPSAR) institute located in Ludhiana. DIPSAR is a well-known pharmaceutical institute located in New Delhi, India. It is affiliated with the University of Delhi and is renowned for its pharmacy programs, including Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm), Master of Pharmacy (M.Pharm), and Ph.D. programs.
The institute also offers admission to M.Pharm and MBA in Pharmaceutical Management at the postgraduate level. DIPSAR is affiliated with Delhi Pharmaceutical Sciences & Research University and was established in 1964 under the Department of Pharmacy at Kashmiri Gate Polytechnic.