Maya Devi University (MDU), Dehradun, Uttarakhand, offers the Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharma) programme through its School of Pharmacy, recognised by the Pharmacy Council of India (PCI) and the University Grants Commission (UGC). The four-year full-time undergraduate pharmacy programme covers pharmaceutical chemistry, pharmacology, pharmacognosy, pharmaceutics, clinical pharmacy, biopharmaceutics, drug regulatory affairs, and hospital and community pharmacy. Admission is through NEET-UG or MDUCET; candidates with Class 12 in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology or Mathematics and a minimum of 50 percent marks are eligible. The total programme fee is INR 4,73,500 for the four-year duration. Graduates are eligible to register as pharmacists and pursue careers in pharmaceutical industry, clinical pharmacy, drug regulatory affairs, and research.
Admissions for 2026-27 are in progress; NEET-UG 2026 was conducted on June 21, 2026. Counselling and document verification are scheduled for July to August 2026 at the Selaqui campus.
Key Points
- MDU offers B.Pharma as a four-year full-time undergraduate pharmacy programme recognised by PCI and UGC; graduates are eligible for pharmacist registration.
- The programme is offered by the School of Pharmacy, covering pharmaceutical chemistry, pharmacology, pharmaceutics, pharmacognosy, clinical pharmacy, and drug regulatory affairs.
- Total programme fee is INR 4,73,500 for the four-year duration (INR 1,00,000 per year tuition plus INR 14,000 per year lab and other charges, and one-time admission charges); hostel charges are separate.
- Eligibility requires Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology (or Mathematics) and a minimum of 50 percent aggregate marks; a valid NEET-UG or MDUCET score is needed for admission.
- Graduates can register as pharmacists and pursue careers in the pharmaceutical industry, hospital pharmacy, drug regulatory affairs, clinical research, quality assurance, and academia.
- Government scholarships for SC/ST candidates, defence personnel dependents, and Uttarakhand domicile students are available through the National Scholarship Portal and state portals; MDU institutional merit scholarships are not applicable to Pharma programmes.
MDU B.Pharma Fees
| Component | Amount (INR) |
| Tuition Fee (per year) | INR 1,00,000 |
| Annual Lab and Other Charges (examination, ERP, library) | INR 14,000 |
| One-Time Registration Fee | INR 1,500 |
| One-Time Admission Fee | INR 16,000 |
| Total Fees (4-Year Programme) | INR 4,73,500 |
- Annual tuition of INR 1,00,000 is payable each year for four years; total tuition over the programme is INR 4,00,000.
- Annual lab and other charges of INR 14,000 per year cover laboratory usage, examination, ERP, and library fees; total over four years is INR 56,000.
- One-time charges of INR 17,500 (INR 1,500 registration and INR 16,000 admission fee) are payable at the time of enrolment.
- MDU institutional merit scholarships are not applicable to B.Pharma programmes; government scholarships for eligible categories are available through the National Scholarship Portal.
- Hostel and mess charges are separate from academic fees; optional on-campus accommodation is available at the Selaqui campus.
MDU B.Pharma Admission 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Application Opens | February 2026 |
| Application Deadline | April 2026 |
| NEET-UG / MDUCET | April to June 2026 |
| Merit List Publication | June to July 2026 |
| Counselling and Document Verification | July to August 2026 |
| Classes Begin | August 2026 |
Entrance Exam Dates
| Exam | Registration End | Exam Date | Result |
| NEET-UG 2026 | Feb 8, 2026 | Jun 21, 2026 | N/A |
| MDUCET 2026 | February 2026 | April 2026 | April to May 2026 |
- Admission to B.Pharma at MDU is merit-based through NEET-UG or MDUCET; candidates must have passed Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology (or Mathematics) as subjects with a minimum of 50 percent aggregate marks.
- NEET-UG is the preferred entrance route; candidates with competitive NEET ranks are eligible for higher merit positions on the counselling list. MDUCET is accepted as an alternative where NEET is not mandated by the state.
- Counselling and document verification are conducted at the Selaqui campus; candidates must carry original Class 12 mark sheets, pass certificate, NEET scorecard (if applicable), and character certificate.
- All schedules including merit lists, counselling dates, and seat availability are published on the official university website (maya.edu.in) and the admission portal (admission.maya.edu.in).
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Passed Class 12 or Higher Secondary examination from a recognised board with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology (or Mathematics) as subjects and a minimum of 50 percent aggregate marks.
- Candidates must have studied Physics, Chemistry, and Biology or Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics at Class 11 and Class 12 level from a recognised board.
- Entrance examination: NEET-UG (preferred) or MDUCET. Admission is merit-based on entrance score combined with Class 12 aggregate. PCI guidelines are followed for seat allocation.
- Candidates currently appearing in Class 12 examinations may apply provisionally; admission is confirmed on submission of the final mark sheet with minimum qualifying marks.
Admission Process
- Register on the admission portal at admission.maya.edu.in and complete the online application form for B.Pharma; enter NEET-UG score or MDUCET score and Class 12 details.
- Pay the application processing fee online and submit before the April 2026 deadline; upload Class 12 mark sheets, pass certificate, and entrance examination scorecard.
- Merit lists are published on maya.edu.in based on NEET-UG rank or MDUCET score; shortlisted candidates receive offer letters with counselling schedule and document list.
- Attend counselling and document verification at the Selaqui campus in July to August 2026; carry original Class 12 certificates, mark sheets, NEET scorecard (if applicable), and character certificate.
- Complete fee payment at the accounts section or through the online payment gateway to confirm your seat. Classes for the 2026-27 academic year begin in August 2026.
MDU B.Pharma Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
| Post-Matric Scholarship (SC/ST) | Tuition and maintenance support | SC/ST candidates; family income below INR 2,50,000; apply via scholarships.gov.in |
| Defence Personnel Scholarship (External) | As per government norms | Children or dependents of serving or retired defence/paramilitary personnel; state government scheme |
| Uttarakhand State Scholarship | Variable | Uttarakhand domicile students; based on category and financial need; apply via state scholarship portal |
- Standard MDU institutional merit scholarships (MDUCET, CUET-UG, NEET, National Level Entrance) are not applicable to B.Pharma programmes as per the official MDU fee schedule.
- Eligible students may apply for government scholarships through the National Scholarship Portal (scholarships.gov.in) typically from August to November each year.
- Uttarakhand domicile students may explore state government scholarship schemes via the Uttarakhand Scholarship Portal; eligibility and quantum vary by category and financial need.
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