PH.D IN PHARMACY Course

PhD Pharmacy is a 3 to 5 years research based course through which scholars gain an in-depth understanding of a specialized subject related to pharmacy sciences.

To be admitted to a PhD programme, you must have a PG degree. In some fields, completing a master's degree in philosophy (M.Phil.) is required before beginning a PhD programme.

Admission to PhD courses is usually entranced-based. Some institutes, however, may conduct admission through merit-based evaluation. Universities may conduct entrance exams of their own or the National level exams like UGC NET can be employed by them. 

Syllabus

Admission Process

In the majority of India's leading universities, admission to PhD pharmacy programmes is dependent on national or state-level entrance exams. At the same time, some other institutes and universities perform merit-based evaluations for PhD admissions.

Personal interviews performed by the respective department teachers of the institutions are frequently undertaken prior to admission to this programme.

Eligibility

• To be admitted to a PhD programme, you must have a master's degree. In some fields, completing a master's degree in philosophy (M.Phil.) is required before beginning a PhD programme.
• Candidates must have a master's or equivalent degree in any field of science in a relevant discipline of pharmacy or equivalent with at least 60% aggregate and be entitled to receive a Junior Research Fellowship after completing the CSIR/UGC NET, DBT JRF Examination (a category) and being eligible for an interview.

Entrance Exams

FAQs

Ques. Can I do an MBBS after a PhD?

Ans. There is no way to go into MBBS if you have a PhD in pharmacy. Yes, you can enrol in MBBS after passing the medical entrance examinations with a grade of 12th.

Ques. Is it possible to get a JRF in PhD Pharmacy?

Ans. Yes. To be eligible for a JRF, or Junior Research Fellowship, you must first pass the NTA-UGC NET or the CSIR NET with a good score. However, it is also dependent on the specific university.

Ques. To teach Pharmacy subjects in Indian colleges and universities, what qualifications do I need?

Ans. To teach Pharmacy courses in Indian colleges and universities, you must have passed the UGC-NET or CSIR-NET examinations and have a PhD in any pharmacy course specialisation.

Ques. Can I do a PhD in pharmacy abroad?

Ans. Following your Master in Pharmacy, you can apply for a PhD abroad. In many countries, you can apply for a PhD without taking any tests such as the TOEFL, IELTS, or GRE. Also, complete scholarships are available in nations such as Australia, Germany, the United States, and New Zealand, among others, however, this is dependent on the student's profile.

Ques. Can I do a PhD after PharmD?

Ans. Pharm. D graduates are eligible to directly pursue Ph. D after they have completed their Pharm. D degree.

Ques. Is a master's degree in pharmacy required for admission to PhD programmes in pharmacy?

Ans. Yes. Some Indian colleges that offer PhD Pharmacy programmes only accept students who have earned an MPharm from a recognised institute with a minimum aggregate grade of 55 per cent. Other institutes, on the other hand, accept students with an M.Sc degree.

Ques. Can I go on to get a doctorate in pharmacy after graduation?

Ans. No, following post graduation, you will not be able to pursue a PhD in Pharmacy.

Ques. Is it possible for me to pursue both an MPhil and a PhD in pharmacy at the same time?

Ans. Yes. Several Indian universities and institutes offer combined MPhil and PhD pharmacy programmes. The availability of course specialities and duration, however, may vary.

Ques. With a doctorate in pharmacy, can I work as a Pharmaceutical Scientist?

Ans. The answer is no. A PharmD, or doctorate in pharmacy, is a degree that qualifies a person to work as a pharmacist. A degree in pharmacology, such as a PhD, is required to work as a Pharmaceutical Scientist.

Ques. Is it possible to pursue an MBA after earning a PhD in pharmacy?

Ans. Yes, after finishing a PhD in pharmacy, you can pursue an MBA.