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Nargund College of Pharmacy — Pharmacy Fees & Admission 2026

📌 Banashankari 3rd Stage (Dattatreyanagar), Bangalore · Estd 1992 · Pharmacy Colleges in Bangalore

Nargund College of Pharmacy offers Pharm D in Bangalore. Below are the indicative 2026-27 fees, eligibility and admission process. No NEET required.

By , Founder & Lead Counsellor · Reviewed by Shijin Joy, Admissions Lead · Updated 27 June 2026

Quick Answer Nargund College of Pharmacy (Banashankari 3rd Stage (Dattatreyanagar), Bangalore) offers Pharm D. Indicative 2026-27 fee for Pharm D is ₹12,00,000. Admission is on 10+2 merit / KEA / management quota — no NEET required. Fees are indicative; confirm with the college.

About Nargund College of Pharmacy

Nargund College of Pharmacy is a private pharmacy institution established in 1992 in Banashankari 3rd Stage, Bengaluru. Affiliated to Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences (RGUHS) and approved by the Pharmacy Council of India and AICTE, it offers D.Pharm, B.Pharm, M.Pharm and the Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm D) programme. The college runs the 6-year Pharm D (five years of study plus a one-year hospital internship) with around 30 seats, supported by clinical tie-ups with city hospitals, well-equipped laboratories and smart classrooms for hands-on pharmaceutical training.

Affiliation / approval: Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences (RGUHS), Bengaluru; PCI, AICTE, RGUHS.

Nargund pharmacy fees in Bangalore (2026-27)

Indicative pharmacy course fees at Nargund College of Pharmacy, collated from 2026-27 announcements:

CourseDurationIndicative fee (2026-27)
Pharm D6 years₹12,00,000

💡 Fees are indicative (2026-27) and may exclude hostel, exam, university and one-time charges. Always confirm the exact current fee — and the merit vs management-quota split — directly with the college before paying.

Eligibility

  • Pharm D: For Pharm D (6 years), candidates must have passed 10+2 / PUC / equivalent with Physics, Chemistry and Biology or Mathematics (with English), and be at least 17 years of age. Admission is merit-based on KCET (Karnataka CET) rank.
  • Pharm D: 10+2 with PCB/PCM, or a D.Pharm holder (lateral entry to 4th year).
  • Indian nationals; age and category norms as per RGUHS / Karnataka rules.

How to get admission

Admission is primarily through Karnataka CET (KEA/KCET) counselling for government-quota seats, with the remaining seats filled via the management/COMEDK route; all admissions are subject to RGUHS and PCI norms.

Career & scope

B.Pharm and Pharm D graduates work as hospital and community pharmacists, in pharmaceutical manufacturing, clinical research (CRO), drug regulatory affairs, pharmacovigilance, medical writing and quality control. Pharm D graduates can also pursue clinical-pharmacist and drug-information roles and the 'Dr.' prefix; many continue to M.Pharm or roles abroad (after the relevant licensing exam).

Frequently asked questions

Is Nargund College of Pharmacy approved by PCI and which university is it affiliated to?
Yes. The college is approved by the Pharmacy Council of India (PCI) and AICTE, and is affiliated to Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences (RGUHS), Bengaluru.
How long is the Pharm D programme at Nargund College of Pharmacy and how many seats are offered?
The Pharm D is a 6-year programme comprising five years of academic study followed by a one-year hospital internship. The college offers approximately 30 Pharm D seats.
How are admissions to the Pharm D programme done at Nargund College of Pharmacy?
Admission is merit-based, mainly through Karnataka CET (KEA/KCET) counselling for government-quota seats, with management/COMEDK seats for the remainder. Candidates must have passed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry and Biology/Mathematics.
What is the Pharm D fee at Nargund in Bangalore?
The indicative Pharm D fee at Nargund College of Pharmacy for 2026-27 is ₹12,00,000. This is an indicative figure from 2026-27 announcements — confirm the exact, current fee (and any hostel, exam and one-time charges) directly with the college before applying.
Is NEET required for admission at Nargund?
No — NEET is not required for Pharmacy (B.Pharm/Pharm D), Physiotherapy (BPT/MPT), Nursing (B.Sc/GNM) or allied-health programmes in Karnataka. Admission is on 10+2 merit / KEA / management quota (and PGCET for PG).

Fees, scholarships & funding the pharmacy programme at Nargund

Official fee tiers for Nargund are listed in the fee table above. The government / KEA-merit seat is always the most affordable route at Nargund and is allotted purely on merit — so a strong rank is the single best way to cut your cost. For management or NRI seats, plan funding early: education loans are available from SBI (Scholar Loan), HDFC Credila, Axis and most banks via the Vidya Lakshmi portal, often covering tuition plus hostel. Reserved-category students (SC/ST/OBC/Category-1) can claim Karnataka fee-reimbursement and post-matric scholarships through the Social Welfare / Backward Classes departments, and EWS and central-sector scholarships further reduce the net cost. Budget separately for hostel, mess and one-time charges in Bangalore, which are billed over and above the tuition shown above.

The pharmacy programme admission 2026 at Nargund: step by step

  1. Meet the eligibility (10+2 with the required subjects).
  2. Register for KEA (KCET), COMEDK counselling and pay the counselling fee/deposit.
  3. Fill your choice list carefully — list Nargund at the right preference alongside realistic back-ups.
  4. Lock choices, then accept the allotment and report to Nargund within the deadline.
  5. Carry originals: 10th/12th marksheets, ID, category & domicile certificates and the fee payment.

Admission is through KEA (KCET), COMEDK and management quota. A round-by-round upgrade plan matters — many applicants lose a better seat by mis-ordering choices, so shortlist with the actual cut-off trend in mind.

Why choose Nargund, Bangalore?

Nargund gives students hands-on clinical/practical exposure through its attached teaching facilities and a structured internship, which is what employers and PG-entrance examiners value most. Studying in Bangalore adds the advantage of a established healthcare-education ecosystem, peer hospitals for postings, coaching for licensure/PG entrances, and good transport connectivity for students from across Karnataka and other states. When you shortlist Nargund, weigh the fee tier you qualify for, the campus and hospital infrastructure, faculty strength and the internship stipend — not just the brand name.

After the pharmacy programme: internship, registration & higher studies

The programme includes a compulsory rotating internship, after which graduates register with the Pharmacy Council of India (PCI) / state pharmacy council to practise. From there the common paths are M.Pharm, Pharm D (post-baccalaureate) or an MBA in pharma management, or going straight into work — typical roles include hospital and community pharmacy, pharmaceutical manufacturing and QA/QC, clinical research (CRO), drug regulatory affairs, pharmacovigilance, medical writing and academia. Many Nargund graduates also prepare during internship for PG-entrance exams or overseas licensure, so it pays to plan that timeline from the first year rather than the last.

Documents, key dates & admission tips for Nargund

To secure a pharmacy (B.Pharm/Pharm D) seat at Nargund, Bangalore, prepare both your rank and your paperwork. Government and KEA-merit seats are awarded purely on merit, so your single biggest lever is a strong rank; management and NRI seats need funding planned in advance. Verify your eligibility, category and domicile documents early so a technicality never costs you a seat, and track the official counselling calendar round by round.

More frequently asked questions

What documents are needed at admission?
Keep ready: 10th & 12th marksheets and certificates, transfer & conduct certificates, migration certificate, photo ID (Aadhaar), passport-size photos, category/caste & income certificate (if applicable), domicile/residence certificate, and the counselling allotment letter. Originals are verified at Nargund, with sets of photocopies.
What are the key 2026 dates for admission?
Admission follows 12th results. Karnataka counselling (registration, document verification, mock round, choice-filling and seat-allotment rounds) typically runs from June–August, with reporting deadlines after each round. Exact dates are announced by KEA / the counselling authority each year — track them closely so you don't miss a round.
Is direct admission or 'donation' needed?
No. Government and merit/KEA seats at Nargund are filled purely on rank through official counselling — never through donations or agents. Even management and NRI seats require a qualified candidate and are paid only to the institution through official channels. Anyone promising a 'guaranteed' seat for cash is a red flag.

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