PES University – Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences — Pharmacy Fees & Admission 2026
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PES University – Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences offers B.Pharm, Pharm.D in Bangalore. Below are the indicative 2026-27 fees, eligibility and admission process. No NEET required.
By Krishna Pandey, Founder & Lead Counsellor · Reviewed by Shijin Joy, Admissions Lead · Updated 27 June 2026
About PES University – Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences
PES University's Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, based at its Electronic City campus in Bengaluru, offers a four-year B.Pharm and a six-year Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D), approved by the Pharmacy Council of India and the Government of Karnataka. As a wing of PES University, a private UGC-recognised university, it confers its own degrees rather than affiliating to RGUHS. Teaching spans pharmaceutics, pharmaceutical chemistry, pharmacology, pharmacognosy, pharmaceutical analysis and pharmacy practice, supported by laboratories, hospital and industry training, and PES University's wider campus infrastructure and placement ecosystem.
Affiliation / approval: Own degree-granting authority — PES University (a private state university, UGC-recognised); pharmacy programmes are not affiliated to RGUHS; Pharmacy Council of India (PCI), Government of Karnataka, AICTE, UGC (parent university).
PES University pharmacy fees in Bangalore (2026-27)
Indicative pharmacy course fees at PES University – Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, collated from 2026-27 announcements:
| Course | Duration | Indicative fee (2026-27) |
|---|---|---|
| B.Pharm | 4 years | ₹2,20,000 / year (total ₹8,80,000) |
| Pharm.D | 6 years | ₹3,30,000 / year (total ₹19,80,000) |
💡 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
- B.Pharm: For B.Pharm: a pass in 10+2 / II PUC with Physics, Chemistry and Biology (or Mathematics) and English, with a minimum of 45% aggregate in PCB/PCM (40% for SC/ST/OBC); minimum age 17 years as on 31 December of the admission year.
- 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 through PES University's own PESSAT (PES Scholastic Aptitude Test) / PES Entrance Process, with KCET (KEA) quota seats and management/NRI seats also considered; selection is merit-based on the qualifying exam plus the entrance score.
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
Fees, scholarships & funding the pharmacy programme at PES
Official fee tiers for PES are listed in the fee table above. The government / KEA-merit seat is always the most affordable route at PES 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 PES: step by step
- Meet the eligibility (10+2 with the required subjects).
- Register for KEA (KCET), COMEDK counselling and pay the counselling fee/deposit.
- Fill your choice list carefully — list PES at the right preference alongside realistic back-ups.
- Lock choices, then accept the allotment and report to PES within the deadline.
- 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 PES, Bangalore?
PES 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 PES, 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 PES 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.
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