About Columbia Institute of Pharmacy, Raipur
Columbia Institute of Pharmacy is a CSVTU-affiliated pharmacy college at Tekari near Vidhan Sabha, Raipur, offering D.Pharm, B.Pharm, M.Pharm and PhD.
Columbia Institute of Pharmacy is a pharmacy college at Tekari, near the Vidhan Sabha on the edge of Raipur, Chhattisgarh. Its society first ran a diploma in pharmacy college in Raipur and laid the foundation of the B.Pharm college in 2006. The institute is affiliated to Chhattisgarh Swami Vivekanand Technical University, Bhilai, approved by the Pharmacy Council of India and recognised by the state Directorate of Technical Education. It offers B.Pharm with 100 seats a year, M.Pharm with 60 seats, a PhD and a D.Pharm. Its undergraduate programme is accredited by NBA, valid until the end of 2028. Students get through state pharmacy tests or GPAT.
Courses and fees
| Course | Mode | Duration | Seats | Fee per year | Total fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Diploma in Pharmacy Accepts: CG PPHT |
Full-time | 2 yrs | 60 | — | — |
| Bachelor of Pharmacy Accepts: CG PPHT |
Full-time | 4 yrs | 100 | — | — |
| Master of Pharmacy Accepts: GPAT |
Full-time | 2 yrs | 60 | — | — |
| Doctor of Philosophy | Full-time | — | — | — | — |
Tuition fees as published by the college for the fee year shown. Hostel, mess and exam fees are extra unless stated.
Admission
Admission through: Entrance test, Merit
D.Pharm and B.Pharm seats are filled through the Chhattisgarh pre-pharmacy test (CG PPHT) and state counselling. M.Pharm admission is based on GPAT scores and counselling. PhD candidates apply to the institute and may face a test or interview. Check the institute website and state counselling notices for current dates.
Typical eligibility
- Diploma in Pharmacy: Studying in: Class 12; Science subjects as specified by PCI; institution must be PCI-approved
- Bachelor of Pharmacy: Studying in: Class 12; Science subjects as specified by PCI Education Regulations; institution must be PCI-approved for the degree to count for registration
- Master of Pharmacy: Studying in: UG; Enrolled in: Bachelor of Pharmacy; At least 55% marks in UG; B.Pharm from a PCI-approved institution; registration with the State Pharmacy Council (required by JSS AHER within one month of admission)
- Doctor of Philosophy: Studying in: PG; At least 55% marks in PG
The college may set higher cut-offs. Check its prospectus.
Facilities
- Hostel (boys)
- Hostel (girls)
- Library
- Labs
- Sports
- Cafeteria
- Transport
Rankings and accreditation
Accreditation
- NBA Accredited (B.Pharm) (valid until 2028-12-31)
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Frequently asked questions
Which university is Columbia Institute of Pharmacy affiliated to?
Chhattisgarh Swami Vivekanand Technical University (CSVTU), Bhilai.
How many B.Pharm seats are there?
The institute lists 100 B.Pharm seats a year.
Is the B.Pharm accredited?
Yes, the institute says its UG course is accredited by NBA, valid until 31 December 2028.
How do I get into M.Pharm?
Through GPAT scores and counselling
Sources
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Information verified on 18 Oct 2026
- Columbia Institute of Pharmacy home page · Official site, accessed 18 Oct 2026
- Columbia Institute of Pharmacy Raipur - Careers360 · Editorial, accessed 18 Oct 2026
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