About National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research, Hajipur
NIPER Hajipur is an Institute of National Importance under the Union Department of Pharmaceuticals, offering M.S. (Pharm), M.Pharm and PhD; NIRF 2025 Pharmacy rank 30.
NIPER Hajipur was set up in 2007 and works under the Department of Pharmaceuticals, Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers, Government of India, under the NIPER Act, 1998. It is an Institute of National Importance with its campus in the Export Promotion Industrial Park at Hajipur, Vaishali district, close to Patna. The institute offers postgraduate M.S. (Pharm) and M.Pharm programmes and PhD research in pharmaceutical sciences. Admission to all programmes is through the national NIPER JEE. NIRF 2025 placed it at rank 30 in the Pharmacy category.
Courses and fees
| Course | Mode | Duration | Seats | Fee per year | Total fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Master of Pharmacy Accepts: GPAT; NIPER JEE |
Full-time | 2 yrs | — | — | — |
| Master of Science Accepts: GPAT; NIPER JEE |
Full-time | 2 yrs | — | — | — |
| Doctor of Philosophy Accepts: NIPER JEE |
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
Admission to all programmes is based on GPAT followed by the NIPER JEE, which the NIPERs conduct together every year. Candidates apply through the NIPER JEE portal and are then allotted seats across NIPERs. Details for each year are on the institute admission page.
Typical eligibility
- 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)
- Master of Science: Studying in: UG; bachelor's degree in the relevant subject; two-year M.Sc after a three-year bachelor's or one-year M.Sc after a four-year bachelor's; universities set their own marks
- Doctor of Philosophy: Studying in: PG; At least 55% marks in PG
The college may set higher cut-offs. Check its prospectus.
Rankings and accreditation
Rankings
| Ranking | Year | Category | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| NIRF | 2025 | Pharmacy | 30 |
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Frequently asked questions
How do I get admission to NIPER Hajipur?
Through GPAT and the NIPER JEE, conducted every year for all NIPERs.
What is the NIRF 2025 rank of NIPER Hajipur?
It is ranked 30 in the Pharmacy category.
Who runs NIPER Hajipur?
The Department of Pharmaceuticals, Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers, Government of India.
Sources
Information verified on 13 Oct 2026
- NIPER Hajipur - Home · Official site, accessed 13 Oct 2026
- Admission - NIPER Hajipur · Official site, accessed 13 Oct 2026
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