About SVU College of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Sri Venkateswara University
The College of Pharmaceutical Sciences at Sri Venkateswara University, Tirupati, runs a 40-seat B.Pharm, a 30-seat M.Pharm in Pharmacology and Pharmaceutics, and a PhD.
The College of Pharmaceutical Sciences became a separate college of Sri Venkateswara University in 2017, although pharmacy teaching began in 2006 in the Department of Biochemistry. It offers an M.Pharm with 30 seats in Pharmacology and Pharmaceutics, started in 2006, a B.Pharm with 40 seats, started in 2013, and a PhD in Pharmaceutical Sciences from 2015. All three run in self-supporting mode. The college says it has been approved by the Pharmacy Council of India since 2018, and it holds journal clubs, research reviews and guest lectures for students.
Courses and fees
| Course | Mode | Duration | Seats | Fee per year | Total fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Pharmacy | Full-time | 4 yrs | 40 | — | — |
| Master of Pharmacy | Full-time | 2 yrs | 30 | — | — |
| 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
B.Pharm seats are filled through the Andhra Pradesh state entrance test and counselling, and M.Pharm seats through the state postgraduate pharmacy entrance or GPAT route as notified. All three programmes run in self-supporting mode. PhD admission follows the Sri Venkateswara University research admission notification.
Typical eligibility
- 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
- Labs
- Library
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Other colleges in Tirupati
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Frequently asked questions
How many B.Pharm seats are there?
The college lists an intake of 40.
Which M.Pharm specialisations are offered?
Pharmacology and Pharmaceutics, with 30 seats.
Is the college PCI approved?
It states approval by the Pharmacy Council of India from 2018 onwards.
Sources
Information verified on 26 Oct 2026
- SVU College of Pharmaceutical Sciences · Official site, accessed 26 Oct 2026
- Programmes Offered - Sri Venkateswara University · Official site, accessed 26 Oct 2026
- Sri Venkateswara University, Tirupati · Official site, accessed 26 Oct 2026
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