About University Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Panjab University
UIPS is the pharmacy teaching department of Panjab University in Sector 14, Chandigarh. It runs a PCI-approved B.Pharm, M.Pharm in six specialisations and a PhD in pharmaceutical sciences.
The University Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences (UIPS) is a teaching department of Panjab University, Chandigarh. Its roots go back to 1944, when pharmacy teaching began at Lahore before Partition, which makes it one of the oldest pharmacy schools in the country. Today the institute offers a four-year B.Pharm and an M.Pharm with six specialisations: Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Pharmaceutics, Pharmacognosy, Pharmacology, Pharmaceutical Analysis and Pharmaceutical Quality Assurance. Both degrees are approved by the Pharmacy Council of India. Doctoral research is also offered across pharmaceutical sciences. The institute states a NIRF pharmacy rank of 2 on its home page, and admission notices and forms are posted on its website each session.
Courses and fees
| Course | Mode | Duration | Seats | Fee per year | Total fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Pharmacy | Full-time | 4 yrs | — | — | — |
| Master of Pharmacy | Full-time | 2 yrs | — | — | — |
| 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 notices for B.Pharm, M.Pharm and PhD are published on the UIPS notice board each session. Panjab University sets eligibility, the selection basis and the schedule for each programme in its handbook and notices. Applicants should read the current notice and apply through the link given there.
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.
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Frequently asked questions
Which degrees does UIPS offer?
B.Pharm (4 years), M.Pharm in six specialisations, and PhD.
Is the B.Pharm approved by PCI?
Yes, the institute says its B.Pharm and M.Pharm are approved by the Pharmacy Council of India.
Where are admission notices posted?
On the UIPS notice board on its official website.
Sources
Information verified on 18 Oct 2026
- University Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Panjab University · Official site, accessed 18 Oct 2026
- Contact Us - UIPS · Official site, accessed 18 Oct 2026
- Panjab University Chandigarh · Official site, accessed 18 Oct 2026
- UGC List of State Universities as on 16.11.2022 · Government portal, accessed 18 Oct 2026
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