Jaipur: Manipal University Jaipur (MUJ) has launched a new Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm.) programme under its School of Pharmaceutical Sciences after receiving approval from the Pharmacy Council of India (PCI). Admissions for the inaugural 2026-27 academic session are now open for eligible applicants.

The launch of the B.Pharm. programme expands MUJ's professional education offerings in the healthcare and pharmaceutical sector. According to the university, the programme is designed to provide students with scientific knowledge, practical skills, research aptitude and ethical values required for careers in the evolving healthcare and pharmaceutical industries.

The PCI-approved programme will combine theoretical learning, laboratory training, industry exposure and research-oriented education. The university said the course is intended to provide students with opportunities to develop both academic knowledge and practical understanding of pharmaceutical sciences.

Advanced Infrastructure for Pharmaceutical Education

The School of Pharmaceutical Sciences at MUJ will provide students with access to advanced laboratories, smart classrooms, seminar halls and modern research facilities. The programme will also focus on innovation, interdisciplinary learning, industry engagement and holistic student development.

The university said these elements are aimed at strengthening students' practical and research-based skills throughout the programme. The B.Pharm. initiative also draws on the Manipal group's long-standing presence in healthcare, education and research.

Career Opportunities After B.Pharm.

The programme is expected to prepare students for career opportunities across several areas of the pharmaceutical and healthcare sectors. These include pharmaceutical manufacturing, quality assurance, drug development, clinical research, hospital pharmacy, regulatory affairs, public health and healthcare innovation.

Students may also explore opportunities in regulatory organisations, academia and entrepreneurship after gaining relevant qualifications and experience.

Commenting on the launch, N. N. Sharma, President, Manipal University Jaipur, said the PCI-approved B.Pharm. programme represents another step towards strengthening the university's commitment to healthcare education. He highlighted the Manipal legacy, infrastructure, faculty and research-oriented learning environment as key elements of the programme.

With admissions open for the 2026-27 academic session, eligible students interested in pharmaceutical sciences can explore the new B.Pharm. programme at Manipal University Jaipur and check the latest admission requirements, application process and other programme details before applying.