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The Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharma) Lateral Entry program at Swami Vivekanand Institute of Engineering and Technology (SVIET), Chandigarh is a 3-year full-time on-campus program affiliated to I.K. Gujral Punjab Technical University (IKGPTU) and approved by the Pharmacy Council of India (PCI) and AICTE. Designed for D.Pharma (Diploma in Pharmacy) holders, this lateral entry program allows direct admission into the 2nd year (3rd semester) of the B.Pharma program, covering subjects such as pharmaceutical chemistry, pharmacology, pharmacognosy, pharmaceutical analysis, clinical pharmacy, and drug regulatory affairs. The total tuition fee for the program is Rs. 2,70,000 for the entire 3-year (6-semester) course, payable at Rs. 45,000 per semester. Admission is through the IKGPTU B.Pharma Lateral Entry counselling, and the program is popular among D.Pharma holders who seek a direct pathway to a B.Pharma degree and careers in the pharmaceutical industry.

Admissions for the 2026-27 session are expected to open in May-June 2026, based on the IKGPTU lateral entry counselling schedule. IKGPTU has announced that B.Pharma Lateral Entry admissions for 2026-27 are open, and candidates are advised to check the official IKGPTU admission portal (admissions.ptu.ac.in) for the latest schedule. Students can also apply directly to SVIET through the college admission portal for management quota seats.

Key Points

Lateral entry program: Direct admission into 2nd year (3rd semester) of B.Pharma, saving one year compared to the regular 4-year B.Pharma.
Affiliated to IKGPTU and approved by PCI and AICTE; SVIET holds NAAC B++ accreditation (score: 2.94, 2024) and UGC Autonomous Status.
Curriculum covers pharmaceutical chemistry, pharmacology, pharmacognosy, pharmaceutical analysis, clinical pharmacy, and drug regulatory affairs.
Well-equipped pharmacy labs for practical training in drug formulation, analysis, and quality control.
Graduates can work in pharmaceutical companies, hospitals, drug regulatory agencies, and research organizations.
Option to pursue M.Pharma or MBA (Pharma) after completing this program.

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Swami Vivekanand Institute of Engineering & Technology - [SVIET] Latest Updates

25 Feb, 2026 SVIET Chandigarh has released the Fee structure 2026-27 for B.Pharma {Lateral} programs. The total academic fee is ₹ 2.92 Lakhs.

SVIET B.Pharma {Lateral} Fees

The total tuition fee for the B.Pharma (Lateral Entry) at SVIET is Rs. 2,70,000 for the entire 3-year (6-semester) program, payable at Rs. 45,000 per semester. In addition to tuition, students are required to pay a one-time non-refundable registration fee of Rs. 8,000 at the time of admission (as applicable for B.Pharma programs at SVIET). Hostel facility is optional and available at Rs. 75,000 per year (non-AC) or Rs. 1,00,000 per year (AC).

Fee Components

Fee Component	Amount (INR)
Tuition Fee (per semester)	45,000
Total Tuition Fee (6 semesters)	2,70,000
One-Time Registration Fee (Non-Refundable)	8,000
Total Fees (Tuition + Registration)	2,78,000
Hostel Fee (Non-AC, per year) - Optional	75,000
Hostel Fee (AC, per year) - Optional	1,00,000

The one-time registration fee is non-refundable.
Students must deposit the next semester fee before the examination of the current semester.
Students opting for hostel or transport facility will not be allowed to leave before completion of one year.
Hostel fee is optional and not included in the Total Fees above. Total fees with non-AC hostel (3 years) would be Rs. 5,03,000; with AC hostel (3 years) would be Rs. 5,78,000.
Education loan facility is available through collaborating banks.

SVIET B.Pharma {Lateral} Admission 2026

Admissions to the B.Pharma (Lateral Entry) at SVIET are conducted through the IKGPTU lateral entry counselling process. D.Pharma holders are eligible to apply. The 2026-27 admission cycle is expected to follow the same pattern as 2025-26, with IKGPTU counselling commencing in May-June 2026. Candidates must apply through the IKGPTU admission portal and also register directly with SVIET for institutional-level processing.

Important Dates

Event	Tentative Date (2026)
IKGPTU B.Pharma Lateral Entry Admission Announcement	March - April 2026
Online Registration Start	April 2026 (Tentative)
Online Registration End	May 2026 (Tentative)
Merit List / Counselling Round 1	June 2026 (Tentative)
Document Verification and Fee Deposit	June - July 2026 (Tentative)
Counselling Round 2	July 2026 (Tentative)
SVIET Direct Application Last Date	August 2026 (Tentative)
Batch Commencement	August 2026 (Tentative)

Note: IKGPTU B.Pharma Lateral Entry 2026 specific dates are yet to be officially announced. Candidates are advised to regularly check admissions.ptu.ac.in for the latest schedule.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must have passed D.Pharma (Diploma in Pharmacy) from a PCI-approved institution.
Minimum 45% marks in D.Pharma (40% for SC/ST candidates).
Candidates must have registered with the State Pharmacy Council after completing D.Pharma.

Admission Process

Register on the IKGPTU admission portal (admissions.ptu.ac.in) for B.Pharma Lateral Entry 2026.
Participate in IKGPTU lateral entry counselling - fill choices, verify documents, and deposit fees.
Alternatively, apply directly to SVIET through the college admission portal (admission.sviet.ac.in) for management quota seats.
Appear for SVIET-EEE (Entrance Exam Eligibility Test-cum-Scholarship Exam) if applying through the college directly.
Submit original documents at the time of document verification.
Complete fee payment to confirm admission.

SVIET B.Pharma {Lateral} Scholarships 2026

SVIET offers a range of institutional scholarships for meritorious, economically weaker, and special category students. Additionally, government scholarships such as Post-Matric Scholarship for SC/ST students and Merit-cum-Means (MOMA) scholarship are available for eligible B.Pharma students. Students from defence backgrounds, single girl children, and state-level sports achievers can also benefit from dedicated scholarship schemes at SVIET.

Scholarship Details

Scholarship Name	Eligibility	Selection Process
Academic Merit-Based Scholarship	D.Pharma pass with min. 50% marks	Entrance Exam + Personal Interview
Sports Scholarship	D.Pharma pass with min. 50% marks, sports achievement	Entrance Exam + Personal Interview
Defence Scholarship	D.Pharma pass with min. 50% marks, child of Defence Personnel	Personal Interview
Single Girl Child Scholarship	D.Pharma pass with min. 60% marks, Single Girl Child Certificate	Personal Interview
Economically Weaker Section (EWS) Scholarship	D.Pharma pass with min. 60% marks, family income less than Rs. 6 LPA	Personal Interview
Post-Matric Scholarship (SC/ST)	SC/ST category students, family income as per government norms	Government portal application
Merit-cum-Means Scholarship (MOMA)	Minority community students with financial need	Government portal application

Scholarship amounts are determined by SVIET at the time of admission and may vary by academic year.
Government scholarships (Post-Matric, MOMA) must be applied for through the National Scholarship Portal (scholarships.gov.in).
Scholarship benefits are subject to maintaining minimum attendance and academic performance as per college norms.

SVIET B.Pharma {Lateral} FAQs

Ques. I have completed D.Pharma. Can I directly join B.Pharma 2nd year at SVIET through lateral entry?

Ans. Yes, D.Pharma holders from PCI-approved institutions are eligible for B.Pharma (Lateral Entry) at SVIET. You will be admitted directly into the 2nd year (3rd semester) of the B.Pharma program. Admission is through IKGPTU lateral entry counselling.

Ques. What is the total fee for B.Pharma (Lateral Entry) at SVIET?

Ans. The total tuition fee is Rs. 2,70,000 for the 3-year (6-semester) program, payable at Rs. 45,000 per semester. An additional one-time non-refundable registration fee of Rs. 8,000 is applicable. The total fees (tuition + registration) come to Rs. 2,78,000. Hostel is optional at Rs. 75,000/year (non-AC).

Ques. Is the B.Pharma (Lateral Entry) degree from SVIET recognized by PCI and for government jobs?

Ans. Yes, the B.Pharma (Lateral Entry) from SVIET is affiliated to IKGPTU and approved by PCI and AICTE. It is fully recognized for pharmacy practice, government drug inspector jobs, hospital pharmacy roles, and higher studies like M.Pharma.

Ques. What are the career opportunities after B.Pharma (Lateral Entry) from SVIET?

Ans. Graduates can work in pharmaceutical companies (production, quality control, R&D), hospital pharmacies, drug regulatory agencies, clinical research organizations, and medical device companies. They can also appear for government exams for Drug Inspector posts or pursue M.Pharma for research and academic careers.

Ques. What is the difference between D.Pharma and B.Pharma (Lateral Entry) in terms of career scope?

Ans. D.Pharma qualifies you to work as a pharmacist in retail/hospital pharmacies. B.Pharma (Lateral Entry) opens up additional career paths in pharmaceutical manufacturing, R&D, quality assurance, clinical research, and regulatory affairs. B.Pharma graduates are also eligible for M.Pharma and higher academic positions.

Ques. Does SVIET provide placement support for B.Pharma Lateral Entry students?

Ans. Yes, SVIET has a dedicated placement cell with 350+ companies visiting the campus annually. B.Pharma students can access campus placements in pharmaceutical companies, CROs, and healthcare organizations. The college also provides placement preparation support through its training and placement department.