Content Curator | Updated on - Mar 31, 2026

GLA University's Pharm.D (Doctor of Pharmacy) is a 6-year full-time, PCI-approved programme offered by the Institute of Pharmaceutical Research (IPR), one of the leading pharmacy institutions in western Uttar Pradesh. The programme is designed to produce competent clinical pharmacists capable of providing direct patient healthcare services, and covers pharmacology, pharmacotherapeutics, medicinal chemistry, and clinical pharmacy. The total tuition fee for the 6-year programme is Rs. 14,25,000 (ranging from Rs. 2,25,000 in Year 1 to Rs. 2,50,000 in Year 6), with an intake of 30 seats. Admission is primarily through GLAET (GLA Entrance Test), and the programme is popular for its hospital internship in the final year, strong industry connections, and placement record of over 80% students placed annually.

Admissions for the 2026-27 session are expected to open from March 2026, with the application window running through June-July 2026. As of March 2026, the 2026-27 admission cycle is upcoming. NEET is not mandatory for Pharm.D admission at GLA University; the primary entrance is GLAET. Candidates should apply at glauniversity.in before the deadline.

Key Points

Pharm.D is a 6-year programme (5 years of academic study + 1 year of compulsory hospital internship for clinical management of in-patients).
The programme is approved by the Pharmacy Council of India (PCI), New Delhi, with an intake of 30 seats.
GLA University's IPR is ranked 59th among pharmacy institutions in India by NIRF.
The programme includes classroom instruction, hospital-based clinical training, and a mandatory 1-year hospital internship.
Students gain direct access to patient healthcare systems, making this the only pharmacy programme that certifies professionals to make critical judgments on prescribed medications.
The institute has 12 research centres and 400+ patents filed, providing a strong research environment.
Over 80% of pharmacy students are placed through campus placement drives each year.

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24 Feb, 2026 GLA University Mathura has also released the Fee structure for AY 2026-27 for Pharm.D programs. The total academic fee is ₹ 14.78 Lakhs. Read more.

GLA Pharm.D Fees

The Pharm.D programme at GLA University has an incrementally increasing fee structure over 6 years, starting at Rs. 2,25,000 in Year 1 and going up to Rs. 2,50,000 in Year 6, with a total tuition fee of Rs. 14,25,000 for the complete programme. In addition to tuition, students pay a one-time Caution Money of Rs. 10,000 (refundable), Examination Charges of Rs. 7,000 per year, and an Alumni Association Fee of Rs. 1,000 (one-time). Hostel accommodation is optional and available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Fee Structure

Fee Component	Year 1	Year 2	Year 3	Year 4	Year 5	Year 6	Total
Tuition Fee	Rs. 2,25,000	Rs. 2,30,000	Rs. 2,35,000	Rs. 2,40,000	Rs. 2,45,000	Rs. 2,50,000	Rs. 14,25,000
Examination Charges	Rs. 7,000	Rs. 7,000	Rs. 7,000	Rs. 7,000	Rs. 7,000	Rs. 7,000	Rs. 42,000
Caution Money (one-time, refundable)	Rs. 10,000	-	-	-	-	-	Rs. 10,000
Alumni Association Fee (one-time)	Rs. 1,000	-	-	-	-	-	Rs. 1,000
Total Fees (excluding hostel)	Rs. 2,43,000	Rs. 2,37,000	Rs. 2,42,000	Rs. 2,47,000	Rs. 2,52,000	Rs. 2,57,000	Rs. 14,78,000

Caution Money of Rs. 10,000 is refundable upon successful completion of the course.
Hostel fee (optional, subject to availability): Triple Seater - Rs. 71,000/year (Girls, Year 1); Double Seater - Rs. 78,000/year (Girls); Single Seater - Rs. 83,000/year (Boys, Year 1).
Hostel Security of Rs. 5,000 (refundable) is payable in the first year.
Mess charges: Rs. 40,000 per annum (advance, run on actual expenses basis).
Tuition fee can be paid in two installments (semester-wise) with an additional charge of Rs. 1,500 per semester.
Fees are subject to revision each year as per university norms.

GLA Pharm.D Admission 2026

GLA University conducts Pharm.D admissions once a year for the odd semester (July-August), with applications typically opening in March and closing by June-July. Admission is based on the GLAET (GLA Entrance Test), a 2-hour online MCQ-based test conducted at 60 centres across India. NEET is not mandatory for Pharm.D admission at GLA University, though having a NEET score may be considered as an additional qualifier. For the 2026-27 session, the application process is expected to begin in March 2026.

GLA University Pharm.D Admission Dates

Event	Dates
Application Start (Tentative)	March 2026
GLAET Registration Last Date (Tentative)	June - July 2026
GLAET Exam (Tentative)	Ongoing / Rolling basis (March - July 2026)
Document Verification and Seat Confirmation	After GLAET result
Batch Commencement (Tentative)	July - August 2026

NEET UG 2026 Dates

Exam	Event	Date
NEET UG 2026	Registration Start	February 8, 2026
NEET UG 2026	Registration End	March 8, 2026
NEET UG 2026	Admit Card	April 30, 2026 (Tentative)
NEET UG 2026	Exam Date	May 3, 2026
NEET UG 2026	Answer Key	June 6, 2026 (Tentative)

Note: NEET is not mandatory for Pharm.D admission at GLA University. The primary entrance test is GLAET. However, candidates with a valid NEET score may use it as supporting qualification.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must have passed Class 12 (10+2) with Physics and Chemistry as compulsory subjects, along with Biology or Mathematics, from a recognised board.
Minimum 60% aggregate marks in the qualifying examination (as per GLA University norms).
Candidates must have completed 17 years of age on or before December 31 of the year of admission (as per PCI norms).

Admission Process

Register online at glauniversity.in and fill in the GLAET application form.
Pay the application fee of Rs. 1,000 online.
Appear for the GLAET - a 2-hour online MCQ-based entrance test at any of the 60 exam centres across India.
Check the GLAET result on the official website.
Pay the token amount to confirm seat after qualifying GLAET.
Upload required documents to complete the admission process.

GLA Pharm.D Scholarships 2026

GLA University offers merit-based scholarships for Pharm.D students based on their Class 12 PCB/PCM percentage, making the programme financially accessible for high-achieving students. Government scholarships from the UP Social Welfare Department are also available for economically weaker sections. The university's girl child education initiative further supports female students with tuition fee waivers.

Scholarship Details

Scholarship	Amount	Eligibility
Merit Scholarship (PCB/PCM > 90%)	Rs. 25,000 per annum	Students with more than 90% marks in PCB/PCM at 10+2
UP Government Scholarship (General/OBC - Economically Weak)	As per government norms	Parents' annual income less than Rs. 2 lakh
UP Government Scholarship (SC/ST)	As per government norms	Parents' annual income less than Rs. 2 lakh
Girl Child Education Scheme (UP Govt.)	100% tuition fee waiver for one sister	Two real sisters taking admission in the same academic year

The merit scholarship requires maintaining a minimum CPI of 8.00 in subsequent years to continue availing the benefit.
Government scholarships require submission of documents to the Samaj Kalyan Vibhag (Social Welfare Department), UP.
For the girl child scheme, if sisters enroll in different programmes, the tuition fee of the programme with the lesser fee is waived.
Application deadlines for government scholarships are as per the UP Government's annual scholarship portal schedule.

GLA Pharm.D Placement 2026

Placement Highlights

Metric	Details
Placement Rate	Over 80% of pharmacy students placed annually
Top Recruiters	Sun Pharma, Cipla, Lupin, AbbVie, Pfizer, Johnson & Johnson, AstraZeneca (Ireland)
Key Roles	Clinical Pharmacists, Drug Information Specialists, Medical Affairs, Drug Inspectors

GLA University Mathura Pharm.D Ranking

NIRF Ranking

#48 out of 125 in India 2025

#6th in Uttar Pradesh

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GLA Pharm.D FAQs

Ques. What is the difference between Pharm.D and B.Pharm at GLA University? Which is better?

Ans. Pharm.D is a 6-year clinical pharmacy programme that trains students to work directly with patients in hospital settings and make clinical decisions on medications. B.Pharm is a 4-year programme focused on pharmaceutical sciences, manufacturing, and research. Pharm.D is better suited for those interested in clinical pharmacy and hospital-based careers, while B.Pharm is ideal for those targeting the pharmaceutical industry, research, or further studies like M.Pharm.

Ques. Is NEET required for Pharm.D admission at GLA University?

Ans. No, NEET is not mandatory for Pharm.D admission at GLA University. The primary entrance test is GLAET (GLA Entrance Test), which is conducted online at 60 centres across India. Candidates with a valid NEET score may use it as an additional qualifier, but it is not a compulsory requirement.

Ques. What is the 1-year hospital internship in Pharm.D, and where is it done?

Ans. The 6th year of the Pharm.D programme is a mandatory hospital internship focused on clinical management of in-patients. During this year, students work in hospitals under the supervision of clinical pharmacists and doctors, gaining hands-on experience in patient counselling, drug therapy monitoring, and clinical decision-making. GLA University has tie-ups with hospitals for this internship.

Ques. What are the career options after Pharm.D from GLA University?

Ans. After Pharm.D, graduates can work as Clinical Pharmacists in hospitals, Drug Information Specialists, Medical Affairs professionals in pharma companies, Drug Inspectors, or pursue further studies like Ph.D. in Pharmacy. Top recruiters from GLA's pharmacy department include Sun Pharma, Cipla, Lupin, AbbVie, Pfizer, and Johnson & Johnson. Alumni have also gone on to work at international organisations like AstraZeneca (Ireland).

Ques. What is the total fee for Pharm.D at GLA University, and are there any scholarships?

Ans. The total tuition fee for the 6-year Pharm.D programme is Rs. 14,25,000 (Rs. 2,25,000 to Rs. 2,50,000 per year). Including examination charges, caution money, and alumni fee, the total comes to approximately Rs. 14,78,000 (excluding hostel). Merit scholarships of Rs. 25,000 per annum are available for students with high PCB/PCM scores, and government scholarships are available for SC/ST and economically weaker sections.

Ques. How many seats are available in Pharm.D at GLA University, and how competitive is admission?

Ans. The Pharm.D programme at GLA University has an intake of 30 seats, as approved by the Pharmacy Council of India (PCI). Since the intake is limited, admission is competitive. Candidates are advised to register early for GLAET and ensure they meet the eligibility criteria of 60% in Class 12 with PCB/PCM. The programme was started in 2024 at GLA, making it a relatively new but growing offering.