Choosing colleges after school is a hectic process for students and their families. With thousands of colleges across the country, it becomes a cumbersome process for the student to shortlist the ones that are suitable for them and have the course they want to study. A good college is the first stepping stone toward success in a student’s career. Hence, no student and their families would like to compromise on any aspect while searching for their dream college. We understand that college hunting can be a daunting process for both student and their families. This is why we are here with you on this journey to help choose those colleges which are the best for you by providing all the details required by you. In this article, we will be discussing Krupanidhi Pharmacy College Bangalore one of the best pharmacy colleges in Karnataka.

Krupanidhi Pharmacy College Overview

Name	Krupanidhi College of Pharmacy (KCP)
Address	Chikka Bellandur, CG Road, Bengaluru, Karnataka
Website	https://pharmacy.krupanidhi.edu.in/
Establishment Year	1985
State	Karnataka
City	Bangalore
Affiliated To	RGUHS, Karnataka
Approved by	Pharmacy Council of India, AICTE
Accreditation by	NAAC
Institute Type	Private
Study Mode	Regular/ Full-Time
Hostel	Both Girls and Boys

Krupanidhi Pharmacy College Bangalore was established in the year 1985. It is a private institution that is dedicated since 1985 to producing the best practitioners in the world of pharmacy. It has been rated by The Week as the best pharmacy college in Karnataka. It is affiliated with Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, Karnataka, and has also been approved by the Pharmacy Council of India. It houses advanced laboratories which are equipped with the latest types of equipment for its students to not only theory but also strengthen their practice. 

Prof. Dr Suresh Nagpal is the Chairman and Mrs Geetha Nagpal is the Vice-Chairperson and Prof. Sunil Samson Dhamanigi is the Secretary of the College.

Vision: KCP has a vision of producing world-class practitioners by bringing out the best by polishing their skills.

Mission: KCP has a mission of nurturing future pharmacists by developing their overall personality while providing an excellent academic environment.

Why Choose Krupanidhi Pharmacy College?

Krupanidhi College of Pharmacy has been noted for its outstanding facilities and education provided to its students. Here are some of the features that distinguish it from other pharmacy colleges.

• Excellent Academic Experience

Krupanidhi College has earned a reputable name for providing high-quality education through its experienced faculty and its approach to strengthening concepts learned in theory by practising it in its highly advanced 18 laboratories. The holistic education system here is structured in such a way that it makes its student ready to be an effective workforce who don’t miss out on any opportunity that comes their way.

• A Safe Haven for Students

Krupanidhi College has not only earned a reputation for providing excellent education but also for providing a safe campus for its students where they can learn, grow and nurture their overall personalities which will make them stand out in the world of pharmaceuticals. The holistic education system here is structured in such a way that it makes its student ready to be an effective workforce who don’t miss out on any opportunity that comes their way.

• Anti-Ragging Cell

The cell was established in 2013. KCP is dedicated to ensuring a ragging-free environment for its students on campus.  It considers ragging a crime and wants to ensure a healthy learning environment for its students. To enforce this, it has adopted strict policies and measures against ragging on campus and those involved in it. Krupanidhi College has zero tolerance for ragging and has well-defined strictures in the case of ragging events.

Admissions to Krupanidhi College

Krupanidhi Pharmacy College Bangalore offers various programs designed with excellence to meet the demands and needs of the evolving industry of pharmacy. It offers undergraduate(UG) as well as postgraduate courses(PG). There are  UG programs in courses like Pharm (D) and B Pharm courses and PG programs in courses like Pharm (D)-PB and M Pharm.

Eligibility for Bachelor of Pharmacy (B Pharm)

• The age of the candidate should be 17 years and above.
• Candidates should have cleared the 10+2 examination.
• They should have Chemistry and Physics as their compulsory subjects along with any one of the subjects like Mathematics, Biotechnology, Computer Science and  Biology.
• They must have secured at least 40%marks in all the subjects taken together in their 10+2 examinations. The cut-off is 35% in the case of candidates from reserved categories. 
• Candidates who have undertaken the D pharm course and have passed it are also eligible for this course. They are admitted directly to the second year.

Documents required

• Several passport-size photographs.
• H.S.C. Marksheet (12th Pass Certificate).
• S.S.C. Marksheet (10th Pass Certificate).
• Transfer Certificate.
• Caste Validity Certificate (if applicable).
• Caste Certificate (if applicable).
• Minority student’s affidavit (if applicable).
• Nationality Certificate.
• Migration Certificate.
• Birth/Domicile Certificate.
• Photo identity proof such as Aadhar Card.
• CET pass certificate conducted by DTE.
• CET Admit Card. 

Eligibility for Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm D)

• Candidates should be 17 years of age or above at the time of admission.
• The candidate should have passed in 10+2 or PUC or H.Sc or PDC or Intermediate with Physics.

Document required

• Transcript and pass certificate of SSC examination.
• Transcript and pass certificate of HSC examination. 
• Annual Income Certificate
• Reservation Certificate, if applicable
• Photo Identification Proof
• Passport-size photographs 

Eligibility for Master of Pharmacy (M Pharm)

• The candidate should have cleared the examination of B.Pharm from  RGUHS or B. Pharm from any recognized Indian University or should have completed any other degree courses in pharmacy recognized as equivalent by RGUHS University or Pharmacy Council of India, (PCI) and/ or All India Council of Technical Education (A I.C.T.E,)
• The candidate must have secured a minimum of 50% of the total marks(aggregate of four years) for the qualifying examinations.
• The candidates belonging to ST, SC, and Category-I (Karnataka) should have a degree in B.Pharm

Documents Required

• B.Pharm degree pass certificate.
• B.Pharm transcripts.
• H.S.C. Marksheet (12th Pass Certificate).
• S.S.C. Marksheet (10th Pass Certificate).
• Transfer Certificate.
• Caste Validity Certificate (if applicable).
• Caste Certificate (if applicable).
• Minority student’s affidavit (if applicable).
• Nationality Certificate.
• Migration Certificate.
• Birth/Domicile Certificate.
• Photo identity proof such as Aadhar Card.
• GPAT (Graduate Pharmacy Aptitude Test) pass or rank certificate.
• GPAT Admit Card.

Eligibility for Diploma in Pharmacy (D Pharm)

• The age of the candidate should be 17 years and above at the time of examination.
• The candidate should have passed any one of the following exams with Physics, Biology or Mathematics, and Chemistry.
• PUC or PDC or 10+2 or Higher Sec. exam in Science or  Intermediate.
• A Vocational course in Chemistry, Physics, and  Biology or Mathematics conducted by the Government of Kerala.

Documents Required 

• Transcripts and pass certificate of 10th board examinations.
• Transcripts and pass certificate of 12th board examinations.
• Leaving and migratory certificate.
• Character certificate issued from the last institute attended by the candidate.
• Photo identification certificate.
• Passport-size photographs.
• Caste certificate (if any).
• PwD certificate (if any).

Eligibility for Doctor of Pharmacy: Post Baccalaureate (Pharm D – PB)

Eligibility

• The candidate must be a graduate of Rajiv Gandhi Insitute of Health Sciences in B.Pharm or from any other recognized Indian University. The candidate may also have completed other courses in Pharmacy recognized as equivalent by RGUHS and the Pharmacy Council of India.
• Candidates can also join directly in the fourth year of Pharm D as a lateral entry if they are eligible and capable enough.

Documents Required

• Transcripts and pass certificate of graduate degree
• Transcripts and pass certificate of 10th board examination
• Transcripts and pass certificate of 12th board examination
• Leaving or migration certificate
• Provisional certificate
• Caste certificate, if applicable
• PwD certificate, if applicable

Eligibility for Doctor of Philosophy (Ph D)

• The candidate must graduate with their M Pharm degree from RGUHS University or any other state or central university with the first-class rank
• The transcripts of the M Pharm degree must reflect that the candidate has scored at least 50% of the total marks.

Specializations offered 

Krupanidhi College of Pharmacy, Bangalore offers a PhD programme in three distinctive specialisations. These are

• Pharmaceutical Chemistry
• Pharmacology
• Pharmaceutics

Admission Procedure 

KCP understands how tiring admission procedures are for the students and their families along with the stress of getting admitted into their desired streams. Hence KCP has made the entire process easier and more convenient. Admissions at KCP are offline as well as online. Although in both cases, the applicant has to pay nominal fees for securing the admission form.

Online Application Process

• Visit the official website of Krupanidhi College of Pharmacy.
• Fill in the application form on their website under the admissions section.
• Upload the documents mentioned.
• After this, you will be directed to the payment gateway where you have made the payment for the above form.
• After the fee is paid, you will get a reference number. This number will be required in the future for such transactions.
• There is a fee of Rs.1000 for the undergraduate (UG) and postgraduate (PG) courses.
• The fees for diploma courses are Rs.500.

Offline Application Process

• Visit the official website of Krupanidhi College of Pharmacy and download the application form.
• Fill in the details required.
• Upload the documents mentioned.
• Prepare a demand draft (DD) for the application fee.
• After this, courier the DD, and required documents to the college.
• You can also submit in person to the admissions department of the college or at their regional centres.
• After the fee is paid, you will get a reference number. This number will be required in the future for such transactions.

The College Board reviews these application forms upon receiving them and contacts the eligible students either through email or the contact number provided by them.

Pharmacy Courses Offered

Program(s)	Duration
D Pharm (Diploma course)	2 years + 500 hours of practical training for a minimum of 3 months in a Govt. Hospital or a Govt. Pharmacy recognized by Pharmacy Council of India, New Delhi.
B Pharm (Undergraduate course)	4 years
M Pharm (Master course)	2 years (12 months+12 months)
Pharm D (Doctorate course)	6 years (5 years of study + 1 year of training/internship in hospital)
Pharm D-PB	3 years ( 2 years of study +1 year of internship or residency)
PhD	3-5 years

Diploma in Pharmacy (D Pharm)

A diploma in Pharmacy is a two years course after the completion of which the candidate can work in the pharmaceutical industry under the direction of a pharmacist.

Subjects Studied

S.No.	Subjects
1	Pharmaceutics
2	Pharmaceutical Chemistry
3	Biochemistry and Clinical Pathology
4	Health Education and Community Pharmacy
5	Human Anatomy and Physiology
6	Pharmacognosy

Bachelor in Pharmacy (B Pharm)

Like most medical graduate-level courses in the country, a B.Pharm degree requires a four-year academic commitment. This degree makes the candidate legally eligible to serve as a pharmacist as per the licence provided by the Pharmacy Council of India.

Course Structure

Year	Electives	Combination of Courses
First Year	None	Mathematics or Biology
		Human Anatomy and Physiology
		Pharmacognosy (First Part)
		Pharmaceutics
		Organic Chemistry
		Inorganic Chemistry
		Kannada
		Computer Science
Second Year	None	Applied Biochemistry
		Pathophysiology
		Physical Pharmaceutics
		Microbiology & Biotechnology
		Organic Chemistry
Third Year	None	Pharmaceutical Jurisprudence
		Pharmacognosy & Pathochemistry
		Pharmaceutical Engineering
		Pharmacology
		Medicinal Chemistry (First Part)
Fourth-year	Industrial Pharmacy	Medicinal Chemistry
		Instrumental & Biomedical Analysis
		Pharmacology & Biopharmaceutics
		Industrial Pharmacognosy
		Pharmacology & Toxicology
		Advanced Industrial Pharmacy
		Pharmaceutical Management & Marketing or Herbal Rug Technology or Pharma. Production Management or Total Quality Management
	Pharmacy Practice	Medicinal Chemistry
		Instrumental & Biomedical Analysis
		Pharmacology & Biopharmaceutics
		Industrial Pharmacognosy
		Pharmacology & Toxicology
		Pharmacokinetics & Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
		Clinical Pharmacy & Therapeutics or Hospital & Community Pharmacy

Master in Pharmacy

A Master’s in Pharmacy degree requires candidates to devote two years to completion of the course. This course requires the student to hold credible knowledge in the field of pharmaceutical sciences. Following are the specializations provided by the Krupanidhi Pharmacy College Bangalore:

• Pharmacology
• Pharmaceutics
• Quality Assurance
• Pharmaceutical Analysis
• Pharmacognosy
• Pharmaceutical Chemistry

Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm D)

Krupanidhi College of Pharmacy has tie-ups with MVJ Medical College & Research Hospital to be able to provide the students with the necessary equipment to hone their skills by the end of this 6-year-long course. The course entails students attending classroom training during the first five years. Post this, the student must avail of a one-year long internship programme to muster the art of the skills to come out as an able Doctor of Pharmacy.

Course Structure

Year	Subjects
First Year	Human Anatomy and Physiology
	Pharmaceutical Organic Chemistry
	Pharmaceutical Inorganic Chemistry
	Medical Biochemistry
	Remedial Mathematics/ Biology
	Pharmaceutics
Second Year	Pathophysiology
	Pharmacognosy & Phytopharmaceuticals
	Pharmaceutical Microbiology
	Community Pharmacy
	Pharmacology-I
Third Year	Pharmaceutical Formulations
	Pharmaceutical Analysis
	Medicinal Chemistry
	Pharmacology-II
	Hospital Pharmacy
	Pharmaceutical Jurisprudence
Fourth Year	Biostatistics & Research Methodology
	Clinical Pharmacy
	Biopharmaceutics & Pharmacokinetics
	Pharmacotherapeutics-II
	Pharmacotherapeutics-I
Fifth Year	Clinical Pharmacokinetics & Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
	Pharmacoepidemiology & Pharmacoeconomics
	Pharmacotherapeutics-III
	Clerkship
	Clinical Research
	Project work (A six-months long programme)
Sixth Year	A mandatory internship programme that lasts a year

Doctor of Pharmacy (Post Baccalaureate)

The PB Doctor of Pharmacy degree is a three-year-long course. It usually consists of two phases. Phase one dictates that the student must attend classroom learning with theory and practical sessions for two years. This is quickly followed by the second phase which requires the student to go through a rigorous residency training period of the one-year long internship programme.

The internship programme is modulated to make the students skilful in their pharmaceutical practices with a sound theoretical foundation. This phase of the course will help develop actual practices that are associated with the pharmaceutical sciences. 

Course Structure

Year	Subjects
First Year	Pharmacotherapeutics-I
	Pharmacotherapeutics-II
	Biostatistics & Research Methodology
	Clinical Toxicology
	Clinical Pharmacy
	Biopharmaceutics& Pharmacokinetics
Second Year	Clinical Pharmacokinetics & Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
	Clerkship
	Pharmacoepidemiology and Pharmacoeconomics
	Clinical Research
	Pharmacotherapeutics-III
Third Year	Residency training (Internship programme)

Program Fee Structure

Courses	Duration	Fees/year
Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm)	4 years	–
Master of Pharmacy (M.Pharm)	2 years	–
Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm D)	6 years	–

The tuition fees of Krupanidhi College are not fixed and change every year. The tuition fee will be mentioned in the college prospectus or will be informed at the time of admission. Since the tuition fee is most likely to change every few years, you need to stay updated about this. 

Scholarships Provided by the Krupanidhi College of Pharmacy

Krupanidhi Pharmacy College Bangalore is a successful venture of the larger Krupanidhi Group of Institutions organisation. The Krupanidhi Group works towards building an academic environment that positively reinforces students to excel in every capacity. To encourage students to perform well in their academic ventures, merit-based scholarships are awarded to students who rightfully deserve them.

Career & Placements

Key features of the placement cell of the college:

• The training and placement head of Krupanidhi Pharmacy College Bangalore is Mrs Uzma Nayeem. The training and placement cell of Krupanidhi College is dedicated to training students for cracking interviews with reputed pharma companies and securing good job offers from them. 
• The objective of the training and placement cell in Krupanidhi College is to prepare the students for placements by guiding them in resume writing, preparing them for aptitude tests, and conducting mock interviews to boost their confidence and make them familiar with the interview process.
• Some of the companies that visit Krupanidhi College for on-campus drives are Medplus Eris Life, Sanofi India, Quintiles, Zuventus Life Sciences, etc. However, it is recommended to reach out to previous graduates of the college to get the exact information about the average job package and the details of the placement activities in Krupanidhi College. We will also try to reach them and update you with the details soon.

Rankings and Achievements 

• College Achievements

• • Krupanidhi Pharmacy College Bangalore has been ranked as the best college of pharmacy in  Karnataka by “The Week”. 
  • It is affiliated with Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, Karnataka, and has also been approved by the Pharmacy Council of India.
  • The Indian branch of KPMG has titled the college Asia’s Fastest Growing Private Education Institute. 
  • The World Education Congress has declared the college to be the Best Infrastructure as well as Best Academic and Industry Interface.

• Students’ Achievements

• • An M.Pharm student, Ms Gauthami, secured the 6th rank at the university level in her first semester.
  • A B.Pharm student, Ms Deeksha, successfully ranked second at the university level in her first semester.
  • A PharmD student, Ms Rihana, ranked fourth at the university level during the 5th year of her course. 

On-Campus Facilities Offered

• Library

The library at Krupanidhi College houses hundreds of books and national and international journals which are regularly updated. Every department at KPC has its dedicated libraries housing an extensive collection of books related to respective courses. The library is provided with internet, helmet, and wifi facilities. It also has a digital section which has a huge database of all the online journals and publications.

• Hostel

Krupanidhi Pharmacy College Bangalore provides separate hostel facilities for both boys and girls. The hostels here are spacious, clean, and comfortable with all the amenities provided for the students. The rooms are either twin sharing or single occupancy food. They are provided with beds, cupboards, study tables, wifi, and even solar water heaters. The rooms are also provided with attached bathrooms. 

Each hostel has a warden who is responsible for the safety of the students. Efforts are made to make hostels more safer and comfortable to ensure a calm environment where students can study peacefully.

• Food Court

Krupanidhi College has a multi-cuisine food court that provides all types of delectable cuisines and dishes to students to tingle their taste buds. It even houses an on-campus Cafe Coffee Day (CCD). The food court at KPC is a point of relaxation and enjoyment for students. Special attention is given t hygiene while ensuring nutrition and taste for the students.

• Gym

Krupanidhi College understands the importance of fitness for the overall well-being of students. Hence, it provides on-campus fitness zones which have numerous gym equipment that the students can use to keep their bodies fit and in shape.

• Sports

Krupanidhi College believes in “ All work and no play makes Jack a dull boy “. Therefore, it gives equal importance to sports as it gives to academics. Krupanidhi College has sports facilities for many sports such as football, volleyball, badminton, cricket, etc. The college has many sports clubs which are encouraged by college faculties and they are actively participated by students of the college.

Krupanidhi Pharmacy College Bangalore also promotes extracurricular activities and has many active cultural clubs and societies in the college for different activities.

• Laboratories

The college has well-maintained 18 laboratories that are equipped with modern types of equipment dedicated to providing students with hands-on experience and strengthening their concepts. It is managed by well-trained lab technicians and faculties.

Here is the list of labs at KPC

• Pharmaceutical Microbiology.
• Microbiology & Biotechnology.
• Pharmaceutics Lab.
• Machine Room.
• Pharmaceutical Chemistry Lab.
• Pharmacology Lab.
• Pharmacognosy Lab.
• Quality Assurance Lab.
• Pharmacy Practice Lab.
• Instrumental Lab.

College Contact Details

Address: First Block, Sarjapur Road, Koramangala, Bangalore

• Email: info@krupanidhi.edu.in. 
• Contact Number (for enquires): +91-7848 000 123.
• Contact Numbers (for admission enquires): +91 7022049950/ 7022049951.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the vision of Krupanidhi College of Pharmacy?

KCP has a vision of producing world-class practitioners by bringing out the best by polishing their skills.

2. What is the anti-ragging policy at Krupanidhi College of Pharmacy?

KPC has a strict policy against ragging on campus and those involved in it.

3. What is the duration of the B.Pharm program?

The duration of the B.Pharm program is 4 years.

4. Is there a hostel at Krupanidhi College of Pharmacy?

Yes, there is a separate hostel facility for both boys and girls.

5. What's the atmosphere like at Krupanidhi College of Pharmacy?

The atmosphere at KPC is calm and peaceful which is perfect for the students to grow academically.

6. What extra activities take place in Krupanidhi College of Pharmacy?

KPC gives equal importance to extracurricular activities as it gives to academics. It has various cultural clubs and societies.

7. Does the college provide any scholarships?

Yes, the college provides merit-based scholarship based on the academic record of the student.

8. What is the duration of the M.Pharm course?

M.Pharm course typically takes two years of academic commitment to complete.

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