The Master of Pharmacy [M.Pharm] (Pharmaceutics) programme at Babu Banarasi Das Northern India Institute of Technology, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, is a two-year full-time postgraduate degree approved by the Pharmacy Council of India (PCI) and AICTE, affiliated to the Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University (AKTU), Lucknow. The programme covers drug formulation, novel drug delivery systems, biopharmaceutics, pharmacokinetics, and manufacturing technology. Admission is through GPAT or CUET-PG scores and AKTU PG centralised counselling. Total fees for the two-year programme are INR 1,63,648.
GPAT 2026 was conducted on March 7, 2026, with results declared on April 7, 2026. CUET-PG 2026 was conducted from March 6 to 27, 2026, with results declared on April 24, 2026. AKTU PG centralised counselling for M.Pharm is expected to open in June to July 2026.
Key Points
- Babu Banarasi Das Northern India Institute of Technology offers M.Pharm (Pharmaceutics) affiliated to Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University (AKTU), Lucknow and approved by PCI and AICTE, with a two-year total fee of INR 1,63,648.
- Admission is through GPAT or CUET-PG scores and AKTU PG centralised counselling; management quota seats are also available.
BBDNIIT Lucknow M.Pharm (Pharmaceutics) Fees
| Component | Amount (INR) |
| First Year Fee | INR 85,074 |
| Second Year Fee | INR 78,574 |
| Total Fees (2 Years) | INR 1,63,648 |
- Total fees for the two-year M.Pharm (Pharmaceutics) programme are INR 1,63,648. Fee figures are for 2025-26; fees for 2026-27 will be notified by AKTU and the college before the admission round.
- AKTU examination and enrolment fee is payable separately on the AKTU portal and is not included in the totals above.
- Optional hostel accommodation is available on campus; hostel charges are payable separately. Total Fees (Hostel charges separate).
BBDNIIT Lucknow M.Pharm (Pharmaceutics) Admission 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| GPAT 2026 Result | April 7, 2026 |
| CUET-PG 2026 Result | April 24, 2026 |
| AKTU PG Counselling Registration (Expected) | June to July 2026 |
| Seat Allotment Rounds (Expected) | July to August 2026 |
| Classes Commence (Expected) | August to September 2026 |
Entrance Exam Dates
| Exam | Registration End | Exam Date | Result |
| GPAT 2026 | December 23, 2025 | March 7, 2026 | April 7, 2026 |
| CUET-PG 2026 | December 14, 2025 | March 6 to 27, 2026 | April 24, 2026 |
- M.Pharm (Pharmaceutics) admission at Babu Banarasi Das Northern India Institute of Technology is through AKTU PG centralised counselling based on GPAT or CUET-PG scores. Candidates must hold a valid GPAT 2026 or CUET-PG 2026 score.
- Register on the UPTAC portal (uptac.admissions.nic.in) during the notified window, fill preferences including BBDNIIT Lucknow, and participate in seat allotment rounds.
- On receiving an allotment letter, report to the college with original certificates (GPAT/CUET-PG scorecard, B.Pharm marksheets, category certificate if applicable) for document verification and fee payment.
- A limited number of seats may be available through management quota for candidates without GPAT or CUET-PG scores; contact the college admission office for details.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates must hold a B.Pharm degree from a PCI-approved institution with a minimum aggregate of 60 per cent marks (55 per cent for SC/ST as per AKTU norms).
- A valid GPAT 2026 or CUET-PG 2026 score is required for admission through AKTU PG centralised counselling.
Admission Process
- Obtain a valid GPAT 2026 or CUET-PG 2026 score.
- Register on the UPTAC portal (uptac.admissions.nic.in) during the notified window and upload B.Pharm marksheets and required documents.
- Fill in preferences including BBDNIIT Lucknow (M.Pharm Pharmaceutics) and participate in seat allotment rounds.
- On allotment, pay the provisional seat acceptance fee and report to BBDNIIT Lucknow with original certificates for document verification.
- Complete admission formalities, pay the first-year fee, and register on the AKTU student portal.
BBDNIIT Lucknow M.Pharm (Pharmaceutics) Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
| UP Government Post-Matric Scholarship (SC/ST) | As per UP Government norms | SC/ST students domiciled in Uttar Pradesh; apply via pfms.nic.in |
| OBC Post-Matric Scholarship (UP Government) | As per UP Government norms | OBC students with family income below prescribed limit; UP e-scholarship portal |
| Central Sector Scholarship (NSP) | As per central government norms | Merit-based; apply at scholarships.gov.in after admission |
| AKTU Merit Scholarship | As per AKTU norms | Top-performing students in AKTU examinations; details at aktu.ac.in |
| PCI / AICTE Pharmacy Scholarships | As per authority norms | Check PCI and AICTE portals for pharmacy-specific scholarship schemes |
- SC/ST, OBC, and EWS students should apply for Uttar Pradesh government post-matric scholarships through the state scholarship portal after admission.
- Central government scholarships are available through the National Scholarship Portal (scholarships.gov.in); application windows typically open between August and October.
- All scholarship applications require proof of caste/income certificate and UP domicile where applicable. Maintain the prescribed attendance percentage to continue benefits.
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