The Bachelor of Pharmacy [B.Pharma] {Lateral} at RR College of Pharmacy (RRCP), Bangalore, is a three-year undergraduate pharmacy programme for Diploma in Pharmacy (D.Pharm) holders, approved by the Pharmacy Council of India (PCI) and affiliated to Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences (RGUHS), Karnataka. RRCP is part of RR Group of Institutions, which holds NAAC A+ accreditation. Lateral entry students join the second year directly, covering pharmaceutical chemistry, pharmacology, pharmacognosy, pharmaceutical analysis, and pharmacy practice. Admission is through the KCET 2026 lateral entry scheme or RGUHS-coordinated pharmacy counselling.
📋 Admission Status: RRCP Bangalore B.Pharm Lateral Entry admissions for 2026-27: KCET 2026 result was declared May 28, 2026 (kea.kar.nic.in). RGUHS coordinates lateral entry pharmacy admissions; counselling is expected in July to August 2026 (rguhs.ac.in). Applications are accepted at pharmacy.rrinstitutions.com.
Key Points
- RR College of Pharmacy (RRCP) offers a PCI-approved, RGUHS-affiliated three-year B.Pharm Lateral Entry programme for D.Pharm holders at a NAAC A+ accredited institution.
- Curriculum covers pharmaceutical chemistry, pharmacology, pharmacognosy, pharmaceutical analysis, drug store management, and pharmacy practice with lab work.
- Total fees: INR 5,57,000 for the three-year programme; verify the latest at pharmacy.rrinstitutions.com.
- Admission through KCET 2026 Lateral Entry (kea.kar.nic.in) or RGUHS B.Pharm lateral entry counselling 2026 (rguhs.ac.in).
- B.Pharm graduates can pursue M.Pharm, Pharm.D, or roles in retail pharmacy, hospital pharmacy, drug manufacturing, and regulatory affairs.
RR Group of Institutions, Bangalore Bachelor of Pharmacy [B.Pharma] {Lateral} Fees
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|
| Annual Fee (indicative) | INR 1,85,667 |
| Total Fees (3 Years) | INR 5,57,000 |
- Verify the year-wise fee at pharmacy.rrinstitutions.com before enrolment.
- Hostel charges are separate from tuition fees.
- Karnataka SC/ST students may claim state scholarship fee reimbursement.
RR Group of Institutions, Bangalore Bachelor of Pharmacy [B.Pharma] {Lateral} Admission 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| KCET 2026 Exam | April 23 and 24, 2026 (Conducted); kea.kar.nic.in |
| KCET 2026 Result | May 28, 2026 (Declared); kea.kar.nic.in |
| RGUHS B.Pharm Lateral Entry Counselling 2026 | July to August 2026 (Tentative); rguhs.ac.in |
| RRCP Direct Application Window | Open; pharmacy.rrinstitutions.com |
| Classes Commence | August to September 2026 |
Entrance Exam Dates
| Exam | Registration End | Exam Date | Result |
|---|
| KCET 2026 (Pharmacy Lateral Entry) | April 23-24, 2026 (Conducted); Result May 28, 2026 | kea.kar.nic.in |
- KCET 2026 result: May 28, 2026; kea.kar.nic.in.
- Lateral entry counselling: July to August 2026; rguhs.ac.in.
- Direct/management-quota: pharmacy.rrinstitutions.com.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates must hold a Diploma in Pharmacy (D.Pharm) from a PCI-recognised institution with a minimum of 50 percent aggregate marks (45 percent for Karnataka SC/ST candidates as per RGUHS norms). Final-year D.Pharm students may apply provisionally.
- A valid KCET 2026 rank (kea.kar.nic.in) is required for government-quota lateral entry admission through KEA/RGUHS counselling. Management-quota direct applications are accepted at pharmacy.rrinstitutions.com.
Admission Process
- Confirm eligibility: D.Pharm with minimum 50 percent aggregate from a PCI-recognised institution.
- Check your KCET 2026 result (declared May 28, 2026) at kea.kar.nic.in.
- Register for RGUHS B.Pharm Lateral Entry Counselling 2026 at rguhs.ac.in when the schedule is announced (July to August 2026).
- Alternatively, apply directly at pharmacy.rrinstitutions.com for management-quota seats.
- After seat allotment, report to RR College of Pharmacy, Bangalore, with D.Pharm mark sheets, transfer certificate, community certificate (if applicable), and ID proof; complete fee payment and enrolment.
✓ Opt for this if
- D.Pharm holders seeking a PCI-approved B.Pharm degree in Bangalore
- Karnataka-domicile students eligible for KCET lateral entry pharmacy counselling
- Fee-sensitive students; INR 5,57,000 total over 3 years at NAAC A+ institute
- Students targeting retail pharmacy, hospital pharmacy, or regulatory roles
- Students wanting RGUHS affiliation close to Bangalore metro placements
✗ Skip if
- Students preferring a fresh 4-year B.Pharm programme over lateral entry
- Candidates targeting top-ranked pharma research institutions nationally
- Students seeking a pharma institute with strong pan-India placement brand
- Candidates without a D.Pharm from a PCI-recognised institution
RR Group of Institutions, Bangalore Bachelor of Pharmacy [B.Pharma] {Lateral} Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|
| Karnataka SC/ST Fee Reimbursement | Full tuition reimbursement | SC/ST Karnataka-domicile; apply via state scholarship portal |
| Central Sector Scholarship (NSP) | As per NSP norms | Merit UG students; family income below INR 8,00,000; scholarships.gov.in |
- Karnataka SC/ST domicile: fee reimbursement through state government portal.
- Central Sector Scholarship: apply at scholarships.gov.in after admission.
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