Bachelor of Pharmacy – Lateral Entry at MCOPS

Manipal

Design your foundation for a future in pharmaceutical sciences and beyond

The Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm) – Lateral Entry program at Manipal College of Pharmaceutical Sciences (MCOPS), Manipal provides Diploma in Pharmacy-qualified candidates with a direct pathway to higher education in pharmacy. Eligible D.Pharm holders enter directly into the second year of the B.Pharm program and complete the degree through three additional years of study. Through classroom learning, laboratory training, case studies, group discussions, and undergraduate conferences, you develop the scientific knowledge and professional skills required for a broader career in pharmacy.

MCOPS has offered the lateral-entry pathway since it was introduced by the Pharmacy Council of India for qualified Diploma in Pharmacy holders.

Program Highlights

Direct Second-Year Entry: You enter the B.Pharm program directly in the second year after completing an eligible Diploma in Pharmacy qualification.

Advanced Pharmacy Education: You progress from diploma-level learning to graduate-level study covering pharmaceutical industry, practice, patient care, and research.

Practice-Driven Learning: You strengthen your knowledge through hands-on training, laboratory sessions, case studies, and group discussions.

Academic and Professional Exposure: You participate in conferences and academic activities that build communication, presentation, and professional engagement skills.

Established Pharmacy Institution: You study at Manipal College of Pharmaceutical Sciences, which has offered the lateral-entry pathway since its introduction by the Pharmacy Council of India.

Lab Work

Gain hands-on experience through laboratory teaching and practical exercises in pharmaceutical sciences, formulations, testing methods, and professional pharmacy practice.

Industry Training

Analyse pharmacy-related situations through case studies and group discussions in patient care, industry practices, and professional decision-making.

Advanced Exposure

Participate in conferences and academic activities for undergraduate students, developing your ability to communicate scientific information and engage with developments in pharmacy.

Lab Work

Gain hands-on experience through laboratory teaching and practical exercises in pharmaceutical sciences, formulations, testing methods, and professional pharmacy practice.

Lab Work

Gain hands-on experience through laboratory teaching and practical exercises in pharmaceutical sciences, formulations, testing methods, and professional pharmacy practice.

Scholarships

Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE) Manipal awards scholarship for its Under Graduate (UG) and Post Graduate (PG) students under the following categories

Degree / Marks/ Board

UG: 75% aggregate or equivalent (as per selection criteria) in 12th ,PG: 75% aggregate or equivalent in Undergraduate (UG)

Entrance Test

Not Applicable

Scholarship on program fee

15%

Scholarship on hostel fee

Not Applicable

Room type

Not Applicable

Monthly Stipend

Not Applicable

Continuation of Scholarship

Continuation of scholarship for subsequent years will be based on the academic performance in the immediate previous university examinations before the due date for payment of fee / dues i.e., minimum CGPA of 7 in a 10-point grading system.
Students who are promoted to next year with failures (F) / Incomplete (I) / Detention (DT) grades, will NOT be eligible for scholarship for that academic year.
Scholarships will be forfeited in instances of irregularity in attendance, proven charges of indiscipline, bringing disrepute to the Department / Institution / University etc.

Withdrawal Policy

In case the Scholar category scholar leaves the course before the course completion (for any reason), he / she MUST reimburse the total program fee (as per Prospectus 2025) for the years of scholarship utilized, back to MAHE Manipal.

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Program Highlights

Direct Second-Year Entry: You enter the B.Pharm program directly in the second year after completing an eligible Diploma in Pharmacy qualification.

Advanced Pharmacy Education: You progress from diploma-level learning to graduate-level study covering pharmaceutical industry, practice, patient care, and research.

Practice-Driven Learning: You strengthen your knowledge through hands-on training, laboratory sessions, case studies, and group discussions.

Academic and Professional Exposure: You participate in conferences and academic activities that build communication, presentation, and professional engagement skills.

Established Pharmacy Institution: You study at Manipal College of Pharmaceutical Sciences, which has offered the lateral-entry pathway since its introduction by the Pharmacy Council of India.

Lab Work

Gain hands-on experience through laboratory teaching and practical exercises in pharmaceutical sciences, formulations, testing methods, and professional pharmacy practice.

Industry Training

Analyse pharmacy-related situations through case studies and group discussions in patient care, industry practices, and professional decision-making.

Advanced Exposure

Participate in conferences and academic activities for undergraduate students, developing your ability to communicate scientific information and engage with developments in pharmacy.

Lab Work

Gain hands-on experience through laboratory teaching and practical exercises in pharmaceutical sciences, formulations, testing methods, and professional pharmacy practice.

Lab Work

Gain hands-on experience through laboratory teaching and practical exercises in pharmaceutical sciences, formulations, testing methods, and professional pharmacy practice.

Program Details

Outcomes
Careers

Upon completion of this program, you will:

Apply pharmaceutical knowledge across industry, hospital, community, research, and academic settings.

Understand the preparation, testing, quality control, and appropriate use of medicines.

Use laboratory techniques and scientific methods relevant to pharmaceutical practice.

Develop analytical, communication, teamwork, and professional decision-making skills.

Counsel patients and support the safe and responsible use of medicines.

Understand pharmaceutical manufacturing, packaging, quality assurance, sales, and distribution processes.

Build the academic foundation required for higher studies, research, employment, or entrepreneurship in pharmacy.

Scholarships

Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE) Manipal awards scholarship for its Under Graduate (UG) and Post Graduate (PG) students under the following categories

Degree / Marks/ Board

UG: 75% aggregate or equivalent (as per selection criteria) in 12th ,PG: 75% aggregate or equivalent in Undergraduate (UG)

Entrance Test

Not Applicable

Scholarship on program fee

15%

Scholarship on hostel fee

Not Applicable

Room type

Not Applicable

Monthly Stipend

Not Applicable

Continuation of Scholarship

Continuation of scholarship for subsequent years will be based on the academic performance in the immediate previous university examinations before the due date for payment of fee / dues i.e., minimum CGPA of 7 in a 10-point grading system.
Students who are promoted to next year with failures (F) / Incomplete (I) / Detention (DT) grades, will NOT be eligible for scholarship for that academic year.
Scholarships will be forfeited in instances of irregularity in attendance, proven charges of indiscipline, bringing disrepute to the Department / Institution / University etc.

Withdrawal Policy

To Know More

Bachelor of Pharmacy – Lateral Entry at MCOPS

Design your foundation for a future in pharmaceutical sciences and beyond

Program Highlights

Upon completion of this program, you will:

Industry and Academia Connect

3 years

INR 11,65,000

Program Highlights

Upon completion of this program, you will:

Industry and Academia Connect

3 years

INR 11,65,000