NIRF Rank #24 in Pharmacy
M.S. (Pharm.) in Pharmacology and Toxicology
National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research Kolkata · 2-Year PG Program
Key numbers
NIRF Pharmacy Rank
#24
Batch Size
10 seats
Placement Rate
85%
↑ 2025
Program Duration
24 months
Total Program Fee
Across the full 2-year duration
Average CTC (2025)
Annual package among placed graduates
Are you eligible?
Academic Background
B.Pharm or equivalent degree is required
Selection Mode
Admission is strictly entrance exam based
Entrance exams
Placement · 2025
Where graduates land
Placement rate
85%
Top recruiters
Hostel & Scholarships Available
On-campus hostel accommodation is offered, and scholarships are available for eligible students—making this already affordable program even more accessible.
The verdict
Strong fit
With a NIRF #24 ranking, an 85% placement rate into top Indian pharma companies, and a total fee of just ₹2.5 lakhs, this program is a high-ROI choice for aspirants focused on preclinical research and toxicology. The tight 10-seat intake ensures focused mentorship but also means serious competition.
Matches what you said
- ✓ Preclinical & toxicology research
- ✓ Careers in major Indian pharma
- ✓ Affordable premier PG education
- ✓ Research-intensive curriculum
Doesn't match
- ✗ Large batch networking
- ✗ Non-pharma career pivots
- ✗ Generalist corporate roles