NIRF #74 in Pharmacy · 3-Year Full-Time Research
Ph.D. in Pharmaceutical Sciences
Guru Nanak Institute of Pharmaceutical Science and Technology, Kolkata
Key numbers
NIRF Pharmacy Rank
#74
Cohort Size
10 Scholars
Placement Rate '25
50%
Average CTC
₹5.5 LPA
Investment
₹3.0L total
~₹1.0L per year
- Year 1 Tuition₹1,00,000
- Year 2 Tuition₹1,00,000
- Year 3 Tuition₹1,00,000
Are you eligible?
Minimum Qualification
You need a completed M.Pharm degree to apply.
Entrance exams
Placement · 2025
Where graduates land
Placement rate
50%
Top recruiters
3-Year Research Roadmap
Year +0
Coursework & Seminars
Build your base with Research Methodology, Advanced Pharmaceutical Sciences, and review presentations.
Year +1
Original Research & Publications
Run experiments, file patents, and publish work that pushes your thesis forward.
Year +2
Thesis Submission & Viva
Wrap up your dissertation and defend your research in the final viva.
Campus Perks Unlocked
Hostel accommodation and scholarship support are both available, so you can stay focused on your research instead of stressing over rent and bills.
The verdict
Worth considering
This Ph.D. is a low-cost, research-heavy route into academia, CSIR labs, and pharma R&D. The ₹3L total fee and scholarship support make it budget-friendly. But with only 10 seats and a 50% placement rate, it’s best for students who already have a clear research roadmap and aren't relying on a guaranteed corporate safety net.
Matches what you said
- ✓ Academia & Teaching
- ✓ CSIR/Regulatory Research
- ✓ Budget-Friendly PhD
Doesn't match
- ✗ Guaranteed Corporate Placement
- ✗ Large Peer Network
- ✗ Immediate High Salary