Goa College of Pharmacy

Goa College of Pharmacy (GCP) is a government-run pharmacy institution located in Panaji, the capital city of Goa. Established in 1963, it is one of the oldest pharmacy colleges in India and remains the only government pharmacy college in the state of Goa. The institution is affiliated with Goa University and operates under the Directorate of Higher Education, Government of Goa. GCP offers undergraduate and postgraduate programs in pharmaceutical sciences, with its B.Pharm program being the flagship course that has produced generations of pharmacy professionals for Goa and beyond. The college maintains a focus on providing affordable pharmacy education to students, particularly those from Goa, with a significant portion of seats reserved for state quota candidates. Despite its long history and government backing, the institution has faced challenges in modernizing its infrastructure and placement services compared to private counterparts. The college is situated in the heart of Panaji, providing students access to Goa's emerging pharmaceutical and healthcare sector, though students often seek opportunities outside the state for advanced career prospects.