Kolkata · West Bengal
NIRF Pharmacy
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National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research (NIPER) Kolkata is one of the seven NIPERs established under the Department of Pharmaceuticals, Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers, Government of India. Located in Kolkata, West Bengal, the institute was established in 2007 under the NIPER Act, 1998. NIPER Kolkata is a premier institution dedicated to pharmaceutical education and research, offering specialized postgraduate and doctoral programs in pharmaceutical sciences. The institute focuses on nurturing skilled professionals for the pharmaceutical industry and research organizations through advanced curriculum, state-of-the-art facilities, and industry collaborations. It aims to become a center of excellence in pharmaceutical education and research in Eastern India.
Programs
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Streams
1
covered
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Pharmacy
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Placements
2025 · avg across 7 programs
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Average CTC
₹5.8L
per year
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Placed
86%
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Cost of attendance
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Total over 3 years
₹7.2L
₹2.4L per year
M.S. (Pharm.) in Pharmaceutical Analysis
pg · 24m · 10 seats
M.S. (Pharm.) in Pharmacology and Toxicology
pg · 24m · 10 seats
Diagnoses and treats illness; the MBBS-to-specialist pathway.
95/100
India demand
Entry
₹5L – ₹15L
Senior
₹30L – ₹120L
Frontline patient care — B.Sc Nursing opens doors to India, Gulf, UK, and Australian hospitals.
90/100
India demand
Entry
₹2.5L – ₹6L
Senior
₹15L – ₹35L
School teaching or university faculty — B.Ed / B.El.Ed for schools, PhD for college posts.
80/100
India demand
Entry
₹3L – ₹7L
Senior
₹18L – ₹40L
Drug dispensing, clinical pharmacy, and pharmaceutical R&D — B.Pharm / Pharm.D entry.
75/100
India demand
Entry
₹3L – ₹7L
Senior
₹18L – ₹45L
Build and scale a venture from idea to product — high variance, high ownership, any-stream entry.
72/100
India demand
Entry
₹3L – ₹15L
Senior
₹60L – ₹300L
Mental health assessment and therapy — demand surged post-pandemic; M.Sc + RCI registration.
68/100
India demand
Entry
₹3L – ₹7L
Senior
₹18L – ₹50L
Yes, National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research Kolkata is recognised by the University Grants Commission.
National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research Kolkata is ranked #24 in the NIRF Pharmacy category in India's National Institutional Ranking Framework.
Yes, National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research Kolkata offers on-campus hostel accommodation for students enrolled in one or more of its programs.
Yes, National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research Kolkata offers scholarships across one or more of its programs. Eligibility and amounts vary by program; check the institution's official admissions page for specifics.
National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research Kolkata offers 7 programs across 1 stream (Medical & Allied Health).
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Aggregated rating
3.8/5
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NIPER Kolkata is generally well-regarded for pharmaceutical education with decent placements in the pharma sector. Students appreciate the affordable fees and research opportunities, though some note infrastructure limitations compared to older NIPERs like Mohali or Hyderabad.
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NIPER Kolkata
niperkolkata.edu.in · 24/5/2026