The Pharmacy Council of India (PCI), in collaboration with the Quality Council of India (QCI), has initiated an optional ranking and rating mechanism for pharmacy colleges across India. This initiative aims to foster continuous improvement in the quality of pharmacy education and provide a valuable guide for students seeking admission to quality institutions.
The registration and accreditation process by QCI is purely optional and directory in nature, intended for institutions committed to enhancing the overall quality standards of pharmacy education in the country. Only institutes approved under Section 12 of the Pharmacy Act, 1948, are eligible to participate.
These circulars supersede the prior circulars dated June 14, 2025.
Regular updates and additional details about the process will be shared on the NABET website.
Below are the specific details for institutions offering Undergraduate (UG) and Diploma in Pharmacy (D.Pharm) programs:
For Undergraduate (UG) Pharmacy Programs
The registration process for UG programs commenced on May 26, 2025 through the registration link and on payment of one-time registration fee of ₹1,00,000/- plus GST, payable to QCI through online mode.
Key Dates for UG Programs
- Registration on QCI Portal: May 26, 2025 – June 30, 2025
- Application Filling/Submission Process: June 23, 2025 – August 8, 2025
- Training of Assessors and Colleges: June 23, 2025 – August 8, 2025
- Desktop Review: June 23, 2025 – August 22, 2025
- Onsite Visit: From September 8, 2025 onwards
For further inquiries regarding UG programs, institutions may contact:
- Name: Mr. Nikhil Relia
- Designation: Deputy Director
- Mobile: +91-93114 12846
- Email: pciugsupport@qcin.org
For Diploma in Pharmacy (D.Pharm) Programs
The process of Ranking and Rating for D.Pharm programs will commence with registration on June 30, 2025 through the registration link and on one-time payment of registration fee of ₹50,000/- plus GST, payable to QCI through online mode.
Key Dates for D.Pharm Programs
- Registration on QCI Portal: June 23, 2025 Onwards
- Application Filling/Submission: July 7, 2025 – August 30, 2025
- Training of Assessors and Colleges: July 15, 2025 – August 30, 2025
- Desktop Review: July 15, 2025 – September 7, 2025
- Onsite Visit: September 8, 2025 onwards
For any queries or clarifications concerning D.Pharm programs, institutions may contact:
- Name: Mr. Ranvijay Bihari
- Designation: Joint Director
- Mobile: +91-9311412847
- Email: pcidiplomasupport@qcin.org
This initiative is expected to provide a clear and transparent mechanism for evaluating and recognizing the quality of pharmacy education, benefiting both educational institutions and aspiring pharmacy students across India.
