Updated On Date: Sep 09, 2025

Pharmacy NIRF Ranking 2025

PHARMACY BY NIRF RANKING 2025

Pharmacy education in India has grown significantly over the years, with institutions offering cutting-edge research opportunities, advanced curricula, and excellent placement prospects. The National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF), established by the Ministry of Education, Government of India, annually evaluates and ranks institutions across various disciplines, including pharmacy. The NIRF 2025 rankings provide valuable insights into the top pharmacy colleges in India, helping students make informed decisions about their academic and professional futures.

Overview: NIRF 2025 – Pharmacy Rankings

The National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) released its 2025 rankings, and in the Pharmacy category, the Top 10 institutions are

S.No

Name of the University/College

City

Rank

1.    

Jamia Hamdard

New Delhi

1st

2.    

Birla Institute of Technology & Science -Pilani

Pilani

2nd

3.    

Panjab University

Chandigarh

3rd

4.    

JSS College of Pharmacy

Ooty

4th

5.    

National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research Hyderabad

Hyderabad

5th

6.    

Institute of Chemical Technology

Mumbai

6th

7.    

JSS College of Pharmacy

Mysore

7th

8.    

Manipal College of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Manipal

Udupi

8th

9.    

National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research, Mohali

Mohali

9th

10. 

S.R.M. Institute of Science and Technology

Chennai

10th

Signature Pharmacy Programs at Leading Institutes (What You Can Study)

Jamia Hamdard, New Delhi

Signature Programs

  • B.Pharm (Honors) with integrated research modules.
  • M.Pharm in Pharmaceutical Analysis, Pharmacognosy, and Quality Assurance.
  • M.Sc. in Pharmacoinformatics – rare in Indian pharmacy schools.
  • Ph.D. in Pharmacy with research in nanotechnology, phytopharmaceuticals, and regulatory science.

BITS Pilani, Rajasthan

Signature Programs

  • M.Pharm + MBA (Integrated) – Dual focus on pharma and management.
  • M.Pharm in Pharmaceutics, Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Pharmacology, and Pharmacoinformatics.
  • Ph.D. in Pharmacy with strong industry collaboration (Sun Pharma, Novartis)

Panjab University, Chandigarh

Signature Programs

  • M.Pharm in Drug Discovery & Development.
  • B.Pharm + Research Project Module from 3rd year.
  • Certificate Courses in Clinical Research, Pharmacovigilance, and Regulatory Affairs.

JSS College of Pharmacy – Ooty & Mysuru

Signature Programs

  • Pharm.D & Pharm.D (Post Baccalaureate).
  • M.Pharm in Pharmacy Practice – ideal for clinical pharmacists.
  • Certificate Course in Clinical Pharmacokinetics (unique offering).
  • Dual Degree – M.Pharm + Ph.D. pathway for research careers.

Institute of Chemical Technology (ICT), Mumbai

Signature Programs

  • B.Tech in Pharmaceutical Chemistry & Technology – tech-heavy, industry-aligned.
  • M.Tech in Pharmaceutical Technology: Bioprocess / Chemical Technology.
  • Ph.D. in Drug Design, Process Chemistry, and Green Pharma.

NIPER (National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research)

Signature Programs

  • M.S. (Pharm) in Biotechnology, Medicinal Chemistry, Natural Products, Regulatory Toxicology.
  • MBA (Pharma Management) – offered at Mohali.
  • PG Diploma in Pharmacovigilance and Clinical Research.
  • Ph.D. in Pharmaceutical Sciences with specialization.

Manipal College of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Manipal

Signature Programs

  • B.Pharm (Practice) – for diploma holders.
  • M.Pharm in Clinical Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Marketing, Drug Regulatory Affairs.

SRM Institute of Science & Technology, Chennai

Signature Programs

  • B.Pharm + Integrated M.Pharm pathway.
  • M.Pharm in Pharmaceutical Technology and Quality Assurance.
  • Certification in Herbal Drug Technology.

Conclusion

The NIRF Pharmacy Rankings – 2025 reaffirm Jamia Hamdard's leadership in pharmaceutical education while spotlighting dynamic shifts: BITS Pilani rising, Panjab University making an impactful jump, and private universities steadily climbing the ranks.

NIRF continues to play a vital role in guiding decisions made by students and educators. While it provides structured data, it remains essential to interpret rankings alongside qualitative factors like research culture, faculty credentials, innovation, infrastructure, and graduate outcomes.

In essence, the 2025 Pharmacy rankings celebrate India’s top pharmacy institutions and echo a broader narrative—one of evolving excellence, rising competition, and transforming the landscape of pharmacy education across the nation.

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