Institute of Pharmacy & Technology (IPT), Salipur near Cuttack, Odisha, holds key accreditations as Odisha's first pharmacy institute with NBA and NAAC credentials, though it lacks major national rankings like NIRF. Established in 1982, IPT emphasizes academic excellence over formal rankings, with approvals from PCI, AICTE, UGC, and Odisha government.
IPT's B.Pharm program earned NBA accreditation from September 25, 2017, to June 30, 2024, marking it as the first pharmacy institute in Odisha to achieve this program-specific recognition for quality. The institute received NAAC accreditation on October 20, 2021, with a CGPA of 2.65/4 (Grade B), valid until October 19, 2026, reflecting strengths in teaching, infrastructure, and research. These accreditations ensure PCI compliance for all programs (B.Pharm, M.Pharm, D.Pharm) and alignment with national standards.
Approved by Pharmacy Council of India (PCI) since inception for diploma, later B.Pharm (1995) and M.Pharm; AICTE for technical courses; UGC recognition; and Government of Odisha affiliation. Affiliated to Odisha University of Health Sciences (OUHS) since 2023 (previously BPUT till 2022-23), IPT is listed among Odisha's top pharmacy colleges for 43 years of service. No NIRF ranking recorded, but student reviews rate it 3.47/5 overall on platforms like Shiksha, with 3.88/5 for faculty.
Some educational aggregates 214 reviews at 2.8/5 overall: Placements 2.7/5, Infrastructure 3.2/5, Faculty 3.2/5, Campus Life 2.2/5, Value for Money 2.6/5. Uniranks assigns a global score of 13.88, positioning it as a regional leader in practical pharma training.
IPT celebrates academic toppers: Consecutive third-year BPUT toppers, GPAT/NIPER achievers in 2025/2026, and B.Pharm toppers over 5 years, highlighting student excellence. Hosts state-level seminars (e.g., November 23, 2017) and maintains ragging-free, NBA-accredited status. Recognized for research, with faculty publications and industry ties, though no specific national awards listed.
No formal international rankings (QS, THE, ARWU); Uniranks global rank ~22,289 reflects modest visibility, focused on Odisha pharma education. NAAC and NBA enhance global employability for alumni in pharma firms like Cipla, Sun Pharma.
As Odisha's pioneering pharmacy institute (since 1982), IPT nurtures 500+ students annually, with 220 seats across programs; NBA expiry prompts renewal efforts. These recognitions bolster admissions via OJEE, scholarships (Prerana, Medhabruti), and placements (median INR 3-3.2 LPA). For updates, visit iptsalipur.org.
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