Vivekanand Education Societys College of Pharmacy Admissions 2026-27 Dates, Appilcation Form, Process & Fee

Vivekanand Education Society’s College of Pharmacy (VESCOP), Chembur, Mumbai, is an autonomous institution affiliated with the University of Mumbai. Recognized as a premier pharmacy education hub, it offers undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs approved by the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) and the Pharmacy Council of India (PCI).

Admission Process

Admissions at VESCOP are conducted in a transparent, merit-based manner, primarily following the Centralized Admission Process (CAP) for professional courses in Maharashtra.

• Pharm (Bachelor of Pharmacy): Admission to the first year of the B.Pharm program is conducted through the CAP managed by the State Common Entrance Test Cell, Maharashtra. Candidates must appear for the MHT-CET or NEET examination and register on the state portal. Seats are allotted based on merit, preferences, and government-mandated reservation quotas.
• Pharm (Master of Pharmacy): Admissions are based on the candidate's performance in the GPAT (Graduate Pharmacy Aptitude Test).
• D. Programs: Admissions are conducted through a research-based selection process, including an interview and evaluation of the candidate's academic credentials and research proposal, in accordance with the rules of the University of Mumbai.

Eligibility Criteria

Prospective students must meet the following minimum requirements:

• Pharm: Candidates must have passed the 10+2 examination or equivalent with Physics and Chemistry as compulsory subjects, along with Mathematics or Biology, securing an aggregate of at least 45% (40% for reserved categories). A valid score in MHT-CET or NEET is mandatory.
• Pharm (Lateral Entry): Candidates must have passed the D.Pharm course from a recognized institute.
• Pharm: Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy (B.Pharm) with at least 55% aggregate marks (50% for SC/ST candidates) from a recognized university, along with a valid GPAT score.
• D.: A Master’s degree (M.Pharm) in the relevant stream with at least first-class marks. A valid GATE, GPAT, or PET score is required.

Important Dates (2026 Cycle)

The following timeline summarizes key milestones for the 2026 academic year. Please note that these dates are subject to official notifications from the State CET Cell and the college.

(Note: Candidates are advised to monitor the official VESCOP website and the State CET Cell portal regularly, as schedules may shift based on government directives.)

Application Fees and Process

The application process for most programs is initiated through the official state portal or the college’s online admission portal.

• Fees: While tuition fees vary by program (e.g., B.Pharm tuition fees range from approximately INR 5,80,000 to INR 7,39,132 for the entire duration), the specific application/registration fee should be confirmed via the official portal during the application phase.
• Submission: For programs where college-level forms are required, candidates must visit the campus or the digital portal to fill out the form, attach the necessary documents, and submit the fee through approved digital payment modes.

Required Documents

At the time of document verification, candidates must produce the following original documents along with multiple self-attested copies:

• Class 10th and 12th Mark Sheets/Certificates.
• Graduation/Post-Graduation mark sheets (for PG/PhD admissions).
• Entrance Exam Scorecard (MHT-CET, NEET, or GPAT).
• Transfer Certificate (TC) / School Leaving Certificate.
• Caste and Validity Certificates (if applying under a reserved category).
• Income Certificate (for scholarship/fee reimbursement applicants).
• Aadhaar Card and recent passport-size photographs.
• Migration Certificate (if applicable).