GITAM School of Pharmacy, Visakhapatnam is a private institution established in 2006 in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh. Affiliated with GITAM (Deemed to be University), it is approved by the Pharmacy Council of India and accredited with a NAAC A++ grade. The campus enrolls ~800–1,000 students and offers 11 programs across undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral levels in pharmacy. Key offerings include the B.Pharm (4 years, ~120 seats), M.Pharm (2 years, multiple specializations), and PhD programs, with total fees ranging from INR 4.18–7.51 lakh depending on the program.
GITAM School of Pharmacy, Visakhapatnam Admission Deadlines
Admissions at GITAM School of Pharmacy, Visakhapatnam typically open in December with the GITAM GAT application window and close by June of the following year. The GAT exam is usually conducted in June, and counseling or seat allotment follows soon after. For the 2026 cycle, registration is expected to start in December 2025 and end by June 2026. Candidates are advised to check the official portal for the latest updates each year.
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Event |
UG (B.Pharm) |
PG (M.Pharm) |
PhD |
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Application Start |
Dec 2025 (Tentative) |
Dec 2025 (Tentative) |
April–May 2026 (Tentative) |
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Application End |
June 2026 (Tentative) |
June 2026 (Tentative) |
June 2026 (Tentative) |
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Entrance Exam (GAT) |
June 2026 (Tentative) |
June 2026 (Tentative) |
July 2026 (Tentative) |
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Counseling/Admission |
June–July 2026 |
June–July 2026 |
July–August 2026 |
GITAM School of Pharmacy, Visakhapatnam UG Admission
The flagship undergraduate program is the Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm), a 4-year course with an annual intake of ~120 seats. Admission is based on GITAM GAT scores, with applications typically open from December to June. The total fee for B.Pharm is approximately INR 7.51 lakh for the full duration. Applicants must have completed 10+2 with at least 50% aggregate in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics/Biology from a recognized board.
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Program |
Duration |
Seats |
Eligibility |
Entrance Exam |
Total Fees (INR) |
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B.Pharm |
4 years |
~120 |
10+2 (PCM/B), 50%+ |
GITAM GAT |
7.51 lakh |
GITAM School of Pharmacy, Visakhapatnam PG Admission
Postgraduate admissions include M.Pharm programs in specializations such as Pharmaceutics, Pharmaceutical Analysis, Pharmacology, and Pharmaceutical Chemistry. Each M.Pharm specialization is a 2-year program with an intake of ~12–18 seats per specialization. Admission is based on B.Pharm degree (min 50%) and GITAM GAT performance. The total fee for M.Pharm is around INR 4.18 lakh.
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Program |
Specializations |
Duration |
Seats |
Eligibility |
Entrance Exam |
Total Fees (INR) |
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M.Pharm |
Pharmaceutics, Pharmaceutical Analysis, Pharmacology, Pharmaceutical Chemistry |
2 years |
~12–18/specialization |
B.Pharm, 50%+ |
GITAM GAT |
4.18 lakh |
GITAM School of Pharmacy, Visakhapatnam PhD Admission
The doctoral program at GITAM School of Pharmacy, Visakhapatnam offers both full-time (3 years) and part-time (4 years) PhD options in Pharmacy. Eligibility requires a Master’s degree in Pharmacy (M.Pharm) in a relevant specialization. Selection is based on an entrance test and interview, typically held in July. The number of seats is limited and varies by department and faculty availability. Fee details are typically provided during the admission process; the range is approximately INR 90,000–1.5 lakh per year.
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Program |
Duration |
Seats |
Eligibility |
Selection Process |
Fees (INR) |
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PhD (Full-time) |
3 years |
NA |
M.Pharm (relevant discipline) |
Entrance Test + Interview |
90,000–1.5 lakh/year |
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PhD (Part-time) |
4 years |
NA |
M.Pharm (relevant discipline) |
Entrance Test + Interview |
90,000–1.5 lakh/year |
GITAM School of Pharmacy, Visakhapatnam Application Process
Applications for all programs are accepted online via the official GITAM portal, with an application fee of INR 1,000–1,200 depending on the program and applicant category. The process involves registration, form filling, document upload, payment, and scheduling of the GITAM GAT entrance test. Candidates are encouraged to apply early, as scholarships (up to 100% tuition waiver for top performers) are often awarded on a merit basis during initial rounds.
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Online application through GITAM official website
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Payment of application fee (INR 1,000–1,200)
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Upload required documents (marksheets, ID, photo, etc.)
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Appear for GITAM GAT (UG/PG/PhD as applicable)
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Participate in counseling/interview (if shortlisted)
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Confirm admission and pay initial fees
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Step |
Details |
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Application Mode |
Online |
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Application Fee |
INR 1,000–1,200 |
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Documents Required |
10th & 12th marksheets, degree certificates (PG/PhD), photo, ID proof |
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Selection Criteria |
GITAM GAT score, academic merit, interview (for PhD) |
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Scholarships |
Merit-based (up to 100% tuition waiver), need-based, sports, employee children |
