Haldia Institute of Pharmacy (HIP), located in Kolkata, West Bengal, is a private institution established in 2018 by the Indian Centre for Advancement of Research and Education (ICARE). The institute is approved by the Pharmacy Council of India (PCI) and the Directorate of Medical Education (DME), Kolkata, and is affiliated with the West Bengal University of Health Sciences (WBUHS) and the State Medical Faculty of West Bengal (SMFWB). HIP offers BPharm and DPharm programs, with an annual intake of ~100 seats for BPharm and ~60 seats for DPharm. The campus is known for its placement support, with recruiters like Apollo Pharmacy, Cipla, and Netmeds regularly hiring graduates.
Haldia Institute of Pharmacy- [HIP] Admission Deadlines
Admissions at HIP Kolkata typically open in April and continue through June each year, aligning with the WBJEE and state counseling schedules. The application window for 2025 is expected to be from April–June 2025. Counseling for BPharm generally follows the WBJEE results, while DPharm admissions are based on merit in the qualifying exam. Application deadlines may vary slightly each year, so candidates should check the official website for updates.
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Event |
Dates (2025) |
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Application Start (UG/PG) |
April 2025 |
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Application End (UG/PG) |
June 2025 |
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WBJEE Exam (for BPharm) |
April 2025 |
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WBJEE Result Declaration |
May 2025 |
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Counseling (BPharm) |
May–June 2025 |
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DPharm Merit List Release |
June 2025 |
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Session Commencement |
July–August 2025 |
Haldia Institute of Pharmacy- [HIP] UG Admission
HIP Kolkata offers undergraduate programs in Bachelor of Pharmacy (BPharm) and Diploma in Pharmacy (DPharm). BPharm admissions are primarily through the WBJEE entrance exam, with typical cutoffs ranging from WBJEE 85–92 percentile (2024). The DPharm program admits students based on merit in 10+2 with a minimum of 45% aggregate marks. The annual intake is approximately 100 seats for BPharm and 60 seats for DPharm. The total fees for BPharm are around INR 3.8–4 Lakh for the full course, and for DPharm, about INR 1.7–1.8 Lakh.
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Course |
Duration |
Seats |
Eligibility |
Selection Criteria |
Total Fees (INR) |
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BPharm |
4 Years |
~100 |
10+2 (45% in PCM/PCB) |
WBJEE Score + Counseling |
3.8–4 Lakh |
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DPharm |
2 Years |
~60 |
10+2 (45% in PCM/PCB) |
Merit in Qualifying Exam |
1.7–1.8 Lakh |
Haldia Institute of Pharmacy- [HIP] PG Admission
HIP Kolkata has introduced postgraduate options such as MPharm in specializations like Pharmaceutics, Pharmacology, Pharmaceutical Chemistry, and Pharmaceutical Analysis. The typical duration is 2 years, with eligibility requiring a BPharm degree (minimum 55% aggregate). Admissions are based on merit and/or valid GPAT scores if applicable. The annual intake per specialization is usually 12–18 seats, and total fees are in the range of INR 2–2.5 Lakh for the full course.
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Course |
Specializations |
Duration |
Seats |
Eligibility |
Selection Criteria |
Total Fees (INR) |
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MPharm |
Pharmaceutics, Pharmacology, Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Analysis |
2 Years |
12–18 per branch |
BPharm (55%) |
Merit/GPAT Score |
2–2.5 Lakh |
Haldia Institute of Pharmacy- [HIP] PhD Admission
PhD programs in pharmacy and related disciplines are emerging at HIP Kolkata, with admission typically based on a postgraduate degree (MPharm or equivalent) and a valid entrance test/interview. The number of seats is highly limited, often 2–4 per guide, and the total duration is 3–5 years. Fee details and intake for 2025 are NA as the program is newly introduced and may be subject to regulatory approval.
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Course |
Duration |
Seats |
Eligibility |
Selection Criteria |
Total Fees (INR) |
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PhD (Pharmacy) |
3–5 Years |
2–4 per guide |
MPharm or equivalent |
Entrance Test + Interview |
NA |
Haldia Institute of Pharmacy- [HIP] Application Process
Applicants to HIP Kolkata must apply online via the official portal, with an application fee of INR 1,000–1,200. For BPharm, candidates must register for WBJEE and participate in state counseling. DPharm and MPharm applications are direct to the institute or through state-level merit lists. Required documents include mark sheets, entrance exam scores, and ID proof. Shortlisted candidates are notified via email or the portal for further counseling or admission steps.
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Register on the official HIP Kolkata admission portal.
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Fill out the application form with accurate academic and personal details.
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Upload required documents (mark sheets, entrance exam scorecards, photo ID).
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Pay the application fee online (INR 1,000–1,200).
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For BPharm, register and appear for WBJEE, then participate in counseling.
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Track application status and attend counseling/document verification as notified.
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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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Key Exams |
WBJEE (BPharm), GPAT (MPharm, if applicable) |
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Required Documents |
10th & 12th Mark Sheets, Entrance Scorecard, Photo ID, Passport Photo |
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Counseling |
State-level (BPharm), Institute-level (DPharm/MPharm) |
