Master of Pharmacy in Pharmaceutical Chemistry
Duration2 Years
Course Fee2.85 Lakhs
EligibilityGraduation
The Master of Pharmacy (M. Pharm) in Pharmaceutical Chemistry is a two-year postgraduate programme focused on the study of drug design, synthesis, analysis, and development from a chemical perspective.
The course focuses on in-depth knowledge to develop a deep understanding of medicinal chemistry, organic synthesis of drug molecules, structure-activity relationships (SAR), analytical techniques, and regulatory aspects of pharmaceutical compounds. Students are equipped to perform their best in pharmaceutical R&D, quality assurance, regulatory affairs, chemical manufacturing, academia, and further doctoral-level research.
Programme Specific Outcomes (PSO)
PSO 01
Graduate will acquire advance knowledge in lead identification, biological target strategies, retrosynthesis, peptidomimetics, green chemistry including modern analytical techniques and In-silico virtual screening to design receptor based drug molecules.
PSO 02
Graduates are capable of synthesizing, developing and characterizing new synthetic drug with impurity profiling through cost effective and environmental sustainable techniques.
PSO 03
Students will able to do research independently in the field of pharmaceutical, biomaterial chemistry, quality control & quality assurance analyst and update the knowledge through higher education.
Program Educational Objectives (PEOs)
Chemical & Analytical Expertise
Demonstrate advanced knowledge of medicinal chemistry, organic synthesis, and analytical techniques for drug discovery and development.
Innovative Research Skills
Conduct independent research in designing and synthesizing novel chemical entities with therapeutic potential.
Quality & Regulatory Adherence
Apply quality control, Good Laboratory Practices (GLP), and regulatory standards in drug design and testing.
Leadership & Collaboration
Exhibit leadership and teamwork in academic, industrial, and interdisciplinary research environments.
Ethical Practice & Lifelong Learning
Uphold ethical standards in pharmaceutical research and commit to continuous learning to adapt to emerging trends in drug chemistry.
Programme Outcomes (PO)
Apply the advance & recent knowledge acquired through experiential learning of pharmaceutical sciences to create newer technology and skills of drug development, clinical evaluation & regulation.
Able to plan the research methodologies, optimize the experimental techniques and resources to make evidence based recommendations.
Able to identify gaps in drug therapy and analyzing it critically for innovative drug development.
Develop the research capability to design patient specific and targeted drug therapy.
Demonstrate the skills to lead interdisciplinary team and collaborate to implement patient centred healthcare.
Applying the knowledge of ethical practices and human values as professional pharmacist in hospital, industrial or institutional setups.
Able to deliver successful demonstrations, documentation, advice, and counselling by effectively & empathetically communicating to pharmaceutical community and society.
Demonstrate the ability to identify ethical issues & resolving the conflicts with sound decisions & human values.
Able to learn, select, apply and create advance techniques like high throughput screening, computational modelling, bioinformatics (genomics, proteomics, metabolomics) for drug design & optimization.
Understand and apply the principal of environment protection and sustainability in pharmaceutical production, and drug disposal.
Understand the need to enhance the knowledge & skills to engage in life long learnings and applying it for advanced pharma therapy.
Curriculum Details
| Course Code | Course | Credit Hours | Credit Points | Hrs./w | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MPC101T | Modern Pharmaceutical Analytical Techniques | 4 | 4 | 4 | 100 |
| MPC1012T | Advanced Organic Chemistry -I | 4 | 4 | 4 | 100 |
| MPC103T | Advanced Medicinal Chemistry | 4 | 4 | 4 | 100 |
| MPC104T | Chemistry of Natural Products | 4 | 4 | 4 | 100 |
| MPC105P | Pharmaceutical Chemistry Practical I | 12 | 6 | 12 | 150 |
| Seminar/Assignment | 7 | 4 | 7 | 100 | |
| Total | 35 | 26 | 35 | 650 |
| Course Code | Course | Credit Hours | Credit Points | Hrs./w | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MPC201T | Advanced Spectral Analysis | 4 | 4 | 4 | 100 |
| MPC202T | Advanced Organic Chemistry -II | 4 | 4 | 4 | 100 |
| MPC203T | Computer Aided Drug Design | 4 | 4 | 4 | 100 |
| MPC204T | Pharmaceutical Process Chemistry | 4 | 4 | 4 | 100 |
| MPC205P | Pharmaceutical Chemistry Practical II | 12 | 6 | 12 | 150 |
| Seminar/Assignment | 7 | 4 | 7 | 100 | |
| Total | 35 | 26 | 35 | 650 |
| Course Code | Name of the Course | Credit Hours | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| MRM 301T | Research Methodology and Biostatistics* | 4 | 4 |
| - | Journal Club | 1 | 1 |
| - | Discussion / Presentation (Proposal Presentation) | 2 | 2 |
| - | Research Work | 28 | 14 |
| Total | 35 | 21 |
| Course Code | Name of the Course | Credit Hours | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| - | Journal Club | 1 | 1 |
| - | Research Work | 31 | 16 |
| - | Discussion / Final Presentation | 3 | 3 |
| Total | 35 | 20 |
Career Path
Pharmaceutical & Biotech Industry
- Medicinal Chemist / Drug Discovery Scientist – Designing and synthesizing new drug molecules.
- Process Development Scientist – Developing cost-effective synthetic processes for commercial production.
- Analytical Chemist – Using advanced techniques (HPLC, LC-MS, NMR, GC, etc.) for drug analysis.
- Research & Development (R&D) – Involved in pre-clinical drug development and formulation support.
- Quality Control (QC) & Quality Assurance (QA) – Ensuring purity, safety, and regulatory compliance of APIs and formulations.
- Regulatory Affairs Specialist – Documentation and regulatory submissions related to chemistry/manufacturing data.
Contract Research Organizations (CROs) & Chemical Industries
- Synthetic Chemist – Developing intermediates and APIs.
- Bioanalytical Scientist – Conducting bioequivalence and bioavailability studies.
- Toxicology & Metabolism Studies – Supporting safety evaluation of new compounds.
Academia & Research
- Teaching Faculty – Lecturer/Assistant Professor in pharmacy or chemistry departments.
- Ph.D. in Pharmaceutical / Medicinal Chemistry – Leading to advanced research positions.
- Postdoctoral Research (India/Abroad) – Specialization in computational chemistry, natural product chemistry, or drug design.
Government & Public Sector
- Drug Inspector / Government Analyst – After qualifying competitive exams.
- Scientist / Research Officer in Government Labs – CSIR, CDRI, IICT, NIPER, ICMR, DRDO, etc.
- Forensic Science Labs – Chemical and toxicological analysis in criminal investigations.
Entrepreneurship & Consulting
- API Manufacturing Unit – Producing bulk drugs and intermediates.
- Analytical Testing Labs – Offering services in drug analysis and validation.
- Consultant / Scientific Advisor – For pharma and chemical industries.
Global Career Opportunities
- Pharmaceutical & Biotech R&D Abroad – Especially in USA, Canada, Europe, Japan.
- Specialized Roles – Computational drug design, cheminformatics, structural biology.
- Certification/Licensing (optional depending on career track):
- USA – NAPLEX (if shifting toward pharmacy practice)
- Research-focused roles – GRE/TOEFL + Ph.D. or postdoc abroad
Global Career Opportunities
- Computational Chemistry & Molecular Modeling – In silico drug design.
- Green Chemistry & Sustainable Synthesis – Environment-friendly drug manufacturing.
- Biologics & Biosimilars Analytical Support – Characterization of proteins and peptides.
- Nanomedicine Chemistry – Designing nanocarriers and prodrugs.
- Chemical Biology & Target Validation – Linking chemistry to biological targets.
Fee Structure
Yearly
| 1st Year | 2nd Year |
|---|---|
| ₹1,60,000 | ₹1,25,000 |
Semester Wise
| 1st Sem | 2nd Sem | 3rd Sem | 4th Sem |
|---|---|---|---|
| ₹97,500 | ₹62,500 | ₹62,500 | ₹62,500 |
Admission Process
Complete the Application
Appear for Entrance test and interview
Get shortlisted and Received the offer letter
Master of Pharmacy in Pharmaceutical Chemistry Admission Requirement
For National Students:
Students should be passed in the following examinations
- B. Pharm Degree examination of an Indian university established by law in India from an institution approved by Pharmacy Council of India and has scored not less than 55 % of the maximum marks (aggregate of 4 years of B. Pharm.)
- Every student, selected for admission to post graduate pharmacy program in any PCI approved institution should have obtained registration with the State Pharmacy Council or should obtain the same within one month from the date of his/her admission, failing which the admission of the candidate shall be cancelled.
Note: It is mandatory to submit a migration certificate obtained from the respective university where the candidate had passed his/her qualifying degree (B. Pharm)
For International Students:
International students must possess a minimum 55% in equivalent examinations (equivalent to B. Pharmacy regulated by Pharmacy council of India, India) and AIU norms.
Frequently Asked Questions
It is a postgraduate program focusing on medicinal chemistry, drug design, and synthesis of pharmaceutical compounds.
The program usually takes 2 years.
A B-Pharmacy degree with required percentage (usually 50% or above).
Organic chemistry, analytical techniques, medicinal chemistry, and computational chemistry.
Medicinal chemist, analytical scientist, quality assurance, R&D, and academics.
Drug discovery, synthesis of new chemical entities, and structure-activity relationship studies.
Yes, extensive lab work is a key component of this specialization.
Yes, they can work in pharmaceutical as well as chemical industries.
Yes, students can pursue higher research opportunities in chemistry-related areas.
Salaries range from INR 3.5–7 LPA depending on the role and experience.
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