Which are the best colleges in India for pharmacy like Dnyaan Prasad Global University (DPGU)'s School of Pharmacy and Research (SPR)?

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• Qualifying Examination: Candidates must have passed the Class 12 (Higher Secondary Certificate - HSC) examination or an equivalent examination from a recognized central or state board.
• Compulsory Subjects: The candidate must have studied Physics and Chemistry as compulsory subjects, along with one of the following optional subjects:
  • Mathematics (PCM stream)
  • Biology (PCB stream)
  • Biotechnology
  • Computer Science
• Minimum Marks: A minimum aggregate of 45% marks in the above-mentioned subjects taken together is required for general category candidates. For candidates belonging to reserved categories (SC/ST) from Maharashtra state, the minimum requirement is 40% marks.
• English as a Subject: English must have been one of the subjects in the Class 12 examination.
• Age Limit: The candidate should be at least 17 years old on or before December 31st of the year of admission. 

• MHT-CET (Maharashtra Common Entrance Test)
• NEET (National Eligibility cum Entrance Test)
• PERA CET 

• Diploma in Pharmacy: Must have passed a two-year Diploma in Pharmacy (D.Pharm) program from an institution approved by the Pharmacy Council of India (PCI) and recognized by a central/state government.
• Minimum Marks (Diploma): At least 50% aggregate marks in the diploma program (45% for SC/ST category candidates).

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• Rankings: According to NIRF 2025 rankings, it was placed #35 in India, the second-highest in Pune.
• Programs: Provides programs for B.Pharm, M.Pharm, and Pharm.D.
• Accreditation: The institution has been accredited with an A++ Grade by NAAC. 

• Rankings: Ranked #72 nationally in 2024 by NIRF.
• Programs: Offers undergraduate and postgraduate programs focusing on innovation and ethics.
• Placements: Maintains a solid placement record with companies like Zydus Cadila, Glenmark, and Novartis recruiting graduates. 

• Rankings: Frequently appears in top college lists for Pune, with a NIRF 2024 ranking of #99 nationally.
• Infrastructure: Praised for its well-maintained campus and infrastructure.
• Admissions: Admission is based on scores from entrance exams like NEET and MHT-CET. 

• Rankings: Placed among the top 100 pharmacy colleges in India by NIRF 2024.
• Admissions: The college accepts MHT-CET scores for admission. 

• Accreditation: Ensure the college is approved by the Pharmacy Council of India (PCI).
• Placement record: Check the track record and companies that recruit from the campus.
• Research opportunities: If you have an interest in research, explore the college's focus on research and development.
• Industry tie-ups: Colleges with strong industry collaborations can offer better practical exposure and internships.

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• Institute of Chemical Technology (ICT), Mumbai: Often considered the No. 1 pharmacy college in the state, it is a publicly funded institution known for its strong academic framework and good placements.
• Dr. D.Y. Patil School of Pharmacy and Research (DPGU): As you noted, this institute is a highly-regarded private college. It has consistently ranked in the top 50 in India for several years, securing rank #35 in the 2025 NIRF rankings.
• Poona College of Pharmacy and Bombay College of Pharmacy: These are among the top private and government-aided institutions, respectively, known for their quality education and industry tie-ups.
• Admissions: Admission to most top colleges is primarily through state-level entrance exams like the MHT-CET, or national exams such as NEET and GPAT (for M.Pharm).