PUSHPENDRA COLLEGE OF PHARMACY AMBIKAPUR

Pushpendra College of Pharmacy, located in the serene environment of Ambikapur, Surguja, continues to be a pivotal institution for pharmaceutical education in North Chhattisgarh. In 2026, the college remains committed to providing quality healthcare education to the tribal and rural heartlands of the state.

The college is primarily known for its undergraduate and diploma programs that cater to the growing demand for pharmacists in the Surguja division. The 2026 academic session highlights the following:

• Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm): A 4-year comprehensive degree focusing on drug synthesis, analysis, and clinical pharmacy.
• Diploma in Pharmacy (D.Pharm): A 2-year program designed for students aiming to enter the retail and hospital pharmacy sectors quickly.

Both programs emphasize practical training in state-of-the-art laboratories and mandatory hospital internships in local government and private hospitals in Ambikapur.

Admission for the 2026 session is primarily merit-based, conducted through state-level counseling. Key details include:

• Entrance Exam: B.Pharm admissions are largely based on the CG PPHT (Chhattisgarh Pre-Pharmacy Test) 2026 scores.
• Counseling Authority: Directorate of Technical Education (DTE), Raipur.
• D.Pharm Admission: Based on 12th-grade marks in Science (PCB/PCM) via the state-level merit list.

Tentative Dates 2026:

• CG PPHT Application Starts: March 2026
• CG PPHT Exam Date: May 2026
• Counselling Registration: June - July 2026

Note: Check exact dates on the official exam and college websites.

Note: These are approximate figures based on past trends, not official cutoffs. Check the latest official counselling cutoff before applying.

The cutoff for 2026 varies based on category and seat availability. For the General category, a rank within the top 2,500 in CG PPHT is usually required for B.Pharm. For D.Pharm, students with more than 65% in their 10+2 (Science) have a high probability of securing a seat during the first or second round of DTE counseling.

Note: Placement figures are indicative and not taken from the official placement report of the college. Please confirm with the college.

The placement drive for the 2025 batch saw a steady rise in recruiters. The local healthcare ecosystem in Ambikapur and nearby Bilaspur remains the primary employer.

• Average Package: INR 2.8 LPA
• Highest Package: INR 4.5 LPA
• Top Recruiters: Local pharmaceutical distributors, Apollo Pharmacy, Wellness Forever, and regional hospitals.
• Roles Offered: Medical Representative, Hospital Pharmacist, Quality Control Assistant, and Retail Pharmacist.

The college facilitates several scholarship schemes to support students from diverse socio-economic backgrounds:

• Post-Matric Scholarship: For SC/ST and OBC students as per Chhattisgarh State Government norms.
• Mukhyamantri Medhavi Vidyarthi Yojana: For meritorious students who excel in their board exams.
• Minority Scholarships: Available for eligible students through the National Scholarship Portal (NSP).

The most sought-after course is the B.Pharm due to its wider career scope in manufacturing and research. The D.Pharm course is highly popular among students looking to start their own community pharmacies in rural areas of Chhattisgarh.

Note: Fees are subject to change based on the Chhattisgarh Fee Regulatory Committee guidelines.

1. Appear for the CG PPHT 2026 entrance exam.
2. Register for DTE Chhattisgarh online counseling once results are declared.
3. Select Pushpendra College of Pharmacy as your preferred choice during the choice filling process.
4. Upon allotment, visit the college campus for document verification and fee payment.
5. Direct admissions for vacant seats (if any) are conducted at the college level as per DTE guidelines.

The campus is equipped with modern facilities designed for pharmaceutical training:

• Laboratories: Specialized labs for Pharmaceutics, Pharmacognosy, and Pharmaceutical Chemistry.
• Library: A collection of over 5,000 books and access to e-journals.
• Medicinal Garden: Contains various indigenous medicinal plants relevant to the Surguja region.
• Hostel: Separate residential facilities for boys and girls with basic amenities.

• Department of Pharmaceutics
• Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry
• Department of Pharmacology
• Department of Pharmacognosy
• Department of Pharmacy Practice