SIMS COLLEGE OF PHARMACY

SIMS College of Pharmacy, located in Meerut, Uttar Pradesh, stands as a premier institution dedicated to pharmaceutical education. Affiliated with Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University (AKTU) and BTEUP, the college is approved by the Pharmacy Council of India (PCI). In 2026, the college continues to bridge the gap between academic learning and industrial requirements in the NCR region.

The college offers specialized programs that cater to the evolving healthcare sector. In 2026, the following programs remain the most sought-after:

• Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm): A 4-year undergraduate degree focusing on drug synthesis, analysis, and dosage form design.
• Diploma in Pharmacy (D.Pharm): A 2-year program designed for students aiming to start their career as retail or hospital pharmacists.
• Lateral Entry B.Pharm: For diploma holders seeking direct admission into the second year of the degree program.

Admission for the 2026 academic session is primarily based on entrance examination scores and merit. The college participates in the state-level counseling process.

• Entrance Exam: Admission to B.Pharm is conducted through CUET UG 2026 scores.
• Direct Admission: A limited number of seats are available under the Management Quota based on 10+2 marks (PCM/PCB).
• D.Pharm Admission: Based on the JEECUP 2026 merit list.

Key Dates (Tentative):

• CUET 2026 Registration: February - March 2026
• UPCET/CUET Result: June 2026
• Counseling Sessions: July - August 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 2026 cutoff for SIMS College of Pharmacy is determined by the number of applicants and the difficulty level of the CUET/UPCET exams. Expected opening and closing ranks for B.Pharm are:

Note: Ranks are based on AKTU counseling trends.

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

The 2025 placement season saw a significant rise in recruiters from the pharmaceutical hubs of Noida, Ghaziabad, and Baddi. The college has a dedicated Training and Placement Cell.

• Highest Package: INR 6.5 LPA
• Average Package: INR 3.2 LPA
• Top Recruiters: Mankind Pharma, Sun Pharma, Cipla, Arbro Pharmaceuticals, and Apollo Pharmacy.
• Placement Rate: Approximately 85% of eligible students secured positions in 2025.

To support meritorious and economically weaker students, the college facilitates several scholarship schemes in 2026:

• UP State Scholarship: Available for students belonging to SC/ST/OBC and General (EWS) categories through the Saksham portal.
• Merit Scholarship: Awarded by the Shanti Group to students securing top ranks in university examinations.
• National Scholarship Portal (NSP): Assistance for minority students and central government schemes.

The institution focuses on core pharmaceutical sciences. The B.Pharm program is the flagship course, known for its rigorous lab work. The D.Pharm course is highly popular among local students from Meerut and Muzaffarnagar who wish to establish their own retail pharmacy businesses or work in community health centers.

The fee structure for the 2026 academic year is designed to be competitive within the private education sector of Uttar Pradesh.

Fees are subject to revision by the State Fee Regulatory Committee.

The application process for 2026 is available both online and offline:

1. Online: Visit the official SIMS website and fill out the inquiry/registration form.
2. Offline: Visit the campus in Meerut to collect the prospectus and application form from the admission office.
3. Documents Required: 10th & 12th Marksheets, CUET/JEECUP Scorecard, Aadhaar Card, Category Certificate, and Passport-sized photographs.
4. Verification: Shortlisted candidates will be called for document verification and interview.

The campus provides a conducive environment for technical learning:

• Laboratories: Advanced labs for Pharmaceutics, Pharmaceutical Chemistry, and Pharmacognosy.
• Library: Well-stocked with over 10,000 books and subscriptions to national/international journals.
• Herbal Garden: A dedicated medicinal garden with over 100 species of plants for practical study.
• Hostel: Separate residential facilities for boys and girls with 24/7 security.
• Transport: Bus services covering Meerut city and nearby towns like Modinagar and Hapur.

The college is organized into specialized departments to ensure focused research and teaching:

• Department of Pharmaceutics: Focuses on drug delivery systems.
• Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry: Deals with drug design and analysis.
• Department of Pharmacology: Studies the effects of drugs on biological systems.
• Department of Pharmacognosy: Focuses on medicines derived from natural sources.