Diploma in Pharmacy(D.Pharm) 

at Kaziranga University, Jorhat

Yes, Kaziranga University provides various scholarships to DPharma students. These scholarships are provided in the form of tuition fee waivers. The university provides merit-based scholarships of up to 100%. To be eligible for these scholarships, candidates must have scored at least 80% in the last qualified exam. Besides the merit-based scholarships, the university provides a tuition fee waiver of 25% to Wards of Defence Personnel, Persons with Disability (PwD), and Sportspersons.

Yes, Kaziranga University offers a Diploma in Pharmacy, also knows as a DPharma. The two-year programme is offered in the full-time mode. It is approved by the Pharmacy Council of India (PCI) and recognised by the UGC. For its DPharma porgramme, the university has an intake capacity 60 students. Admission to DPharma at Kaziranga University is subject to the fulfilment of eligibility criteria and the availability of DPharma seats. Interested candidates can visit the official website of the university to enquire about the programme. 

Kaziranga University provides merit-based scholarships of up to 100% through its Special Scholarship Scheme for National Students. The amount of scholarship increases with the applicants' merit in Class 12/equivalent examination. The eligibility criteria and the corresponding scholarship rate are given in the table below:

Eligibility Criteria	Scholarship Rate
95% or above in the last qualified exam (Class 12/equivalent exam)	100% Scholarship on tuition fee
90% - 94.99% in the last qualified exam (Class 12/equivalent exam)	70% Scholarship on tuition fee
85% - 89.99% in the last qualified exam (Class 12/equivalent exam)	50% Scholarship on tuition fee
80%-84.99% in the last qualified exam (Class 12/equivalent exam)	30% Scholarship on tuition fee

Kaziranga University DPharma application fee is INR 1,000. Additionally, candidates are required to apply for the Pharmacy Entrance Exam conducted by SSUHS. Candidates can visit the official SSUHS website to apply for the entrance exam. The category-wise application fee for the exam is given below:

Category	Application Fee for DPharma	Application Fee for BPharma + DPharma
General	INR 700	INR 2,000
SC/ST	INR 550	INR 1,600

Divyang/PwD category candidates with disability of over 40% are exempt from paying the entrance exam fee.

*Information sourced from official SSUHS Pharmacy Entrance Brochure 2024.

Kaziranga University's Diploma in Pharmacy (DPharma) makes candidates eligible to work as pharmacy technicians in diverse settings, such as retail and hospital pharmacies, pharmaceutical sales, manufacturing, and government healthcare centers. After pursuing a DPharma at the university, students are capable of assisting pharmacists in dispensing medications, managing inventory, and ensuring compliance. In addition to clinical pharmacy, they can work in pharmaceutical companies in various divisions, such as Process Control, Manufacturing, Quality Control, etc. They can also build a career in academics or pharmaceutical research.

{Source: BBA students & alumni}

Based on the reviews and feedback from students and alumni, here are some key points to consider:

Pros:

* Helpful faculty: Majority of the students praise the faculty members for being supportive, knowledgeable, and helpful.
* Good infrastructure: The university's infrastructure is considered good, with modern classrooms, well-equipped labs, and comfortable hostels.
* Decent placement record: While the placement record may not be outstanding, many companies do visit the campus for recruitment, and the average salary package offered is around INR2-3 LPA.
* Extracurricular activities: The university organizes regular events, festivals, and competitions, providing students with ample opportunities to develop their skills and interests outside academics.

Cons:

* Semester exams are tough: Several students agree that the semester exams are challenging, requiring consistent effort and dedication.
* Food quality varies: While some students appreciate the food quality, others find it average or poor.
* Limited industry exposure: Some students express disappointment with the lack of industry exposure and training provided by the university.

Overall assessment:
Kaziranga University seems to offer a decent education with supportive faculty and reasonable placement opportunities. However, students may face challenges with the semester exams and food quality. With careful consideration of these factors, potential students can decide whether the university meets their expectations.

Remember, individual experiences may vary, and it's essential to weigh the pros and cons before making an informed decision.

Candidates aspiring to purse a BTech at Kaziranga University can apply for admission in one of the following three ways:

• Apply online: Candidates can visit the university's official website to fill out the application form and submit the application fee using debit card, credit card, or net banking
• Apply by post: Candidates can download the application form available on the university's official website. They must then send (via post) the duly filled application form to 'The Assam Kaziranga University, Koraikhowa, NH-37, Jorhat, 785006', along with a demand draft of INR 1,000
• Apply at the university: Candidates can visit the university campus or a registered office to collect the application form and prospectus by paying an application fee of INR 1,000

BSc fee at Kaziranga University depends on the BSc specilaisation chosen by the candidates. The total fee for BSc in Nursing at the university is INR 6.4 Lacs for four years. The BSc (Hons) fee at  Kaziranga University is INR 2.8 Lacs for four years (all specialisations). However, the university provides an option to exit the BSc (Hons) courses (except Emergency & Critical Care) after the third year. The total fee for such candidates is INR 2.1 Lacs for three years. Besides the course fee, candidates are required to submit a one-time fee of INR 35,000 at the time of admission. The mentioned fee is sourced from the official website of the university/sanctioning body. It is still subject to change and hence, is indicative.

All the important details related to Kaziranga University placements 2023 are mentioned below:

Particulars	Placement Statistics (2023)
Highest package	INR 12 LPA
Average package	- INR 5.14 LPA (MBA) - INR 4.26 LPA (BTech) - INR 3.46 LPA (Others)
Placement rate	- 100% (MBA & BTech) - 95%+ (Others)
Total offers	301+
Placement drives	70+
Popular recruiters	HCL Technologies, Capgemini, Cognizant

The average package for MBA has been fluctuating over the past three years. Likewise, a fluctuating trend was recorded in the average package of BTech and other courses. The table below illustrates the detailed course-wise Kaziranga University average package trends for the past three years:

Course	Average Package (2021)	Average Package (2022)	Average Package (2023)
MBA	INR 5.02 LPA	INR 5.31 LPA	INR 5.14 LPA
BTech	INR 4.45 LPA	INR 5.42 LPA	INR 4.26 LPA
Others	INR 4.10 LPA	INR 4.77 LPA	INR 3.46 LPA