Diploma in Pharmacy (D.Pharm.) 

at Sarala Birla University, Ranchi

Submitting the documents proving a candidate's eligibility is an important step in the DPharma admission process at Sarala Birla University. The list of documents required during the application process is mentioned below:

• Class 12 mark sheet
• Class 10 mark sheet
• Mark sheet of the qualifying exam
• School/ College Leaving Certificate last attended
• Conduct Certificate
• Anti-Ragging Affidavit
• Medical Fitness Certificate issued by a registered medical practitioner/ government health centre

Yes,  DPharma is available at Sarala Birla University. The university offers a two-year Diploma in Pharmacy (DPharma) as a full-time programme. The programme is offerd by the university's  Faculty of Pharmacy and is PCI-approved. The university has an intake of 60 students for the programme. Interested candidates can submit online applications for admission through the university's official website.

Sarala Birla University DPharma placement report is not available yet. However, the overall the highest and average package offered during the placement drive 2023 was INR 12 LPA and INR 4 LPA, respectively. This is to be noted that, the university has not mentioned the year for these placement stats on its official website. Hence, the data is assumed to be for 2023. According to the SBU reviews available on Shiksha.com, the university was given an average rating of 3.7/5 for overall placements.

Yes, students admitted to the DPharma programme of Sarala Birla University (SBU) must pay a one-time fee in addition to the programme fee. The amount of one-time fee payable during DPharma admission is INR 15,000. It includes a registration fee of INR 10,000 and caution money of INR 5,000. The mentioned fee is taken from the official website of the university/sanctioning body. It is still subject to change and hence, is indicative.

Admission to Sarala Birla University courses is either merit-based or entrance-based. Candidates seeking admission to SBU courses have to meet the course-specific eligibility criteria and appear for the selection rounds determined by the University. Interested candidates can check out the below table for eligibility and selection criteria of SBU popular courses:

Courses	Eligibility	Selection Criteria
BSc	Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry, and Maths as compulsory subjects with a minimum of 45% marks (40% for reserved category)	Merit or SBU entrance test
MBA/PGDM	Graduation is any discipline with a minimum of 50% marks ( 45% for reserved category)	Merit-based
BE/ BTech	Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry, and Maths as compulsory subjects with a minimum of 45% marks (40% for reserved category)	JEE Main, CUET
BCA	Class 12 in any stream with a minimum of 50% marks (45% for reserved category)	Merit-based
BBA	Class 12 in any stream with a minimum of 50% marks (45% for reserved category)	Merit-based
BPharma	Class 12 of any recognized Board in India with a minimum 50% aggregate (45% aggregate marks for SC/ST/PwD) in English as one of the subjects and Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Mathematics	Merit-based
BCom	Class 12 in any stream with a minimum of 45% marks (40% for reserved category)	Merit-based
PhD*	MTech/ME/MSc (Engg.)/MSc/MCA/MBA/MA or equivalent Degree with a 55% aggregate	Offline Entrance Test + Academic Record + Interview

Sarala Birla University fees are inclusive of various components, such as tuition fees, registration fees, application fees, caution money, development fees, and more. Three out of the seven components are payable only one time and the rest of the components are paid in each semester. During the admission process candidates are required to pay the registration fees to confirm their seat. Interested candidates can check out the below table for fees of popular SBU courses:

Course Name	Total Tuition Fee
BTech	INR 4.9 lakh-INR 6.4 lakh
MTech	INR 2.1 lakh
MBA/PGDM	INR 5.2 lakh
BSc	INR 66,000 - INR 1.1 lakh
MSc	INR 44,000

{Source: BCA students & alumni}

Is BCA at Sarala Birla University (SBU) worth the investment?

From the reviews and feedback collected, here's a summary of the pros and cons:

Pros:

* Excellent infrastructure, with well-equipped classrooms, laboratories, and a library
* Good faculty members, with most having Ph.D.s in their subjects
* Relevant course curriculum that prepares students for the industry
* Opportunities for internships and placements, with top companies visiting the campus
* Variety of extracurricular activities and clubs available

Cons:

* Placement record is not exceptional, with some students stating that fewer companies visit the campus compared to other institutions
* Limited emphasis on hands-on practical learning and industry-specific skills
* Some students found the course curriculum outdated and not entirely relevant to current industry needs
* Average salary packages offered, with some students reporting lower salaries than expected
* Limited support for entrepreneurship and startup ventures

Overall Assessment:
While Sarala Birla University's BCA programme shows promise in terms of its infrastructure, faculty, and course curriculum, there are areas that require improvement, particularly in regards to placements and industry relevance. Students seeking a more industry-focused education might find alternative programs more suitable. Nevertheless, SBU remains a viable option for those looking for a solid foundation in computing sciences.

Note: These findings are based solely on the provided reviews and feedback, and do not reflect the entirety of the university's offerings or reputation.

Sarala Birla University admissions are currently ongoing at the university for the academic year 2023-24. Students can go to the official website to apply. CUET UG 2023 result was on July 15 by the National Testing Agency. The cut off marks are taken according to the strength present to that particular exam and also by the administratives. The entrance test exam cut off marks are also based on merit.

Sarla Birla University  admissions will open online. Till now, no schedule has been released by the university. Once the application portal is live, candidates can apply online for their preferred course. Sarala Birla University admission is a mix of both entrance and merit-based. Students can pursue various undergraduate and postgraduate courses across multiple specialisations at the university. Additionally, the university also offers doctorate, Diploma and certificate courses.