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Vivekananda College of Pharmacy was established under the aegis of the Janatha Education Society (Regd.), Bengaluru in the year 1983.
Vivekananda College of Pharmacy is affiliated to the Board of examining authority, Karnataka, Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, Karnataka and approved by the Pharmacy Council of India.
Initially starting as a diploma-only institution, VCP now offers a full range of pharmacy programs: D.Pharm, B.Pharm, B.Pharm (Lateral Entry), and M.Pharm
VCP is today recognized for its commitment for providing quality pharmacy education which also inculcates a sense of social responsibility in its students.
Highlights
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Established | 1983 under Janatha Education Society (registered 1972) |
| Affiliation & Approval | RGUHS; AICTE; PCI |
| Courses Offered | D.Pharm, B.Pharm (incl. lateral entry), M.Pharm |
| Governance | Managed by Janatha Education Society — trust with multiple institutions |
Campus & Facilities
VCP is located centrally in Bengaluru near Orion Mall on Dr. Rajkumar Road, Rajajinagar II Stage. The campus features:
- Modern laboratories, computer lab with internet, library, seminar hall, hostels for both genders, sports facilities, transport, and a placement cell with infrastructure for recruitment drives.
Academic Excellence & Courses
VCP offers a tiered range of pharmacy courses:
- Diploma in Pharmacy (D.Pharm) – 2 years
- Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm) – 4 years (plus lateral entry for D.Pharm holders)
- Master of Pharmacy (M.Pharm) – 2 years with specializations like Pharmaceutics and Pharmaceutical Chemistry
Course Fees
| Program | Duration | Approx. Total Fees (₹) |
|---|---|---|
| B.Pharm & D.Pharm | 4 / 2 years | ₹1.07 L – ₹1.2 L total |
(M.Pharm fees not publicly available; prospective students should reach out to admissions for details.)
Scholarships Offered
Students at VCP can avail the following scholarships:
Labour Welfare Department Scholarship for wards of labour
National Scholarship portal for Non-Karnataka students and minorities
State Scholarship portal for Karnataka students from SC/ST/OBC categories
Student Aid Fund scholarship from Janatha Education Society for meritorious students with financial difficulty
Entrance Exam Accepting Details
Admissions for UG (B.Pharm) and diploma programs (D.Pharm) are handled via KCET counseling managed by the Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA). Eligibility includes 10+2 with PCM/PCB subjects and state counseling through KEA
Student Life & Extracurricular Activities
The institute promotes a holistic campus experience with:
- Cultural events like Freshers Day, College Day, Ethnic Day, Sports Week
- Industry visits, guest lectures, seminars, and alumni engagement
- Social responsibility and community initiatives are emphasized
Placements & Internships
Our college Placement Cell plays a vital role in influencing student’s future careers. Our placement cell keeps track of job openings and conducts campus recruiting interviews for final year students, and also coordinates to provide internship for pre-final year students. The faculty of VCP plan ahead of time for all type of interviews and provide students with training on resume-writing, communication skills and interview that are so vital to excel in interviews.
The field of Pharmacy has progressed by leaps and bounds and is today a branch of science in its own right. Some of the factors that make Pharmacy an evergreen sector include:
- Chronic health problems are on the rise all over the world and this means a greater demand for qualified and trained pharmacists to work in the healthcare industry
- As the pharmaceutical industry expands, there is an increasing demand for trained industrial pharmacists
- Pharmaceutical companies from across the world are increasingly looking towards India as a source of intelligent, scientifically qualified and trained manpower and outsourcing their clinical research projects to contract research organizations in India. This means a greater number of job opportunities in the clinical research industry for trained pharmacists.
- As personalized medicine based on the principles of pharmacogenomics begins gaining a strong foothold, there is bound to be a greater demand for pharmacists in a clinical and hospital setting.
Companies
Several big players in the pharmaceutical industry such as Novo-Nordisk, Merck, Glenmark, Sanofi, Zuventus, Albert David, Cipla and Sami Labs visit the college campus regularly to fill vacancies in their manufacturing, sales and research departments. Several reputed retail pharmacy chains such as Apollo Pharmacy, Trust and MedPlus also regularly hire from our college.
Conclusion
Vivekananda College of Pharmacy, under JES, is a well-established institution for pharmacy education in Bengaluru. Offering programs from diploma to postgraduate levels, with modern infrastructure, reputable oversight, and a central campus location, it delivers both academic and personal growth opportunities. Its focus on placements and student engagement makes it a solid choice for prospective pharmacy students.
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Contact Details
📍 Address: Dr. Rajkumar Road, Rajajinagar II Stage, Bengaluru – 560055, Karnataka
📞 Contact: +91 97386 12363/+91 9403892347
✉️ Email: vivekanandapharmacy@gmail.com
🌐 Website: vcpjes.edu.in
