About Government Pharmacy College Hassan
There is no other government pharmacy college between Mysuru and Mangaluru — Government Pharmacy College Hassan fills that gap for students from Hassan, Chikkamagaluru, Mandya, and Kodagu districts. Established in 1991, affiliated to RGUHS, PCI-approved. State-regulated fees. The nearest comparable government pharmacy institution is GCP Bangalore (170 km away) or Government Pharmacy College Mysuru — which means Hassan district students who qualify for this college save both money and the disruption of moving to a larger city.
Courses and Fees
| Programme | Duration | Seats (Approx.) | Admission | Annual Fees (Approx.) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| B.Pharm | 4 years | ~60 | KCET | ₹28,000–₹59,000 |
| M.Pharm | 2 years | Varies | PGCET / GPAT | State regulated |
KCET Cutoff
Government pharmacy colleges outside Bangalore have more accessible KCET cutoffs than GCP Bangalore — but they're still tighter than private colleges. General Merit closing ranks for Hassan typically fall in the 40,000–1,00,000 range. Students from Hassan district should confirm whether local district reservation provisions apply — check the KEA counselling brochure for government college seat matrix details. For exact 2025 round-wise data, check cetonline.karnataka.gov.in.
Hassan as a Pharmacy Career Base
Hassan's pharmaceutical scene is modest — it's not a manufacturing hub. But the district hospital, private hospitals (Hassan Institute of Medical Sciences), and the growing retail pharmacy network in the city provide employment for B.Pharm graduates who want to stay local. The bigger draw for Hassan graduates is government pharmacist exams — KPSC Drug Inspector, taluk-level government pharmacy roles, and railway health service — where a government college background and lower loan burden from cheap fees give you a structural advantage over private college graduates with higher debt.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Government Pharmacy College Hassan the only government pharmacy college in the region?
Yes — it's the only government pharmacy college in the Hassan-Chikkamagaluru-Mandya-Kodagu belt. The nearest government pharmacy alternatives are GCP Bangalore and Government Pharmacy College Mysuru, both over 100 km away.
What are the fees at Government Pharmacy College Hassan?
As a state government college, B.Pharm fees are state-regulated — typically ₹28,000–₹59,000 per year. Confirm the current-year fee from the KEA brochure before admission.
What KCET rank is needed for Government Pharmacy College Hassan?
General Merit closing ranks fall in the 40,000–1,00,000 range — more accessible than GCP Bangalore but tighter than private colleges. For exact 2025 category-wise data, check cetonline.karnataka.gov.in.