About Nitte College of Pharmaceutical Sciences Mangalore
The NITTE group runs two pharmacy colleges in Mangaluru — and this is the newer one. NGSM Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences (established 1996, ID 531 on this site) is the older NITTE pharmacy institution in the city. Nitte College of Pharmaceutical Sciences (this college, established 2000) is a separate institution under the same NITTE umbrella. Both carry the same affiliation question: NITTE has deemed university status (NITTE Deemed to be University), so confirm directly with admissions whether your B.Pharm will be awarded under RGUHS or NITTE University — the answer affects Karnataka state government pharmacist exam eligibility. B.Pharm through KCET for RGUHS-affiliated seats.
NGSM IPS vs Nitte College of Pharmaceutical Sciences — Two NITTE Colleges in Mangaluru
| Factor | NGSM IPS (ID 531) | Nitte College of Pharmaceutical Sciences (ID 1216) |
|---|---|---|
| Established | 1996 | 2000 |
| Hospital on campus | Justice K.S. Hegde Hospital | Confirm with college |
| KCET GM rank range | 40,000–1,00,000 | 60,000–1,40,000 (newer, slightly more accessible) |
| NITTE University affiliation risk | Same — confirm both | Same — confirm both |
If your KCET rank qualifies for NGSM IPS, choose it — it's the older campus with more established infrastructure and Justice K.S. Hegde Hospital access. Nitte College of Pharmaceutical Sciences is the practical alternative if you don't get NGSM but want to stay in the NITTE group in Mangaluru.
Courses Offered
| Programme | Duration | Seats (Approx.) | Admission |
|---|---|---|---|
| B.Pharm | 4 years | 60–100 | KCET |
| M.Pharm | 2 years | 15–30 | PGCET / GPAT |
Fees and KCET Cutoff
KCET-quota B.Pharm fees follow the Karnataka fee committee structure — typically ₹50,000–₹90,000 per year. General Merit KCET closing ranks typically fall in the 60,000–1,40,000 range. For exact 2025 round-wise data, check cetonline.karnataka.gov.in — and verify the institution code matches this college, not NGSM IPS.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Nitte College of Pharmaceutical Sciences the same as NGSM IPS?
No — they are two separate NITTE group pharmacy colleges in Mangaluru. NGSM IPS (1996) is the older institution with Justice K.S. Hegde Hospital access. Nitte College of Pharmaceutical Sciences (2000) is a newer separate institution. Both carry the RGUHS vs NITTE University affiliation question — confirm with each college directly.
What KCET rank is needed for Nitte College of Pharmaceutical Sciences?
General Merit closing ranks typically fall in the 60,000–1,40,000 range. For exact 2025 data, check cetonline.karnataka.gov.in and verify the institution code.
Is the degree from Nitte College of Pharmaceutical Sciences an RGUHS degree?
Confirm directly with the admissions office — NITTE has deemed university status and some of its colleges award NITTE University degrees rather than RGUHS degrees. The answer matters for KPSC and state government pharmacist exam eligibility.