About Sri Dharmasthala Manjunatheshwara Pharmacy Dharwad
The SDM (Sri Dharmasthala Manjunatheshwara) group runs two pharmacy institutions in Dharwad — and like KLE and BLDEA, the postgraduate wing (this college, established 1993) started one year before the undergraduate college (ID 536, established 1994). Both are on or near the SDM campus in Dharwad, both are RGUHS-affiliated, and both benefit from the same institutional asset: SDM College of Medical Sciences and SDM Hospital on campus. For B.Pharm through KCET, see ID 536. For M.Pharm through PGCET or GPAT, this is the college.
What This College Offers
| Programme | Duration | Seats (Approx.) | Admission Route |
|---|---|---|---|
| M.Pharm (Pharmaceutics) | 2 years | 15 | PGCET / GPAT |
| M.Pharm (Pharmacology) | 2 years | 15 | PGCET / GPAT |
| M.Pharm (Pharmaceutical Chemistry) | 2 years | 15 | PGCET / GPAT |
| M.Pharm (Pharmacognosy) | 2 years | 15 | PGCET / GPAT |
Confirm exact specialisations and current intake with SDM admissions or the RGUHS affiliation list.
SDM Hospital Access for M.Pharm
SDM College of Medical Sciences and Hospital in Dharwad is on the same campus — a significant research asset for M.Pharm students. Pharmacology research requiring patient recruitment for drug studies, adverse event monitoring, and clinical pharmacokinetics can be conducted within the hospital. For M.Pharm in pharmacology specifically, this on-campus hospital access is the defining differentiator between SDM Dharwad and standalone M.Pharm colleges in north Karnataka that rely entirely on external tie-ups.
M.Pharm in Dharwad vs Bangalore
M.Pharm in Bangalore costs significantly more to live through than in Dharwad — city rents, food, and transport add ₹5,000–₹10,000 per month over Dharwad costs. If your M.Pharm specialisation doesn't require specific industry infrastructure only available in Bangalore (certain analytical instrument access, CRO tie-ups), SDM Dharwad delivers RGUHS M.Pharm at considerably lower total cost with equal regulatory standing. Post-M.Pharm, Hubli's KIADB industrial zone is 20 km away for job access.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between SDM College of Pharmacy Dharwad and SDM Pharmacy Dharwad PG?
SDM College of Pharmacy Dharwad (ID 536, est. 1994) runs B.Pharm through KCET. SDM Pharmacy Dharwad PG (this college, est. 1993) runs M.Pharm through PGCET and GPAT. Both are RGUHS-affiliated under the SDM Educational Society in Dharwad.
How do I apply for M.Pharm at SDM Pharmacy Dharwad?
Apply through Karnataka PGCET at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in for government-quota M.Pharm seats, or through GPAT at gpat.nta.nic.in for merit seats and RGUHS scholarship eligibility.
Is GPAT required for M.Pharm at SDM Dharwad?
GPAT is not mandatory — Karnataka PGCET is the state route. However, GPAT qualification opens RGUHS scholarships and gives national-level options. Sit for both to maximise your choices.