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M.Pharm Eligibility for International Students

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Eligibility Guide
M.Pharm Eligibility for International Students in Maharashtra
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To study M.Pharm in Maharashtra, international students need 50% in a B.Pharm degree via a B.Pharm degree. Students with non-Indian qualifications need an AIU equivalence certificate.

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To study M.Pharm in Maharashtra as an international student, you need a a B.Pharm degree.

Academic Requirement

You need a a B.Pharm degree. The qualifying basis is a B.Pharm degree, with a minimum of 50% in a B.Pharm degree.

Eligibility by Category

The academic eligibility is the same across categories; the status proof differs. The table summarises the position.

CategoryAcademic RequirementStatus Proof
Foreign National (FN)50% in a B.Pharm degreeValid foreign passport; AIU certificate if board is outside India
NRI50% in a B.Pharm degreeStudent passport + NRI proof of qualifying relative
OCI / PIO50% in a B.Pharm degreeOCI card or PIO documentation
CIWGC50% in a B.Pharm degreeProof that a parent is an Indian worker in a Gulf country

If Your Qualification Is From Outside India

If your bachelor's degree is from a non-Indian board or university, it must be recognised as equivalent to the Indian qualification through an AIU (Association of Indian Universities) Equivalence Certificate. Obtain it before applying, as it is required during document verification.

Who Can File the Application?

Only three parties may submit the application:

  1. The Student — applying on their own behalf.
  2. A Parent — the candidate's father or mother.
  3. A Legal Guardian — holding a valid Court Guardianship Certificate issued by an Indian court under the Guardians and Wards Act, 1890.

Relatives such as aunts, uncles, grandparents, and siblings cannot file the application, even with NRI status. Confirm the exact requirement on the category checklist.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the minimum qualification for M.Pharm in Maharashtra?

50% in a B.Pharm degree. The qualifying basis is a B.Pharm degree.

Which subjects or background do I need?

A b.pharm degree.

My qualification is from outside India — am I eligible?

Yes, if it is recognised as equivalent to the Indian qualification. You will need an AIU Equivalence Certificate, submitted with your application.

Can a relative apply on my behalf?

No. Only the student, a parent, or a court-appointed legal guardian can file the application. Other relatives, including those with NRI status, are not permitted.

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