Pharmacy Council of India Approval
JKKN College of Pharmacy is approved by the Pharmacy Council of India (PCI), New Delhi. PCI is a statutory body constituted under Section 3 of the Pharmacy Act, 1948, which regulates the profession and practice of Pharmacy in India.
The PCI approval ensures that the pharmacy education programmes at JKKN College of Pharmacy meet the standards set by the council and comply with the regulations for pharmaceutical education in India.
About Pharmacy Council of India
The Pharmacy Council of India (PCI) was constituted by the Government of India under Section 3 of the Pharmacy Act, 1948. The council is responsible for:
- Regulating the profession and practice of Pharmacy in India
- Prescribing minimum standards of education for qualifying as a Pharmacist
- Approving qualifications for Pharmacists in India
- Maintaining the Central Register of Pharmacists
PCI Approved Programmes
| Programme | Duration | Offered |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Pharmacy (B. Pharm) | 4 Years | Yes |
| Master of Pharmacy (M. Pharm) - Pharmaceutics | 2 Years | Yes |
| Master of Pharmacy (M. Pharm) - Pharmacology | 2 Years | Yes |
| Master of Pharmacy (M. Pharm) - Pharmaceutical Analysis | 2 Years | Yes |
| Master of Pharmacy (M. Pharm) - Pharmaceutical Chemistry | 2 Years | Yes |
| Master of Pharmacy (M. Pharm) - Pharmacy Practice | 2 Years | Yes |
| Master of Pharmacy (M. Pharm) - Pharmaceutical Regulatory Affairs | 2 Years | Yes - new for 2026-27 |
| Bachelor of Pharmacy (B. Pharm) - Lateral Entry | 3 Years | Yes |
| Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm. D) | 6 Years | Yes |
| Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm. D) - Post Baccalaureate | 3 Years | Yes |
| Ph.D in Pharmaceutical Sciences | 3-5 Years | Yes |
Compliance and Standards
JKKN College of Pharmacy strictly adheres to the Education Regulations prescribed by the Pharmacy Council of India. The college ensures that:
- All faculty members meet the qualification criteria set by PCI
- Infrastructure and facilities meet PCI norms
- Curriculum is designed as per PCI guidelines
- Regular inspections and compliance reports are maintained