International students (FN, NRI, OCI, PIO, CIWGC) can join B.Pharm / Pharm.D in Maharashtra through the official State CET Cell portal. No entrance exam — admission is on 12th-grade merit in Physics, Chemistry and Biology or Mathematics. Programme duration: 4 years (B.Pharm) / 6 years (Pharm.D).
About the programme
B.Pharm is a four-year undergraduate pharmacy programme; Pharm.D is a six-year clinical-pharmacy doctorate. Programmes are approved by the Pharmacy Council of India and recognised for practice and further study.
Who can apply
- Foreign Nationals (FN) — non-Indian passport holders
- Non-Resident Indians (NRI)
- Overseas Citizens of India (OCI) and Persons of Indian Origin (PIO)
- Children of Indian Workers in Gulf Countries (CIWGC)
- Children of Merchant Navy personnel
Entrance exam
Eligibility & key facts
| Academic eligibility | Completed 12th grade (or equivalent) with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology or Mathematics. |
| Level | Undergraduate |
| Duration | 4 years |
| State CET Cell fee | USD 1,200 one-time (USD 50 eligibility check + USD 1,150 registration) |
| Tuition | Approx. USD 1,200–3,000 per year depending on the college |
| Where | 200+ participating colleges across Maharashtra, including Mumbai, Pune and Nagpur |
How to apply on fn.mahacet.org
- Register on fn.mahacet.org. Create your free account with your name, e-mail and passport details.
- Submit documents for the eligibility check. Upload transcripts, passport and category documents, and pay the USD 50 eligibility-check fee.
- Receive your eligibility confirmation. The State CET Cell verifies your documents and confirms the courses you qualify for.
- Complete registration. Pay the USD 1,150 registration fee to activate your candidature.
- Fill your college choices. Select colleges and branches from the participating institutes listed in the portal.
- Accept your seat allotment. Receive your allotment letter and report to the college to complete admission.
Want the full picture? Read the detailed guide: B.Pharm / Pharm.D admission guide for international students.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need an entrance exam for B.Pharm?
No. B.Pharm admission is based on 12th-grade merit in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology or Mathematics. No entrance exam is required for international applicants.
Is the pharmacy degree recognised?
Yes. Programmes are approved by the Pharmacy Council of India and recognised for practice and further study.
What is the difference between B.Pharm and Pharm.D?
B.Pharm is a four-year undergraduate degree. Pharm.D is a six-year clinical-pharmacy doctorate with a hospital internship.
What does it cost to apply?
The State CET Cell fee is USD 1,200 in total — a USD 50 eligibility-check fee when you submit documents, and USD 1,150 registration after your eligibility is confirmed. Tuition is paid separately to the college you join.