Want to become a pharmacist? Here is the updated list of pharmacy colleges in Pakistan offering the 5-year Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm-D) degree in 2026.
Last updated: September 2026. Seats, fees and recognition can change every session. Confirm with the Pharmacy Council of Pakistan and the institute before applying.
Pharm-D Eligibility 2026
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Qualification | FSc Pre-Medical or equivalent (Biology, Chemistry, Physics) |
| Minimum marks | Usually 60% in FSc (some universities ask more) |
| Duration | 5 years |
| Entry test | Required by some universities (internal test) |
| Regulator | Pharmacy Council of Pakistan (PCP) & HEC |
Public Universities Offering Pharm-D
| University | City |
|---|---|
| University of the Punjab | Lahore |
| University of Veterinary & Animal Sciences (UVAS) | Lahore |
| Government College University | Faisalabad |
| Bahauddin Zakariya University | Multan |
| The Islamia University of Bahawalpur | Bahawalpur |
| University of Sargodha | Sargodha |
| Quaid-i-Azam University | Islamabad |
| University of Karachi | Karachi |
| Dow University of Health Sciences | Karachi |
| Peoples University of Medical & Health Sciences | Nawabshah |
| University of Peshawar | Peshawar |
| Gomal University | Dera Ismail Khan |
| University of Balochistan | Quetta |
Private Universities Offering Pharm-D
| University | City |
|---|---|
| Riphah International University | Islamabad / Lahore |
| The University of Lahore | Lahore |
| Lahore College of Pharmaceutical Sciences | Lahore |
| Superior University | Lahore |
| Hamdard University | Karachi |
| Baqai Medical University | Karachi |
| Ziauddin University | Karachi |
Scope of Pharm-D in Pakistan
- Hospital and clinical pharmacist
- Pharmaceutical industry – production, quality control, regulatory affairs
- Drug Regulatory Authority of Pakistan (DRAP) and government jobs
- Community pharmacy, research and teaching
Also see D Pharmacy admission and allied health sciences admission.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is MDCAT required for Pharm-D?
No. MDCAT is for MBBS/BDS. Pharm-D admission is based on FSc marks and, at some universities, their own entry test.
How many years is Pharm-D?
Pharm-D is a 5-year degree program.
What is the difference between Pharm-D and D-Pharmacy?
Pharm-D is a 5-year university degree; D-Pharmacy (Pharmacy Technician) is a shorter diploma.
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