The B. Pharm program at BIT Mesra admits students through NEET and JEE exams, with a total of 50-60 seats, equally divided between the two exams. There is a 50% domicile reservation for Jharkhand candidates, alongside other category reservations. The application process begins in May, followed by counseling sessions for shortlisted candidates. Faculty members are highly qualified with a student-to-faculty ratio of 1:17, promoting personalized learning. The curriculum includes three exams: mid-semester, internal assessment, and end-semester, using a 10-point grading system.
Tuition fees are approximately ?1 lakh per semester, with mess fees of ?18,000. While the fees are considered high, especially given the placement situation, hostel and mess charges are relatively affordable. The campus hosts major recruiters like Microsoft and leading pharmaceutical firms, although placement success is higher for engineering students. Pharmacy students typically receive packages between 3-7 LPA, with Cipla offering up to 10 LPA. The highest recorded package was 68 LPA in 2022.
Internships are plentiful though often unpaid. Students can participate in placements from the 7th semester, but many pursue further education or exams for better prospects. The total cost for the B.Pharm course is about ?20 lakh, with various scholarships available, such as the GP Birla Scholarship and government scholarships for Jharkhand-based reserved categories. Scholarships can cover up to 100% of fees. The first-semester tuition fee is ?125,500, with additional fees bringing the annual total to approximately ?248,000, increasing each year to about ?3.5 lakh in the final year.
The college offers a conducive learning environment, though improvements in communication skills development and lab equipment are suggested.
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