The candidate must have passed the following examination or equivalent examination with Physics, Chemistry & Biology or Mathematics or Bio-Technology with not less than 45% marks (40% in case of candidates belonging to reserved category).

a) Intermediate Examination in Science Stream. b) 10 + 2 Examination (Science Stream). c) Pre-Degree Examination. d) Any other qualification approved by the Pharmacy Council of India as equivalent to any of the above examinations.

OR

All those candidates who have passed Diploma in Pharmacy with not less than 45% marks (40% in case of candidates belonging to reserved category) from an institute affiliated to Punjab State Board of Technical Education & Industrial Training or any other State Board of Technical Education provided that the diploma course or the institute should be approved by the PCI/AICTE.