Information checked: 21 October 2026.
Pharm-D is a professional pharmacy degree. Applications are made to individual universities; there is no single nationwide Pharm-D closing date or admission form. Compare the exact campus, approved programme, entry test and full cost before choosing where to apply.
Duration and what you study
UHS describes its Pharm-D as a five-year programme with ten semesters. Its curriculum includes pharmaceutical chemistry, pharmaceutics and pharmacy practice. This is a pharmacy qualification, not an MBBS degree or a pharmacy-technician diploma. Choose the route according to the work and professional registration you want to pursue.
Official information: UHS: Pharm-D programme, curriculum and published fees.
Verified examples of university requirements
| Institution / source | Published requirement or programme detail | How to use it |
|---|---|---|
| University of Karachi, 2026 prospectus | Intermediate Science (Biology Group), minimum 60%; entry-test qualification at least 50% | Previous-cycle benchmark; confirm the next prospectus |
| University of Lahore, 2026 guide | FSc Pre-Medical minimum 60%; UOL entry test mandatory | Read the programme-specific admission guide |
| UHS College of Pharmacy | Five years / ten semesters at Jinnah Campus | Use the current undergraduate notice for intake-specific selection rules |
Official information: University of Karachi: 2026 prospectus, Pharm-D appendix (PDF); University of Lahore: 2026 pharmacy admission guide (PDF); UHS: Pharm-D programme, curriculum and published fees.
These examples show why one university’s criteria should not be copied onto every Pharm-D admission. Meeting minimum marks permits consideration; it is not a guarantee of a seat. Applicants with another examination system should check the equivalence requirements stated by the admitting university.
Check recognition for the campus and intake
The Pharmacy Council of Pakistan maintains a searchable recognized-institution directory with programme, campus/location, seat information and status. Search the actual institution rather than relying on the parent university’s reputation. Read any admission restriction or status note. An NOC entry and a recognized-programme entry are separate categories on the council website.
Official information: Pharmacy Council of Pakistan: recognized Pharm-D institutions.
Keep the exact college name, awarding university, campus and admission year together when asking for confirmation. This is especially useful where a group operates several campuses or the offer comes through an affiliated college.
A real fee example: UHS published schedule
| Charge | Published amount |
|---|---|
| Tuition | PKR 150,000 per semester |
| One-time admission / registration / refundable security | PKR 30,000 / 15,000 / 20,000 |
| Mid-term / final-term examination fees | PKR 1,000 / 9,000 per semester |
| Published first-semester total | PKR 225,000 |
| Published subsequent-semester total | PKR 160,000 |
This is the schedule displayed on the UHS department page when checked, not a national fee rate or guaranteed 2027 quotation. Request the fee notice for your intake. Budget separately for hostel, meals, travel and any charge not listed in the tuition table.
Official information: UHS: Pharm-D programme, curriculum and published fees.
Admission status and application steps
UHS is displaying Fall 2026 undergraduate selection lists. Karachi’s current links page includes admissions-2027 lists and notices. A selection-list page is not evidence that fresh applications remain open. Open the current notice before paying or creating a new application.
Official information: UHS: current admission notices and selection lists; University of Karachi: current admission lists and notices.
- Shortlist recognized programmes that accept your qualifications.
- Read the current notice for test registration, application and fee-payment deadlines.
- Prepare identity documents, academic records and any required equivalence certificate.
- Apply through the university’s official portal; select the correct programme and campus.
- Check payment confirmation, test instructions and document-verification requirements.
- After selection, follow the acceptance deadline and retain your paid receipt.
UHS explains that each selected programme has its own application and processing fee. Submitting one programme choice does not automatically apply you to every course.
Official information: UHS: undergraduate application portal and instructions.
How to compare offers
Compare total study costs, laboratory access, supervised practical training and the commute alongside tuition. Ask where clinical or industry exposure takes place and whether placements are arranged or only advertised. Avoid choosing on an unsupported salary promise. A good comparison sheet should include recognition, duration, test, total fees, training arrangements and the final acceptance date.
Related guide: other allied health study options.
Official sources and useful links
- UHS: Pharm-D programme, curriculum and published fees
- University of Karachi: 2026 prospectus, Pharm-D appendix (PDF)
- University of Lahore: 2026 pharmacy admission guide (PDF)
- Pharmacy Council of Pakistan: recognized Pharm-D institutions
- UHS: current admission notices and selection lists
- University of Karachi: current admission lists and notices
- UHS: undergraduate application portal and instructions