Government Pharmacy Institute, Patna

Founded in 1958 by the Government of Bihar’s Health Department, Government Pharmacy Institute (GPI) Patna is a premier public institution offering diploma and degree programs in pharmacy. Spread over a 3‑acre urban campus in Gulzarbagh, the institute boasts modern laboratories, lecture halls, seminar facilities, a herbal garden, and on‑campus hostel. Affiliated with the Pharmacy Council of India, AICTE, and Aryabhatta Knowledge University for its B.Pharm program, GPI is committed to producing skilled pharmacy professionals for healthcare, research, and industry.

Established:

1958

Recognition:

• Approved by AICTE (All India Council for Technical Education)

• Recognized by Pharmacy Council of India (PCI)

• B.Pharm affiliated with Aryabhatta Knowledge University, Patna

• D.Pharm affiliated with Bihar State Examination Committee

Location:

Government Pharmacy Institute
Agamkuan, Gulzarbagh, Sadikpur
Patna – 800007, Bihar, India
Campus Size: ~3 acres (~7 km from Patna Junction railway station)

Departments & Programs with Fees:

Admissions:

• B.Pharm: Based on merit via BCECE

• D.Pharm: Based on 10+2 merit (PCM or PCB)

• M.Pharm: Through relevant national/state-level entrance or institute selection process

Placements & Internships:

• Career-focused training through institute facilitation

• Graduates are placed in hospitals, pharmaceutical firms, regulatory bodies, and retail pharmacies

• Internship support integrated into academic programs

Campus & Facilities:

• Infrastructure includes laboratories, lecture & seminar halls, digital library, herbal garden, and canteen

• Hostels are available on campus for students

• Additional amenities: Wi‑Fi, transport services, healthcare support, and bank counter

Research & Innovation:

• Practical learning through lab-based pharmacy education and herbal studies

• Support for academic excellence via seminars, herbal project work, and merit awards during National Pharmacy Week