The Diploma in Pharmacy (D.Pharm) program at Tulsipur Polytechnic Institute, located in Tulsipur-12, Haripauri, Dang, Lumbini Province, Nepal, is a three-year technical health program affiliated with the Council for Technical Education and Vocational Training (CTEVT), Nepal. This program is developed to prepare students with essential pharmaceutical knowledge and practical competencies required for community and hospital-based pharmacy services.
Applicants must have passed the Secondary Education Examination (SEE) or an equivalent qualification and qualify through the CTEVT entrance examination. The program admits 40 students, including 4 scholarship seats, and follows the official CTEVT curriculum and fee structure.
The D.Pharm curriculum is structured into six semesters over three academic years. It combines classroom instruction with lab practice and field exposure. The content is designed to meet national health service requirements and regulatory standards.
Key subject areas include:
Pharmacology
Pharmaceutics
Pharmaceutical Chemistry
Health Education and Community Pharmacy
Hospital and Clinical Pharmacy
Drug Dispensing and Storage Management
Pharmacognosy
Anatomy and Physiology
Laboratory sessions are integrated into each subject to develop technical proficiency.
To train students in dispensing, compounding, and storing pharmaceutical products safely and accurately.
To support Nepal’s healthcare system by producing qualified pharmacy assistants.
To develop knowledge in the pharmacological and therapeutic uses of drugs.
To promote safe drug practices and public health awareness in local communities.
The D.Pharm program prepares graduates for responsible roles in community-based and institutional healthcare settings. With growing public access to health services, Nepal's demand for pharmacy professionals is consistent across rural and urban regions.
Graduates can work under registered pharmacists in hospitals, clinics, health posts, and pharmaceutical distribution centers.
After completing the course, students will be able to:
Dispense and label medications as per prescriptions.
Store and manage pharmaceutical supplies properly.
Provide drug-related advice to patients under supervision.
Assist in inventory management and record-keeping in pharmacies.
Support public health campaigns related to safe medication use.
The program emphasizes hands-on training in:
Prescription analysis
Drug compounding and preparation
Dosage calculation and dispensing
Community health outreach
Medicine storage protocols and cold chain maintenance
Field placements and internal assessments reinforce these skills in real-life settings.
The teaching process incorporates:
Structured lectures
Laboratory demonstrations
Group discussions
Simulated practice in drug dispensing
Hospital and community-based training
Semester-wise evaluations and final assessments
This model ensures students gain both theoretical understanding and applied expertise.
Minimum Eligibility: SEE passed (Grade 10) or equivalent qualification
Entrance Requirement: Must pass the CTEVT entrance examination
Total Seats: 40 (including 4 scholarship seats)
Program Duration: 3 years
All admissions are conducted based on CTEVT’s official criteria and merit-based ranking.
Graduates of the D.Pharm program can work as:
Pharmacy Assistants in government and private hospitals
Dispensers at health posts and community pharmacies
Support Staff in pharmaceutical industries or wholesalers
Field-level health workers in public health programs
Many students continue their education in Bachelor-level Pharmacy or Public Health studies after gaining experience.
Four scholarship seats are available for eligible students based on the official CTEVT scholarship allocation system. These opportunities are reserved for inclusive groups and merit-based candidates as per national policies.
The D.Pharm program is a practical option for students interested in contributing to Nepal’s healthcare system. It offers:
A direct entry into the healthcare workforce
Curriculum developed under national health guidelines
Field-based learning and lab-based technical practice
Opportunities for long-term career growth in the pharmacy sector
The Diploma in Pharmacy offered by Tulsipur Polytechnic Institute provides SEE graduates with a reliable academic path into the pharmaceutical and health service sectors. Through structured learning, practical skills, and regulatory alignment with CTEVT, this course supports the development of capable pharmacy professionals essential to Nepal’s healthcare system.
