Overview

R C Patel College of Pharmacy (RCPCP), Shirpur, Maharashtra, is a private affiliated pharmacy college established in 2009. Located in Shirpur city of Maharashtra, the college operates a single campus dedicated to pharmacy education. It is approved by the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) and the Pharmacy Council of India (PCI). The institute is affiliated to Sant Gadge Baba Amravati University. R C Patel College of Pharmacy holds NAAC accreditation with Grade B (Cycle 1) in 2021.

Official website: http://rcpcpindia.in/

Quick Facts

• Founder: Shivramji Raoji Patel
• Principal: Dr. Suvarna More
• Student Count: Approx. 600+
• Departments: Pharmacy (B.Pharm, M.Pharm)
• Faculty Count: 35+
• Contact: +91-2572-222588, email: info@rcpcpindia.in
• NAAC Grade: B (2021)
• NIRF Ranking: Not available on official sources as of 2024-06-01

Courses & Programs

• Faculty: Pharmacy
• Popular Programs:
  • Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm) - 4 years, Regular
  • Master of Pharmacy (M.Pharm) - 2 years, Regular (specializations in Pharmaceutics, Pharmaceutical Chemistry)
  • PhD in Pharmacy (available)
• Mode: Regular (Full-time)
• Intake: B.Pharm - 60 seats; M.Pharm - 18 seats

Admissions

• Mode: Entrance and Merit-based
• Accepted Exams: Maharashtra CET (MHT-CET) for B.Pharm; GPAT for M.Pharm admissions
• Typical Timeline: Application opens in April-May; admissions completed by July
• How to Apply:
  1. Visit the official admission portal: http://rcpcpindia.in/admission.html
  2. Fill application form online or offline
  3. Submit required documents and application fees
  4. Participate in counselling/merit-based selection
  5. Confirm admission by fee payment

Eligibility

• B.Pharm: Passed 10+2 with PCB/PCM or equivalent from a recognized board; minimum 45% marks (40% for reserved categories)
• M.Pharm: Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy from a recognized university with minimum 50% marks
• Age: Minimum 17 years as on 31 December of the admission year
• Documents Required: Mark sheets, domicile certificate, caste certificate (if applicable), entrance exam score card, passport size photos, ID proof

Fee & Scholarships

• Approximate Fees:
  • B.Pharm Tuition Fee: ₹70,000 - ₹90,000 per year
  • M.Pharm Tuition Fee: ₹85,000 - ₹1,00,000 per year
  • Hostel & Exam fees: ₹20,000 approx. annually
• Scholarships: Eligible for Govt of Maharashtra scholarships for SC/ST/OBC/EWS & meritorious students. Details at: National Scholarship Portal

Placements

• Placement Rate: Approximately 70%
• Average CTC: ₹3.5 LPA
• Top Recruiters: Cipla, Sun Pharma, Lupin, Aurobindo Pharma, Cadila Healthcare
• Placement Cell Contact: placement@rcpcpindia.in, +91-2572-222599
• Internships: Mandatory industrial training/internship during course

Campus & Facilities

• Hostel facilities for boys and girls with mess
• Well-equipped laboratories with modern instruments
• Library with extensive pharmaceutical journals and books
• Sports ground, indoor sports facilities
• Wi-Fi enabled campus
• Health care unit and medical facilities
• Transport facilities for students and staff
• Active student clubs and cultural/technical fests annually

Faculty & Research

• Experienced faculty members with PhDs and industry experience
• Research centres focusing on Pharmaceutics and Pharmaceutical Chemistry
• Ongoing research projects funded by state and central agencies
• Collaborations/MoUs with pharmaceutical companies and universities
• Patents filed on novel drug formulations and delivery systems

Rankings

• NAAC Grade: B (2021)
• NIRF Ranking: Not available on official sources as of 2024-06-01
• Other Rankings: Not available on official sources as of 2024-06-01

Results, Cut-Offs & Seat Matrix

• Official seat matrix and cut-offs released annually on college’s admission page: Admission Section
• Category-wise cut-offs for MHT-CET published by Directorate of Technical Education Maharashtra: dtemaharashtra.gov.in

How to Reach

• Nearest Airport: Devi Ahilya Bai Holkar Airport, Indore (135 km)
• Nearest Railway Station: Shirpur Road Railway Station (~5 km)
• Local Transit: State buses, auto-rickshaws and taxis available from Shirpur town centre

FAQs

Q1: What is the application process for B.Pharm?

A1: Apply online/offline through the official website based on Maharashtra CET scores. Submit documents and participate in counselling.

Q2: Are distance or online pharmacy courses available?

A2: No, RCPCP offers only regular full-time courses as per PCI norms.

Q3: What documents are needed for admission?

A3: 10+2 Marksheet, CET scorecard, domicile certificate, caste certificate (if applicable), photos, identity proof.

Q4: Does the college provide hostel facilities?

A4: Yes, separate hostels for boys and girls with mess are available on campus.

Q5: What is the fee structure for B.Pharm?

A5: Tuition fees range from ₹70,000 to ₹90,000 per year plus hostel/exam fees.

Q6: Is scholarship support available?

A6: Yes, government scholarships for reserved categories and merit-based scholarships apply.

Q7: How are placements conducted?

A7: The placement cell coordinates campus interviews with pharma companies; average placement is around 70%.

Q8: Are there research opportunities for students?

A8: Yes, research projects and PhD programs are available under faculty guidance.

Q9: What is the intake capacity?

A9: B.Pharm has 60 seats; M.Pharm has 18 seats.

Q10: How to contact the college for admission queries?

A10: Call +91-2572-222588 or email info@rcpcpindia.in