MAE Trust’s Y.B. Chavan College of Pharmacy, Aurangabad

1. Basic Information

2. Location & Campus

Maulana Azad Education Trust’s Y.B. Chavan College of Pharmacy is located at Dr. Rafiq Zakaria Campus, Dr. Rafiq Zakaria Marg, Rauza Bagh, Aurangabad, now officially Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar.

Established in 1989, the college has developed into a major pharmacy education and research institution in the Marathwada region. The campus provides an academic environment covering undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral-level pharmaceutical education.

The college became an autonomous institute from the academic year 2025–26, marking an important change in its academic status. The institute currently identifies itself as an A+ NAAC-accredited college and reports ISO certifications.

3. Admission Information

For the 2027–28 admission cycle, students should follow the latest Maharashtra State CET Cell, Directorate of Technical Education and college admission notifications.

The college is a religious minority – Muslim institution. The 2025–26 Maharashtra CET record lists 100 B.Pharm seats and 5 TFWS seats.

B.Pharm Admission

• B.Pharm is a four-year undergraduate programme.
• Current B.Pharm intake is 100 seats.
• An additional 5 TFWS seats are listed.
• Admission is conducted through the applicable Maharashtra admission/CAP process and institutional minority admission provisions.
• Candidates must fulfil the prescribed 10+2 science-stream eligibility requirements.
• MHT-CET and other applicable entrance requirements should be checked for the relevant admission year.
• Direct Second Year B.Pharm admission is subject to applicable lateral-entry rules.

M.Pharm Admission

The college offers postgraduate pharmacy education in four specializations:

• Pharmaceutical Chemistry
• Pharmaceutics
• Pharmacology
• Quality Assurance

Students should check the latest postgraduate admission notification for current intake, eligibility and admission procedure.

4. Undergraduate Programmes

Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm)

Duration: 4 years
Intake: 100 seats + 5 TFWS seats

B.Pharm provides students with comprehensive education in pharmaceutical sciences. The programme combines classroom teaching, laboratory training and practical exposure across areas such as drug formulation, pharmaceutical chemistry, pharmacology, pharmacognosy, pharmaceutical analysis and pharmacy practice.

The college’s current Maharashtra CET record lists 100 B.Pharm seats and 5 TFWS seats.

B.Pharm Direct Second Year

Diploma in Pharmacy holders may be eligible for direct admission to the second year of B.Pharm through the applicable Maharashtra lateral-entry process.

5. Postgraduate Programmes

M.Pharm – Pharmaceutical Chemistry

The programme focuses on medicinal chemistry, pharmaceutical chemistry, drug design, synthesis and analysis of pharmaceutical compounds.

M.Pharm – Pharmaceutics

The programme focuses on formulation development, dosage forms, drug delivery systems and pharmaceutical technology.

M.Pharm – Pharmacology

The programme covers drug action, mechanisms, pharmacological evaluation and related areas of pharmaceutical and biomedical research.

M.Pharm – Quality Assurance

The programme focuses on pharmaceutical quality systems, quality control, validation, regulatory requirements and quality management.

The college’s official academic information confirms all four M.Pharm specializations.

6. Ph.D. / Research Programmes

Y.B. Chavan College of Pharmacy offers Ph.D. in Pharmacy in association with Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Marathwada University.

The college describes its doctoral programme as offering research opportunities across several pharmaceutical science areas, including:

• Drug development
• Natural-product isolation and characterization
• Organic synthesis
• Rational drug design and computer-aided drug design
• Pharmacology
• Toxicology
• Cellular differentiation
• Drug delivery
• Pharmaceutical formulation
• Biomaterials and drug transport

The Ph.D. programme is available in regular and part-time modes, with a stated duration of approximately 3 to 6 years, subject to applicable university regulations.

7. Departments & Academic Areas

The college’s academic and research activities cover major areas of pharmaceutical sciences, including:

• Pharmaceutics
• Pharmaceutical Chemistry
• Pharmacology
• Pharmacognosy
• Quality Assurance
• Pharmaceutical Analysis
• Pharmacy Practice
• Drug delivery and formulation
• Medicinal chemistry
• Natural-product research
• Pharmaceutical research and innovation

The Pharmaceutical Chemistry Department, for example, covers medicinal chemistry, biochemistry, pharmaceutical organic and inorganic chemistry at undergraduate level and advanced chemistry subjects at postgraduate level.

8. Campus & Facilities

Y.B. Chavan College of Pharmacy provides facilities supporting undergraduate teaching, postgraduate education and pharmaceutical research.

The academic and research infrastructure includes:

• Classrooms
• Pharmacy teaching laboratories
• Research laboratories
• Library and reading resources
• Computer and digital learning facilities
• Analytical and research equipment
• Seminar and academic activity spaces
• Student support facilities
• Innovation and research facilities

The college has an active research and innovation ecosystem through its Research Advisory Council and Institute Innovation Council. Its official research information reports more than 900 research papers published by faculty and students over the preceding 15 years, 26 published patent applications, six granted patents and research grants from agencies including AICTE, UGC and DST/SERB.

9. Affiliation / Student Life / Career Opportunities

Y.B. Chavan College of Pharmacy is affiliated with Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Marathwada University and operates as a religious minority pharmacy institution.

With B.Pharm, M.Pharm and Ph.D. programmes, the college provides students with opportunities to pursue professional education as well as pharmaceutical research. Its academic environment also includes research projects, conferences, innovation activities and industry interaction.

The college’s placement material lists associations with pharmaceutical and healthcare companies including Wockhardt, Lupin, Biocon, Abbott, Pfizer, Cipla, FDC, TCS and others.

Career opportunities after pharmacy education can include:

• Pharmaceutical manufacturing
• Production
• Quality control
• Quality assurance
• Research and development
• Pharmaceutical analysis
• Regulatory affairs
• Clinical and healthcare-related roles
• Pharmaceutical sales and marketing
• Academic teaching
• Pharmaceutical research
• Higher education

10. Fees

For 2025–26, the Fees Regulating Authority record lists the following fees:

*The M.Pharm amount is recorded as “As Demanded” in the 2025–26 fee record and should therefore be treated differently from a standard fixed approved fee.

Students applying for 2027–28 should check the latest approved fee structure before admission, as fees may change between academic years.

11. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Where is Y.B. Chavan College of Pharmacy located?

The college is located at Dr. Rafiq Zakaria Campus, Dr. Rafiq Zakaria Marg, Rauza Bagh, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, Maharashtra.

Is Y.B. Chavan College of Pharmacy a minority college?

Yes. It is a religious minority – Muslim institution.

Is Y.B. Chavan College of Pharmacy autonomous?

Yes. The college states that it became an autonomous institute from the academic year 2025–26.

What courses are offered at Y.B. Chavan College of Pharmacy?

The college offers B.Pharm, M.Pharm and Ph.D. in Pharmacy.

What is the B.Pharm intake?

The current B.Pharm intake is 100 seats, with an additional 5 TFWS seats.

Which M.Pharm specializations are offered?

The college offers M.Pharm in Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Pharmaceutics, Pharmacology and Quality Assurance.

Does the college offer Ph.D. in Pharmacy?

Yes. The college offers a Ph.D. programme in Pharmacy in association with Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Marathwada University.

How can I get admission to B.Pharm?

Admission is conducted through the applicable Maharashtra admission process. Students should check the latest CET Cell and college notifications for eligibility, entrance requirements and minority admission provisions.

What is the B.Pharm fee?

The 2025–26 fee recorded for B.Pharm was ₹1,31,000 per year. The fee for 2027–28 may be different.

Does the college have placement opportunities?

Yes. The college has a placement and training function and has reported associations with pharmaceutical, healthcare and technology companies.

What are the career options after B.Pharm?

B.Pharm graduates can explore careers in pharmaceutical manufacturing, quality control, quality assurance, research, regulatory affairs, pharmacy practice, sales and marketing, and higher education.