1. College Basic Information
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| College Name | Vilasrao Deshmukh Foundation, School of Pharmacy |
| DTE Institute Code | 2254 |
| FRA Code | PH2511 |
| PCI Code | 2611 |
| College Type | Private, Un-Aided |
| Autonomous Status | Non-Autonomous |
| Minority Status | Not verified from the current official college source |
| Established | Not independently verified from the current official source |
| Affiliated University | Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Technological University, Lonere |
| Approvals | Pharmacy Council of India; Government of Maharashtra |
| NAAC | Not verified |
| QCI-NABET Institutional Ranking | Grade A; 31st All India Rank, as stated on the college website |
| Gender | Co-Education |
| Region | Marathwada |
| District | Latur |
| State | Maharashtra |
The official website identifies the institute as Vilasrao Deshmukh Foundation, School of Pharmacy, Latur, approved by PCI and the Government of Maharashtra and affiliated with Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Technological University, Lonere. The DBATU affiliated-institute list records the institute under code 2254. VDF Pharmacy
The college website currently states that its QCI-NABET Institutional Ranking was awarded Grade A with an All India Rank of 31. This is an institutional ranking claim and should not be confused with NAAC accreditation. VDF Pharmacy
2. Location Details
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Area | New MIDC / Edu City |
| City | Latur |
| District | Latur |
| State | Maharashtra |
| PIN Code | 413531 |
| Address | New MIDC, Airport Road, Latur, Maharashtra – 413531 |
| Region | Marathwada |
The current official contact page gives the address as New MIDC, Airport Road, Latur – 413531. Older college documents describe the campus as Edu City, Additional MIDC, Plot No. 165-A, Barshi Road, Latur. VDF Pharmacy
3. Admission Information
B.Pharm
The college offers First Year B.Pharm as well as Direct Second Year B.Pharm admission.
| Admission Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Course | B.Pharm |
| DTE Institute Code | 2254 |
| Choice Code | 225482310 |
| Duration | 4 Years |
| Intake | 100 seats* |
| Admission Route | Maharashtra CAP / applicable admission process |
| Direct Second Year | Yes |
| Entrance Examination | MHT-CET / NEET as applicable |
| Institution Status | Un-Aided |
The college’s admission notification identifies B.Pharm Choice Code 225482310. PCI records show approval for 100 B.Pharm seats for the 2023-24 academic session. Current third-party course databases also report 100 B.Pharm seats, although some older records show 60; therefore, the latest PCI approval found is the basis for the 100-seat figure. VDF Pharmacy
B.Pharm Eligibility
For Maharashtra State candidates, the college states that candidates must have passed 10+2/equivalent with English and Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics or Biology as prescribed subjects and must obtain a non-zero MHT-CET score. VDF Pharmacy
For All India candidates, the college states that a non-zero positive NEET score or applicable MHT-CET score is accepted, with the admission rules giving preference to NEET as specified. VDF Pharmacy
Direct Second Year B.Pharm
Candidates must have passed a D.Pharm course from a PCI-approved institution, along with other applicable eligibility requirements. The duration is 3 years. VDF Pharmacy
M.Pharm
The college also conducts M.Pharm admissions. Its admission page specifies a 2-year M.Pharm programme and requires a B.Pharm qualification with the prescribed marks and a non-zero positive GPAT score, subject to applicable admission rules. VDF Pharmacy
4. Courses & Programmes
| Course | Level | Duration | Intake / Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm) | Undergraduate | 4 Years | 100 seats* |
| Direct Second Year B.Pharm | Undergraduate, Lateral Entry | 3 Years | As per approved intake |
| Master of Pharmacy (M.Pharm) | Postgraduate | 2 Years | Specialisation-wise |
| M.Pharm – Pharmaceutics | Postgraduate | 2 Years | 15 seats reported |
| M.Pharm – Pharmacognosy | Postgraduate | 2 Years | 15 seats reported |
The college’s official admission notification confirms B.Pharm and M.Pharm admissions, including M.Pharm in Pharmaceutics. Current course information also lists M.Pharm Pharmaceutics and M.Pharm Pharmacognosy, each with 15 seats. VDF Pharmacy
The college’s academic records confirm that B.Pharm and M.Pharm programmes are actively conducted at the institute. VDF Pharmacy
5. Fees
B.Pharm – Academic Year 2025-26
The college’s official fee document provides the following First Year B.Pharm fee structure:
| Fee Component | General | OBC/SEBC/EWS/EBC Boys | VJNT/SBC/TFWS / Eligible Girls | SC/ST |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition Fee | ₹70,136 | ₹35,068 | ₹0 | ₹0 |
| Development Fee | ₹7,364 | ₹7,364 | ₹7,364 | ₹0 |
| Student Insurance | ₹701 | ₹701 | ₹701 | ₹701 |
| College Fees | ₹78,201 | ₹43,133 | ₹8,065 | ₹701 |
| DBATU University Fee | ₹3,030 | ₹3,030 | ₹3,030 | ₹3,030 |
| DBATU Examination Fee | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| University Fees Total | ₹5,030 | ₹5,030 | ₹5,030 | ₹5,030 |
For General Category, the published college + university components total ₹83,231 for 2025-26. VDF Pharmacy
2026-27 Fee
The official website shows an AY 2026-27 FRA fee document published on 03 August 2026, but the actual downloadable figure was not exposed in the searchable page content. Therefore, I am not guessing the 2026-27 amount. VDF Pharmacy
| Course | Current Verified Fee |
|---|---|
| B.Pharm 2025-26 | ₹83,231 General Category including listed university fees |
| B.Pharm 2026-27 | Not verified from the published document |
| M.Pharm | Not verified |
| Hostel | Not verified |
6. Campus & Student Information
The official college website describes substantial academic and student infrastructure.
Facilities
- Computer Centre
- Internet laboratory with 300+ systems
- High-speed internet connectivity
- Spacious library
- Library area of approximately 430 sq. m.
- Books and reference resources
- Digital and print journals
- Periodicals
- Audio library
- Pharmacy laboratories
- Research facilities
- Industry-institute interaction
- Placement Cell
- Soft-skill development
- Academic and extracurricular activities
The official facilities page specifically states that the internet laboratory contains more than 300 systems and that the library covers approximately 430 sq. m. VDF Pharmacy
Placement Information
The college states that students are trained for placement through its Placement Cell and industry-interaction programmes. VDF Pharmacy
| Placement Parameter | Status |
|---|---|
| Placement Rate | Not verified |
| Average Package | Not verified |
| Highest Package | Not verified |
| Major Recruiters | Not independently verified |
7. College Description
Vilasrao Deshmukh Foundation, School of Pharmacy is a pharmacy education institute located at New MIDC, Airport Road, Latur, Maharashtra.
The institution is approved by the Pharmacy Council of India and Government of Maharashtra and is affiliated with Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Technological University, Lonere. The college conducts B.Pharm and M.Pharm programmes and provides admission through the Maharashtra admission system in accordance with applicable CET Cell and DTE regulations. VDF Pharmacy
The institute’s academic activities include B.Pharm and M.Pharm teaching, university examinations, research, workshops and professional-development activities. Its website currently lists academic activities for the 2025-26 and 2026 periods, including B.Pharm and M.Pharm examinations and appointments for AY 2026-27. VDF Pharmacy
The college also highlights its computer centre, library, laboratories, research activities, placement support and industry interaction as part of its academic infrastructure. VDF Pharmacy
8. Official Contact Information
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| College | Vilasrao Deshmukh Foundation, School of Pharmacy |
| Address | New MIDC, Airport Road, Latur, Maharashtra – 413531 |
| Phone | 02382-267737 / 02382-267738 / 02382-267739 |
| info.pharmacy@vdf.in | |
| Principal | Dr. B.S. Wakure, M.Pharm, PhD |
| Website | vdfpharmacy.co.in |
The current official contact page lists the three telephone numbers and the institute address. The college’s official documents also use info.pharmacy@vdf.in. VDF Pharmacy
9. FAQs / AEO
1. Where is VDF School of Pharmacy located?
VDF School of Pharmacy is located at New MIDC, Airport Road, Latur, Maharashtra – 413531. VDF Pharmacy
2. Which university is VDF School of Pharmacy affiliated with?
The institute is affiliated with Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Technological University, Lonere. VDF Pharmacy
3. What courses are offered at VDF School of Pharmacy?
The college offers B.Pharm and M.Pharm programmes. It also provides Direct Second Year B.Pharm admission. VDF Pharmacy
4. What is the B.Pharm intake at VDF School of Pharmacy?
The latest PCI approval located in the research records 100 B.Pharm seats for 2023-24. Current third-party course listings also report 100 seats, although older records show 60. PCI
5. What is the B.Pharm Choice Code?
The B.Pharm Choice Code is 225482310. VDF Pharmacy
6. What entrance exam is accepted for B.Pharm admission?
The college states that Maharashtra candidates require a non-zero MHT-CET score. For All India candidates, the college’s eligibility information permits NEET or applicable MHT-CET scores according to the stated admission rules. VDF Pharmacy
7. Is Direct Second Year B.Pharm available?
Yes. The college provides Direct Second Year B.Pharm, a 3-year lateral-entry route for eligible D.Pharm candidates. VDF Pharmacy
8. What was the B.Pharm fee for 2025-26?
The published 2025-26 fee structure shows ₹78,201 in college fees for the General Category, plus ₹5,030 in listed DBATU university fees, making ₹83,231 across those listed components. VDF Pharmacy
9. What is the 2026-27 B.Pharm fee?
The college website confirms that an AY 2026-27 FRA fee document was published on 03 August 2026, but the actual fee amount was not retrievable from the page content. Therefore, the 2026-27 figure should be confirmed directly from the college/FRA document rather than estimated. VDF Pharmacy
10. What facilities are available at VDF School of Pharmacy?
The institute reports a 300+ system computer/internet laboratory, a library covering approximately 430 sq. m., digital and print journals, periodicals and other academic resources.