National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research (NIPER), Guwahati, established in 2008, is the first educational institution specializing in pharmaceutical science at the national level. It is affiliated to Gauhati University, Guwahati, and is approved by the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE). 

The institute offers various Postgraduate courses in multiple fields related to pharmaceutics like Pharmacology and Toxicology, Biotechnology, Pharmacy Practise, Pharmaceutics and Pharmaceutical analysis. Admission to these programs is based on the merit secured in the qualifying examination.

NIPER Guwahati Highlights

Established 2008
Institute Type Public
Affiliated to Gauhati University, Guwahati
Approved by All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE)
Courses Offered PG and Ph.D.
Application Mode Online
Admission Criteria Merit in the qualifying exam
Facilities Available Academic Blocks, Central library, Labs, Canteen, Auditorium, Computer and Communications Centre, Hostel, Transport, Animal House, Central Instruments Facility, Sports and Gaming
Official Website http://www.niperguwahati.ac.in/

NIPER Guwahati Ranking

Agency Year Rank
NIRF 2022 13
NIRF 2021 19
NIRF 2020 11

NIPER Guwahati Courses

The institute offers various courses like Master of Science (M.S), Master of Pharmacy (M.Pharm), and Doctorate programmes in various streams.

Courses Specializations Eligibility
M.S (Pharm) Biotechnology Must pass B.Pharm or equivalent degree with minimum 60% aggregate
Pharmaceutical Analysis
Pharmaceutics
Pharmacology and Toxicology
M.Pharm Pharmacy Practice Must pass B.Pharm or equivalent degree with minimum 60% aggregate
Ph.D. Pharmaceutics  Must pass Masters degree from a reputed university Selection based on qualifying exam and interview
Biotechnology
Pharmaceutical Analysis
Pharmacy Practise
Pharmacology and Toxicology

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NIPER Guwahati Admission

Admission to the PG courses is an online process and based on merit secured in the Entrance Exam (NIPER JEE). Candidates must have completed graduation in a stream relevant to the course of interest. 

Admission to the Ph.D. programs is based on marks obtained in NIPER-JEE followed by Group Discussion and Personal Interview.

Documents Required At Counseling:

  1. NIPER JEE 2020 Application Form Printout (02 Copies)
  2. Matriculation Certificate as a proof of age and correct name.
  3. Mark sheets of all the semesters/years of the qualifying degree.
  4. GPAT/GATE/NET score card, wherever applicable.
  5. Admit card of NIPER JEE (online test).
  6. Original Migration Certificate (Last Attended University/ Institute)
  7. Certificate of reservation, if applicable.
  8. Certificate of reservation and certificate of income

How to Apply?

  • Log on to the official website of NIPER 
  • Download the application form and fill in the required details 
  • Pay the application fee online 
  • Submit the form along with the necessary documents.

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NIPER Guwahati Placements

The institute successfully completed its 2021 placement drive. Reputed recruiters like Syngene, APCER, Dr. Reddy’s, MACLEODS, Indegene, Vimta and many more visited the campus & offered good placement offers. 100% of the participating batch was placed. The below image represents the year-wise placement percentage: 

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NIPER Guwahati Scholarships

Scholarships are given to the students based on the merit in NIPER JEE exam and the availability of funds.

  • For all Masters students having a minimum of 6 CGPA every semester, a stipend of Rs. 12,400 is provided.
  • A sum of 25,000 per month for the first two years and then Rs. 28,000 per month from third year onwards is awarded to PhD students having M.Tech, M.S and M.Pharm degrees.

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NIPER Guwahati Faculty

NIPER has numerous well educated faculty members who are doctors and scientists very well versed in their field of study. This proves to be of high advantage to students as they receive the best guidance to gain knowledge and frame their career.

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NIPER Guwahati Facilities

  • Academic Block: It consists of spacious classrooms with modern teaching amenities.
  • Central Library: The library gives students and faculty access to research journals and papers, books, publications, textbooks, magazines and periodicals.
  • Laboratories: There are separate labs for all departments aiming to create a practical understanding of the students and encourage research activities.
  • Computer & Communications Lab: It provides 20 computer systems connected to a fibre optic LAN network available to all students and faculty for research purposes and also takes care of other tasks like Electronic Information Retrieval. 
  • Hostel: Hostel facilities are available to both boys and girls and the compound also includes a Family Quarters and Guest House.
  • Animal House: This facility is provided to the students for research.
  • Transport: Timely transportation facilities are provided to all students to areas of accommodation, research and industrial visits.
  • Guwahati Biotech Park: It is established for carrying out the experimental work of students and has quality instruments including Element analysers, Spectrophotometers, Spectrometers, Centrifuges, Chromatography equipment and other analytical instruments.

NIPER Guwahati FAQs

Ques. When does the admission procedure start in NIPER?

Ans. Admission procedure begins in the months of May-July. Registration for NIPER entrance exam ends in the last week of June and that for NIPER JEE exam for Ph.D admission ends in May 2nd week.

Ques. How many seats in NIPER are reserved?

Ans. 5% of setas in Masters courses are reserved for students sponsored by Government departments and research organisations and 5% of seats in MBA are reserved for NRI students,

Ques. What is the fee range of courses in NIPER?

Ans. The fee structure per year ranges from Rs.95000 for M.S and M.Pharm and Rs.1,10,000 for PhD courses.

Ques. Who are the top recruiters visiting NIPER?

Ans. Various recruiting companies are Aakash, MACLEODS, APCER, Indegene, Syngene etc.

Ques. What are the average salary package students are offered in NIPER during placements?

Ans. The average salary package for students is around INR. 4.2 Lakhs per annum.