PHARMACY COUNCIL OF INDIA (PCI) NEW POLICY NOTIFICATION 2026
Ref. No. 28-1/2025-PCI | Mandatory Practical Training Verification
Summary: The Pharmacy Council of India (PCI) has issued a critical circular directed at all PCI-approved institutions under u/s 12 of the Pharmacy Act, 1948. This notice mandates the verification of Practical Training (Part-III) by the Principal or Head of the Department for Diploma in Pharmacy students as per the Education Regulations 2020.
Official Notification Overview
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Issuing Authority | Pharmacy Council of India (PCI), New Delhi |
| Reference Number | Ref. No. 28-1/2025-PCI |
| Notification Date | 30th January 2026 |
| Applicable To | All Institutions approved u/s 12 of Pharmacy Act, 1948 |
| Course Involved | Diploma in Pharmacy (D.Pharm) |
Detailed Policy & Regulatory Context
The Central Council meeting of the PCI (held in November 2025) has reinforced the following regulations to maintain high standards in pharmacy education:
| Regulation | Clause Description | Mandatory Requirement |
|---|---|---|
| Education Regulations 2020 | Regulation 21 under Chapter – 4 | A certificate of Diploma in Pharmacy shall only be granted upon producing certificates of passing Part I, Part II, and Part III. |
| Practical Training (Part-III) | Validation Process | Practical Training taken by students MUST be verified by the Principal / Head of the Department. |
| Compliance Status | Strict Compliance | Institutions must strictly follow this for the grant of certificates by the examining authority. |
Key Instructions for Institutions & Students
To ensure the validity of the D.Pharm qualification, the following points are highlighted for strict compliance:
- For Principals/HODs: You are officially directed to verify the completion of the 500 hours/3 months practical training (Part-III) for every student before recommending them for the final diploma certificate.
- For Students: Ensure your practical training manual/certificate is duly signed and verified by the Head of your Institution. Without this verification, the examining authority may not grant the Diploma.
- Regulatory Reference: This is based on the Pharmacy Act, 1948, which governs the conduct of pharmacy courses in India.
Official Contact & Verification Details
| Authority Designation | Contact / E-mail | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Registrar-cum-Secretary (Anil Mittal) | registrar@pci.nic.in | NBCC Centre, Okhla Phase-I, New Delhi |
| PCI Official Website | www.pci.nic.in | New Delhi, India |
| Telephone Helpdesk | 011-65218900-01 | PCI HQ |
Important Links for Download
| Document Description | Action Link |
|---|---|
| Download Official PCI Notification (PDF) | See notification |
| Official PCI Website | Visit Site |
Note: This information is for educational purposes. Please refer to the official PCI website for the latest updates.
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