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PCI Official Update 2026: Diploma in Pharmacy Exit Examination (DPEE) & Student Registration Guidelines
| Notification Summary |
|---|
| The Pharmacy Council of India (PCI) has released a fresh circular (Ref. No. 14-285/2025-PCI) dated 20.02.2026 regarding the Diploma in Pharmacy Exit Examination. The council has directed all State Pharmacy Councils to initiate the registration process for passed-out candidates under Section 32(2) of the Pharmacy Act, 1948. This is a vital update for D.Pharm students awaiting their registered pharmacist status. |
Key Notification Details
| Official Circular Information | |
|---|---|
| Organization | Pharmacy Council of India (PCI) |
| Circular Ref. No. | 14-285/2025-PCI / POLICY-14011/8/2025 |
| Date of Issue | 20th February 2026 |
| Subject | Update on Diploma in Pharmacy Exit Examination – regarding. |
| Applicable To | All Pharmacy Institutions & State Registration Tribunals/Councils |
Major Updates & Registration Guidelines
| Description of Instruction | Action Required |
|---|---|
| State Pharmacy Council Registration | All State Pharmacy Councils are requested to issue registration certificates to students who have passed out as per prescribed conditions u/s 32(2) of the Pharmacy Act. |
| Status of Previous Circular | The previous circular dated 08.12.2025 (Ref: POLICY/I/1581/2025) is now declared NULL AND VOID. |
| Exit Exam Compliance | Registration is to be carried out strictly following the latest DPEE (Exit Exam) regulations as discussed in the 120th and 121st Central Council meetings. |
Historical Reference (Timeline of Exit Exam Circulars)
| Circular Number | Dated | Context |
|---|---|---|
| 14-285/2023-PCI/8903-07 | 02.03.2022 | Initial Exit Exam Framework |
| 14-285/2024-PCI/3966-67 | 27.09.2024 | Registration Protocol Update |
| 120th CC Item No. 30 | May/June 2025 | Council Decision on Implementation |
| 121st CC Item No. 21 | Nov 2025 | Final Procedure Finalization |
| Latest Update | 20.02.2026 | Current Governing Notification |
Urgent Action for Students: Candidates who have completed their D.Pharm are advised to contact their respective State Pharmacy Councils (SPCs) with their passing certificates to initiate the registration process as a Registered Pharmacist, following the latest PCI instructions.
Important Links for D.Pharm Students
| Resource Name | Action Link |
|---|---|
| Download Official PCI Notification (PDF) | Download Now |
| Official PCI Website | Visit Website |
Contact Information
| Pharmacy Council of India (PCI) Contact Details | |
|---|---|
| Address | NBCC Centre, 3rd Floor, Plot No.2, Community Centre, Maa Anandamai Marg, Okhla Phase I, New Delhi – 110020 |
| Email ID | registrar@pci.nic.in |
| Phone Number | 011-61299900, 011-61299901 |
