An Overview

Maria College of Pharmacy, established in 2025 under the Maria Group of Institutions in Thiruvattar, Kanyakumari district, Tamil Nadu, is committed to delivering quality pharmaceutical education. The college is approved by the Pharmacy Council of India (PCI), New Delhi, and is affiliated with The Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University, Chennai.

Academic Programs

The college offers the following programs:

Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm): A four-year undergraduate program following a semester pattern, designed to provide comprehensive knowledge in pharmaceutical sciences. Diploma in Pharmacy (D.Pharm): A two-year program focusing on the fundamentals of pharmacy practice.

Admission Criteria

Admission to the B.Pharm program requires candidates to have completed higher secondary education (10+2) with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology or Mathematics. For SC/ST candidates, a minimum of 40% is required. Candidates from vocational streams or the National Open School are not eligible.

Facilities and Infrastructure

Maria College of Pharmacy is situated in a serene and eco-friendly campus near Thiruvattar, providing a conducive environment for learning. The college is equipped with modern laboratories , a comprehensive library, and other essential facilities to support academic and research activities.

Career Opportunities

Graduates from Maria College of Pharmacy have diverse career options, including roles in pharmaceutical manufacturing, quality control, research and development, hospital and clinical pharmacy, and pharmaceutical marketing. The college also encourages students to pursue higher education, such as M.Pharm, Pharm.D, MBA, or Ph.D. programs.

About Maria Group of Institutions

Maria College of Pharmacy is part of the Maria Group of Institutions, established by the Maria Educational and Charitable Trust. The group encompasses various educational institutions, including colleges of engineering, nursing, Ayurveda, homeopathy, Siddha medicine, and allied health sciences, all aimed at providing quality education in the Kanyakumari district.