Manipal College of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Manipal

Manipal College of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Manipal (MCOPS) stands as one of India's premier pharmaceutical education institutions, established in 1963 under the umbrella of Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE). Located in Manipal, Karnataka, this institution operates as a constituent college of MAHE, which holds the status of a Deemed-to-be-University. With over six decades of academic excellence, MCOPS has carved a niche in pharmaceutical education, research, and innovation. The college holds prestigious accreditations from the Pharmacy Council of India (PCI) and is recognised by the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) and University Grants Commission (UGC). MCOPS has secured Rank 4 in the NIRF Pharmacy Rankings 2025, demonstrating its consistent academic excellence and research output. The institution offers comprehensive pharmaceutical education across multiple levels including Diploma, Undergraduate, Postgraduate, and PhD programmes. The college offers specialised courses in Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Pharmacology, Pharmaceutics, Pharmaceutical Analysis, Pharmaceutical Biotechnology, and Regulatory Affairs. Students gain admission through various entrance examinations including MU-OET (Manipal Entrance Test), NEET-PG for postgraduate programmes, and merit-based selection for certain courses. The institution's commitment to global standards is reflected in its international collaborations, state-of-the-art research facilities, and consistent placement records with leading pharmaceutical companies and research organisations. MCOPS combines traditional pharmaceutical knowledge with modern research methodologies, preparing students for diverse careers in drug discovery, clinical research, pharmaceutical manufacturing, regulatory affairs, and academia.