Pharm.D (Doctor of Pharmacy) lateral entry allows B.Pharm graduates to directly enter the 2nd year of the Pharm.D program. This option often reduces the overall duration from 3-6 years. Candidates must have earned a 4-year B.Pharm degree with a minimum aggregate score (often 55-60%) to be eligible. The curriculum emphasizes advanced pharmacy techniques, clinical pharmacy, pharmacotherapeutics, and hospital training. Admissions are frequently dependent on admission examinations and/or merit. This route enables pharmacists to improve their qualifications and advance their careers in clinical settings, research, and academia.
