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How to become a Pharmacist

Pharmacists make sure people get the right medicine in the right dose, and know how to take it. They work in hospitals, in chemist shops and in companies that make and test medicines.

The route from Class 10

  1. Class 10
    Choose your stream
  2. Class 11–12
    Science (PCB or PCM)

    In Class 11–12, take the Science stream — PCB or PCM both work for pharmacy.

  3. After Class 12
    State entrance testsCUET

    A B.Pharm is through state tests (such as MHT-CET), CUET at some universities, or the college's own admission. PCB and PCM both work.

  4. Then
    Study, skills and first job

    Set out step by step in the Career Blueprint.

  5. Where this path leads
    Pharmacist

What the work involves

  • Checking prescriptions and giving out medicines
  • Explaining doses and side effects to patients
  • In industry, making medicines or checking their quality

You might enjoy it if

  • Chemistry and Biology are subjects you like
  • You are careful with details
  • You want a job that helps people directly

Is it right for you?

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