Measures To Maintain Quality Of Education In Pharmacy Sector
PCI has prescribed a maximum ratio of 1:20 for both theory and practical classes for Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm) courses.
SIF Editing Window Opens for Pharmacy Institutions
The Pharmacy Council of India (PCI) has announced a seven-day window for medical institutions to make modifications to their submitted Standard Inspection Format (SIF). Institutions that submitted their SIF and completed payment by January 31, 2025, can now edit their forms from February 4, 2025, to February 10, 2025.
PCI Offices to Close in Delhi, Parts of Tamil Nadu and Uttar Pradesh for Elections
The Pharmacy Council of India (PCI) has issued an office order dated February 3, 2025 that its office will remain closed on February 5, 2025. The closures are to facilitate voting during the General Election to the Legislative Assembly of the NCT of Delhi and bye-elections in two Assembly Constituencies each in Tamil Nadu and Uttar Pradesh.
PCI Extends Deadline for Pharmacy Institution Applications for 2025-26
The original deadline of January 17, 2025, has been extended to January 31, 2025. The PCI has emphasized that this is the final opportunity for institutions to submit their Student Information Form (SIF) for the 2025-2026 academic session. Institutions that fail to apply by the new deadline will not be considered for approval for the upcoming academic year.
Pharmacy Council of India Mandates Aadhaar-Based Attendance System for Staff
The AEBAS implementation aims to enhance transparency and accountability in attendance monitoring for pharmacy institutions’ staff. This initiative comes into effect for the upcoming academic session, and further guidelines are expected from the PCI.
PCI Opens Portal for Pharmacy Institution Approvals for 2025-26 Academic Session
Pharmacy institutions can now submit their applications for approval for the upcoming academic year. The PCI has also released a revised Annexure E to its circular dated January 15, 2025.
PCI Addresses Duplicate PAN/Aadhar Error In DIGI-PHARMed Portal Registration
Pharmacists facing registration problems due to the “PAN CARD/Aadhar Already Exists” error can submit their details through a Google Form. A downloadable declaration form (Annexure 1) needs to be completed and submitted through the pharmacist’s institution on official letterhead. This declaration should be accompanied by the pharmacist’s latest self-attested documents.
Pharmacy Council of India Updates Contact Information
The Pharmacy Council of India (PCI) has notified all stakeholders of an update to their communication address and contact numbers. All future correspondence with the PCI should be directed to their new address
Approval Process For Pharmacy Institutions’ Academic Session 2025-26 Applications
The Pharmacy Council of India (PCI) has announced the opening of its portal for pharmacy institutions seeking approval for the academic session 2025-26. From December 18, 2024, to January 15, 2025, existing institutions can apply for continuation of approval, introduction of new courses, raising admissions, or availing specific services through the PCI portal.
Pharmacists and Institutions Required to Verify Profiles for Integration with National Healthcare System
All registered pharmacists must verify their profiles on the DIGI-PHARMed portal using their ABHA number by January 4, 2025. Non-compliance will result in profile deactivation. Pharmacy institutions are responsible for ensuring their faculty have ABHA-verified profiles on DIGI-PHARMed. Starting from the 2025-2026 academic session, only ABHA-verified faculty profiles will be considered for Self-Inspection Form (SIF) applications.
