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Doctor of Philosophy
Pharmaceutical Sciences

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Ph.D. in Pharmaceutical Sciences

The Doctor of Philosophy in Pharmaceutical Sciences at Chandigarh University, Uttar Pradesh, is one of the most distinguished and sought-after research programmes in the region, built around a demanding, knowledge-intensive curriculum that shapes candidates into future-ready researchers and thought leaders in pharmaceutical science and academia. The programme delves deep into the foundational and advanced disciplines of Pharmaceutical Sciences, encompassing Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Pharmaceutics, Pharmacology, and Pharmacognosy, while also integrating emerging artificial intelligence tools and data-driven methodologies that are steadily transforming the landscape of modern pharmaceutical research. This forward-thinking approach equips scholars to harness AI-powered drug discovery platforms, predictive modelling, and computational analysis alongside traditional research frameworks, igniting a passion for discovery, critical inquiry, and breakthrough scientific thinking. The university offers both full-time and part-time study pathways, empowering scholars to chase their research ambitions without putting their personal and professional lives on hold.

Research Domain

  • Design and development of novel pharmacologically active scaffolds
  • Synthetic chemistry of small drug-like molecules
  • Library synthesis
  • Green Chemistry
  • Experimental medicinal chemistry with drug design strategies.

  • Computer-Aided Drug Design (CADD)
  • Molecular docking, QSAR, pharmacophore modeling
  • In-silico ADMET and toxicity prediction with AI-assisted virtual screening

  • Development and standardization of animal models for
  • Microbial infections,
  • Neurological disorders;
  • Toxicological evaluation of drugs
  • Antigens;
  • Receptor–ligand based in-vitro models;
  • PK/PD profiling
  • Preclinical screening of synthetic and natural compounds.

  • Marker-based standardization of herbal drugs
  • Ethnopharmacological research
  • Evidence-based validation of traditional formulations (Ayurveda)
  • Development of phytopharmaceuticals and nutraceuticals

  • Development of novel drug delivery systems
  • Nanocrystals,
  • Nanoparticles,
  • Liposomes,
  • Micellar systems
  • Polymeric carriers,
  • Design targeted and controlled drug delivery systems.
  • Implement Quality by Design (QbD) in formulation development.
  • Conduct in-vitro and in-vivo evaluations.

  • Method development and validation (ICH guidelines)
  • Stability and degradation studies
  • Quality assurance and impurity profiling
  • Regulatory-compliant analytical documentation

Chandigarh University Ph.D. in Pharmaceutical Sciences Eligibility & Fee Details

  • A 1-year/2-semester master's degree programme after a 4-year/8-semester bachelor’s degree programme or a 2-year/4-semester master’s degree programme after a 3-year bachelor’s degree programme or equivalent in the relevant master’s degree with at least 55% marks in aggregate or 5.5 CGPA on a 10-point scale to qualify for CU-Ph.D. Entrance Test followed by an Interview.
  • A candidate who has completed a 4-year/8-semester bachelor’s degree programme with a minimum of 75% marks in aggregate or 7.5 CGPA on a 10-point scale to qualify for CU-Ph.D.D. Entrance Test followed by an Interview. (A relaxation of 5% marks or its equivalent grade may be allowed for those belonging to SC/ST/OBC (non-creamy layer)/Differently-Abled, and Economically Weaker Section (EWS)). Note: Applicants with a qualified UGC (NET/ JRF)/ CSIR (NET/ JRF) examination/a valid GATE or GPAT scorecard, or a passed M.Phil. Programme (in Regular mode only) are exempted from CU-Ph.D. Entrance Test.

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