Sankaralingam Bhuvaneswari College of Pharmacy (SBCP), established in 1988, is a prestigious pharmacy institution located in Sivakasi, Virudhunagar district, Tamil Nadu. It holds the distinction of being the first pharmacy college in Tamil Nadu and has been a pioneer in pharmaceutical education for over three decades.
The college was established by the SBCP Education Society under the Sankaralingam Bhuvaneswari Trust and operates as a self-financed institute. Affiliated with The Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University, Chennai, SBCP is recognized by the Pharmacy Council of India (PCI) and approved by AICTE.
Spread across a sprawling campus in Anaikuttam, Sivakasi, the college offers a range of programs from diploma to doctoral levels, making it a comprehensive center for pharmaceutical education and research in South India.
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Eligibility Criteria
Course
Eligibility
D.Pharm
Passed 10+2 in Science stream
B.Pharm
10+2 with Physics & Chemistry and Mathematics / Biology / Computer Science
B.Pharm (Lateral)
Completed D.Pharm with 40% marks (35% for SC/ST candidates)
M.Pharm
Completed B.Pharm degree
Ph.D.
Master’s degree in Pharmacy
Selection Process
Admission is primarily based on merit in the qualifying examination
Entrance exams like GPAT, DSAT, BITSAT, and NEET may be considered
Admissions are conducted as per the guidelines of Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University
Placements 2026
SBCP has a dedicated Training and Placement Cell that provides intensive training to prepare students for interviews and careers in the pharmaceutical industry.
Placement Statistics (2024)
Parameter
Details
Highest Package
₹8.2 LPA
Average Package
₹6.4 LPA
Median Package
₹6.2 LPA
Lowest Package
₹5.0 LPA
Number of Offers
115
Students Placed
110
Companies Visited
27
Top Recruiters
Sector
Companies
Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
Zydus Cadila Ltd., Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories, Cipla, Biocon, Glenmark
Healthcare
Apollo Hospitals, Manipal Hospitals, Kavery Hospital
Retail Pharmacy
MedPlus, Apollo Pharmacy
Placement Notes
Final-year students are eligible for campus interviews
20-30% of students get placed through campus placements
Average package typically ranges from ₹2-3 LPA for D.Pharm graduates
The placement cell provides intensive training for all students to face industry interviews
Infrastructure & Facilities
SBCP boasts a world-class infrastructure spread across a 20-acre campus.
Academic Facilities
Facility
Details
Classrooms
Modern teaching aids including multimedia projectors, computers, and overhead projectors
Laboratories
Well-equipped with latest instruments for hands-on training and live demonstrations
Library
Thousands of books, national & international journals, CD versions, scientific videotapes, reprographic services, and high-speed internet
Computer Center
Available
Health Center
Available
Hostel Facilities
Parameter
Details
Total Hostel Capacity
225 Students
Boys Hostel
Separate hostel with fully furnished facilities and independent mess
Girls Hostel
Available
Hostel Fee (B.Pharm)
₹21,150 per year
Hostel Fee (M.Pharm/D.Pharm)
₹18,150 per year
Other Facilities
Playground
Guest House
Staff Quarters (3 quarters)
Cafeteria / Canteen
Auditorium
Sports
Medical Lab
Disclaimer: This article is based on publicly available information as of July 2026. Admission policies, fees, cutoff ranks, and placement figures are subject to change. Readers are strongly advised to verify all information through official college and university channels before making any admission decisions.
