Diploma in Ayurvedic Pharmacy

**D.Pharm Ayurvedic** usually refers to a **Diploma in Ayurvedic Pharmacy** or a pharmacy diploma focused on **Ayurvedic medicines**, herbal formulations, and traditional Indian medicine systems. It is different from regular **D.Pharm (Diploma in Pharmacy)**, which is based mainly on modern/allopathic pharmaceutical science. ### Course Purpose This course is designed to train students in: * Preparation of Ayurvedic medicines * Herbal drug identification * Storage and dispensing of Ayurvedic medicines * Basics of Ayurveda principles * Raw material processing * Pharmacy management ### Duration The duration is generally **2 years** (varies by institution/board), sometimes with practical training or internship. ### Subjects Commonly Included * Basics of Ayurveda * Dravyaguna (Ayurvedic herbs) * Bhaishajya Kalpana (Ayurvedic pharmaceutics) * Rasa Shastra basics * Pharmacognosy * Anatomy & Physiology * Pharmaceutical Chemistry basics * Drug store management * Practical pharmacy ### Eligibility Criteria 1. Must have passed **10+2** from a recognized board. 2. Science stream may be preferred in some institutes. 3. Minimum marks vary by institution. ### Career Opportunities After completing D.Pharm Ayurvedic, students may work in: * Ayurvedic medical stores * Herbal medicine companies * Ayurvedic pharmacies * Panchakarma / wellness centers * AYUSH-related healthcare units * Self-employment in herbal product business