Admissions Process
The admission process for the Pharmacy program at Raffles University Alwar is designed to identify and select the most qualified and motivated candidates. The process is conducted through a combination of national-level entrance examinations and merit-based criteria.
For undergraduate admissions, students must have completed their 12th-grade education with a minimum of 60% marks in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology (PCB). The admission process includes:
- Application Submission: Candidates must fill out the online application form and upload the required documents.
- Entrance Examination: Students must appear for the JEE Advanced or JEE Main examination, depending on the category of admission.
- Merit List Preparation: Based on the entrance examination scores and academic performance, a merit list is prepared.
- Seat Allocation: Seats are allocated based on the merit list and the preferences of the candidates.
- Document Verification: Selected candidates must undergo document verification and complete the admission formalities.
Eligibility criteria are as follows:
| Category | Qualifying Exam | Minimum Percentage in 12th Grade | Subject Combination | Age Limit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General | JEE Advanced/JEE Main | 60% | PCB | 25 years |
| EWS | JEE Advanced/JEE Main | 60% | PCB | 25 years |
| OBC-NCL | JEE Advanced/JEE Main | 60% | PCB | 25 years |
| SC | JEE Advanced/JEE Main | 60% | PCB | 25 years |
| ST | JEE Advanced/JEE Main | 60% | PCB | 25 years |
| PwD | JEE Advanced/JEE Main | 60% | PCB | 25 years |
Admission statistics for the last five years are as follows:
| Year | General | EWS | OBC-NCL | SC | ST | PwD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 120 | 30 | 90 | 20 | 10 | 5 |
| 2021 | 110 | 25 | 85 | 18 | 8 | 4 |
| 2022 | 100 | 20 | 80 | 15 | 7 | 3 |
| 2023 | 90 | 18 | 75 | 12 | 6 | 3 |
| 2024 | 80 | 15 | 70 | 10 | 5 | 2 |
Strategic advice for aspirants includes:
- Exam Preparation: Students should start preparing early and focus on understanding the concepts rather than rote learning. Regular practice with sample papers and mock tests is essential.
- Time Management: Effective time management is crucial for success in the entrance examination. Students should create a study schedule and stick to it.
- Choice Filling Strategy: When filling the choices in the counseling process, students should consider their rank, preferences, and the cutoffs of previous years to maximize their chances of getting into their preferred institution.
- Document Preparation: Candidates should prepare all the required documents in advance and ensure that they meet the eligibility criteria.