Archive · 16 Jan 2026

SC upholds diploma in pharmacy as minimum qualification for pharmacists

SC upholds diploma in pharmacy as minimum qualification for pharmacists

The Supreme Court of India recently made a big decision about who can become a pharmacist in Bihar.

They said that the state government can require people to have a diploma in pharmacy to get the job.

Some people with higher degrees, like BPharma or MPharma, were upset because they couldn't apply.

But the court said the state's rule is fair because it helps them find the most suitable people for the job.

The court also explained that pharmacists are very important in hospitals and clinics, as they help with giving out medicines and taking care of patients.

So, the state can decide what qualifications are needed for this important job.

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