What Delhi Pharmaceutical Sciences and Research University (DPSRU) does

Delhi Pharmaceutical Sciences and Research University (DPSRU) is a public State Government University located in New Delhi, India, established by Act 07 of 2008 of the Delhi State Legislature and made operational in 2015. It positions itself as India's first dedicated Pharmacy University and the third of its kind globally, with institutional roots tracing back 57 years to a 1964 D.Pharm polytechnic programme that evolved through the College of Pharmacy (1972) and DIPSAR (2004). DPSRU is 100% grant-in-aid by the Delhi government and is recognised under Sections 2f and 22 of the UGC Act, with 12B status enabling grant receipts; it achieved NAAC accreditation with a grade sheet dated July 2024 after operating for periods without mandatory accreditation, as later flagged by a CAG audit covering April 2018–March 2023.

The university's academic portfolio spans multiple constituent schools — the Delhi Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Research (DIPSAR), the School of Pharmaceutical Sciences (which includes an Ayurveda specialisation), the School of Allied Health Sciences and Management, and the School of Physiotherapy — supplemented by doctoral programmes, certificate courses, the World Class Skill Center, the ASSRM (Advanced Centre for Skills and Simulation in Rehabilitation Medicine), and Centres of Excellence. The institution offers undergraduate, postgraduate, doctoral, and short-term programmes in pharmaceutical sciences, allied health, physiotherapy, sports science, Ayurveda, and hospital management. Recent external collaborations include an MoU with Maharaja Bhupinder Singh Punjab Sports University, Patiala (July 2026) for sports science collaboration, and an MoU with Primus Super Speciality Hospital (September 2025) for clinical training.

DPSRU does not operate a commercial revenue model. As a 100% grant-in-aid state university, it is funded by the Delhi government with tuition fees regulated by the state, and there are no disclosed revenue figures, funding rounds, or investor ownership. Its end-customers are students enrolling in its academic programmes, while its governance rests with a General Council chaired by the Hon'ble Lt. Governor of Delhi, a Board of Governors, an Academic Council, and a Finance Committee. Operational gaps noted by the CAG — including faculty shortages up to 60% and seating-capacity shortfalls up to 59% — remain relevant context for any assessment of institutional capacity.

Name

Delhi Pharmaceutical Sciences and Research University (DPSRU)

Legal name

Delhi Pharmaceutical Sciences and Research University

Website

https://dpsru.edu.in

Company type

Public

Founded year

2015

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1,001–5,000 employees

Short description

Delhi Pharmaceutical Sciences and Research University (DPSRU) is a 100% grant-in-aid State Government University in New Delhi offering undergraduate, postgraduate, doctoral, and certificate programmes across pharmaceutical sciences, allied health, physiotherapy, Ayurveda, and sports science, serving students in India.

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Higher Education

NAICS

Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (6113), Scientific Research and Development Services (5417), Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (54171)

akta.pro primary industry

Workforce Development & Training Grants (Public Health) (HLAJALAM)

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Global Health Research, Clinical Trials & Product Development Partnerships (PDPs) (HLAJAOAM)

Keywords

• Pharmaceutical education
• Allied health sciences
• Pharmacy research
• Higher education
• Physiotherapy training

Headquarters

HQ city

New Delhi

HQ country

India

HQ region

Asia

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Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Infrastructure, Operations, Technology or R&D, Others

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Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

DPSRU is a state government university offering undergraduate, postgraduate, doctoral, and certificate programmes in pharmaceutical sciences, allied health sciences, physiotherapy, Ayurveda, and hospital management. It operates through multiple constituent schools (DIPSAR, School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, School of Allied Health Sciences and Management, School of Physiotherapy) and centres (World Class Skill Center, ASSRM, Centres of Excellence), supported by campus facilities such as library, health centre, computer centre, hostels, placement services, and scholarship programmes.

Product overview

Delhi Pharmaceutical Sciences and Research University (DPSRU) is an educational institution offering a multi-tiered academic portfolio. It operates as a unified university with multiple schools (DIPSAR, School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, School of Allied Health Sciences and Management, School of Physiotherapy), research centres (World Class Skill Center, ASSRM, Centres of Excellence), and doctoral programmes. The institution provides certificate courses, Ayurveda specialization, R&D services, and campus amenities including library, health center, computer center, hostel facilities, placement services, and scholarship programs. The academic structure is organized hierarchically with schools offering undergraduate and postgraduate programmes, supported by centres for skills development and research excellence.

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Brands

• DIPSAR (Delhi Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Research): One of the constituent schools of DPSRU, originally established in 2004 before the university's creation. Offers undergraduate and postgraduate pharmacy programmes.
• School of Pharmaceutical Sciences
• School of Allied Health Sciences and Management
• School of Physiotherapy
• World Class Skill Center (WCSC)
• ASSRM

Products and services

• Delhi Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Research (DIPSAR) Constituent institute of DPSRU offering undergraduate and postgraduate pharmacy programmes, including the foundational D. Pharm. legacy programme originating in 1964.
• School of Pharmaceutical Sciences Constituent school offering pharmaceutical sciences programmes including Ayurveda specialisation for students pursuing pharmaceutical careers.
• School of Allied Health Sciences and Management Constituent school providing programmes in allied health sciences and healthcare/hospital management for students entering the healthcare workforce.
• School of Physiotherapy Constituent school offering physiotherapy education and clinical training programmes for students pursuing careers in physical rehabilitation.
• Doctoral Programmes (Ph.D.) Ph.D. research programmes offered across pharmaceutical sciences and allied health disciplines for scholars pursuing advanced research degrees.
• Certificate Courses Short-term certificate programmes for skill development in various pharmaceutical and health disciplines aimed at working professionals and students.
• World Class Skill Center (WCSC) Skill development and vocational training centre under DPSRU providing industry-aligned training for students and working professionals.
• ASSRM (Advanced Centre for Skills and Simulation in Rehabilitation Medicine) Advanced skills and simulation centre for rehabilitation medicine training, providing practical clinical simulation for students and healthcare professionals.
• Centres of Excellence Specialised research centres for advanced pharmaceutical and health sciences research serving faculty, research scholars, and external collaborators.
• Placement Services Career guidance and placement support service helping DPSRU students secure employment in pharmaceutical and healthcare organisations.

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Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

Two partnerships are on record, tiered minor.

• Maharaja Bhupinder Singh Punjab Sports University, PatialaminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 July 2026MoU signed for collaboration in sports science and related academic programs. This partnership aims to promote education and research in sports science disciplines.
• Primus Super Speciality HospitalminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 15 September 2025MoU signed for academic and clinical collaboration. This partnership provides students with clinical exposure and practical training opportunities in healthcare settings.

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Recent moves7 records

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Direct peers

• Jamia Hamdard University: Delhi-based deemed university with a strong Faculty of Pharmacy offering undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral pharmacy programs alongside allied health sciences — competing for the same Delhi/NCR student pool as DPSRU.
• National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research (NIPER): NIPER is a chain of national-level pharmaceutical sciences institutes in India offering UG, PG, and doctoral programs in pharmacy — directly comparable to DPSRU's core mission and the most natural peer for pharmaceutical sciences education in India.
• Institute of Chemical Technology (ICT Mumbai): Premier Indian institute for chemical and pharmaceutical sciences with strong R&D and industry-linked pharmacy programs — comparable in academic quality, research output, and specialized pharmaceutical focus to DPSRU.
• JSS College of Pharmacy (JSS Academy of Higher Education & Research): JSS College of Pharmacy is consistently ranked among India's top pharmacy colleges, offering UG, PG, and doctoral programs — a comparable specialized pharmaceutical education institution with research and clinical training.
• Annamalai University (Department of Pharmacy): Large state university with an established Faculty of Pharmacy offering diverse UG and PG programs including Ayurveda and pharmaceutical sciences — comparable in state-government university structure and pharmaceutical education scope.
• Manipal Academy of Higher Education (Manipal College of Pharmacy): Operates one of India's top-ranked pharmacy colleges offering UG, PG, and PhD programs with strong industry placement — comparable in academic depth and pharmaceutical sciences breadth to DPSRU.
• Panjab University (University Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences): UIPS is one of India's oldest and most reputable pharmaceutical sciences departments, offering UG, PG, and doctoral programs with strong research output — a direct comparator in academic standing and program scope.
• BITS Pilani (Pharmacy Department): Birla Institute of Technology and Science runs a well-established pharmacy program at its Pilani and Hyderabad campuses, with strong industry placements and research — comparable in academic rigor and pharmaceutical focus.
• Bombay College of Pharmacy: One of India's oldest pharmacy colleges, affiliated with the University of Mumbai, offering UG, PG, and doctoral pharmacy programs — directly comparable to DPSRU in legacy, pharmaceutical sciences focus, and academic positioning.

Emerging players

• Indian Institute of Technology (BHU) — Department of Pharmaceutical Engineering & Technology: IIT BHU runs a dedicated pharmaceutical engineering department with strong research output and elite institutional brand — an emerging top-tier comparator in pharmaceutical sciences and R&D, though smaller in pure pharmacy education scale than DPSRU.

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Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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