The Pharmacy Council of India (PCI) has released an important notification regarding the disbursement of the GPAT Scholarship / Pradhan Mantri Scholarship for Pharmacy Post Graduate Studies (PMSPPS) for GPAT qualified candidates of the academic year 2022-2023.
This update is very important for M.Pharm students and GPAT-qualified candidates who are waiting for their scholarship amount.
PCI Official Notice Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Pharmacy Council of India (PCI) |
| Scholarship Name | GPAT Scholarship / PMSPPS |
| Academic Year | 2022-2023 |
| Notice Date | 12 May 2026 |
| Issued By | Registrar-cum-Secretary, PCI |
| Concerned Candidates | GPAT Qualified Students |
What Did PCI Announce?
According to the official circular, PCI has decided that the GPAT-qualified students of the academic year 2022-2023 will now be considered for scholarship disbursement.
However, the scholarship amount will only be released after verification of records received from respective colleges and institutions.
This is a major relief for students who have been waiting for updates regarding the delayed GPAT scholarship process.
Main Highlights of the Notice
Scholarship Will Be Released After Verification
PCI clearly mentioned that:
- Verification of student records is mandatory.
- Colleges/institutions must submit the required details.
- Scholarship payment will be processed only after successful verification.
PCI Has Already Received Student Data
The council stated that it has already received:
- GPAT-qualified student data
- Mobile numbers
- Email addresses
for the academic year 2022-2023.
But some institutions have still not submitted complete required records.
Verification Process Will Start Soon
PCI informed that:
- Once pending details are received from institutions,
- Verification of attendance and student records will begin,
- Scholarship disbursement process will then commence accordingly.
This means students may soon receive further updates regarding payment release.
Official Reference Details
| Reference | Information |
|---|---|
| Circular Number | 14-401/2025-PCI |
| Previous Circular | 14-401/2025-PCI/5863 |
| EC Meeting Reference | Item No. 12 of 443/EC (10.04.2026) |
Who Will Benefit from This Update?
This notification is beneficial for:
- GPAT 2022 qualified students
- GPAT 2023 qualified students
- M.Pharm students awaiting scholarship
- Pharmacy postgraduate aspirants
Students whose institutes have already submitted proper records are likely to receive updates faster.
Important Advice for Students
Candidates are advised to:
- Stay connected with their college administration
- Confirm whether records have been submitted to PCI
- Regularly check PCI notifications
- Keep email ID and mobile number active
Incomplete institutional data may delay scholarship processing.
About PMSPPS Scholarship
The Pradhan Mantri Scholarship for Pharmacy Post Graduate Studies (PMSPPS) is provided to GPAT-qualified pharmacy students pursuing postgraduate studies in pharmacy institutions across India.
The scholarship helps students financially during their M.Pharm education and research activities.
