BTSC Pharmacist Syllabus 2025: Subject Wise Topics, Exam Pattern

BTSC Pharmacist Syllabus Subject-wise Topics

Subject Name

Key Topics Covered

Pharmaceutics

Dosage Forms: Tablets, Capsules, Syrups, Suspensions, Emulsions, Suppositories, Parenterals, Ophthalmic preparations. Pharmaceutical Aids & Processes: Prescription handling, Posology, Pharmaceutical calculations, Incompatibilities, Packaging materials, Size reduction, Filtration, Sterilization (Drying, Heat processes). Quality Assurance (QA): Basic principles of Quality Control and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).

Pharmaceutical Chemistry

Inorganic Chemistry: Identification tests, Limit tests (Chloride, Sulfate, Iron, Heavy Metals), Purity tests, Acid-Base/Redox/Precipitation titrations. Organic Chemistry: Nomenclature, Classification, Chemistry, Adverse effects, and uses of major drug classes (Antiseptics, Disinfectants, Antacids, Cardiovascular drugs, Antibiotics, Antifungal, etc.).

Pharmacology & Toxicology

General Pharmacology: Routes of drug administration, Pharmacokinetics (Absorption, Distribution, Metabolism, Excretion), Pharmacodynamics (Mechanism of action). Systemic Pharmacology: Detailed study and classification of drugs acting on: CVS (Cardiovascular System), CNS (Central Nervous System), ANS (Autonomic Nervous System), Renal system, Respiratory system, and Gastrointestinal system. Chemotherapy: Antibiotics, Antifungal, Antiviral, Antitubercular, and Anticancer drugs. Toxicology: Basics of drug toxicity and poisoning.

Pharmacognosy

Crude Drugs: Introduction, Sources, Classification, Adulteration and Evaluation of crude drugs. Natural Products: Detailed study of natural sources, chemical constituents, and medicinal uses of drugs containing Alkaloids, Glycosides, Volatile Oils, Resins, and Tannins. Examples of Drugs: Senna, Isabgol, Ginger, Aloe, Amla, Cinchona, Ergot, etc.

Biochemistry & Clinical Pathology

Biochemistry: Structure, Function, and Metabolism of Carbohydrates, Lipids, and Proteins. Enzymes, Vitamins, and Coenzymes. Pathophysiology: Etiology and pathogenesis of common diseases (e.g., Diabetes, Hypertension). Clinical Pathology: Basic knowledge of blood, urine analysis, and their significance in diagnosis.

Human Anatomy & Physiology (HAP)

Cell & Tissue: Basic structure and function. Organ Systems: Detailed study of the structure and functions of major organ systems: Skeletal, Muscular, Cardiovascular, Respiratory, Digestive, Urinary, Endocrine, Nervous, Reproductive, and Special Senses.

Hospital & Clinical Pharmacy

Hospital Pharmacy Management: Organization, Function, and Drug Distribution systems (Inpatient & Outpatient). Clinical Pharmacy: Roles of a Clinical Pharmacist, Drug Information Services, Patient counseling, Medication history interview, Therapeutic Drug Monitoring (TDM), and Adverse Drug Reaction (ADR) Monitoring.

Pharmaceutical Jurisprudence

Pharmacy Laws: In-depth knowledge of major Indian pharmaceutical legislation: Drugs and Cosmetics Act, 1940 and Rules, Pharmacy Act, 1948, Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act, and the Drug Price Control Order (DPCO). Ethics: Professional ethics for pharmacists.

Drug Store & Business Management / Community Pharmacy

Store Management: Principles of business management, Financial accounting basics, Inventory control methods (ABC, VED analysis), Purchase procedure, and Salesmanship. Community Pharmacy: Health Education, First Aid, OTC (Over-the-Counter) drug management, and Public health programs.