The Vinayaka Mission’s College of Pharmacy (VMCP), Salem, established in the year 1982 is the pioneer institution of the Thirumuruga Kirupananda Variyar Thavathiru Sundara Swamigal (TKVTSS) Medical Educational and Charitable Trust. It plays a vital role in the field of Pharmacy education and caters to the needs of society by meeting the ever-increasing demand for pharmacists in India and abroad. The college that started with the Diploma in Pharmacy program now also offers B.Pharm (from 1993), M.Pharm (from 2003) in 7 specializations, Pharm.D, Pharm.D (PB) (from 2009) and the Doctoral Program in Pharmacy (from 2004). The college is a constituent college of Vinayaka Mission's Research Foundation Deemed to be University, Salem and is approved by the Pharmacy Council of India (PCI) and All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE), New Delhi. Several hundreds of students have graduated from the college successfully and are practicing the profession of Pharmacy across the globe and serving the community at large.
The college has its own, independent, multi-storeyed, well-designed building located at the scenic foothills of Yercaud (a hill resort) with excellent infrastructural facilities including classrooms, laboratories, library and an auditorium. The departments are well-equipped with modern and sophisticated equipment.
Life in a college or university campus is a unique experience. You‛ll find opportunities for internships and activities that help you test career paths and build experience in preparation for the prospective job. This is how you always dreamed college would be an exciting, world-class education in a stimulating, classical city. This is Vinayaka Mission‛s College of Pharmacy, Salem - a vibrant neighborhood, an enriched environment, where just as much attention is given to creature comforts and aesthetically pleasing surroundings as to the tools for advancing academics, both absolutely necessary for a quality education. Numerous lectures, seminars and conferences, a plethora of student organizations and social and sports activities mean that life on the campus is always exciting and engaging. It is fertile ground, where potential and opportunity inevitably turn into purpose, scholarship and leadership.
Students generally enthusiastic about classes, seminars and social events, further expand their exploration of knowledge and life itself. You‛ll be busy, but the best kind of being busy. Busy in trying to learn new technologies, formulations and experiments. With the student chapters and clubs, there‛s no better place to meet new people, try new things and get involved. The college works from 9:30 am to 4:30 pm With more than 30 years in the field of quality teaching, we‛ve learned a thing or two about keeping our students happy, healthy and successful. You are most welcome to visit us and we will show you what makes our college and our college life is so special.
Salem popularly known as the Steel City is a geologist’s paradise, surrounded by hills and landscape dotted with hillocks. Salem is also the capital of Salem District whose other major locations are Mettur, Omalur and Attur. Salem has a vibrant culture dating back to the ancient Kongu Nadu. The name Salem is derived from the Sanskrit word “Sailam” denoting an area surrounded by hills.
The city of Salem is the focal point of the surrounding agricultural area. Salem is also very famous for its mangoes, stainless steel and handlooms. Its industries include textiles, cotton and silk apparel and chemicals. Iron-ore deposits and magnesite deposits are found not far from the city.
The town is surrounded by an amphitheatre of hills, Nagarmalai in the north, Jeragamalai in the south, Kanjanamalai in the west and Godumalai in the east. It is divided by Thirumanimuthar in the main division. The fort is the oldest place in the town. The district is well connected by air, rail and road networks. Salem is also at the base of the renowned tourist destination of Yercaud Hills, which offers breathtaking views, both during the ride up hill and from the peak. The temperature is between 25° C – 32° C.
To achieve excellence in the field of pharmaceutical education eventually contributing to our nation development
The following mission statement aim at translating our vision into reality.
Committed to promote the health and wellbeing of society by producing competent and motivated pharmacists by providing excellent pharmaceutical education in a stimulating academic environment and developing a strong bond between the institute, students and industry.