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N.G.S.M Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences established in 1983, is a constituent college of Nitte (Deemed to be University).

02/10/2026

⚽🏆 NGSMIPS Secures 1st Runner-Up at Nitte University Inter-Collegiate Football Tournament! 🥈

A proud moment for NGSM Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences (NGSMIPS), Nitte (Deemed to be University)! 🎉

Our talented football team showcased determination, teamwork, discipline and sporting spirit at the Nitte University Inter-Collegiate Football Tournament, organized by NMAM Institute of Technology (NMAMIT), Nitte, Karkala.

🏆 Achievement: 1st Runner-Up 🥈

Congratulations to our exceptional players and coaches for their outstanding performance and for bringing laurels to NGSMIPS! 👏⚽

Your passion on the field and commitment to excellence truly make us proud. 💙💛

Congratulations, Team NGSMIPS! 🎊

25/09/2026

💊 WORLD PHARMACISTS DAY 2026 💊
“Empowering pharmacists for healthier futures.”

The NGSM Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences (NGSMIPS), Mangaluru, celebrated World Pharmacists Day 2026 with enthusiasm and a renewed commitment to the pharmacy profession.

🚶‍♂️ Pharmacists for Healthier Futures – Awareness Walk
The celebrations began with an awareness walk from Deralakatte to K. S. Hegde Auditorium, witnessing enthusiastic participation from 700+ pharmacy students and faculty members. The walk highlighted the vital contributions of pharmacists to patient care, public health, and healthcare delivery.

🏅 Honouring Excellence in Pharmacy
A special felicitation ceremony recognized two eminent pharmacists from Dakshina Kannada for their distinguished contributions to the profession and community:

✨ Sri. Arun Kumar Shetty – Prafful Medicals, Mangaluru
✨ Sri. Vinay Rai – Sri Ganesh Medicals, B.C. Road

The programme was graced by Prof. (Dr.) Jayaprakash Shetty, Dean, Nitte Institute of Allied Health Sciences, Mangaluru, as the Chief Guest. The Presidential Address was delivered by Prof. (Dr.) C. S. Shastry, highlighting the evolving role of pharmacists and the importance of empowering pharmacy professionals.

The programme also featured insightful addresses by the felicitated pharmacists, a welcome address by Prof. (Dr.) R. Narayana Charyulu, and the Vote of Thanks by Dr. Uday Venkat Mateti, Nodal Officer, NGSMIPS. The programme was compered by Dr. Ashwini and Ms. Nanditha, Assistant Professors, NGSMIPS.

🌟 The celebration concluded with a renewed commitment to empowering pharmacists, strengthening their role in healthcare, and inspiring the next generation of pharmacy professionals towards healthier futures.

NGSMIPS | Nitte | Empowering Pharmacy, Enabling Healthier Futures

24/09/2026

6th National Pharmacovigilance Week 2026 – Promoting Safer Healthcare

The Adverse Drug Reaction Monitoring Centre (AMC), Justice K. S. Hegde Charitable Hospital, Department of Pharmacology, K. S. Hegde Medical Academy (KSHEMA), and NGSM Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences (NGSMIPS), Nitte (Deemed to be University), Mangaluru, successfully conducted the 6th National Pharmacovigilance Week 2026 from 17th to 23rd September 2026.

The week-long observance was organized around the theme:

“Promoting Rational Use of Medicines Through Pharmacovigilance: A Step Towards Safer Healthcare.”

A range of academic, awareness, and community-oriented activities were conducted throughout the week, including an inaugural programme, awareness skit, poster display, community outreach programmes, an elocution competition, a guest lecture, and a valedictory programme.

The community outreach initiatives at Nitte Community Health Centre, pharmacies in Deralakatte, and Ira Rural Community Health Centre provided opportunities to engage with the community and pharmacy professionals on safe medication practices, adverse drug reactions, rational use of medicines, and the importance of reporting suspected adverse drug reactions.

The Guest Lecture on “Promoting Rational Use of Medicines Through Pharmacovigilance: A Step Towards Safer Healthcare” was delivered by Prof. (Dr.) Roopa P. Nayak, Coordinator, AMC, Yenepoya Medical College, Mangaluru, providing valuable insights into pharmacovigilance and medication safety.

The week concluded with a Valedictory Programme and Prize Distribution Ceremony, recognizing the achievements and active participation of students in the Poster Making and Elocution Competitions.

We sincerely appreciate the contributions of the faculty members, students, healthcare professionals, pharmacy professionals, community members, organizers, and participants who contributed to the successful conduct of the 6th National Pharmacovigilance Week.

The programme reinforced an important message: promoting rational use of medicines and strengthening pharmacovigilance are collective responsibilities essential for safer and better healthcare.

21/09/2026

🎉 Congratulations to Mr. Radhakishan! 🎉

Mr. Radhakishan, Research Scholar in the Department of Pharmacy Practice, NGSM Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences, has secured the Second Prize in the Poster Presentation Competition for his research work entitled “Introducing Home Medication Review to Older Patients and Caregivers.”

The award was presented during the 14th National IPA Student Congress, organized by the Indian Pharmaceutical Association (IPA), Kerala State Branch, held on 19–20 September 2026.

👏 Heartiest congratulations to Mr. Radhakishan on this remarkable achievement! We wish him continued success in his research and academic endeavors. 🌟

17/09/2026

Inauguration of the 6th National Pharmacovigilance Week – 2026
The Adverse Drug Reaction Monitoring Centre (AMC) of Justice KS Hegde Charitable Hospital (JKSHCH), Department of Pharmacology of KS Hegde Medical Academy and NGSM Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences (NGSMIPS), Nitte (Deemed to be University), Mangaluru inaugurated the 6th National Pharmacovigilance Week 2026 on 17th September 2026 at the Glass House, Justice K S Hegde Charitable Hospital, Deralakatte, Mangaluru. The week-long observance, being held from 17–23 September 2026, is centred on the theme “Promoting Rational Use of Medicines Through Pharmacovigilance: A Step Towards Safer Healthcare.” The inaugural programme was presided over by Prof. (Dr) B Sandeep Rai, Dean, KSHEMA. Prof. (Dr) Satheesh Rao, Department of Psychiatry, JKSHCH, graced the occasion as the Chief Guest. Prof. (Dr) C S Shastry, Director (Research & Strategic Initiatives), NGSMIPS, was the Guest of Honour. The programme highlighted the importance of pharmacovigilance, rational use of medicines, early detection and reporting of adverse drug reactions, and strengthening medication safety practices among healthcare professionals and students. The programme was coordinated by Prof. (Dr) Sumalatha R Shetty, Medical Superintendent, JKSHCH, Prof. (Dr) Ravichandra V, HoD, Department of Pharmacology, KSHEMA and Dr. Uday Venkat Mateti, Associate Professor, NGSMIPS.

02/09/2026

📢 RECRUITMENT NOTIFICATION | PROJECT ASSISTANT
An exciting opportunity for aspiring pharmaceutical researchers!
Nitte Pharma Innovation Centre invites applications from motivated and research-driven candidates for the position of Project Assistant for a short-term, industry-funded research project.
🔬 Position: Project Assistant
⏳ Duration: 3–6 Months
📍 Place of Work: NPIC, NGSMIPS, Mangaluru
🎓 Eligibility: B.Pharm / M.Pharm / M.Sc. Graduates
The selected candidate will gain valuable hands-on experience in pharmaceutical formulation development, product characterization, analytical evaluation, scientific documentation, and laboratory research practices.
📩 Apply by sending your updated CV to:
[email protected]
📅 Application Deadline: September 5, 2026
Local candidates will be given preference.

01/09/2026

SDG 6 | Every Drop Counts
As part of the SDG 6: Clean Water and Sanitation initiative, the SDG Cell of NGSM Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences conducted a Water Conservation Awareness Program at VidyaRathna English Medium School, Deralakatte, on 28 August 2026.
The session focused on the importance of water conservation, along with an interactive water testing demonstration and engaging activities including poster making, slogan writing, and a quiz. It was wonderful to see 80 students from Classes 7 and 8 actively participate and share their ideas for protecting this precious resource.
The program concluded with the distribution of prizes to the winners, celebrating their creativity, knowledge, and enthusiasm for water conservation.
A meaningful step towards nurturing young water-conscious citizens—because every drop
saved today shapes a sustainable tomorrow.

20/08/2026

🌿 AATI KASHAYA DAY 2026 🌿
Celebrating the Traditional Knowledge of Tulunadu

NGSM Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Mangaluru, through its Indian Knowledge System (IKS) Committee, celebrated Aati Kashaya Day on 12 August 2026, coinciding with Aati Amavasya.

The programme brought together nearly 100 B.Pharm and M.Pharm students, faculty members and scholars to explore the rich cultural heritage, traditional medicinal practices and indigenous knowledge associated with the month of Aati.

🎙️ Guest Lecture
Dr. Saigeetha Hegde delivered an insightful lecture on “Aati Kashaya – Traditional Knowledge and Cultural Significance”, highlighting the connection between traditional healthcare practices, medicinal plants, food traditions and the cultural identity of Tulunadu.

🌱 Traditional Knowledge & Medicinal Plants
Participants were introduced to Alstonia scholaris (Saptaparni/Pale Mara), traditionally associated with Aati Kashaya, and learned about its cultural and traditional significance.

🥤 The celebration also included the preparation and distribution of Aati Kashaya, giving students an opportunity to experience and appreciate an important traditional practice of Tulunadu.

The programme reinforced the importance of documenting, preserving and scientifically exploring indigenous knowledge, while connecting traditional wisdom with contemporary pharmaceutical education.

✨ Celebrating our roots. Preserving our knowledge. Inspiring the future.

15/08/2026

🇮🇳 Happy Independence Day! 🇮🇳

Let us celebrate the spirit of freedom, unity and the remarkable journey of our nation.

May we continue to contribute to a stronger India through knowledge, innovation, compassion and service. 🎓💙

NGSM Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences wishes everyone a proud and patriotic Independence Day!

Jai Hind! 🇮🇳

07/08/2026

🎓 From Mr. to Dr. – A Proud Milestone! 🎉
NGSM Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences proudly congratulates Dr. Anish John on the successful defence of his Ph.D. thesis, marking a significant milestone in his academic and research journey.
This remarkable achievement reflects his dedication, perseverance, and commitment to scientific excellence under the esteemed guidance of Dr. Anoop Narayanan V.
We are proud to celebrate this achievement and extend our best wishes to Dr. Anish John as he continues to contribute to academia, research, and the healthcare sector through .
Wishing him continued success and many more milestones ahead! 🌟

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N. G. S. M Institute Of Pharmaceutical Sciences
Mangalore
575018

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http://ngsmips.nitte.edu.in/

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