About Council

About jharkhand state pharmacy council

We Nourish the Pharmacists

Jharkhand State came into existence on 15th November, 2000. After the formation of Jharkhand State from Bihar, "Jharkhand State Registration Tribunal, Pharmacy" was established by the Government of Jharkhand which was an arrangement for registration of pharmacists as per The Pharmacy Act, 1948. Now Jharkhand State Pharmacy Council which is a statutory body functioning under the Health, Medical Education and Family Welfare Department, Government of Jharkhand stands constituted from February, 2018. It is constituted under Section 19 of the Pharmacy Act, 1948. It has 15 members out of which 5 are nominated by the State Government, 6 are elected from amongst the Registered Pharmacist, 3 ex-officio members and one member elected from amongst themselves by the members of Medical Council or the Council of Medical Registration of the State.

  • To ensure implementation of The Pharmacy Act, 1948 in the state.
  • To implement the Education Regulations, 2020.

  • I swear by the code of Ethics of Pharmacy Council of India in relation with the community and shall act as an integral part of health care team.
  • I shall uphold the laws and standards governing my profession.
  • I shall strive to perfect and enlarge my knowledge to contribute to the advancement of pharmacy and public health.
  • I shall follow the system which I consider best for pharmaceutical care and counselling of patients.
  • I shall endeavour to discover and manufacture drugs of quality to alleviate sufferings of humanity.
  • I shall hold in confidence the knowledge gained about the patients in connection with my professional practice and never divulge unless compelled to do so by the law.
  • I shall associate with organisations having their objectives for betterment of the Profession of Pharmacy and make contribution to carry out the work of those organisations.
  • While I continue to keep this oath unviolated, may it be granted to me to enjoy life and the practice of pharmacy respected by all, at all times!
  • Should I trespass and violate this oath, may the reverse be my lot!