Pharmacy Technician Part-I

Based on the latest updates from the Punjab Pharmacy Council (PPC), Lahore, the Pharmacy Technician Part-I (1st Year) exam is designed for students seeking Registration in Register “B”. The syllabus covers 5 main subjects.

Key 2026 Examination Details:

• Total Marks per Paper: 100 (Reduced from 120)
• Passing Marks: 50% (50 marks out of 100)
• Structure: 50 Marks MCQs (50 questions) + 50 Marks Subjective
• Exam Duration: 3 Hours

Syllabus Content: Part-I (1st Year)

1. Anatomy & Physiology (Written)

• Anatomy: Introduction to anatomy, anatomical terminologies, surface anatomy.
• Physiology: Structure of cells and tissues, bone structure, joints, skeletal/smooth/cardiac muscles.
• Systems: Blood (composition, RBC/WBC, blood groups, coagulation), Respiratory system (mechanics, ventilation), Skin, Digestive system, Urinary system, Endocrinology (hormones), and Nervous system.

2. Biochemistry & Microbiology (Written)

• Biochemistry: Basic biochemical principles, Carbohydrates, Lipids, Proteins/Amino Acids, Nucleic Acids, Vitamins, Enzymes.
• Microbiology: Introduction to microbiology, classification of microorganisms, sterilization and disinfection, fermentation.
• Applications: Microbiology of air/water/soil, vaccines, and sera.

3. Pharmacognosy (Written)

• Fundamentals: Introduction and scope, classification of crude drugs.
• Evaluation: Organoleptic, physical, chemical, and biological evaluation.
• Active Constituents: Glycosides, alkaloids, volatile oils, resins, tannins, and lipids.
• Plant-based Medicine: Enzymes from plant sources, medicinal plants of Pakistan, extraction techniques.