The Department of Pharmacognosy at Krishna Institute of Pharmacy focuses on studying crude drugs, primarily derived from plants. As a branch of pharmacy, it aims to identify, isolate, and study bioactive compounds from natural sources, emphasizing their pharmacological activities and potential therapeutic uses. We are dedicated to educating the students in such a manner that, they shall be able to cope with the demands of the herbal drug industry. We are motivated to instil the skill sets that the students are expected to possess in the competitive arena of pharmaceutical education, research, and industry.

Our faculty members are devoted to cultivating a learning environment conducive to the overall development of students. We utilize innovative pedagogical practices, and state-of-the-art facilities to provide a supportive learning experience to the students. Our faculty members are also actively involved in research in areas such as extraction, isolation, and standardization of herbal drugs and medicinal plant biotechnology. We encourage students to take up various research projects.

Our department has advanced facilities, well-equipped laboratories, the museum as well as a medicinal plant garden for a better understanding related to the subject. Our domain expertise includes Pharmacognosy and Phytochemistry, Herbal Drug Technology, Quality Control and Standardization of Herbals, Plant Tissue Culture and Dietary Supplements and Nutraceuticals.

To be a globally recognized center of excellence in Pharmacognosy, pioneering advancements in the study of natural products and herbal drugs, and producing highly skilled professionals equipped to excel in the herbal drug industry and contribute to the field of pharmaceutical education and research.

• To provide high-quality education in Pharmacognosy, ensuring students develop a deep understanding of the identification, isolation, and study of bioactive compounds from natural sources, with a focus on herbal drugs.
• To equip students with the necessary skills and knowledge to meet the demands of the herbal drug industry, fostering their competitiveness in pharmaceutical education, research, and industry.
• To cultivate a culture of innovation and research among faculty and students, focusing on areas such as extraction, isolation, and standardization of herbal drugs, as well as medicinal plant biotechnology.
• To actively advance knowledge in Pharmacognosy and related fields, encouraging students to undertake various research projects and engage in scholarly activities.

• Focus on instilling practical skills in students, enabling them to meet the challenges of the herbal drug industry and excel in the competitive pharmaceutical landscape.
• Actively engage in cutting-edge research, particularly in extraction, isolation, and standardization of herbal drugs, and contribute to the scientific community.
• Foster strong ties with the herbal drug industry, facilitating collaborative initiatives for mutual benefit and keeping the curriculum aligned with industry requirements.
• Empower students to take on research projects, encouraging a hands-on approach to learning and fostering a passion for scientific inquiry.
• Continuously upgrade and maintain advanced facilities, well-equipped laboratories, a comprehensive museum, and a medicinal plant garden to provide a rich learning experience.
• Develop expertise in various domains of Pharmacognosy, including Pharmacognosy and Phytochemistry, Herbal Drug Technology, Quality Control and Standardization of Herbals, Plant Tissue Culture, and Dietary Supplements and Nutraceuticals.

• Interactive Lectures
• Laboratory Practical Sessions
• Field Visits and Industry Exposure
• Research Projects
• Innovative Pedagogical Practices
• Museum Utilization
• Medicinal Plant Garden
• Quality Control and Standardization Exercises
• Guest Lectures and Workshops
• Continuous Assessment, such as quizzes, presentations, and project evaluations, to ensure ongoing feedback and reinforcement of learning