The Department of Pharmacology at Mallige College of Pharmacy plays a vital role in teaching, research, and innovation across the B.Pharm., M.Pharm. (Pharmacology), and Ph.D. programs. The M.Pharm. (Pharmacology) program was established in 2010, followed by the Ph.D. program in 2019. The department has graduated over 190 postgraduate students and currently guides several doctoral scholars.

The department provides comprehensive training in pharmacology, toxicology, pharmacovigilance, drug discovery, and preclinical research. State-of-the-art facilities, including an animal house, zebrafish research facility, molecular biology laboratories, and pharmacological screening units, support both teaching and research activities. Major research areas include neuropharmacology, cancer pharmacology, metabolic disorders, and natural product-based drug discovery. Collaborative partnerships with industry further strengthen research, innovation, training, and industry-academia interaction.

The Department of Pharmaceutics at Mallige College of Pharmacy is dedicated to excellence in pharmaceutical education, research, and innovation. The department offers M.Pharm. (Pharmaceutics), providing advanced training in formulation development, novel drug delivery systems, biopharmaceutics, pharmacokinetics, pharmaceutical technology, and regulatory sciences. Modern laboratories and research facilities support hands-on learning and scientific exploration. Research focuses on nanotechnology-based drug delivery, targeted and controlled release systems, pharmaceutical nanocarriers, transdermal and transmucosal delivery, and formulation development of natural and synthetic therapeutics. The department prepares students for careers in pharmaceutical industries, research, academia, regulatory affairs, and entrepreneurship.

The Department of Pharmacognosy at Mallige College of Pharmacy offers an advancing education, research, and innovation in the field of medicinal plants and natural products. The department offers specialized training in herbal drug technology, phytopharmaceuticals, and quality assurance of natural products. Modern laboratory facilities provide students with practical experience in the extraction, isolation, characterization, and standardization of bioactive plant constituents. Research activities emphasize herbal formulation development, nutraceuticals, and natural product-based drug discovery. Through a strong focus on scientific inquiry and innovation, the department equips graduates for rewarding careers in the pharmaceutical, herbal, nutraceutical, and healthcare sectors.

The Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry at Mallige College of Pharmacy is committed to develop skilled professionals in drug discovery and development. The department is supported by well-qualified, skilled, and experienced faculty who guide students through academic excellence and innovative research. It offers comprehensive academic programmes that provide a strong foundation in medicinal and pharmaceutical chemistry, focusing on the design, synthesis, and evaluation of pharmaceutical compounds. The curriculum includes core subjects such as organic chemistry, biochemistry, medicinal chemistry, pharmaceutical analysis and computational chemistry, along with advanced topics like drug design and in-silico studies.

The department emphasizes hands-on laboratory training, enabling students to gain practical experience in synthesis, characterization, and drug analysis. It is actively involved in research areas such as antimicrobial, anticancer, and anti-inflammatory studies, supported by grants from Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences. Graduates are well-prepared for careers in pharmaceutical industries, research organizations, academia, and higher studies including Ph.D. programmes.

The Department of Pharmacy Practice at Mallige College of Pharmacy provides comprehensive training in clinical pharmacy, pharmacovigilance, medication management, patient counselling, and evidence-based practice. Integrated hospital-based training at Mallige Hospital enables students to gain hands-on clinical experience through postings, ward rounds, patient case presentations, medication reviews, drug information services, and adverse drug reaction monitoring. Regular seminars, workshops, research projects, and community outreach activities further enhance professional competencies. The department prepares graduates to contribute effectively to multidisciplinary healthcare teams and promote optimal patient outcomes through high-quality pharmaceutical care.