Year
2025
Paper
Paper I and Paper II
Subject
Pharmacology
Phase
2nd Year MBBS
Marks
100 each
Duration
3 hours each
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NTRUHS Pharmacology Question Papers
Looking for NTRUHS Pharmacology previous year question papers for 2nd year MBBS? You are in the right place. GeckoMed hosts NTRUHS Pharmacology papers for 2025, 2024, 2023, 2022, and 2021 each with a topic breakdown and study notes to help you revise faster before your exam.
Sourced from official Dr. NTR University of Health Sciences exam archives.
Open all NTRUHS Pharmacology papers in the GeckoMed appAll Pharmacology Papers - NTRUHS
NTRUHS Pharmacology is a 2nd year MBBS subject examined through two theory papers, Paper I and Paper II, each carrying 100 marks over 3 hours, following NTRUHS's standard theory paper format. Each paper includes an MCQ section and a descriptive section.
| Year | Paper | Subject | Phase | Marks | Duration | Web View |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Paper I and Paper II | Pharmacology | 2nd Year MBBS | 100 each | 3 hours each | View |
| 2024 | Paper I and Paper II | Pharmacology | 2nd Year MBBS | 100 each | 3 hours each | View |
| 2023 | Paper I and Paper II | Pharmacology | 2nd Year MBBS | 100 each | 3 hours each | View |
| 2022 | Paper I and Paper II | Pharmacology | 2nd Year MBBS | 100 each | 3 hours each | View |
| 2021 | Paper I and Paper II | Pharmacology | 2nd Year MBBS | 100 each | 3 hours each | View |
Year
2024
Paper
Paper I and Paper II
Subject
Pharmacology
Phase
2nd Year MBBS
Marks
100 each
Duration
3 hours each
Web View
Year
2023
Paper
Paper I and Paper II
Subject
Pharmacology
Phase
2nd Year MBBS
Marks
100 each
Duration
3 hours each
Web View
Year
2022
Paper
Paper I and Paper II
Subject
Pharmacology
Phase
2nd Year MBBS
Marks
100 each
Duration
3 hours each
Web View
Year
2021
Paper
Paper I and Paper II
Subject
Pharmacology
Phase
2nd Year MBBS
Marks
100 each
Duration
3 hours each
Web View
Each year page includes the full paper for download as a PDF, an online reader view, and a topic breakdown of the questions asked that year.
NTRUHS Pharmacology Exam Pattern
Pharmacology in NTRUHS 2nd year MBBS is assessed through theory, practical, and viva components as per NMC CBME norms.
| Component | Detail |
|---|---|
| Theory Paper I | 100 marks, 3 hours |
| Theory Paper II | 100 marks, 3 hours |
| Total Theory Marks | 200 |
| Question Types | Multiple choice questions and descriptive (short and long answer) questions in each paper |
| Practical, Viva, and Internal Assessment | Assessed separately by your college as per NMC CBME norms |
Component
Theory Paper I
Detail
100 marks, 3 hours
Component
Theory Paper II
Detail
100 marks, 3 hours
Component
Total Theory Marks
Detail
200
Component
Question Types
Detail
Multiple choice questions and descriptive (short and long answer) questions in each paper
Component
Practical, Viva, and Internal Assessment
Detail
Assessed separately by your college as per NMC CBME norms
Paper I typically covers General Pharmacology and Autonomic Nervous System drugs, while Paper II covers Systemic Pharmacology including cardiovascular, CNS, and chemotherapeutic agents, in line with the standard MBBS Pharmacology curriculum split. Check your college's official notification for the exact component-wise weightage in a given year, as internal assessment structures can vary slightly by college.
High-Yield Topics in NTRUHS Pharmacology
Pharmacology has a heavy applied component and certain areas tend to carry more weight across MBBS university exams generally. Commonly high-yield areas for 2nd year Pharmacology include:
| Topic Area | Why It Matters | Study Link |
|---|---|---|
| Pharmacokinetics and Pharmacodynamics | Foundation for every drug-related question | Pharmacology Notes |
| Autonomic Nervous System Drugs | Core to Paper I, frequently tested through problem-based questions | Pharmacology Notes |
| Cardiovascular Drugs | Large weightage in Paper II, clinically relevant later | Pharmacology Notes |
| Antimicrobials and Chemotherapy | Frequently asked, spans several drug classes | Pharmacology Notes |
| CNS Drugs | Common in both theory and viva | Pharmacology Notes |
Topic Area
Pharmacokinetics and Pharmacodynamics
Why It Matters
Foundation for every drug-related question
Study Link
Topic Area
Autonomic Nervous System Drugs
Why It Matters
Core to Paper I, frequently tested through problem-based questions
Study Link
Topic Area
Cardiovascular Drugs
Why It Matters
Large weightage in Paper II, clinically relevant later
Study Link
Topic Area
Antimicrobials and Chemotherapy
Why It Matters
Frequently asked, spans several drug classes
Study Link
Topic Area
CNS Drugs
Why It Matters
Common in both theory and viva
Study Link
A detailed, paper-by-paper frequency analysis based on the actual NTRUHS papers above is available inside the GeckoMed app.
How to Use These Papers
- Start with the most recent year (2025) to understand the current question pattern before moving to older papers
- Time yourself for 3 hours per paper to build exam temperament
- Attempt the MCQ section separately first, then the descriptive section, since NTRUHS papers set them apart
- Cross-check your answers against your Pharmacology notes rather than memorising model answers
- Keep a running list of drug classes you get wrong and revisit them through the topic-wise notes linked above
- Use mnemonics for drug classifications and side effect profiles to speed up recall under exam pressure
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the NTRUHS Pharmacology question paper free to download?
Yes, all NTRUHS Pharmacology previous year question papers on GeckoMed are free to view and download as PDF.
Does the NTRUHS Pharmacology paper follow the NMC CBME pattern?
Yes, the paper is set as per the National Medical Commission's Competency Based Medical Education curriculum for 2nd year MBBS Pharmacology.
How many papers are there in NTRUHS Pharmacology?
NTRUHS Pharmacology has two theory papers, Paper I and Paper II, each carrying 100 marks, along with separate practical and viva components.
Are solutions provided with these papers?
Topic-wise breakdowns are provided on each year page. Full worked solutions are being added progressively; check the GeckoMed app for the latest availability.
How often are new papers added?
GeckoMed updates this page as soon as a new NTRUHS Pharmacology paper becomes available after each exam cycle.
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