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DHA (Dubai) Licensing Guide for Pharmacists

Official 2025–2026 DHA (Dubai) licensing pathway for pharmacists: fees (AED 1,960 – AED 2,210), passing score (60%), exam pattern (150 MCQs, 180 minutes (3 hours)), DataFlow checklist, and free practice questions.

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Exam Pattern & Passing Score

Updated 2026-09-11

Official Exam Title	DHA Pharmacist Licensure Examination (CBT)
Passing Score Threshold	60%
Total Questions & Format	150 MCQs (Computer-Based Test (CBT), Single Best Answer)
Exam Duration	180 minutes (3 hours)
Permitted Attempts	Up to 3 attempts per application cycle
Licensing Jurisdiction	Emirate of Dubai (including private and public healthcare facilities)

Official Fee Structure & Estimated Budget

Approx. Converted Rates

The total investment to obtain your DHA (Dubai) license includes authority credentialing, document verification via DataFlow, and the Prometric CBT seat fee:

Expense Component	Official Cost	Estimated USD / INR Reference
Authority Application & Credentialing	AED 210 (~$57 USD)	Paid online during registration
DataFlow Primary Source Verification (PSV)	AED 700 – AED 950 (~$190 – $260 USD)	Includes education, license & employment
Prometric CBT Examination Fee	AED 1,050 (~$285 USD / ₹24,000 INR)	Paid to Prometric at seat reservation
Total Estimated Budget	AED 1,960 – AED 2,210	$535 – $600 USD (₹44,000 – ₹50,000 INR)

*Note: Currency exchange rates fluctuate. Exact Prometric booking fees vary slightly depending on international bank processing and local taxes.

Exam Blueprint & Topic Distribution

Questions on the DHA (Dubai) Pharmacist examination are distributed across the following core clinical categories:

Clinical Pharmacology & Therapeutics (35%)

Pharmaceutical Calculations & Compounding (20%)

Pharmacokinetics & Drug Interactions (15%)

Pharmacy Practice & Ethics (15%)

Toxicology & Patient Safety (15%)

Required Documents for DataFlow & Eligibility

Ensure you possess clear, color-scanned copies of the following documents before initiating your primary source verification (PSV):

Degree certificate in Pharmacy (B.Pharm, Pharm.D, or M.Pharm)
Pharmacy Council registration certificate / practicing license
Official academic transcripts from accredited university
Certificate of Good Standing (CGS) from Pharmacy Council
Experience certificate showing minimum 2 years in hospital, retail, or clinical pharmacy

Prometric Test Centers & Candidate Scheduling

Once your DHA (Dubai) eligibility number is generated, you can schedule your examination on Prometric.com at any authorized testing center worldwide. Popular testing centers for Gulf candidates include:

India & Kerala

Kochi, Thiruvananthapuram, Mumbai, New Delhi, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Chennai, Ahmedabad

Pakistan & Philippines

Islamabad, Lahore, Karachi, Manila, Cebu City

Middle East (GCC)

Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Doha, Riyadh, Jeddah, Dammam, Muscat, Manama

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the passing score for the DHA (Dubai) Pharmacists exam?

The official passing score for the DHA (Dubai) Pharmacist exam is 60%. Candidates are assessed on a scaled scoring system across all blueprint domains.

How much does the DHA (Dubai) Pharmacists exam cost?

The estimated total cost is AED 1,960 – AED 2,210 ($535 – $600 USD / approx. ₹44,000 – ₹50,000 INR). This includes the initial authority credentialing fee (AED 210 (~$57 USD)), DataFlow Primary Source Verification (AED 700 – AED 950 (~$190 – $260 USD)), and the Prometric CBT booking fee (AED 1,050 (~$285 USD / ₹24,000 INR)).

How many questions are on the DHA (Dubai) Pharmacist exam, and how long does it take?

The exam consists of 150 MCQs administered over 180 minutes (3 hours) in a Computer-Based Test (CBT), Single Best Answer format.

Where can I take the DHA (Dubai) Prometric examination?

The exam can be scheduled at any authorized Prometric testing center worldwide, including test centers in India (Kerala: Kochi and Thiruvananthapuram; Mumbai, New Delhi, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Chennai), Pakistan (Islamabad, Lahore, Karachi), the Philippines (Manila, Cebu), and across the GCC.

What is the DataFlow Primary Source Verification (PSV) process?

DataFlow verifies your educational credentials, council registration licenses, certificates of good standing, and employment experience letters directly with the issuing institutions. You must obtain a positive DataFlow PSV report to receive your exam eligibility letter.