B. V. Patel Pharmaceutical Education & Research Development (PERD) Centre, Ahmedabad was established in 1990.

The college is managed by B. V. Patel Education Trust in conjuncture with the Indian Pharmaceutical Association.

The institute is India's first multidisciplinary, postgraduate research institute, dedicated to the pursuit of excellence in the pharmaceutical sciences.

PERD today is an internationally recognized research institute, providing the Pharmaceutical industry and Academia the opportunity and resources to undertake the latest in research and development.

The institute is equipped with the latest and best R&D facilities, highly qualified scientific & technical personnel & regular education, training and developmental activities.

PERD Centre is a non-profit organization, acts as a supportive partner to the pharmaceutical industry and academia, providing the facilities and resources to undertake the latest in research and development.