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The Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) has released the official notification for the Pharmacist (Bheshajik) Main Examination 2026. This recruitment drive aims to fill 560 vacancies under the Directorate of Medical and Health Services, UP. Interested candidates who have a valid PET 2025 score card and a Diploma in Pharmacy can apply online between 09 March 2026 and 29 March 2026. This is a golden opportunity for medical professionals seeking government jobs in Uttar Pradesh.
UPSSSC Pharmacist Recruitment 2026 Overview
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| UPSSSC Pharmacist (Bheshajik) Main Exam Recruitment 2026 Advertisement No.:- 01-Exam/2026 | |
| Recruitment Authority | UP Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) |
| Post Name | Pharmacist (Bheshajik) |
| Total Vacancies | 560 |
| Job Location | Uttar Pradesh |
| Start Date to Apply | 09 March 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 29 March 2026 |
| Qualification | Diploma in Pharmacy + UP PET 2025 |
| Age Limit | 18 to 40 Years |
| Selection Process | PET Score Shartlisting, Written Main Exam |
| Salary | Pay Level-5 (Rs. 29,200 - 92,300) |
| Application Fees |
General/OBC/EWS: Rs. 25/- SC/ST: Rs. 25/- PH (Divyang): Rs. 25/- |
| Application Mode | Online via upsssc.gov.in |
| Syllabus & PYQs PDF | View Details Below |
| Official Notification | Download PDF |
| Official Website | UPSSSC Official Site |
| 👉 Apply Online Now | |
Important Date
- Notification Released: 28 February 2026
- Application Start: 09 March 2026
- Last Date : 29 March 2026
- Fee Payment Last Date: 29 March 2026
- Correction Last Date: 05 April 2026
- Exam Date: To be announced
Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Maximum Age: 40 Years
- Age Relaxation:
- As per UP Government rules for SC, ST, OBC, and PWD categories. State government employees receive a relaxation of up to 5 years.
- Note: Age will be calculated as of 1st July 2026.
Application Fees
- General / OBC / EWS: Rs. 25/-
- SC / ST: Rs. 25/-
- PH (Divyang): Rs. 25/-
- Note: This is only the online processing fee. Shortlisted candidates for the Main Exam will have to pay the actual examination fee separately before downloading the admit card.
Qualification
- Essential: Diploma in Pharmacy from a recognized institution.
- Registration: Must be registered with the State Pharmacy Council, Uttar Pradesh.
- Mandatory Requirement: Must have appeared in the UPSSSC Preliminary Eligibility Test (PET) 2025 and possess a valid score card.
Full Eligibility
Candidates must fulfill the mandatory educational criteria and must have a non-zero/non-negative score in PET 2025. Shortlisting will be based on the normalized score of the PET exam.
| Post Name | Educational Eligibility | Mandatory Exam |
|---|---|---|
| Pharmacist (Bheshajik) | Diploma in Pharmacy + Registration with UP Pharmacy Council | UPSSSC PET 2025 Score Card |
Salary
Selected candidates will receive a competitive salary as per the 7th Pay Commission. The post belongs to Pay Matrix Level-5 with grade pay 2800.
| Pay Level | Pay Scale (INR) | Grade Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Level-5 | Rs. 5,200 - 20,200 (Pre-revised) / Rs. 29,200 - 92,300 | Rs. 2,800/- |
Selection Process
The selection process for UP Pharmacist is strictly merit-based, following the two-tier examination system implemented by UPSSSC.
- Step 1: Shortlisting based on UPSSSC PET 2025 Normalized Scores (15 times the vacancy).
- Step 2: Main Written Examination (Objective Type).
- Step 3: Document Verification (DV).
- Step 4: Medical Examination.
Exam Pattern
The Main Written Exam consists of a single paper containing 100 objective-type questions with a time duration of 2 hours.
| Part | Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Part-1 | Subject Related Knowledge (Pharmacy) | 65 | 65 |
| Part-2 | Computer & IT Knowledge | 15 | 15 |
| Part-3 | General Knowledge of Uttar Pradesh | 20 | 20 |
| Total | 3 Parts | 100 | 100 |
- Total Duration: 120 Minutes (2 Hours).
- Negative Marking: 1/4th (25%) for every wrong answer.
- Question Type: Objective / MCQs.
Post / Category Wise Vacancy
There are a total of 560 vacancies. Below is the distribution of posts across various vertical and horizontal reservation categories.
| Category | Number of Posts |
|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR) | 224 |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 118 |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 11 |
| Other Backward Class (OBC) | 151 |
| Economically Weaker Section (EWS) | 56 |
| Total | 560 |
Job Profile & Responsibility
A Pharmacist (Bheshajik) in UP Government health centers is responsible for managing medicine stocks and dispensing prescriptions accurately.
- Dispensing medications to patients as prescribed by doctors.
- Maintaining inventory and quality control of pharmaceutical official compounds.
- Advising patients on the correct usage and storage of medicines.
- Handling the administrative records of the drug store and business management within the hospital.
How To Apply
Eligible candidates can apply for the UPSSSC Bheshajik Recruitment by following these simple steps on the official portal.
- Step 1: Visit the official website upsssc.gov.in.
- Step 2: Go to the "Live Advertisement" segment and click on "Apply" for 01-Exam/2026.
- Step 3: Authenticate using your PET 2025 Registration Number and OTP sent to your registered mobile/email.
- Step 4: Fill in the educational details (Pharmacy Diploma info) and choose your preferences.
- Step 5: Upload the required documents (Photo and Sign are auto-fetched from PET).
- Step 6: Pay the online processing fee of Rs. 25 using Debit/Credit Card or UPI.
- Step 7: Print the final application form for future reference.
Important Links
| Apply Online (Starts 09/03/2026) | Click Here |
| Download Official Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
| Latest Govt Jobs 2026 | Click Here |
| Uttar Pradesh Govt Jobs | Click Here |
| Home Page | Click Here |
FAQs
What is the last date to apply for UPSSSC Pharmacist Recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit the online application and pay the fee is 29 March 2026.
Is PET 2025 mandatory for the Bheshajik post?
Yes, only candidates who appeared in PET 2025 and have a valid score card are eligible to apply.
What is the application fee for General category?
The initial online processing fee is Rs. 25 for all categories.
How many vacancies are available?
There are total 560 vacancies for the post of Pharmacist (Bheshajik).
Can candidates from other states apply?
Yes, but they must have appeared in UP PET 2025 and will be treated as General category candidates.