Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) Recruitment 2026 for posts of 560 Pharmacist. Candidates with D.Pharm Can Apply Online. The online application opens on 09-03-2026, and closes on 29-03-2026. The candidate shall apply online through UPSSSC website, upsssc.gov.in.
| Details | Information |
| Organization | Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) |
| Post Name | Pharmacist (Bheshajik) |
| Total Vacancies | 560 Posts |
| Advt No | Vigyan Sankhya-01-Pariksha/2026 |
| Exam Code | Bheshajik Mukhya Pariksha (PRA0A0P0-2025)/02 |
| Salary / Pay Scale | Level-5 | Pay Band: ₹5,200 – ₹20,200 | Grade Pay: ₹2,800 |
| Educational Qualification | Diploma in Pharmacy from a recognised institution + Registered with State Pharmacy Council, Uttar Pradesh |
| Age Limit | 18 to 40 years (Age relaxation as per rules) |
| Application Start Date | 09/03/2026 |
| Application End Date | 29/03/2026 |
| Fee Reconciliation / Amendment Last Date | 05/04/2026 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | upsssc.gov.in |
| Department | Post Name | Total |
|---|---|---|
| Chikitsa Evam Swasthya Seva Nideshalaya, Uttar Pradesh | Pharmacist (Bheshajik) | 560 |
Eligibility Criteria
1. Educational Qualification
As per Uttar Pradesh Bheshajik Seva Niyamavali, 1980 (Part-4, Rule-8), candidates must possess a Diploma in Pharmacy from a recognised institution and must also be registered with the State Pharmacy Council, Uttar Pradesh to apply for UPSSSC Pharmacist posts.
2. Preferred Qualification (Adhimani Arhata)
As per Rule-9 of Uttar Pradesh Bheshajik Seva Niyamavali, 1980, preference will be given to candidates who have either served in the Provincial Army for a minimum period of two years, or have obtained the ‘B’ certificate of the National Cadet Corps (NCC).
3. Age Limit
The age limit for UPSSSC Pharmacist Recruitment 2026 is:
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age: 40 years
- Age Relaxation: As per UP Government rules — SC/ST/OBC and other reserved categories will get relaxation as notified from time to time.
- For UP State Government Employees: 5 years relaxation in upper age limit as per relevant government order.
- Age Calculation Date: 1st January of the year of recruitment (or 1st July if post is advertised between 1st July to 31st December).
4. Nationality
Candidates must be Indian citizens as specified in the official notification.
5. PET Eligibility Condition
Only those candidates who have appeared in the Preliminary Eligibility Test (PET-2025) and have been issued a score card by UPSSSC are eligible to apply for this Main Examination. Candidates who scored zero or negative marks in PET-2025 will not be shortlisted.
Selection Process for UPSSSC Pharmacist 2026
The selection for UPSSSC Pharmacist Recruitment 2026 will be based on the following process:
- Shortlisting for Main Examination: Based on normalised scores of PET-2025. Candidates will be shortlisted at 15 times the number of vacancies (up to the final cut-off mark at 2 decimal places).
- Main Written Examination (Likhit Pariksha): One objective-type question paper with 100 questions, total 100 marks, duration 2 hours (120 minutes). Negative marking of 25% (i.e., ¼ mark) for each wrong answer.
- Document Verification: For selected candidates after the written exam.
Application Fee
| S.No. | Category | Application Fee | Online Processing Fee | Total Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Unreserved (General) | ₹00 | ₹25.00 | ₹25.00 |
| 2 | OBC (Other Backward Class) | ₹00 | ₹25.00 | ₹25.00 |
| 3 | SC (Scheduled Caste) | ₹00 | ₹25.00 | ₹25.00 |
| 4 | ST (Scheduled Tribe) | ₹00 | ₹25.00 | ₹25.00 |
Important Dates for UPSSSC Pharmacist 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 28/02/2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 09/03/2026 |
| Online Application End Date | 29/03/2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 29/03/2026 |
| Fee Reconciliation & Application Amendment Last Date | 05/04/2026 |
| Exam Date | To be notified |
| Admit Card Release Date | To be announced |
Salary / Pay Scale
Selected candidates for the post of Pharmacist (Bheshajik) will be placed at Level-5 of the pay matrix with the following pay structure:
- Pay Band: ₹5,200 – ₹20,200 per month
- Grade Pay: ₹2,800 per month
- Additional allowances will be as per Uttar Pradesh Government norms.
UPSSSC Pharmacist 2026 – Important Links
| Link Type | Action |
| Official Notification PDF | Download PDF |
| Apply Online | Click Here to Apply |
| Official Website | Visit Website |