The Uttar Pradesh Subordinate services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) has released the recruitment notification for Pharmacist (Bheshajik) posts under the Directorate of Medical and health services, Uttar Pradesh for the year 2026. This is a government healthcare recruitment offering hundreds of vacancies for eligible pharmacy professionals.

📢 Key Highlights of the Recruitment

· Recruiting Body: Uttar Pradesh Subordinate services Selection Commission (UPSSSC)

· Post: Pharmacist (Bheshajik)

· Total Vacancies: 564 posts (revised figure)

· Recruitment Notice: advertisement No. 01‑Exam/2026, Main Examination based on PET‑2025 score

· Application Started: march 9, 2026

· Last Date to Apply: march 29/31, 2026 (official updates vary by corrigendum)

· Exam Date: 21 june 2026 (Sunday) — Main Written Exam

This recruitment is strictly for candidates who have qualified the UPSSSC PET‑2025 exam and meet other eligibility conditions.

🎓 Eligibility Criteria

📌 Educational Qualification

· Candidates must possess a Diploma in Pharmacy (D.Pharm) from a recognized institution.

· They must be registered with the Uttar Pradesh State Pharmacy Council.

📌 PET Score Requirement

· A valid UPSSSC PET‑2025 scorecard is required to appear in the Main Examination.

📌 Age Limit

· Generally, candidates must be aged 18–40 years (as per UPSSSC rules). Specific age relaxation provisions apply for reserved categories.

🧠 Exam Pattern — UPSSSC Pharmacist Main Written Test

The main written examination is an objective‑type test conducted in OMR/CBT mode with the following pattern:

· Total Questions: 100 questions

· Total Marks: 100 marks

· Duration: 2 hours (120 minutes)

· Negative Marking: 25% (1/4 mark) deduction for each wrong answer

📊 Section‑wise Weightage

Section

Questions

Marks

Pharmacy Subject Knowledge

65

65

Computer & IT Knowledge

15

15

General Information about Uttar Pradesh

20

20

Total

100

100

This structure helps test candidates broadly on pharmacy expertise, basic computer skills, and state‑specific knowledge.

📚 UPSSSC Pharmacist Syllabus Breakdown

Here’s a detailed look at what topics are covered in each section of the main exam:

🧪 1. Pharmacy Subject Knowledge (Core – 65%)

This is the most important section and includes topics typically covered in diploma in Pharmacy (D.Pharm) curricula:

· Pharmaceutics: Drug formulation, dosage forms, stability, bioavailability

· Pharmacognosy: Natural drugs, plant‑derived medicines

· Pharmacology & Toxicology: Mechanisms of drug action, classifications, effects

· Pharmaceutical Chemistry: Drug composition, synthesis, reactions

· Biochemistry & Clinical Pathology: Biomolecules, clinical tests, diagnostics

· Hospital & Community Pharmacy Practices

· Drug Safety, Regulations & Ethics

These topics assess practical and theoretical understanding of pharmaceuticals — essential for a government pharmacist role.

💻 2. Computer & IT Knowledge (15%)

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· Internet & communication tools

· MS office basics (Word, Excel, etc.)

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🌍 3. General Information about Uttar Pradesh (20%)

Includes:

· History, culture, and heritage of Uttar Pradesh

· Geography (rivers, climate, topography)

· Economy, agriculture, industry and development indicators

· Administrative structure and public services

· Current affairs related to the state

This segment checks state awareness, especially relevant for government service roles.

💼 Selection Process

The UPSSSC Pharmacist recruitment follows a two‑phase process:

1. Shortlisting Based on UPSSSC PET‑2025 Score — Only eligible candidates are called for the Main Written Exam.

2. Main Written Examination — Objective test as described above.

After the written examination, selected candidates may undergo document verification and medical examination before final appointment.

💰 Job Profile & Salary

As an UPSSSC Pharmacist (Group C post), candidates are appointed in government hospitals, primary health centers (PHCs), dispensaries, and other medical institutions across Uttar Pradesh. While exact salary details vary by pay scale and allowances, the role typically falls under UP government pay norms (Level‑5 / ₹5,200–20,200 with grade pay) with allowances and growth prospects.

The job profile includes:

· Dispensing medicines and ensuring correct dosage

· Assisting in inventory and pharmacy management

· Providing patient counseling on medicines

· Ensuring compliance with drug safety standards

· Supporting clinical and administrative functions

📌 Preparation Tips for Aspirants

To improve your chances in the Main Exam:

· Focus first on core pharmacy subjects — especially pharmacology, pharmaceutics, and pharmaceutical chemistry.

· Solve previous year papers and mock tests to understand question patterns.

· Brush up on UP state facts, geography, and current affairs.

· Practise basic computer and IT questions.

· Manage time effectively during preparation and revision.

🗓️ Important Dates at a Glance

Stage

Date

Notification Released

Feb 28, 2026 (UPSSSC)

Online Applications Open

March 9, 2026

Last Date to Apply

March 29/31, 2026

Main Exam Date

21 june 2026

🧾 Conclusion

The UPSSSC Pharmacist Exam 2026 Main Written Test is a major opportunity for pharmacy professionals aspiring to secure a stable government job in UP’s healthcare system. With a clear exam pattern and syllabus released, candidates can now plan targeted preparation around core pharmacy subjects, basic IT knowledge, and Uttar Pradesh general information. success in this competitive exam can lead to a rewarding career with job security and growth in public health services. 

 

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