The Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) has released the official notification for Pharmacist Recruitment 2026 on its website. Through this recruitment drive, the commission will fill 560 Pharmacist vacancies under the Directorate of Medical and Health Services, Uttar Pradesh.
According to the official advertisement titled Pharmacist Chief (Pra0A0P-2025)/02, the online application process started on March 9, 2026. Interested and eligible candidates can apply online until March 29, 2026 through the official UPSSSC website.
This recruitment is a good opportunity for candidates who have completed a diploma in pharmacy and are looking for a government job in the healthcare sector.
UPSSSC Pharmacist Recruitment 2026: Vacancy Details
A total of 560 posts have been announced. The category-wise distribution is as follows:
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Unreserved (General): 224 posts
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Scheduled Caste (SC): 118 posts
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Other Backward Classes (OBC): 151 posts
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Economically Weaker Section (EWS): 56 posts
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Scheduled Tribe (ST): 11 posts
Candidates should carefully select the correct category while filling out the application form.
Important Dates
Applicants should remember the following important dates:
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Application start date: March 9, 2026
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Last date to apply: March 29, 2026
It is advisable to submit the application well before the deadline to avoid last-minute issues.
Age Limit
To apply for the Pharmacist posts, candidates must meet the following age criteria:
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Minimum age: 18 years
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Maximum age: 40 years
Age relaxation will be provided to candidates belonging to reserved categories according to government rules.
Salary Details
Candidates selected for the Pharmacist posts will be placed under the Level-05 pay scale.
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Minimum pay: ₹5,200
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Maximum pay: ₹20,200
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Grade Pay: ₹2,800
In addition to the basic salary, employees may also receive other allowances as per government rules.
Application Fee
The application fee is ₹25 for all categories of candidates.
Educational Qualification and Eligibility
Candidates applying for the UPSSSC Pharmacist posts must meet the following eligibility requirements:
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Must have a Diploma in Pharmacy from a recognised university or institute
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Must be registered with the State Pharmacy Council of Uttar Pradesh
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Must have a valid UPSSSC Preliminary Eligibility Test (PET) 2025 scorecard
Only candidates who qualify based on their PET 2025 score will be eligible to appear for the main written examination.
Selection Process
The selection of candidates will be based on the main written examination conducted by the Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission.
Candidates who meet the eligibility criteria and have a valid PET score will be shortlisted for the exam.
How to Apply for UPSSSC Pharmacist Recruitment 2026
Candidates can follow these steps to apply online:
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Visit the official website of Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission.
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Go to the Live Advertisement section.
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Click on the Pharmacist recruitment advertisement.
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Log in using your PET 2025 registration number.
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Verify the personal and category details automatically fetched from PET records.
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Enter your educational qualification details carefully.
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Submit the verification code displayed on the screen.
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Review your photograph and signature fetched from PET records.
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Pay the application fee online.
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Submit the application form and keep a copy for future reference.
Candidates are advised to carefully read the official notification before applying and complete the application process within the given timeline.
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