
The Jharkhand Public Service Commission (JPSC) has officially released the JPSC Drug Inspector Notification 2026 on its website. The recruitment drive aims to fill 30 Drug Inspector vacancies. Interested candidates should carefully read the notification PDF before applying online. The application window is open from 29 January to 28 February 2026. Selection will be based on a written examination followed by a personal interview. Applicants must be 21 to 35 years of age, with age relaxation applicable for reserved categories as per norms.
JPSC Drug Inspector Recruitment 2026 has been officially announced by the Jharkhand Public Service Commission (JPSC). Check the key recruitment details below to plan your application effectively.
| JPSC Drug Inspector Recruitment 2026 – Overview | |
| Particulars | Details |
| Conducting Authority | Jharkhand Public Service Commission (JPSC) |
| Recruitment Name | JPSC Drug Inspector Recruitment 2026 |
| Post Name | Drug Inspector |
| Advertisement Number | 12/2025 |
| Total Vacancies | 30 |
| Department | Health, Medical Education & Family Welfare Department |
| Job Location | Jharkhand |
| Application Mode | Online (OTR System) |
| Selection Process | Written Examination + Interview |
| Official Website | jpsc.gov.in |
The JPSC Drug Inspector Notification 2026 has been released on the official website. Candidates are strongly advised to download and read the notification PDF to check complete details such as vacancy distribution, eligibility criteria, age limit, exam pattern, syllabus, reservation rules, interview weightage, and application guidelines.
JPSC Drug Inspector Notification 2026 PDF
JPSC Drug Inspector Vacancy 2026 details have been officially released, announcing 30 category-wise vacancies, which candidates should review carefully before applying online.
| JPSC Drug Inspector Vacancy 2026 | |
| Category | Number of Vacancies |
| Unreserved (UR) | 18 |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 2 |
| Extremely Backward Class (EBC) | 1 |
| Backward Class (BC) | 2 |
| Economically Weaker Section (EWS) | 2 |
| Total Posts | 30 |
The JPSC Drug Inspector Recruitment 2026 online application starts on 29th January and closes on 18th February 2026. Candidates must complete fee payment by 19th February and submit the hard copy by 5th March 2026.
| JPSC Drug Inspector Important Dates | |
| Application Schedule | Date |
| Online Application Start Date | 29/01/2026 |
| Online Application Last Date | 18/02/2026 (Till 05:00 PM) |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 19/02/2026 (Till 05:00 PM) |
| Hard Copy Submission Deadline | 05/03/2026 (Till 05:00 PM) |
The online application link for JPSC Drug Inspector Recruitment 2026 is available on the official JPSC website. Eligible candidates can apply through the OTR (One Time Registration) system within the prescribed dates. Applicants must complete registration, fill out the form correctly, and submit the fee before the last date to avoid rejection.
JPSC Drug Inspector Apply Online Link
The Jharkhand Public Service Commission (JPSC) has clearly defined the JPSC Drug Inspector Eligibility Criteria 2026 in the official notification.
| JPSC Drug Inspector Eligibility Criteria 2026 | |
| Eligibility Component | Requirement Details |
| Educational Qualification | Candidates must have:• Degree in Pharmacy or Pharmaceutical SciencesOR• MBBS degree with specialization in Clinical Pharmacology or Microbiology |
| Age Limit | • Minimum Age: 21 years• Maximum Age (UR): 35 years• Age relaxation applicable as per government norms |
| Experience Requirement | Candidates must have:• Minimum 18 months of experience in manufacturing of Schedule C drugs, OR• 18 months experience in testing Schedule C substances in an approved laboratory, OR• At least 3 years experience in inspection of firms manufacturing Schedule C substances |
The JPSC Drug Inspector Selection Process 2026 consists of a Written Examination followed by a Personal Interview (Viva‑Voce) for final selection.
| JPSC Drug Inspector Selection Process 2026 | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper | Subject | Marks | Duration |
| Paper-I | Pharmaceutics / General Medicine | 200 | 2 Hours |
| Paper-II | Microbiology | 200 | 2 Hours |
| Paper-III | Pharmacology | 200 | 2 Hours |
| Paper-IV | Pharmaceutical Chemistry / Biochemistry | 200 | 2 Hours |
| Paper-V | Pharmaceutical Jurisprudence & Ethics | 200 | 2 Hours |
| Interview | Personality Test (Viva-Voce) | 100 | - |
| Total | 1100 | ||
The JPSC Drug Inspector Syllabus 2026 includes five compulsory papers of 200 marks each, covering key subjects such as Pharmaceutics/General Medicine, Microbiology, Pharmacology, Pharmaceutical Chemistry & Biochemistry, and Pharmaceutical Jurisprudence & Ethics. The syllabus is designed to assess technical knowledge, regulatory understanding, and practical concepts essential for the Drug Inspector role, enabling candidates to prepare effectively for the written exam and interview