UPSSSC Pharmacist Recruitment 2026: Vacancies, Eligibility, Important Dates
UPSSSC has announced the Pharmacist Recruitment 2026 for 560 vacancies. Online applications start on March 9, 2026, and close on March 29, 2026. The selection is based on the PET 2025 score followed by a written Main Exam.
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UPSSSC Pharmacist Recruitment 2026: Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) has released the official notification (Advt. No. 01-Exam/2026) for the recruitment of Pharmacists (Bheshajik). A total of 560 vacancies are available under the Directorate of Medical and Health Services, Uttar Pradesh. Interested and eligible candidates can submit their applications through the official website in online mode starting from March 9, 2026.
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UPSSSC Pharmacist Recruitment 2026 Notification Overview
| Particulars | Details |
| Exam Name | Pharmacist (Bheshajik) Main Examination |
| Conducting Body | UPSSSC, Lucknow |
| Post Name | Pharmacist (Bheshajik) |
| Vacancies | 560 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | upsssc.gov.in |
| Notification Release Date | February 28, 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | March 29, 2026 |
| Exam Date | To be announced |
UPSSSC Pharmacist Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF
Candidates are advised to read the complete notification to understand the detailed syllabus, reservation policies, and instructions. The official PDF contains all necessary information regarding the selection process and eligibility.
UPSSSC Pharmacist Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Notification Release | February 28, 2026 |
| Application Start Date | March 09, 2026 |
| Application End Date | March 29, 2026 |
| Fee Adjustment/Amendment Last Date | April 05, 2026 |
| Main Exam Date | To be announced |
UPSSSC Pharmacist Vacancy 2026
The recruitment aims to fill 560 positions in the Directorate of Medical and Health Services. These include both permanent and temporary posts.
| Post Name | Vacancies |
| Unreserved (UR) | 224 |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 118 |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 11 |
| Other Backward Class (OBC) | 151 |
| Economically Weaker Section (EWS) | 56 |
| Total | 560 |
UPSSSC Pharmacist Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Nationality
Candidate must be a citizen of India.
Age Limit (as of notification year)
| Category | Age Limit |
| General | 18 to 40 years |
| SC/ST/OBC | Relaxation as per UP Govt rules |
Educational Qualification
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Must possess a Diploma in Pharmacy from a recognized institution.
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Must be registered with the State Pharmacy Council, Uttar Pradesh.
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Must have appeared in PET 2025 and hold a valid score card.
UPSSSC Pharmacist Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
The selection involves the following stages:
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Shortlisting: Based on Preliminary Eligibility Test (PET) 2025 normalized scores.
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Written Main Exam: 100 objective-type questions (120 minutes) covering subject knowledge, computer skills, and UP general knowledge.
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Document Verification: Scrutiny of original documents and certificates.