UPSSSC Pharmacist Exam Guide 2026
UPSSSC Pharmacist 2026 notification updates and complete exam guide. Check exam dates, vacancies, eligibility criteria, selection process, syllabus, and application details.
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📊 Exam Information 1
| Exam Elements | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Body | Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Staff Selection Commission (UPSSSC) |
| Post | Pharmacist |
| Department | Directorate of Medical and Health Services |
| Vacancy | 564 |
| Application start date | 9th March 2026 |
| Application end date | 31st March 2026 |
| Correction Window Last Date | 7th April 2026 |
| Level of Exam | State Level |
| Frequency of Exam | Yearly |
| Selection Process | Written Examination + PET 2025 Score |
| Purpose | To select Pharmacists in UPSSSC |
| Official Website | UPSSSC |
| Official Website | upsssc.gov.in |
📊 Important Dates & Schedule
- Admit Card
- TBA
- Written Exam
- June 2026
📊 Application Fee
- Total
- 564
- Category
- Vacancies
- Unreserved (UR)
- 227
- Scheduled Caste (SC)
- 119
- Scheduled Tribe (ST)
- 11
- Other Backward Classes (OBC)
- 151
- Economically Weaker Section (EWS)
- 56
📊 Important Dates & Schedule
- SC
- Rs. 25
- ST
- Rs. 25
- UR
- Rs. 25
- OBC
- Rs. 25
- Category
- Application Fee (INR)
📊 Exam Pattern & Marking Scheme
| Subject | Topics |
|---|---|
| Pharmaceutics | Formulary system, Drug information services, Surgical dressings, Sterile & non-sterile manufacturing, Hospital pharmacy systems |
| Pharmacognosy | Laxatives, Cardiotonics, Carminatives & GI regulators, Electrolytes, Inorganic official compounds, Radiopharmaceuticals, Contrast media |
| Biochemistry & Clinical Pathology | Carbohydrates, Lipids, Vitamins, Enzymes, Therapeutics, Clinical tests & diagnostic methods |
| Human Anatomy & Physiology | Skeletal system, Cardiovascular system, Respiratory system, Digestive system, Endocrine system, Nervous system, Urinary system, Reproductive system |
| Health Education & Community Pharmacy | Concept of health, Nutrition & health, First aid, Environment & health, Epidemiology, Communicable & non-communicable diseases |
| Pharmaceutical Jurisprudence | Pharmacy Act, 1948; Drugs & Cosmetics Act, 1940; Drugs & Magic Remedies Act, 1954; Medicinal & Toilet Preparations Act, 1955; Narcotic Drugs & Psychotropic Substances Act, 1985; Poisons Act, 1919; Drug Price Control Order |
| Pharmacology & Toxicology | Routes of drug administration, Mechanism of drug action, CNS drugs, CVS drugs, Respiratory drugs, Renal drugs, Hormones & antagonists, Chemotherapy, Antiseptics & disinfectants |
| Drug Store & Business Management | Drug distribution systems, Sales, Recruitment & training, Banking & finance, Inventory & store management |
| Hospital & Clinical Pharmacy | Hospital pharmacy setup, Drug distribution, PTC (Pharmacy & Therapeutic Committee), Sterile manufacturing, Clinical pharmacy services |
| General Knowledge (UP Specific) | Uttar Pradesh administration, Current events, Achievements of Uttar Pradesh in various fields |
| Computer and IT Syllabus | History, introduction & applications of computer, Information Technology, Internet & WWW, hardware & software, input–output devices, IT gadgets, Operating system basics, IP address, social networking, e-governance, MS-Word and MS-Excel basics, E-mail creation & usage, operation of printer, Digital financial tools, AI, ML, Big Data, cyber security, India’s IT achievements. |
📊 Exam Pattern & Marking Scheme
| Exam Pattern | Details |
|---|---|
| No. of Questions | 100 |
| Type of Questions | Objective |
| Total Marks | 100 |
| Negative Marking | 1/4 for each wrong answer |
| Exam Duration | 2 Hours |
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q1.How many vacancies have been announced for UPSSSC Pharmacist 2026?
A total of 564 vacancies have been released by the Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Service Commission.
Q2.What are the application dates for UPSSSC Pharmacist 2026?
The application process starts on 9th March 2026 and ends on 29th March 2026.
Q3.What is the UPSSSC Pharmacist Age Limit?
The candidates must be between 18 years to 40 years.
Q4.What is the UPSSSC Pharmacist Selection Process?
The selection process is based on the PET Score 2025 shortlisting followed by a written examination.
Q5.What is the UPSSSC Pharmacist eligibility criteria 2026?
The candidate must have a Diploma in Pharmacy from a recognised university and must have registered with the State Pharmacy Council, Uttar Pradesh.
Q6.What is the UPSSSC Pharmacist Application fees?
The application fee is Rs 25 for all the categories.
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