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| Organization | Union Public Service Commission |
|---|---|
| Post Name | UPSC Drug Inspector Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 186 Posts |
| Qualification | Any Graduate |
| Application Fee | EWS: ₹25 · General: ₹25 · OBC-NCL: ₹25 |
| Job Category | Central Government |
| Job Location | All India |
| Application Start | 27 Jun 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 17 Jul 2026 |
| Mode of Apply | Online |
Great News for Pharmacy Graduates!
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has officially released the Drug Inspector Recruitment 2026 Notification to fill 186 Drug Inspector posts under the Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO), Ministry of Health & Family Welfare. Eligible candidates can submit their online applications through the UPSC Online Recruitment Application (ORA) portal from 27 June 2026 to 17 July 2026.
Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
Organization | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
Department | Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO) |
Ministry | Ministry of Health & Family Welfare |
Post Name | Drug Inspector |
Total Vacancies | 186 Posts |
Job Type | Permanent Central Government Job |
Pay Level | Level-8 (7th CPC) |
Application Mode | Online |
Job Location | Across India |
Official Website |
Event | Date |
|---|---|
📢 Notification Released | 27 June 2026 |
🟢 Online Application Starts | 27 June 2026 |
🔴 Last Date to Apply | 17 July 2026 (11:59 PM) |
📝 Recruitment Test / Interview | To Be Announced |
Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
🟢 UR | 55 |
🟡 EWS | 41 |
🔵 OBC (NCL) | 39 |
🟤 SC | 35 |
🟣 ST | 16 |
Total | 186 Posts |
Candidates must possess any one of the following qualifications from a recognized University:
✅ Bachelor's Degree in Pharmacy (B.Pharm)
✅ Pharmaceutical Sciences
✅ Medicine with specialization in Clinical Pharmacology or Microbiology
Candidates should also possess the required practical experience in the manufacture or testing of drugs/cosmetics as prescribed in the official notification.
Category | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
General / EWS | 30 Years |
OBC | 33 Years |
SC / ST | 35 Years |
PwBD | As per Government Rules |
Age relaxation will be applicable according to UPSC recruitment rules.
Category | Fee |
|---|---|
General / OBC / EWS | ₹25/- |
SC / ST | Nil |
PwBD | Nil |
Female Candidates | Nil |
Payment Mode: Online / SBI Branch
Selected candidates will receive salary under Pay Level-8 (7th CPC).
💰 Pay Scale: ₹47,600 – ₹1,51,100/-
Dearness Allowance (DA)
House Rent Allowance (HRA)
Transport Allowance (TA)
Medical Benefits
National Pension System (NPS)
Leave Travel Concession (LTC)
Other Central Government Allowances
The recruitment process may consist of:
✅ Shortlisting of Applications
✅ Recruitment Test (if required)
✅ Personal Interview
✅ Document Verification
✅ Medical Fitness
If the number of applications is high, UPSC may conduct a Recruitment Test before the interview.
Passport Size Photograph
Signature
Aadhaar Card / Valid Photo ID
Educational Certificates & Mark Sheets
Experience Certificate (if applicable)
Category Certificate (if applicable)
PwBD Certificate (if applicable)
Visit the UPSC Online Recruitment (ORA) portal.
Complete the One-Time Registration (OTR), if not already registered.
Select Drug Inspector Recruitment 2026.
Fill in the application form carefully.
Upload the required documents.
Pay the application fee (if applicable).
Submit the application and download the confirmation page.
✅ Permanent Central Government Job
✅ Attractive Salary (Level-8)
✅ Job Security
✅ Career Growth & Promotion
✅ Medical & Pension Benefits
✅ Opportunity to Ensure Drug Quality & Public Health
✅ Work Under CDSCO, Ministry of Health & Family Welfare
🏢 Organization: UPSC
💊 Department: CDSCO
👨⚕️ Post Name: Drug Inspector
📊 Total Vacancies: 186
🎓 Qualification: B.Pharm / Pharmaceutical Sciences / Medicine
🎂 Maximum Age: 30 Years (UR)
💳 Application Fee: ₹25 (UR/OBC/EWS) | Nil (SC/ST/PwBD/Female)
💰 Salary: ₹47,600 – ₹1,51,100/-
📝 Selection: Recruitment Test (if required) + Interview
🌐 Application Mode: Online
📅 Last Date: 17 July 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start | 27 Jun 2026 |
| Application End | 17 Jul 2026 |
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| ST | 16 |
| SC | 35 |
| EWS | 41 |
| General | 55 |
| OBC-NCL | 39 |
| Total | 186 |
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| EWS | ₹25 |
| General | ₹25 |
| OBC-NCL | ₹25 |
Quick checks for this recruitment (Union Public Service Commission). Confirm every point against the official notification PDF.
Read the official notification
Open the official PDF for UPSC Drug Inspector Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 186 Posts and confirm eligibility, age cutoff date, fee rules, and document specs before you start the form.
Register on the Union Public Service Commission portal
Create an account with an email and mobile number you will keep active for OTPs, admit card alerts, and result login for months.
Fill personal and education details carefully
Enter name, father's name, date of birth, category, and address exactly as on your certificates. This post typically expects: Any Graduate.
Upload photo, signature, and required documents
Use the exact size and format in the notification. Resize photo and signature with our free tool before uploading to avoid form rejection.
Pay the application fee (if applicable)
Pay only on the official portal via UPI, card, or net banking. Save the fee receipt. Some categories may be exempt — confirm in the PDF.
Submit before the deadline and save proof
Submit the form well before 17 Jul 2026. Download the confirmation page and note your registration/application number.
Apply only through the official link
Use the Apply Online button on this page (or the link in the Union Public Service Commission notification). Avoid third-party “agent” sites.
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Use these before you submit the form — they help catch common rejection reasons.
The last date to apply online is 17 Jul 2026. Always confirm on the official Union Public Service Commission website before submitting, especially if there is any extension notice.
Online application started on 27 Jun 2026. Apply only through the official link shared on this page or in the notification.
The exam date has not been announced yet. After the application window closes, watch for admit card and exam city intimation on the official portal.
As listed on this page, the qualification requirement is: Any Graduate. Always match the exact wording in the official PDF (including stream, percentage, or experience clauses).
Application fee by category: EWS: ₹25; General: ₹25; OBC-NCL: ₹25. Pay only on the official portal and keep the payment receipt. Fee rules can differ for women, SC/ST, PwBD, and Ex-servicemen — confirm in the notification.
Location information listed for this recruitment includes: All India. Exact posting after selection depends on the recruiting body and vacancy rules.
Apply through the official Union Public Service Commission recruitment portal using the Apply Online link on this page. Prepare photo, signature, and certificates first; verify age and fee; then submit before the last date and save your confirmation.
Keep a recent photo and signature in the required size, photo ID, date-of-birth proof (usually 10th certificate), educational certificates, and category certificates (OBC-NCL / SC / ST / EWS / PwBD) if you are claiming reservation. Use our document checklist and photo & signature resizer before upload.
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Last date: 17 Jul 2026
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