Union Public Service Commission — Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
The Union Public Service Commission has issued an official recruitment notification for Drug Inspector, announcing a total of 186 vacancies located in All India. The online application window opens on 27 June 2026 and closes on 17 July 2026. To be eligible, applicants must hold Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or Medicine and be within the prescribed age limit of Maximum 30 years, with category relaxation applicable as per government guidelines. Selected candidates will receive an approved pay scale of Level-8 of the 7th Central Pay Commission. The selection procedure comprises Based on Interview or Recruitment Test as per UPSC norms. For complete guidelines, syllabus breakdown, and official notification PDF, refer to the verified information below on ApplySarkariJob.
| Application Start | 27 Jun 2026 |
|---|---|
| Last Date to Apply |
17 Jul 2026
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| Post Name | Drug Inspector |
|---|---|
| Total Vacancies | 186 |
| Qualification | Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or Medicine |
| Age Limit | Maximum 30 years |
| Salary | Level-8 of the 7th Central Pay Commission |
| Application Fee | General/OBC/EWS (Male): Rs 25; Female/SC/ST/PwBD: Exempted |
| Selection Process | Based on Interview or Recruitment Test as per UPSC norms |
Prescribed Age: 18–30 Years (As on 17 Jul 2026)
Pay Level 8 (Grade Pay ₹4,800) • Starting Basic: ₹47,600/month
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has initiated the recruitment process for 186 Drug Inspector positions under Advt No 07/2026. This recruitment is a significant opportunity for pharmacy professionals to join the central government at Level-8 of the 7th Central Pay Commission pay matrix.
| Category | Vacancy |
|---|---|
| UR | 55 |
| EWS | 41 |
| OBC | 39 |
| SC | 35 |
| ST | 16 |
| Total | 186 |
Candidates must ensure they meet the following criteria by the application closing date of 2026-07-17:
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start | 2026-06-27 |
| Application Closing Date | 2026-07-17 |
| Eligibility Cut-off Date | 2026-07-17 |
Application Fee Details:
Ensure that all uploaded certificates match the details provided in the online form. Discrepancies between the application data and original certificates during the document verification stage may lead to summary rejection of candidature.
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