The Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) has released the official notification for Pharmacist (Direct Recruitment) 2026 under Advertisement No. 01-Exam/2026. A total of 560 Pharmacist vacancies have been announced. Candidates who qualified in UP PET 2025 and possess a Diploma in Pharmacy (D.Pharm) with registration in the Uttar Pradesh Pharmacy Council are eligible to apply online through the official website https://upsssc.gov.in.
Online applications start from 29 August 2026 and the last date to apply is 29 September 2026.
UPSSSC Pharmacist Vacancy 2026 – Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) |
| Post Name | Pharmacist |
| Total Vacancies | 560 |
| Advertisement No. | 01-Exam/2026 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Job Location | Uttar Pradesh |
| Qualification | Diploma in Pharmacy |
| PET Requirement | UP PET 2025 Qualified |
| Official Website | https://upsssc.gov.in |
Important Dates – UPSSSC Pharmacist Online Form 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 28 August 2026 |
| Online Application Start | 29 August 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 29 September 2026 |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 29 September 2026 |
| Correction Window | 05 October 2026 |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC | ₹25 |
| SC / ST | ₹25 |
| PwD | ₹25 |
Payment Mode: Online (Debit Card / Credit Card / Internet Banking / SBI e-Challan)
UPSSSC Pharmacist Vacancy 2026 – Category Wise Distribution
Total Vacancies: 560
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| UR | 224 |
| OBC | 151 |
| SC | 118 |
| ST | 11 |
| EWS | 56 |
Educational Qualification for UPSSSC Pharmacist 2026
Candidates must:
- Pass Intermediate (10+2) with Science
- Hold Diploma in Pharmacy (D.Pharm)
- Be registered with Uttar Pradesh Pharmacy Council
- Have qualified UP PET 2025
Age Limit (As on 01 July 2026)
- Minimum Age: 21 Years
- Maximum Age: 40 Years
Age relaxation applicable as per UP Government rules.
UPSSSC Pharmacist Selection Process 2026
The selection will be based on:
- Shortlisting through UP PET 2025 Score
- Written Examination
- Document Verification
As clearly mentioned in the notification (Page 9–12), the written exam will consist of:
- Total Questions: 100
- Total Marks: 100
- Time Duration: 2 Hours
- Negative Marking: 0.25 mark deduction for each wrong answer
UPSSSC Pharmacist Exam Pattern 2026
Part 1 – Subject Related Knowledge (65 Marks)
- Pharmaceutics
- Pharmacology
- Biochemistry
- Human Anatomy & Physiology
- Health Education & Community Pharmacy
- Pharmaceutical Jurisprudence
- Drug Store & Business Management
Part 2 – Computer Knowledge (15 Marks)
Part 3 – General Information related to Uttar Pradesh (20 Marks)
Salary – UPSSSC Pharmacist Pay Scale
Pay Level: Level-5
Pay Scale: ₹29,200 – ₹92,300
Plus allowances as per Uttar Pradesh Government norms.
How to Apply Online for UPSSSC Pharmacist Recruitment 2026
- Visit official website: https://upsssc.gov.in
- Click on “Live Advertisement”
- Select Pharmacist Direct Recruitment 2026
- Login using PET 2025 Registration Number
- Fill application form carefully
- Upload required documents
- Pay application fee
- Submit and print application form
Documents Required
- PET 2025 Score Card
- D.Pharm Certificate
- Pharmacy Council Registration
- Caste Certificate (if applicable)
- EWS Certificate
- Disability Certificate (if applicable)
- Photo & Signature
Who Should Apply?
If you:
- Cleared UP PET 2025
- Completed D.Pharm
- Want a stable government healthcare job in Uttar Pradesh
Then this is one of the best opportunities in 2026 for pharmacy diploma holders.
Why UPSSSC Pharmacist Recruitment 2026 is Important?
- Large vacancy (560 posts)
- Low application fee
- Transparent recruitment process
- Government pay scale
- Stable career growth
For pharmacy diploma holders waiting for a state government job, this is a golden chance.