Vigyan Sankhya-01-Pariksha/2026 • Apply Open Now
UPSSSC Pharmacist (Bheshajik) Recruitment 2026 – 560 Vacancies UP Health Dept • PET-2025 Required • Pay Level-5 • Apply: 09–29 March 2026
✅ 560 Total Posts
🏠 UP Health Dept
🎓 D.Pharm + Pharmacy Council Reg.
🎂 Age: 18–40 Yrs
💸 Pay: Level-5 ₹5,200–20,200 + GP ₹2,800
📅 Last Date: 29 Mar 2026
⚡ PET-2025 Score Card Must
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560
Total Posts
💳
₹25
Total Fee
📋
100
MCQ / 100 Marks
📅
29 Mar
Last Date
⚡
PET-25
Score Must
⌛
2 Hrs
Exam Duration
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Recruitment Overview
Verified from official 29-page notification — Vigyan Sankhya-01-Pariksha/2026 dated 28-02-2026
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Authority | Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC), Lucknow |
| Advertisement No. | Vigyan Sankhya-01-Pariksha/2026 |
| Exam Code | Bheshajik Mukhya Pariksha (PRA0A0PA0-2025)/02 |
| Notification Date | 28 February 2026 |
| Post Name | Bheshajik (Pharmacist) |
| Department | Directorate of Medical, Health & Family Welfare Services, Uttar Pradesh |
| Total Vacancies | 560 Posts (UR: 224, SC: 118, ST: 11, OBC: 151, EWS: 56) |
| Nature of Posts | Permanent & Temporary (Sthayi va Asthayi) |
| Application Mode | Online only at upsssc.gov.in |
| Login Method | PET-2025 Registration Number + OTP (mobile/email) |
| Application Opens | 09 March 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply & Pay Fee | 29 March 2026 |
| Fee Reconciliation / Modification Last Date | 05 April 2026 |
| Pay Scale | Level-5, Min ₹5,200 – Max ₹20,200 + Grade Pay ₹2,800/- |
| Application Fee (All Categories) | ₹25 only (NIL application fee + ₹25 processing) |
| Eligibility | D.Pharm from recognised institution + UP State Pharmacy Council Registration |
| PET-2025 | Mandatory — Score card issued by UPSSSC required to apply |
| Shortlisting Basis | PET-2025 Normalised Score — 15× vacancies |
| Selection Mode | Written Exam (MCQ) only — No interview |
| Signed by | Secretary, UPSSSC, Lucknow |
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Important Dates
All dates verified from official notification — auto-updating status badges
📣Notification Released — Vigyan Sankhya-01-Pariksha/202628 Feb 2026
🟢Online Application & Fee Payment Opens at upsssc.gov.in09 March 2026
📅Last Date — Online Application + Fee Payment
No application or fee accepted after this date under any circumstances29 March 2026
No application or fee accepted after this date under any circumstances29 March 2026
💳Fee Reconciliation & Application Modification Deadline
Permitted modifications: address, EWS/horizontal reservation, qualification, marital status05 April 2026
Permitted modifications: address, EWS/horizontal reservation, qualification, marital status05 April 2026
📋Shortlist Announcement (15× based on PET-2025 Normalised Score)Will be updated on upsssc.gov.in
🏭Admit Card Download (Bheshajik Mukhya Pariksha)Will be updated on upsssc.gov.in
✍Written Main Examination — Bheshajik Mukhya ParikshaWill be updated on upsssc.gov.in
📊Result, Document Verification & AppointmentWill be updated on upsssc.gov.in
⚠ Last date to apply & pay fee is 29 March 2026. No extension under any circumstance. Application printout can only be taken after fee is reconciled by bank. Apply at upsssc.gov.in only.
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Vacancy Details
Category-wise breakup from official Sarani-1 and Sarani-2 (Tables 1 & 2)
Department: Directorate of Medical, Health & Family Welfare Services, UP | Post: Bheshajik (Pharmacist) | Nature: Permanent & Temporary
| Category | Abbr. | Posts | % |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unreserved (Anaarakshit) | UR | 224 | 40% |
| Scheduled Caste (Anusuchit Jati) | SC | 118 | 21.1% |
| Scheduled Tribe (Anusuchit Janjati) | ST | 11 | 2% |
| Other Backward Class (Anya Pichhda Varg) | OBC | 151 | 27% |
| Economically Weaker Section (Arthik Kamzor Varg) | EWS | 56 | 10% |
| Total Vacancies | 560 | 100% |
↔ Horizontal (Kshaitij) Reservation
| Category | Posts | Disability Sub-Category |
|---|---|---|
| Dependant of Freedom Fighter (DFF / Swatantrata Sangram Senani Ashrit) | 11 | — |
| Hard of Hearing (HH — Badhir) | 11 | H.H. |
| Locomotor / Leprosy / Dwarfism / Acid Attack Victims | 11 | O.A., O.L., L.C., Dw., A.A.V. |
| Ex-Servicemen (Bhootpurva Sainik) | 28 | — |
| Women (Mahila) | 112 | — |
| Outstanding Sportsperson (Utkrisht Khiladi) | 11 | — |
⚠ Note
Total vacancy count and category-wise figures may be revised as per the latest UP Govt. reservation rules/orders. Candidates selected under horizontal reservation are adjusted within their own vertical category (UR/SC/ST/OBC/EWS).
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PET-2025 — Mandatory Eligibility Gate
Only PET-2025 qualified candidates with score card can apply
🚫 Strict Requirement
Only candidates who appeared in Preliminary Eligibility Test-2025 (PET-2025) AND have been issued a Score Card by UPSSSC can apply. Candidates with zero or negative PET-2025 score (absolute or normalised) will NOT be shortlisted for the Main Exam.
✅ Eligible to Apply
Appeared in PET-2025✓ Yes
Score Card Issued by UPSSSC✓ Yes
Score > Zero (normalised or absolute)✓ Yes
Login MethodPET-2025 Reg No. + OTP
❌ NOT Eligible
Did not appear in PET-2025✖ Rejected
Score Card NOT issued✖ Rejected
Zero / Negative PET score✖ Not Shortlisted
Under Investigation (UI) in PET-2025Provisional Only
How Shortlisting Works
1
PET-2025 Score Ranking
Candidates are shortlisted category-wise in descending order of PET-2025 Normalised Score.
2
15× Vacancy Shortlist
Total shortlisted = 15 times the number of vacancies per category. All candidates at the cutoff score (up to 2 decimal places) are included.
3
Multi-Shift Normalisation
If exam is held across multiple shifts/days, score normalisation follows Official Notice No. 42/05/Vigya.0 Anu0 (Yaraha)/2019 dated 22 May 2019.
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Eligibility Criteria
As per UP Bheshajik Service Niyamavali 1980, Rule-8 and Rule-9
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Mandatory Educational Qualification (Anivarya Arhat)
Candidate must hold a Diploma in Pharmacy (D.Pharm) from a recognised institution AND must be registered with the State Pharmacy Council, Uttar Pradesh. Both conditions are mandatory and must be fulfilled by the last date of application (29 March 2026).
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Preferential Qualification (Adhimani Arhat)
As per Rule-9, preference given to candidates who have either: (a) Served minimum 2 years in the Provincial Army (Pradeshik Sena), OR (b) Obtained NCC 'B' Certificate. These are preferential only — not mandatory.
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Nationality & Domicile
Must be an Indian citizen. Candidates NOT domiciled in Uttar Pradesh will be treated as Unreserved (UR) — no SC/ST/OBC/EWS reservation benefit. Women candidates: Only father's side (paternal) caste certificate is valid.
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Age Limit
Minimum: 18 years | Maximum: 40 years as on 1st January of the recruitment year. Age relaxation: OBC +3 yrs (→43), SC/ST +5 yrs (→45), Govt Servants +5 yrs (→45), PwBD +15 yrs (→55). DOB proof: High School certificate ONLY — no other document accepted.
| Category | Max Age | Relaxation Over UR |
|---|---|---|
| UR / EWS | 40 years | — |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 43 years | +3 years |
| SC / ST | 45 years | +5 years |
| PwBD (Gen/EWS/OBC) | 55 years | +15 years |
| PwBD (SC/ST) | 55 years | +15 years |
| State Govt Servants (in service) | 45 years | +5 years |
| Ex-Servicemen | As per UP service rules | Actual service period |
| CM Fellowship (Mukhya Mantri Adhyetavritt) | Per notification dated 30-01-2026 | As per CM Fellowship Rules 2026 |
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Application Fee
Lowest fee structure — NIL application fee for all categories
UR / OBC / SC / ST
₹00
Application Fee
+ ₹25 online processing = ₹25 Total
EWS / Women / Ex-SM
₹00
Application Fee
+ ₹25 online processing = ₹25 Total
PwBD / Sportsperson / DFF
₹00
Application Fee
+ ₹25 online processing = ₹25 Total
💳 Payment Details
- Total Payable (All Categories): ₹25 only (online processing charge)
- Mode: Credit Card / Debit Card / Internet Banking / UPI / SBI e-Challan only. No other mode accepted.
- Once fee is paid & reconciled, application form is auto-submitted. Download and print immediately.
- Main Exam Fee is separate — paid by shortlisted candidates before admit card download (different stage).
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Pay Scale & Salary
Pay Matrix Level-5 as per UP Pay Revision
Pay Band
Level-5
7th CPC Pay Matrix
UP Govt Pay Scale
Basic Pay Range
₹5,200–20,200
Min to Max Basic
+ Grade Pay ₹2,800/-
Grade Pay
₹2,800
Per month
Gross ~₹28,000–35,000+/mo
DA (Dearness Allowance)
HRA (House Rent Allowance)
Medical Benefits
LTC (Leave Travel Concession)
NPS Pension
Other UP Govt Perquisites
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Exam Pattern — Bheshajik Mukhya Pariksha
Single written paper — MCQ only — No interview round
📋 Exam Overview
Question TypeMCQ (Objective)
Total Questions100
Total Marks100
Time Duration2 Hours (120 Min)
Marks Per Question1 Mark
InterviewNone ✖
🚫 Negative Marking
Wrong Answer Penalty−0.25 (¼ mark)
Negative Marking %25% of marks
Unattempted QuestionNo penalty
Min Qualifying MarksNot specified
Papers1 paper (3 parts)
SelectionMerit list only
| Part | Subject | Questions | Marks | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Part-1 | Subject Related Knowledge (Pharmacy — Diploma level) | 65 | 65 | 2 Hours (120 Min) |
| Part-2 | Computer & IT Concepts & Contemporary Technological Development | 15 | 15 | |
| Part-3 | General Information related to State of Uttar Pradesh | 20 | 20 | |
| Total | 100 | 100 | ||
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Detailed Syllabus
From official notification pages 9–14 — verified verbatim
Part-1: Subject Related Knowledge — Pharmacy (Diploma Level) — 65 Questions / 65 Marks
01
Pharmaceutics02
Pharmacognosy03
Biochemistry & Clinical Pathology04
Human Anatomy & Physiology05
Health Education & Community Pharmacy06
Pharmaceutical Jurisprudence07
Pharmacology & Toxicology08
Drug Store & Business Management09
Hospital & Clinical Pharmacy| # | Topic | Key Sub-topics |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pharmaceutics | Acids, bases & buffers; Antioxidants; Gastrointestinal agents; Topical & Antimicrobial agents; Dental Products; Respiratory stimulants; Expectorants; Emetics; Antidotes; Intra/Extracellular electrolytes; Inorganic compounds; Radio pharmaceuticals; Quality control; Pharmacognosy tests |
| 2 | Pharmacognosy | Laxatives; Cardiotonics; Carminatives & G.I. regulators; Astringents; CNS drugs; Antihypertensive; Antitussives; Antirheumatics; Antitumour; Antileprotics; Antidiabetics; Diuretics; Antidysenteries; Antiseptics; Antimalarials; Oxytocics; Vitamins; Enzymes; Perfumes & flavoring agents |
| 3 | Biochemistry & Clinical Pathology | Introduction to biochemistry; Carbohydrates; Lipids; Vitamins; Enzymes; Therapeutics |
| 4 | Human Anatomy & Physiology | Scope of Anatomy & physiology; Elementary tissues; Skeletal, Cardiovascular, Respiratory, Urinary, Muscular, CNS, Sensory, Digestive, Endocrine, Reproductive systems |
| 5 | Health Education & Community Pharmacy | Concept of health; Nutrition; First aid; Environment & health; Microbiology fundamentals; Communicable & Non-communicable diseases; STDs; Epidemiology |
| 6 | Pharmaceutical Jurisprudence | Pharmacy Act 1948; Drugs & Cosmetics Act 1940; Drugs & Magic Remedies Act 1954; NDPS Act 1985; Drugs (price control) order; Poisons Act 1919; MTP Act 1971; Medicinal & Toilet Preparations Act 1955 |
| 7 | Pharmacology & Toxicology | Routes of drug administration; Mechanism of action; CNS, Respiratory, Cardiovascular, Renal drugs; Hormones; Digestive drugs; Chemotherapy; Disinfectants & antiseptics |
| 8 | Drug Store & Business Management | Introduction; Drug House Management; Sales; Recruitment; Training; Banking & Finance |
| 9 | Hospital & Clinical Pharmacy | Hospital Pharmacy; Drug Distribution; Manufacturing (Sterile & Non-sterile); P.T.C.; Hospital Formulary system; Drug Information service; Surgical dressing |
| Note: All Part-1 questions are at Diploma in Pharmacy level | ||
Part-2: Computer & IT — 15 Questions / 15 Marks
💻
History of Computer, Internet & WWW💻
Hardware & Software💻
Input / Output Devices💻
Internet Protocol / IP Address💻
IT Gadgets & Applications💻
Email Creation & Usage💻
MS-Word & MS-Excel Basics💻
OS, Social Networking, e-Governance💻
Digital Financial Tools💻
Future Skills & Cyber Security💻
AI, Big Data, Deep Learning, ML, IoTPart-3: UP State General Knowledge — 20 Questions / 20 Marks
🎌
History & Culture of UP🎌
Art, Architecture & Festivals🎌
Folk Dances & Literature🎌
Geographical Landscape & Environment🎌
Natural Resources, Wildlife, Mines🎌
Economy, Agriculture & Industry🎌
Polity & Administration🎌
Current Events & UP Achievements10
Selection Process
Two-tier process — PET-2025 shortlisting then written exam
1
PET-2025 Score Card Verification
Must have appeared in PET-2025 and been issued a score card. Candidates with zero/negative score are rejected at this stage.
2
Online Application & Fee Payment (₹25)
Apply at upsssc.gov.in between 09–29 March 2026 using PET-2025 Registration Number + OTP.
3
Shortlisting — 15× Vacancies via PET-2025 Score
UPSSSC prepares category-wise shortlist = 15 times vacancies based on PET-2025 Normalised Score in descending merit order.
4
Main Written Exam — Bheshajik Mukhya Pariksha
100 MCQs, 100 marks, 2 hours. Negative marking: 0.25/wrong. Parts: Pharmacy (65) + Computer (15) + UP GK (20). Admit card downloaded from portal after paying main exam fee.
5
Final Merit List
Selection based solely on Main Exam marks. No interview round. Category-wise merit list published on upsssc.gov.in.
6
Document Verification & Appointment
Shortlisted candidates called for document verification. Final appointment as Bheshajik (Pharmacist) under UP Health Dept in permanent and temporary posts.
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How to Apply Online
Portal: upsssc.gov.in | Login: PET-2025 Reg. No. + OTP | Window: 09–29 March 2026
1
Read Full Notification
Download and read the official 29-page notification from upsssc.gov.in (Live Advertisement Segment on Homepage). Apply only after understanding all terms and conditions.
2
Login to Applicant Segment
Go to upsssc.gov.in → Homepage → Live Advertisement Segment → Click this advertisement → Login using PET-2025 Registration Number + OTP sent to registered mobile/email.
3
Auto-Populated Personal Details
Name, father/spouse/mother's name, UP domicile info, category, EWS details, DOB, gender, marital status, contact details are auto-fetched from PET-2025 records.
4
Fill Educational Qualification
Enter D.Pharm details — board/institution name, year of passing, certificate number, roll number, certificate issue date, and UP State Pharmacy Council registration number.
5
Photo & Signature
Auto-fetched from PET-2025 records. Cannot be changed. Click "Continue" after reviewing.
6
Declaration & Submit
Read Declaration carefully → Tick all checkboxes → Enter Verification Code → Click "Save and Submit" to proceed to fee payment.
7
Pay Fee — ₹25
Pay via Credit/Debit Card, Internet Banking, UPI, or SBI e-Challan. After successful payment & reconciliation, form is auto-submitted. Download and print application immediately.
8
Fee Issues / Modification
If fee paid but form not showing — use "Update Your Transaction ID by Double Verification" in Applicant Segment. Permitted modifications (address, EWS/horizontal, qualification, marital status) allowed till 05 April 2026.
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Documents Required
Keep ready at time of application & document verification
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PET-2025 Score Card📄
High School Certificate (DOB Proof)📄
D.Pharm Marksheets & Certificate📄
UP Pharmacy Council Registration📄
Caste Certificate (SC/ST/OBC — UP)📄
EWS Certificate (FY 2024-25 income)📄
Domicile / Residence Certificate (UP)📄
Aadhar Card / Photo ID📄
PwBD Disability Certificate📄
Ex-Servicemen Discharge Book📄
NCC 'B' Certificate (if preferential)📄
NOC from Employer (if in Govt service)⚠ EWS Certificate Note
EWS certificate must be issued between 01-04-2025 to 29-03-2026, based on FY 2024-25 income, valid for FY 2025-26. Must be on UP Govt format via Office Circular No. 3/2019/4/1/2002/Ka-2/19 T.C.-II dated 14-03-2019.
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Important Instructions for Candidates
Key rules from official notification sections 11.01–11.29
| Rule | Instruction |
|---|---|
| 11.01 | All UP reserved category candidates must mention their category in the application form. |
| 11.02 | Candidates claiming more than one reservation will get only ONE benefit — the most beneficial. |
| 11.03 | Candidates NOT domiciled in UP will be treated as Unreserved (UR). No reservation benefit applicable. |
| 11.06 | Female candidates: Only paternal (father's side) caste certificate is valid. Husband's caste certificate is NOT accepted. |
| 11.09 | Candidates in Central/State Govt service must obtain NOC from employer before appearing in exam. |
| 11.10 | State govt employees get +5 years upper age relaxation as per UP Govt circular. |
| 11.15 | EWS certificate: issued 01-04-2025 to 29-03-2026, based on FY 2024-25 income, valid FY 2025-26. |
| 11.16 | Only High School/equivalent certificate is valid DOB proof. No other document accepted. |
| 11.18 | Exam date, time, centre communicated through Admit Card only. Change of centre not permitted under any circumstances. |
| 11.19 | Application cancelled if: DOB not mentioned / underage or overage / qualification not held / false information provided. |
| 11.20 | False information → DEBAR from this & all future UPSSSC exams and selections. |
| 11.22 | UPSSSC does NOT contact candidates personally. All communications on upsssc.gov.in. Check website regularly. |
| 11.25 | Male candidates with more than one living wife, and women married to such men, are NOT eligible (unless Governor has granted specific exemption). |
| 11.28 | UP Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Act 2024 (06 Aug 2024) applies. Malpractice = candidature cancellation + DEBAR from future selections. |
| 11.29 | Candidates selected under horizontal reservation are adjusted within their own vertical category (UR/SC/ST/OBC/EWS). |
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Official Links
All links go to upsssc.gov.in — official portal
🔗 Official & Application Links — UPSSSC Pharmacist Recruitment 2026
📄 Official Notification PDF (29 Pages) — Vigyan Sankhya-01-Pariksha/2026
📋 Apply Online (Active: 09 March – 29 March 2026)
💻 Applicant's Dashboard — Login with PET-2025 Registration Number
💳 Update Transaction ID — Double Verification (Fee Issues)
🏠 Official UPSSSC Website — upsssc.gov.in
Disclaimer: All links redirect to the official UPSSSC portal (upsssc.gov.in). JobTheta is not affiliated with UPSSSC. Content is verified from the official 29-page notification dated 28-02-2026. For latest updates, always visit upsssc.gov.in directly.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Most asked questions about UPSSSC Pharmacist Recruitment 2026
How many vacancies are there in UPSSSC Pharmacist Recruitment 2026?
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There are a total of 560 Bheshajik (Pharmacist) posts under the Directorate of Medical, Health & Family Welfare Services, Uttar Pradesh. Category-wise: UR-224, SC-118, ST-11, OBC-151, EWS-56. Nature of posts: Permanent & Temporary.
Is PET-2025 mandatory for UPSSSC Pharmacist 2026?
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Yes, absolutely mandatory. Only candidates who appeared in PET-2025 AND have been issued a score card by UPSSSC can apply. Candidates with zero or negative PET-2025 score (absolute or normalised) will not be shortlisted for the Main Examination under any circumstances.
What is the application fee for UPSSSC Pharmacist 2026?
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The application fee is NIL (Zero) for all categories. Only a nominal online processing charge of ₹25 is payable, making the total payable amount just ₹25 for everyone — UR, SC, ST, OBC, EWS, Women, Ex-SM, PwBD alike.
What is the last date to apply for UPSSSC Pharmacist 2026?
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The last date to apply online and pay the fee is 29 March 2026. No application or fee will be accepted after this date. Additionally, fee reconciliation and permitted application modifications can be done till 05 April 2026.
What educational qualification is required for UPSSSC Pharmacist?
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Candidates must have Diploma in Pharmacy (D.Pharm) from a recognised institution AND must be registered with the State Pharmacy Council, Uttar Pradesh. Both conditions are mandatory and must be fulfilled by the last date of application (29 March 2026).
What is the age limit for UPSSSC Pharmacist Recruitment 2026?
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Minimum: 18 years, Maximum: 40 years as on 1st January of the recruitment year. Age relaxation: OBC +3 yrs (→43), SC/ST +5 yrs (→45), Govt Servants +5 yrs (→45), PwBD +15 yrs (→55). DOB proof: High School certificate ONLY.
What is the exam pattern for UPSSSC Pharmacist Main Exam?
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Single paper: 100 MCQs, 100 marks, 2 hours (120 minutes). Three parts — Part-1: Pharmacy Subject Knowledge (65 marks), Part-2: Computer & IT (15 marks), Part-3: UP State GK (20 marks). Negative marking: 0.25 marks per wrong answer (25%). No minimum qualifying marks. No interview.
What is the salary of UPSSSC Pharmacist (Bheshajik)?
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Pay Scale: Pay Level-5, Min ₹5,200 – Max ₹20,200 + Grade Pay ₹2,800/-. In addition, employees receive DA, HRA, medical benefits, LTC, and NPS pension as per UP Govt rules. Approximate gross monthly in-hand: ₹28,000–₹35,000+ depending on posting location.
Can candidates outside Uttar Pradesh apply?
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Yes, Indian citizens from outside UP can apply, but they will be treated as Unreserved (UR) category. No reservation benefit (SC/ST/OBC/EWS) will be provided to candidates who are not domiciled in Uttar Pradesh.
What details can be modified after submitting the application?
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After submission and before 05 April 2026, only these 4 fields can be modified: (a) Correspondence address, (b) EWS & horizontal reservation details (DFF, Ex-SM, PwBD, Sportsperson), (c) Qualification details, (d) Marital status. No other field can be changed after the modification deadline.
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