UPSC Drug Inspector Recruitment 2026 - 186 Posts Apply Online

Suresh

03 Jul 2026

All India

Department :

UPSC has announced 186 vacancies for Drug Inspector posts in 2026. Candidates with a B.Pharma degree can apply online from June 27, 2026, to July 17, 2026.

Don't miss this opportunity to join the Union Public Service Commission.

Highlights

Start Date

27 Jun 2026

End Date

17 Jul 2026

Payment Last Date

17 Jul 2026

Exam Mode

Online

Maximum Age

30 Years

UPSC Drug Inspector Recruitment 2026 - 186 Posts Apply Online

Qualifications

B.Pharma

Designation

Inspector

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released a recruitment notification for 186 posts of Drug Inspector. This is a golden opportunity for candidates holding a Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy or related fields to join a prestigious government organization. Interested and eligible candidates can apply online through the official UPSC website.

Vacancy Details

Category	Total Posts
UR (Unreserved)	55
EWS (Economically Weaker Sections)	41
OBC (Other Backward Classes)	39
SC (Scheduled Castes)	35
ST (Scheduled Tribes)	16
Grand Total	186

Important Dates

Notification Release Date: 25-06-2026
Starting Date for Online Application: 27-06-2026
Last Date for Online Application: 17-07-2026
Eligibility Determination Date: 17-07-2026
Interview / Recruitment Test Date: To be intimated separately by UPSC

Application Fee

For General/OBC/EWS Male Candidates: Rs. 25/-
For Female candidates of all categories, SC, ST, and Persons with Benchmark Disability (PwBD) candidates: Nil

Age Limit

Maximum Age: 30 Years as on 17-07-2026
Age relaxation is applicable as per Government rules.

Educational Qualification

Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy or Pharmaceutical Sciences or Medicine from a recognized University or Institute.

Pay Scale

Selected candidates will be placed at Level-8 of the Pay Matrix as per the 7th Central Pay Commission.

Selection Process

The selection process will likely involve a Recruitment Test (RT) followed by an Interview, as indicated by UPSC.

How to Apply

Interested and eligible candidates are required to apply online through the official UPSC website, upsc.gov.in/, between 27-06-2026 and 17-07-2026. Candidates are advised to read the complete notification before applying.