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UPSC CDSCO Drug Inspector Recruitment 2026
UPSC released the Drug Inspector Recruitment 2026 notification to recruit 186 Drug Inspectors in the Central Drugs Standard Control Organization (CDSCO). Candidates possessing a Bachelor's Degree in Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or Medicine with specialization in Clinical Pharmacology or Microbiology are eligible to apply for this recruitment. The selected candidates will be appointed as Group 'B' Gazetted, Non-Ministerial Officers and will receive salary under Level-8 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix.
The UPSC Drug Inspector Apply Online 2026 process has commenced from 28th June 2026, and eligible candidates can submit their online application forms until 17th July 2026 through the UPSC Online Recruitment Application (ORA) portal. Interested applicants should carefully check the eligibility criteria, age limit, vacancy details, selection process, salary structure, application fee, and online application procedure before completing the registration process.
UPSC Drug Inspector Notification 2026 PDF
The UPSC Drug Inspector Notification 2026 has been released under Advertisement No. 07/2026, inviting online applications for 186 Drug Inspector posts. The UPSC CDSCO Drug Inspector 2026 notification provides complete details regarding the vacancy distribution, eligibility criteria, educational qualification, age limit, salary, selection process, application fee, job responsibilities, probation period, and online application process. Candidates are advised to carefully read the official UPSC Drug Inspector Notification PDF before submitting their online application to ensure they fulfil all the prescribed eligibility conditions.
UPSC CDSCO Drug Inspector Recruitment 2026
*Organization Name: Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)
*Department Name: Central Drugs Standard Control Organization (CDSCO)
*Ministry: Ministry of Health & Family Welfare
*Post Name: Drug Inspector
*Advertisement No.: 07/2026
*Vacancy No.: 26060752127
*Total Vacancies: 186
*Job Category: Central Government Jobs
*Job Type: Permanent
*Application Mode: Online
*Online Application Dates: 25th June 2026 to 17th July 2026 (11:59 PM)
*Selection Process: Recruitment Test (if conducted), Interview, Document Verification & Medical Examination
*Official Website: https://www.upsc.gov.in/
UPSC Drug Inspector Vacancy 2026
A total of 186 vacancies have been announced for the post of Drug Inspector under the Central Drugs Standard Control Organization (CDSCO), Ministry of Health & Family Welfare through the UPSC Drug Inspector Recruitment 2026. The vacancies have been distributed among various categories as per the Government of India reservation policy. Candidates can check the category-wise vacancy details below.
Category-wise Vacancy Details
- Unreserved (UR): 55 Posts
- Economically Weaker Section (EWS): 41 Posts
- Other Backward Classes (OBC): 39 Posts
- Scheduled Castes (SC): 35 Posts
- Scheduled Tribes (ST): 16 Posts
UPSC CDSCO Drug Inspector Eligibility Criteria 2026
Candidates interested in applying for the UPSC CDSCO Drug Inspector Recruitment 2026 must fulfil the eligibility criteria prescribed in the official notification. The eligibility conditions include the required educational qualification, age limit, and other conditions specified by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC). Candidates are advised to ensure that they meet all the eligibility requirements before submitting the online application form.
Educational Qualification
Candidates applying for the Drug Inspector post must possess any one of the following qualifications from a recognized University or Institute:
- Bachelor's Degree in Pharmacy, or
- Bachelor's Degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences, or
- Bachelor's Degree in Medicine with specialization in Clinical Pharmacology or Microbiology.
Note: UPSC may relax the prescribed educational qualification at its discretion in exceptional cases if a candidate is otherwise well qualified.
Age Limit (As on 17-07-2026)
Candidates must satisfy the prescribed upper age limit according to their respective categories.
- UR: Maximum 30 Years
- EWS: Maximum 30 Years
- OBC: Maximum 33 Years
- SC: Maximum 35 Years
- ST: Maximum 35 Years
- PwBD Candidates: 40 years Age Relaxation
UPSC CDSCO Drug Inspector Selection Process 2026
The selection of candidates for the Drug Inspector post will be carried out by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) through the prescribed recruitment process. Depending on the number of applications received, UPSC may conduct a Recruitment Test followed by an Interview, or shortlist candidates directly for the Interview. The final selection will be based on the candidate's performance in the applicable stages.
The selection process may include the following stages:
- Shortlisting of Applications
- Recruitment Test (if conducted)
- Interview
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination (if required by the appointing authority)
UPSC Drug Inspector Salary 2026
Candidates selected for the post of Drug Inspector in the Central Drugs Standard Control Organization (CDSCO) will receive salary under Pay Level-8 of the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Pay Matrix. The initial basic pay starts from ₹47,600 per month, and with Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Transport Allowance (TA), and other admissible Central Government allowances, the monthly gross salary becomes significantly higher depending on the place of posting.
UPSC Drug Inspector Apply Online 2026
The UPSC Drug Inspector Apply Online 2026 process has started through the Online Recruitment Application (ORA) portal of the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC). Eligible candidates can submit their online application from 25th June 2026 to 17th July 2026 (11:59 PM). Applicants should carefully read the official notification and ensure they meet all the eligibility conditions before filling out the application form. No application will be accepted after the closing date.
How to Apply for UPSC CDSCO Drug Inspector Recruitment 2026?
Follow the step-by-step process below to complete the online application:
Step 1: Visit the official UPSC website at https://www.upsc.gov.in/ or open the Online Recruitment Application (ORA) portal.
Step 2: On the homepage, click on the "Recruitment" tab and select "Online Recruitment Application (ORA)".
Step 3: Find the Drug Inspector Recruitment 2026 advertisement and click on the "Apply Now" link.
Step 4: Complete the One Time Registration (OTR) process, if you are a new user. Existing users can log in using their registered credentials.
Step 5: Fill in the online application form carefully by entering your personal details, educational qualifications, experience (if applicable), and other required information.
Step 6: Upload the required documents, including your recent passport-size photograph, signature, and other supporting certificates in the prescribed format.
Step 7: Pay the application fee through the available online payment modes, if applicable.
Step 8: Review all the information entered in the application form carefully before final submission.
Step 9: Submit the online application form and download or print a copy of the submitted application for future reference.
Note: Candidates are advised to complete the application process well before the last date to avoid any last-minute technical issues or server congestion.
UPSC CDSCO Drug Inspector Application Fee 2026
Candidates who wish to apply for the UPSC CDSCO Drug Inspector Recruitment 2026 are required to pay the prescribed application fee while submitting the online application form through the UPSC Online Recruitment Application (ORA) portal. However, applicants belonging to the reserved categories notified by the Commission are exempted from paying the application fee. Candidates should ensure that the fee payment is completed successfully before the final submission of the application form.
Category-wise Application Fee
- General / OBC / EWS (Male Candidates): ₹25/-
- SC Candidates: No Application Fee
- ST Candidates: No Application Fee
- PwBD Candidates: No Application Fee
- Female Candidates (All Categories): No Application Fee
Payment Mode: The application fee can be paid online through Debit Card, Credit Card, UPI,
Internet Banking, or any other online payment option available on the UPSC ORA portal.
Note: Once the application fee is paid, it will not be refunded or adjusted under any circumstances. Therefore, candidates are advised to verify all the information entered in the application form before making the final payment.
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