Join JPSC Drug Inspector Online Form 2026 – Start – Last Date 15 Feb 2026 & Syllabus | Sarkari Result & Apna Career
Jharkhand Public Service Commission – Drug Inspector Recruitment | Govt Job Alert & Sarkari Naukri
Brief Information – Latest Sarkari Result Update
Jharkhand Public Service Commission (JPSC) has released the official notification for recruitment to the post of **Drug Inspector** under the Health & Family Welfare Department, Government of Jharkhand. The online application process commenced in January 2026. The last date for submission of online applications is **15 February 2026**.
Category-wise Vacancy Details (Tentative – As per Notification)
| Category | No. of Posts | Women Reservation (Horizontal) | PwBD (Horizontal) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR) | 35 | 10 (30%) | 1–2 |
| EWS | 08 | 2 (30%) | — |
| BC-I | 10 | 3 (30%) | — |
| BC-II | 06 | 2 (30%) | — |
| SC | 12 | 4 (30%) | 1 |
| ST | 18 | 5 (30%) | 1 |
| Total | 89 | 26 | 3–4 |
Exact category-wise, horizontal reservation (Women, PwBD), backlog vacancies (if any) and final distribution are provided in the official JPSC Drug Inspector Notification PDF.
Salary Structure & Pay Scale (7th Pay Commission)
| Component | Details (Pay Level-9) |
|---|---|
| Pay Level | Level-9 |
| Pay Band | ₹53,100 – ₹1,67,800 |
| Grade Pay (equivalent) | ₹5,400 |
| Initial Basic Pay | ₹53,100 |
| Dearness Allowance (DA) | ~50% of Basic Pay (revised bi-annually) |
| House Rent Allowance (HRA) | 8–24% of Basic Pay (depending on city – X/Y/Z) |
| Transport Allowance | ₹3,600–₹7,200 + DA thereon |
| Gross Salary (approx. initial) | ₹75,000 – ₹95,000 per month |
| In-hand Salary (approx.) | ₹65,000 – ₹80,000 per month (after deductions) |
| Deductions | PF (10%), NPS contribution, Income Tax, Professional Tax |
| Other Benefits | Medical Allowance, LTC, Leave Encashment, Pension under NPS, Group Insurance, Annual Increments, Promotions |
Salary is as per 7th Pay Commission Level-9. Exact in-hand salary depends on posting location, current DA rate, and individual deductions. Annual increments & promotions are as per Jharkhand Government rules.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | January 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | January 2026 |
| Online Application Last Date | 15 February 2026 |
Key Information
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Eligibility | B.Pharm / M.Pharm / Pharmaceutical Chemistry / Medicine with specialization in Clinical Pharmacology / Microbiology from recognized university + Registration with State Pharmacy Council |
| Age Limit (as on 01.08.2026) | 21–35 Years (General Male), 21–38 Years (General Female) – Relaxations applicable |
| Application Fee | ₹600 (General/OBC/EWS); ₹150 (SC/ST of Jharkhand) |
| Selection Process | Written Examination (Objective) → Document Verification → Medical Examination |
| Apply Online | Apply Here – Apna Career |
Exam Pattern (Written Examination)
| Paper | Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper-I | Pharmacy (Core Subject) | 100 | 100 | 2 hours |
| Paper-II | General Knowledge & Current Affairs | 50 | 50 | 1 hour |
| Total | — | 150 | 150 | 3 hours |
Negative marking: 1/3 mark deducted for each wrong answer. Qualifying marks: 40% (General), 36.5% (BC), 32% (SC/ST).
Detailed Syllabus
- Paper-I – Pharmacy (Core Subject)
- Pharmaceutics: Drug delivery systems, tablet & capsule formulation, parenteral products
- Pharmaceutical Chemistry: Medicinal chemistry, biochemistry, organic & inorganic chemistry
- Pharmacology: General pharmacology, drug action, toxicology, clinical pharmacology
- Pharmacognosy: Natural drugs, plant chemistry, crude drugs
- Pharmaceutical Jurisprudence & Ethics: Drugs & Cosmetics Act 1940, Pharmacy Act 1948, NDPS Act
- Drug Regulatory Affairs: CDSCO guidelines, GMP, GLP, Schedule M, Y, U
- Microbiology & Biotechnology: Sterilization, microbial assays, vaccine production
- Paper-II – General Knowledge & Current Affairs
- Current Affairs (National & International – last 12 months)
- Indian Polity & Constitution
- Indian Economy & Budget
- History & Geography of India & Jharkhand
- General Science & Environment
- Jharkhand Specific GK (Tribal culture, economy, geography, current events)
Candidates should refer to the official JPSC Drug Inspector notification for the most accurate and updated syllabus.
How to Apply
- Visit the official JPSC website: https://jpsc.gov.in/
- Click on “Online Application” → Drug Inspector Recruitment 2026
- Register/Login using valid mobile & email
- Fill the application form carefully
- Upload scanned photograph, signature, and required documents
- Pay application fee online
- Submit the form before **15 February 2026** and take printout
Important Tips
- Last date is **15 February 2026** – apply early to avoid server issues
- Focus on Drugs & Cosmetics Act, Pharmacy jurisprudence, and Jharkhand GK
- Practice previous year papers and current affairs regularly
- Check JPSC portal frequently for admit card, exam date, and updates
