UPSSSC Pharmacist Exam Date 2026: The Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) has announced the date for the Pharmacist Recruitment Main Examination. Candidates who successfully applied during the stipulated period will be eligible to appear for the examination. The examination is scheduled to be conducted on June 21, 2026 (Sunday).

The official notice states: "It is hereby informed that the Honorable Commission has decided to conduct the Written (Main) Examination for the Pharmacist Main Examination (PET-2025) — pursuant to Commission Advertisement No. 01-Exam/2026/02 — on June 21, 2026 (Sunday)."

Vacancy Details
Under this recruitment drive, a total of 560 vacancies for the post of Pharmacist will be filled within the Directorate of Medical and Health Services, Uttar Pradesh. The category-wise breakdown of vacancies is as follows:

**Category** | **Vacancies**
Unreserved | 224
OBC | 151
EWS | 56
SC | 118
ST | 11
**Total Posts** | **560**

Selection Based on PET-2025 Scores
Candidates eligible for the Main Examination will be selected solely based on the scores obtained in the Preliminary Eligibility Test (PET) 2025. This recruitment drive is open to candidates holding a Diploma in Pharmacy.

What will be the Exam Pattern?
In this recruitment examination, candidates will be asked a total of 100 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs). The duration of the examination will be 2 hours. A negative marking scheme of 1/4th of a mark for every incorrect answer will also be applicable.

The examination will feature questions related to Subject-Specific Knowledge, Computer and Information Technology, Current Affairs, and General Knowledge about Uttar Pradesh. Candidates are advised to prepare thoroughly across all these subjects.

What is the Salary for a Pharmacist in UP?
Candidates selected under this recruitment drive will be offered a pay scale corresponding to Level-5 (₹5,200 – ₹20,200) with a Grade Pay of ₹2,800.

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