UPSC Drug Inspector Recruitment 2026 Notification, Apply Online for 186 Vacancies

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has announced a total of 186 vacancies for the post of Drug Inspector in the Central Drugs Standard Control Organization (CDSCO), Department of Health & Family Welfare, Ministry of Health & Family Welfare. Candidates whose upper age is 30 years and who have completed a Bachelor’s Degree in Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences are eligible to apply online for the UPSC Drug Inspector exam.

UPSC Drug Inspector Notification 2026 Out

The UPSC Drug Inspector Notification 2026 under the Advt. No. 07/2026 has been released on the official website www.upsc.gov.in to recruit eligible candidates for Drug Inspector vacancies. Candidates who are willing to apply for the post of Drug Inspector must go through the detailed notification PDF to check all the details like registration process, eligibility criteria, selection process, and more.

UPSC Drug Inspector Notification 2026 PDF- Click to Download

UPSC Drug Inspector Recruitment 2026- Summary

The online application for Drug Inspector Vacancy 2026 is ongoing at www.upsc.gov.in, and eligible candidates can apply online till 17th July 2026. Check highlights regarding the recruitment drive from the article.

UPSC Drug Inspector Recruitment 2026- Important Dates

The detailed notification has been released by the UPSC along with the complete registration schedule. Check all the important dates from the table provided below.

UPSC Drug Inspector Vacancy 2026

A total of 186 vacancies have been announced by the Union Public Service Commission for the post of Drug Inspector in the Central Drugs Standard Control Organization (CDSCO).

UPSC Drugs Inspector Eligibility Criteria 2026

Candidates must make sure to fulfill the required eligibility criteria as specified by the officials. The eligibility criteria in terms of educational qualification and age limit have been discussed below.

Educational Qualification

Candidates should possess any one of the following qualifications from a recognized university:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Pharmacy; or
• Bachelor’s Degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences; or
• Degree in Medicine with specialization in Clinical Pharmacology; or
• Degree in Medicine with specialization in Microbiology.

Age Limit

The maximum age limit is:

• UR/EWS: 30 Years
• OBC: 33 Years
• SC/ST: 35 Years
• PwBD: As per Government Rules

UPSC Drug Inspector Apply Online 2026

Interested and eligible candidates can now submit their application forms for UPSC Drug Inspector Recruitment 2026 at the Union Public Service Commission official website www.upsc.gov.in. For the reference of candidates, the direct apply online link is also shared here, which will remain active till 17th July 2026 (6 pm). Click on the link below and fill the application form as soon as possible to avoid last-minute technical glitches.

UPSC Drug Inspector Apply Online 2026 Link (Active)- Click to Apply

UPSC Drug Inspector Application Fee 2026

Candidates who will be applying for the UPSC Drug Inspector posts have to pay an application fee before submitting their application forms. The fee can be paid online and will be non-refundable.

How to Apply for UPSC Drugs Inspector Recruitment 2026?

Candidates can apply online by following these steps:

1. Visit the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) Online Recruitment (ORA) portal.
2. Complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) if not already registered.
3. Log in using your credentials.
4. Select: Drug Inspector Recruitment 2026
5. Fill in the application form carefully.
6. Upload the required documents, photograph, and signature.
7. Pay the application fee (if applicable).
8. Submit the application form and download the confirmation page for future reference

UPSC Drugs Inspector Selection Process 2026

UPSC may conduct a Recruitment Test depending on the number of applications received. The selection of candidates will be based on the following stages.

• Shortlisting of applications
• Recruitment Test (if conducted by UPSC)
• Personal Interview
• Document Verification
• Medical Examination

UPSC Drugs Inspector Salary 2026

The approximate monthly in-hand salary from Rs. 70,000/- to Rs. 85,000/- depending on the city of posting and applicable allowances. Selected candidates will be appointed in Pay Level-8 of the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC).