Recruitment Overview

About CDSCO

The Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO) is India's national regulatory authority responsible for ensuring the safety, quality, and efficacy of drugs, cosmetics, and medical devices. Drug Inspectors enforce the Drugs and Cosmetics Act by inspecting manufacturing units, wholesalers, and retailers.

Vacancy Details

• Category	Number of Vacancies
  UR	55
  EWS	41
  OBC	39
  SC	35
  ST	16
  TOTAL	186

Important Dates

• Notification Released	26 June 2026
  Application Starts	27 June 2026
  Last Date to Apply	17 July 2026
  Recruitment Test	To be announced
  Interview	To be announced

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

• Bachelor's Degree in Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or equivalent eligible qualification.
• Other qualifications as specified in the official notification.

Age Limit

The upper age limit and category-wise age relaxation are applicable according to the official UPSC advertisement and Government of India rules.

Salary

Selection Process

1. Scrutiny of Applications
2. Recruitment Test (if conducted)
3. Interview
4. Document Verification
5. Medical Examination (where applicable)
6. Final Merit List

Exam Pattern

UPSC has not released a detailed exam pattern for this recruitment. If a Recruitment Test is held, the detailed pattern will be notified separately.

• Pharmacy Subjects
• Drug Laws & Regulations
• Pharmaceutical Sciences
• General Awareness
• Current Affairs

Expected Syllabus

Core Pharmacy Subjects

1. Pharmaceutics
2. Pharmacology
3. Pharmaceutical Chemistry
4. Pharmaceutical Analysis
5. Pharmacognosy
6. Microbiology
7. Biochemistry
8. Hospital Pharmacy

Drug Regulatory Topics

• Drugs and Cosmetics Act, 1940
• Drugs Rules
• CDSCO Guidelines
• GMP & GLP
• Quality Assurance
• Quality Control
• Pharmacovigilance

Drug Inspector Job Profile

Drug Inspectors ensure medicines, cosmetics and medical devices comply with quality and safety standards. They inspect pharmaceutical companies, wholesalers and retailers, collect samples, investigate complaints and enforce the Drugs and Cosmetics Act.

• Inspect manufacturing facilities
• Collect drug samples
• Monitor quality standards
• Investigate violations
• Prepare inspection reports
• Support regulatory enforcement

Application Fee

• General/OBC/EWS	₹25
  SC/ST	Nil
  PwDB	Nil
  Female Candidates	Nil

Documents Required

• Passport-size Photograph
• Signature
• Educational Certificates
• Degree & Mark Sheets
• Photo ID Proof
• Category Certificate (if applicable)
• Experience Certificate (if applicable)

How to Apply Online

1. 1. Visit the UPSC ORA portal.

   2. Complete One-Time Registration (OTR).

   3. Log in to your account.

   4. Select Advertisement No. 07/2026.

   5. Open the Drug Inspector application form.

   6. Fill all required details carefully.

   7. Upload documents.

   8. Pay the fee (if applicable).

   9. Review the application.

   10.Submit and download the confirmation page.

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Preparation Strategy

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Conclusion

The CDSCO Drug Inspector Recruitment 2026 offers an excellent opportunity for Pharmacy graduates seeking a Central Government career. Interested candidates should verify eligibility, complete the online application before the deadline and begin their preparation early to improve their chances of success.