UPSSSC Recruitment 2026: Pharmacist Vacancies Rise to 564; Updates

New Delhi, March 30, 2026: The Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) has issued a series of critical updates regarding its 2026 recruitment cycle. In a move that brings mixed news for government job aspirants in the state, the Commission has officially revised the vacancy counts for several key positions, including Pharmacists (Bheshajik), Junior Assistants, and posts under the Uttar Pradesh Pollution Control Board (UPPCB).

These changes, announced via official corrigenda in late March 2026, reflect administrative adjustments and the inclusion of backlog positions. Here is a detailed breakdown of the revised vacancies and what they mean for candidates.

1. UPSSSC Pharmacist Vacancy 2026: Total Posts Increased

In a positive development for healthcare aspirants, the number of vacancies for the post of Pharmacist (Bheshajik) has been marginally increased. Initially advertised with 560 seats under the Directorate of Medical and Health Services, the count has now risen to 564.

• Original Vacancies: 560
• Revised Vacancies: 564
• Key Reason: Inclusion of four additional posts in departments operating under the medical directorate.

Eligibility & Selection Snapshot:

Candidates must hold a Diploma in Pharmacy (D.Pharm) and be registered with the State Pharmacy Council, Uttar Pradesh. Selection is strictly based on the UPSSSC PET 2025 normalized scores, followed by a Main Written Examination.

2. Junior Assistant Posts Revised (Advt No. 12-Exam/2024)

The Commission has also issued a “necessary information” notice regarding the Junior Assistant recruitment originally released under Advertisement No. 12-Exam/2024. Due to administrative adjustments—specifically the appointment of a dependent of a deceased employee—the total number of available seats has been reduced.

• Previous Count: 5 posts
• Revised Count: 4 posts
• Updated Category Distribution:
  • Unreserved (UR): 3 posts
  • Scheduled Caste (SC): 1 post
  • Other Categories (OBC/ST/EWS): 0 posts

3. Updates on UPPCB Recruitment

A separate notification concerning the Uttar Pradesh Pollution Control Board (UPPCB) under Advertisement No. 02-Examination/2026 has also seen revisions. While specific departmental needs often dictate these shifts, candidates are advised to verify the updated category-wise distribution on the official portal, as the total number of posts has seen a slight downward adjustment in certain segments.

Important Dates to Remember

Despite the revision in vacancy numbers, the Commission has largely maintained its original application timelines for the 2026 cycle.

Event	Date
Pharmacist Application Start Date	March 9, 2026
Last Date to Apply & Submit Fee	March 29, 2026
Last Date for Application Correction	April 5, 2026
UPSSSC AGTA Application Start	May 22, 2026
Assistant Boring Technician Start	April 15, 2026

Salary Structure & Pay Scale

The revised Pharmacist positions fall under Pay Level-5, offering a stable career path within the state government.

• Pay Band: ₹5,200 – ₹20,200
• Grade Pay: ₹2,800
• Allowances: As per Uttar Pradesh Government norms.

Next Steps for Candidates

If you have already applied for these positions, you are encouraged to log in to the [suspicious link removed] to ensure your application reflects the correct department preferences where applicable. Those within the correction window (ending April 5, 2026) should double-check their details to avoid disqualification during the document verification stage.