The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has officially released the notification for Drug Inspector (Medical Devices) under the Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO), Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. This is an excellent opportunity for qualified individuals in pharmaceutical sciences, life sciences, pharmacy, biomedical engineering, and allied disciplines to step into a prestigious regulatory role.
UPSC Drug Inspector Recruitment 2025: Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
| Post Name | Drug Inspector |
| Vacancies | 20 |
| Vacancy Number | 25050624624 |
| Educational Qualification | Engineering (Bachelor’s in): Biomedical, Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, Instrumentation, Biotechnology, Polymer, Computer Science, or Medical Electronics OR Science (Bachelor’s in): Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Science, Microbiology, Biochemistry, Chemistry, or Life Sciences |
| Age Limit | UR/EWS: Up to 30 years OBC: Up to 33 years SC/ST: Up to 35 years PwBD: Up to 40 years |
| Salary | ₹47,600 – ₹1,51,100 (Level 8, 7th CPC Pay Matrix) |
| Job Location | Across India |
| Post Status | Permanent |
| Headquarters | CDSCO Headquarters, New Delhi |
| Selection Process | Written Exam + Recruitment by Selection (Shortlisting + Interview) |
| Official Website | https://upsc.gov.in |
| Experience | Freshers Can Apply Too Due To Recent Changes in Government |
UPSC Drug Inspector 2025: Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification 1 | 24 May 2025 |
| Online Application Start Date | 24 May 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 12 June 2025 |
| Exam Date | To be announced |
UPSC Drug Inspector Eligibility Criteria
1. Educational Qualification
- Engineering (Bachelor’s in): Biomedical, Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, Instrumentation, Biotechnology, Polymer, Computer Science, or Medical Electronics OR
- Science (Bachelor’s in): Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Science, Microbiology, Biochemistry, Chemistry, or Life Sciences
Age Limit (as on 12 June 2025)
- UR/EWS: Up to 30 years
- OBC: Up to 33 years
- SC/ST: Up to 35 years
- PwBD: Up to 40 years
Age relaxations are applicable as per government norms.
♿ Reservation Details
| Category | Number of Vacancies |
|---|---|
| UR | 07 |
| EWS | 03 |
| OBC | 05 |
| SC | 03 |
| ST | 02 |
| Total | 20 |
PwBD Reservations (2 Vacancies)
- 1 Vacancy: Deaf (D)/Hard of Hearing (HH)
- 1 Vacancy: Locomotor Disability (BL, OL, OA, OLA, CP, LC, DW, AAV, SD, SI)
Posts also suitable for:
- Blindness/Low Vision (LV)
- Intellectual Disabilities (ID, ASD, SLD)
- Multiple Disabilities (MD)
UPSC Drug Inspector 2025 Exam Pattern & Syllabus
The selection process consists of two stages:
- Written Examination (Two Papers)
- Interview (Personality Test)
Paper-I: Pharmacy (200 Marks)
- Duration: 2 Hours
- Total Questions: 100 (Objective Type)
- Topics Covered:
- Forensic Pharmacy (Drugs & Cosmetic Act, Pharmacy Act, etc.)
- Manufacturing Pharmacy (Tablets, Capsules, Parenteral Preparations)
- Pharmaceutical Analysis (Limit Tests, Bioassays, Sterility Tests)
- Pharmacology & Toxicology (Drug Interactions, Adverse Effects)
- Pharmacognosy (Natural Drug Sources, Chemical Constituents)
Paper-II: General Knowledge (50 Marks)
- Duration: 1 Hour
- Total Questions: 50 (Objective Type)
- Topics Covered:
- Indian Constitution
- Science & Technology
- Current Affairs
- History, Geography, Economy
Interview (Personality Test – 100 Marks)
- Candidates qualifying in the written exam will be called for an interview.
UPSC Drug Inspector 2025 Salary & Job Profile
- Pay Scale: ₹47,600 – ₹1,51,100 (Level 8, 7th CPC)
- Job Role:
- Inspecting pharmaceutical manufacturing units.
- Ensuring compliance with Drugs & Cosmetics Act.
- Monitoring drug quality control & safety standards.
- Investigating spurious drug cases.
How to Apply for UPSC Drug Inspector 2025?
- Visit: https://upsconline.gov.in/ora/
- Navigate to Online Recruitment Application (ORA)
- Search for Drug Inspector (Medical Devices) post (Vacancy No. 25050624624)
- Register and fill in all required details Upload scanned copies of photo, signature, certificates
Pay Application Fee:
- General/OBC/EWS – ₹25
- SC/ST/PwBD/Women – Exempted
- Submit and take a printout for future use
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. What is the last date to apply for UPSC Drug Inspector 2025?
- The last date will be 12 June 2025 (11:59 PM) for Drug Inspector Recruitment.
Q2. Is there negative marking in the UPSC Drug Inspector exam?
- Yes, there may be a penalty for wrong answers (details in official notification).
Q3. Can B.Pharm graduates apply for UPSC Drug Inspector?
- Yes, B.Tech in Engineering or B.Sc/B.Pharm in related life science fields.
Q4. What is the selection process for UPSC Drug Inspector?
- Written Exam (Paper-I & Paper-II) + Interview.
Q5. What is the salary of a UPSC Drug Inspector?
- ₹47,600 – ₹1,51,100 (Level 8, 7th CPC)
Q6. How many vacancies are available?
- 20 vacancies, including reserved positions.
Final Tips for UPSC Drug Inspector Preparation
✅ Focus on Pharmacy Acts & Regulations (Drugs & Cosmetics Act, Pharmacy Act).
✅ Practice MCQs on Pharmaceutical Sciences & General Knowledge.
✅ Follow Current Affairs (Especially related to Health & Pharma Sector).
✅ Solve Previous Year Papers for exam pattern understanding.
🔗 Important Links
| DETAILS | LINKs |
| Official Notice | Download |
| UPSC Official Website | https://upsc.gov.in |
| Apply Online | https://upsconline.gov.in/ora/VacancyNoticePub.php |
| DOWNLOAD SYLLABUS | Download |
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About UPSC
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