The JPSC Drug Inspector Recruitment 2026 presents a golden opportunity for pharmacy and medical graduates to secure a prestigious state government job in Jharkhand.
The Jharkhand Public Service Commission (JPSC) has officially released Advertisement No. 12/2025 for the recruitment of 30 Drug Inspector posts under the Directorate of Drug Control, Namkum, Ranchi, functioning under the Health, Medical Education & Family Welfare Department, Government of Jharkhand.
This role plays a vital part in ensuring drug quality, safety, and regulatory compliance under the Drugs and Cosmetics Act, 1940, making it an ideal career choice for professionals passionate about pharmaceutical regulation and public health protection.
🔍 JPSC Drug Inspector Vacancy 2026: Key Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Authority | Jharkhand Public Service Commission (JPSC) |
| Advertisement No. | 12/2025 |
| Post Name | Drug Inspector |
| Total Vacancies | 30 |
| Department | Directorate of Drug Control, Jharkhand |
| Job Nature | Permanent (2-year probation) |
| Job Location | Jharkhand |
| Pay Scale | PB-II ₹9,300–34,800 + GP ₹5,400 |
| Pay Level (7th CPC) | Level-9 |
| Approx. In-Hand Salary | ₹53,000 – ₹70,000/month |
| Application Mode | Online (JPSC OTR System) |
Category-wise Vacancy Distribution
- Unreserved (UR): 18
- Scheduled Tribe (ST): 05
- Scheduled Caste (SC): 02
- OBC: 01
- BC: 02
- EWS: 02
🧑🔬 Role & Responsibilities of a Drug Inspector in Jharkhand
As a Drug Inspector, you will be responsible for enforcing pharmaceutical laws and safeguarding public health through strict regulatory oversight.
Key Duties Include:
- Inspect pharmaceutical manufacturing units, pharmacies, and distributors.
- Ensure compliance with the Drugs & Cosmetics Act, 1940 and Rules.
- Draw drug samples for testing to detect substandard or spurious medicines.
- Investigate complaints, violations, raids, and initiate legal proceedings when required.
- Issue, renew, suspend, or cancel licenses for manufacture, sale, and distribution of drugs.
- Monitor storage conditions, labeling, and advertising of medicines.
Authorization for Schedule-C Drugs:
To inspect Schedule-C drugs (biologics, vaccines, sera), inspectors must have:
- 18 months experience in manufacturing/testing at least one Schedule-C drug OR
- 3 years experience inspecting Schedule-C manufacturing units.
This role involves a balanced mix of field inspections, regulatory enforcement, and public safety responsibility.
🎓 Eligibility Criteria – JPSC Drug Inspector 2026
Educational Qualification
Candidates must possess any one of the following degrees from a recognized Indian university, as per Rule 49 of Drugs & Cosmetics Rules, 1945:
- Degree in Pharmacy or Pharmaceutical Sciences, OR
- Degree in Medicine with specialization in Clinical Pharmacology or Microbiology
⏳ Age Limit (as on 01-08-2024)
| Category | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| Unreserved / EWS | 35 years |
| BC / EBC | 37 years |
| SC / ST | 40 years |
| PwD | Up to 45–50 years |
| Women | +3 years (category-wise) |
📌 Reservation benefits apply only to permanent residents of Jharkhand with valid certificates.
📝 Selection Process – JPSC Drug Inspector 2026
Recruitment will be conducted through a two-stage selection process:
1️⃣ Written Examination (1,000 Marks)
- 5 Objective Papers × 200 marks each
- Subjects include:
- Pharmaceutics
- Microbiology
- Pharmacology
- Pharmaceutical Chemistry / Biochemistry
- Pharmaceutical Jurisprudence & Ethics
2️⃣ Interview / Personality Test (100 Marks)
Total Marks: 1,100
📌 Minimum qualifying marks vary by category
(e.g., 40% for General/EWS candidates).
💰 Salary, Benefits & Career Growth
Pay & Allowances
- Pay Level-9 under 7th CPC
- Monthly in-hand salary: ₹53,000 – ₹70,000
- Additional benefits:
- Dearness Allowance (DA)
- House Rent Allowance (HRA)
- Medical facilities
- Pension & retirement benefits
Career Growth
- Stable government service with long-term job security
- Promotion to Senior Drug Inspector and higher regulatory roles
- Opportunities to contribute directly to public health safety in Jharkhand
📆 Probation Period
- 2 years probation
- Performance-based confirmation after successful completion
🧾 How to Apply – JPSC Drug Inspector Recruitment 2026
Step-by-Step Application Process:
- Visit www.jpsc.gov.in
- Register via One Time Registration (OTR)
- Fill the online application form
📅 Application Window:
29 January 2026 – 18 February 2026 (up to 5:00 PM) - Pay application fee online:
- General / EWS / BC: ₹600
- ST / PTG: ₹150
- PwD: Exempted
- Submit hard copy of application with documents to JPSC Office, Ranchi
📅 Last Date: 05 March 2026 (5:00 PM)
Required Documents:
- Educational certificates
- Experience proof (if applicable)
- Caste / EWS / Resident certificate
- PwD certificate (if applicable)
📞 JPSC Helpline:
+91-9431301636 / +91-9431301419
(Working days, 10 AM – 5 PM)
candidates from states other than Jharkhand can apply for JPSC Drug Inspector Recruitment 2026, but they will be treated as Unreserved (UR) candidates.
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