UPSC Drug Inspector Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 186 Posts
Advt. No. 07/2026 – Drug Inspector (CDSCO)
Online Application: 27 June 2026 | Last Date: 17 July 2026
UPSC Drug Inspector 2026: Complete Information
- The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the official notification (Advt. No. 07/2026) on 27 June 2026 for the recruitment of 186 Drug Inspector posts under the Central Drugs Standard Control Organization (CDSCO).
- The online application process began on 27 June 2026 and will close on 17 July 2026 (up to 6:00 PM).
- Read the full notification for eligibility, post details, selection procedure, age limit, and salary before applying.
UPSC Drug Inspector Recruitment 2026 – Important Dates
- Notification Release Date : 27 June 2026
- Online Apply Start Date : 27 June 2026
- Online Apply Last Date : 17 July 2026 (6:00 PM)
- Last Date for Fee Payment : 17 July 2026
- Interview / Test Date : To be notified by UPSC
Application Fee
| Category | Total Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS (Male) | ₹ 25/- |
| SC / ST / PwBD / Female | ₹ 0/- (Exempted) |
Payment Mode: Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking / UPI
UPSC Drug Inspector 2026 – Age Limit (as of 17 July 2026)
- Maximum Age (UR/EWS) : 30 Years
- Maximum Age (OBC) : 33 Years
- Maximum Age (SC/ST) : 35 Years
- PwBD / Central Govt. Servants : Relaxation as per rules.
📊 UPSC Drug Inspector Vacancy 2026 – Total 186 Posts
| Category | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|
| UR (Unreserved) | 55 |
| EWS | 41 |
| OBC | 39 |
| SC | 35 |
| ST | 16 |
| Grand Total | 186 |
* Horizontal reservation for PwBD as per government norms.
UPSC Drug Inspector 2026 – Eligibility & Key Highlights
| Post | Educational Qualification |
|---|---|
| Drug Inspector |
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UPSC Drug Inspector 2026 – Selection Process
- Shortlisting – Based on application details.
- Recruitment Test (RT) – If number of applications is high.
- Personal Interview – Conducted by UPSC.
- Document Verification & Medical Examination
UPSC Drug Inspector 2026 – Salary (7th CPC)
| Post | Pay Level | Pay Range |
|---|---|---|
| Drug Inspector | Level-8 | ₹ 47,600 – ₹ 1,51,100 |
* As per 7th Central Pay Commission. Please verify from official notification.
How to Apply for UPSC Drug Inspector 2026?
The application process is completely online. Follow these steps carefully:
- Visit the official UPSC ORA portal: https://upsconline.nic.in/ora/
- Complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) if you are a new user, or log in with existing credentials.
- Fill the online application form with accurate personal, educational, and category details.
- Upload required documents – photo, signature, ID proof, educational certificates, category certificate (if applicable).
- Pay the application fee online (if applicable) via net banking, debit/credit card, or UPI.
- Review all entries carefully before final submission.
- Submit the application and download/print the confirmation page for future reference.
Some Useful Important Links
| Link Name | Action |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Download Official Notification | Download PDF |
| Join AbhiTime Channel | Click Here |
| Official Website | Visit Website |
UPSC Drug Inspector 2026: Important Questions
Q1. What is the total number of vacancies for UPSC Drug Inspector 2026?
Ans: There are 186 vacancies.
Q2. What is the last date to apply online?
Ans: 17 July 2026 (up to 6:00 PM).
Q3. What is the application fee for General/OBC candidates?
Ans: ₹25. SC/ST/PwBD/Female candidates are exempted.
Q4. What is the age limit for UR candidates?
Ans: Maximum 30 years as of 17 July 2026.
Q5. What is the pay scale for Drug Inspector?
Ans: Level-8 (₹47,600 – ₹1,51,100) as per 7th CPC.
Q6. Where can I apply for UPSC Drug Inspector 2026?
Ans: On the UPSC ORA portal – upsconline.nic.in.
Q7. Is prior experience required for this post?
Ans: No, prior experience is not mandatory.
