UPSSSC Recruitment 2026: Pharmacist Vacancies Increased to 564

The Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) has issued important revisions in its 2026 recruitment drive, impacting multiple posts including Pharmacist, UPPCB roles, and Junior Assistant vacancies.

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According to the latest corrigendum, the number of Pharmacist vacancies has been increased to 564, offering a boost to candidates applying under Advertisement No. 01-Exam/2026.

Revised Vacancy Details

The recruitment update includes the following key changes:

Pharmacist posts increased from earlier 560 to 564 vacancies
UPPCB (Uttar Pradesh Pollution Control Board) vacancies reduced under Advertisement No. 02-Exam/2026
Junior Assistant posts revised to 4 positions

These revisions have been officially communicated through corrigenda issued by UPSSSC as part of ongoing recruitment updates.

Application Timeline

Despite the changes in vacancy numbers, the application schedule remains unchanged, allowing candidates to continue applying within the previously announced deadlines.

For the Pharmacist recruitment:

Application period: March 9 to March 29, 2026
Correction window: Expected till early April 2026

Candidates who have not yet applied are advised to complete the process within the stipulated timeline.

Eligibility & Selection Process

For the Pharmacist post, candidates are typically required to:

Hold a Diploma in Pharmacy (D.Pharm) or equivalent qualification
Have a valid UP PET score (2025)

The selection process generally includes:

Shortlisting based on PET score
Written examination
Document verification

Why This Matters

The increase in Pharmacist vacancies improves opportunities for aspirants seeking government healthcare jobs in Uttar Pradesh. At the same time, the reduction in UPPCB and Junior Assistant posts highlights the importance of staying updated with official notifications.

Candidates are advised to regularly check the UPSSSC website for further updates regarding exam dates, admit cards, and selection stages.