📢 UPSC Drug Inspector Recruitment 2026 | 186 Vacancies | Central Drugs Standard Control Organization – CDSCO | Ministry of Health & Family Welfare 📢
UPSC Central Drugs Standard Control Organization – CDSCO, Department of Health and Family Welfare, Ministry of Health & Family Welfare has announced 186 vacancies for the post of Drug Inspector – Vacancy No. 26060752127.
UPSC Drug Inspector Recruitment 2026 – 186 Vacancies
🏢 About the Organization
Central Drugs Standard Control Organization – CDSCO is the National Regulatory Authority of India under the Department of Health and Family Welfare, Ministry of Health & Family Welfare. CDSCO is responsible for approval of drugs, conduct of clinical trials, laying down standards for drugs, control over quality of imported drugs, and coordination of activities of State Drug Control Organizations.
📋 Vacancy Details – Drug Inspector
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Drug Inspector |
| Total Vacancies | 186 Posts |
| Vacancy No. | 26060752127 |
| Organization | Central Drugs Standard Control Organization – CDSCO |
| Department | Department of Health and Family Welfare, Ministry of Health & Family Welfare |
📊 Reservation Position
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| UR | 55 |
| EWS | 41 |
| OBC | 39 |
| SC | 35 |
| ST | 16 |
| PwBD | 08* – Reserved for persons with benchmark disability |
*Of the 186 vacancies, eight vacancies are reserved for candidates belonging to category of persons with benchmark disability – PwBD. Category-wise details for PwBD candidates are as per official notification.
Drug Inspector – PwBD Reservation Details
🎓 Educational Qualification
- ✔ B.Pharm
- ✔ M.Pharm
- ✔ Bachelor’s in Pharmaceutical Sciences
- ✔ MBBS With specialization in Clinical Pharmacology, Microbiology
🎯 Job Role – Drug Inspector, CDSCO
- 🔹 Inspection of manufacturing, sale, distribution of drugs and cosmetics
- 🔹 Sampling of drugs and cosmetics for test/analysis
- 🔹 Investigation of complaints and enforcement of Drugs & Cosmetics Act, 1940
- 🔹 Monitoring compliance with GMP, GLP, GCP norms
- 🔹 Regulatory oversight of clinical trials, imports, and new drug approvals
🌟 Why You Should Join CDSCO as Drug Inspector
Join India’s apex drug regulatory authority as a Drug Inspector with Central Government pay scale, job security, and pension benefits. Be part of safeguarding public health through drug quality control and regulatory enforcement. Excellent career growth in regulatory affairs with opportunities across India.
📄 Important Links
📥 Download Official Notification – UPSC Drug Inspector 2026
❓ FAQs
Q1: How many Drug Inspector vacancies are announced by UPSC CDSCO?
A: 186 vacancies – Vacancy No. 26060752127.
Q2: What is the qualification for Drug Inspector post?
A: B.Pharm, M.Pharm, Bachelor’s in Pharmaceutical Sciences, MBBS with specialization in Clinical Pharmacology, Microbiology.
Q3: What is the category-wise reservation for Drug Inspector?
A: UR-55, EWS-41, OBC-39, SC-35, ST-16, PwBD-08.
Q4: Which organization is recruiting Drug Inspectors?
A: Central Drugs Standard Control Organization – CDSCO, Department of Health and Family Welfare, Ministry of Health & Family Welfare.
Q5: Where can I download the Drug Inspector notification?
A: Official UPSC notification PDF link provided above.
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⚠️ Note: UPSC Drug Inspector Recruitment 2026 – 186 Vacancies at CDSCO. Vacancy No. 26060752127. Qual: B.Pharm, M.Pharm, Bachelor’s in Pharmaceutical Sciences, MBBS with Clinical Pharmacology/Microbiology. Reservation: UR-55, EWS-41, OBC-39, SC-35, ST-16, PwBD-08. Download notification for eligibility, age, selection process & apply online at upsc.gov.in
