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The Medical Services Recruitment Board under the Government of Tamil Nadu has officially announced the upcoming TN MRB Pharmacist Recruitment 2026. This major health department initiative aims to fill a substantial number of newly approved vacancies to strengthen healthcare delivery and pharmacy services across various government medical institutions and state-run hospitals throughout the region.
This comprehensive information portal covers essential aspects of the recruitment drive, focusing on the newly sanctioned 1,057 pharmacist positions. Candidates can access detailed breakdowns regarding mandatory educational qualifications, age limits, category-wise reservations, selection procedures, and the specific OMR-based examination pattern designed for this state-level recruitment process.
Aspirants must note crucial parameters such as the online application timeline, fee structures, and certification requirements mandated by the Tamil Nadu Pharmacy Council. Understanding the official syllabus and marking scheme outlined in the exam notification is vital for candidates aiming to successfully clear the recruitment stages.
Eligible job seekers should immediately review the official notification thoroughly to verify their credentials before submitting their online application forms. Candidates are advised to regularly monitor the official Sarkari Pharma portal for timely updates regarding registration links, admit card releases, and final examination dates.
| Name Of Post : | TN MRB Pharmacist Recruitment 2026: 1,057 Vacancies Sanctioned, Eligibility & OMR Exam Scheme |
| Post Date / Update : | 06 October 2026 • State Health Department Cadre Update |
| Short Information : | Medical Services Recruitment Board (TN MRB), Government of Tamil Nadu has received formal government approval under G.O.(D). No. 1025 for the direct recruitment of 1,057 Pharmacist positions in the Tamil Nadu Medical Subordinate Service. The recruitment will be executed across Government Medical College Hospitals, District Headquarters Hospitals, and Taluk Dispensaries across Tamil Nadu. The examination mode has been officially structured as an offline OMR-based test. Eligible D.Pharm and B.Pharm candidates registered with the Tamil Nadu Pharmacy Council can review the cadre structure, syllabus, age eligibility, and application guidelines below. |
| Tamil Nadu Medical Services Recruitment Board (TN MRB) Pharmacist (Direct Recruitment) 2026 • G.O.(D). No. 1025 Sanction |
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| TN MRB Pharmacist Recruitment 2026 : Age Limit (as on 01/07/2026) |
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| Post Name & Cadre | Total Vacancies | Educational & Council Eligibility |
| Pharmacist Level-11 Pay Matrix (₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400) |
1,057 Posts (Direct State Recruitment) |
Essential Qualification: 1. Must have passed Diploma in Pharmacy (D.Pharm) or Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm) from an institution recognized by the Government and Pharmacy Council of India (PCI). 2. Must be a Registered Pharmacist with the Tamil Nadu Pharmacy Council (TNPC). 3. Candidate must maintain active registration with valid renewal on or before the online application closing date. 4. Adequate knowledge of Tamil language is mandatory. |
TN MRB Pharmacist OMR Written Examination Pattern
- Exam Mode: Offline OMR-based Objective Multiple Choice Question (MCQ) Examination.
- Total Questions & Marks: 100 Objective Questions carrying a total of 100 Marks.
- Duration: 2 Hours (120 Minutes).
- Syllabus Standard: Diploma in Pharmacy (D.Pharm) core curriculum covering Pharmaceutics, Pharmacology, Pharmacognosy, Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Hospital & Clinical Pharmacy, and Drug Store Management.
- Minimum Qualifying Marks: 35% marks for General / BC / BCM / MBC / DNC candidates; 30% marks for SC / SCA / ST candidates.
- Language of Question Paper: English and Tamil.
| Useful Important Links & Official Portals | |
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| Official Website & Notification Portal (TN MRB) | Click Here (Official Portal) |
| Online Application Portal (mrb.tn.gov.in) | Notification Awaited |
| Tamil Nadu Pharmacy Council (TNPC) Registration Guide | Click Here |
| Govt Pharmacist Exam Syllabus & Book List Guide | Click Here |
| Previous Year Solved Question Papers Download Hub | Click Here |
| Sarkari Pharma Official Homepage (All Updates) | Click Here |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) • TN MRB Pharmacist
Q1: What is the educational qualification required for TN MRB Pharmacist?
Candidates must hold a recognized Diploma in Pharmacy (D.Pharm) or Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm) from a PCI-approved institution and must be registered with the Tamil Nadu Pharmacy Council (TNPC).
Q2: What is the examination mode for TN MRB Pharmacist 2026?
As per official government orders, the examination mode will be an offline OMR-based written examination comprising 100 objective MCQs of diploma standard.
Q3: Is other state pharmacy council registration eligible?
Candidates must be registered with the Tamil Nadu Pharmacy Council (TNPC). Candidates registered with other state pharmacy councils must complete the reciprocal transfer of their registration to TNPC prior to document verification.