| Name Of Post : | NPPA Young Professional (Pharma / Medical Device / Data) & Consultant Recruitment 2026 — Official Vacancy Notice & Application Form |
| Post Date / Update : | 09 October 2026 | Notification Dated: 05 October 2026 | Last Date: 26 October 2026 |
| Advt / File No. : | F.No 11011/4/2023-Estt.(NPPA) |
| Remuneration : | Young Professional: Rs. 50,000/- Per Month | Consultant: Rs. 55,000/- to Rs. 65,000/- Per Month |
| Short Information : | National Pharmaceutical Pricing Authority (NPPA), Department of Pharmaceuticals, Ministry of Chemicals & Fertilizers, Government of India has released official recruitment notice for hiring 07 Consultants and Young Professionals (Pharma, Medical Device, Data Analysis, Cost, Legal) on contract basis. Candidates holding a Bachelor Degree in Pharmacy (B.Pharm), Biomedical Engineering, Mathematics/Statistics, CA/CMA, or Law are eligible to apply. There is no written examination fee, and applications can be submitted directly via email to hiring@nppa.gov.in or through speed post by 26 October 2026. |
| Editorial Verification : | Verified by Sarkari Pharma Editorial Board • Ministry of Chemicals & Fertilizers Cadre |
| Important Dates | Application Fee |
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• Notification Date : 05/10/2026 • Application Start Date : 05/10/2026 • Last Date for Receipt of Application : 26/10/2026 • Mode of Submission : Via Email (hiring@nppa.gov.in) OR Speed Post • Interview & Computer Proficiency Test Date : Notified to Shortlisted via Email |
• General / OBC / EWS : Rs. 0/- (Nil) • SC / ST / PwD : Rs. 0/- (Nil) • All Category Female : Rs. 0/- (Nil) • Application Charge : 100% Free Application for All Candidates • Payment Mode : No Fee Required |
| Age Limit (as on 26/10/2026) | Vacancy Overview & Tenure |
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• Young Professional (Pharma / Med Device / Data) : Maximum 32 Years • Consultant (Medical Device / Cost / Legal / Data) : Maximum 35 Years • Absolute Maximum Age Cap : 65 Years • Age Relaxation : As per Government of India Rules |
• Total Immediate Vacancies : 07 Posts • Reserve Panel / Waitlist : 02 Posts (Data Analysis & Legal) • Nature of Engagement : Contractual initially for 1 Year • Extension : Extendable up to 2 further years based on performance • Annual Increment : 5% annual increment on consolidated fee |
| Position Name | Vacancies | Monthly Fee | Essential Qualification & Experience |
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| Young Professional (Pharma) | 01 | Rs. 50,000/- (Fixed) |
Bachelor Degree in Pharmacy (B.Pharm) from any recognized University (national or foreign). • Work experience in Pharmaceuticals sector will be given preference. • Good working knowledge in MS Office & Excel with communication skills. |
| Consultant (Medical Device) | 01 | Rs. 65,000/- (Fixed) |
Bachelor Degree in Instrumentation / Clinical / Biomedical Engineering / Biotechnology. Post Graduation or PG Diploma in similar discipline, including M.Pharma / M.S. in Medical Devices Technology desirable. • 2 Years work experience in Medical Devices Manufacturing / Regulatory Affairs / Device Research / Testing Lab. |
| Young Professional (Medical Device) | 02 | Rs. 50,000/- (Fixed) |
Bachelor Degree in Biomedical Engineering / Electronics / Instrumentation / Biotechnology from recognized University. • Work experience in Medical Device / Pharmaceuticals sector preferred. |
| Young Professional (Data Analysis) | 01 | Rs. 50,000/- (Fixed) |
Bachelor Degree in Mathematics / Computer Science / Econometrics / Statistics / Economics. • Experience in Data Analysis using Excel, E-views preferred. |
| Consultant (Cost – Grade-II) | 02 | Rs. 55,000/- (Fixed) |
CA-Intermediate / CMA-Intermediate from Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) / Institute of Cost Accountants of India. • 1 Year work experience including CA/CMA internship. |
| Reserve Panel / Waitlist (Consultant Data & Legal) | 02 | Rs. 65,000/- (Fixed) |
Data Analysis: Degree in Maths/CS/Stats + 2 yrs experience. Legal: Bachelor Degree in Law (LLB) enrolled with Bar Council + 2 yrs experience in court drafting / regulatory cases. |
Selection Methodology & Evaluation Weightage
Candidates are shortlisted for personal interview and computer proficiency evaluation based on weighted average of marks obtained in qualifying examinations:
| Stage / Component | Weightage |
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| Class 12th Academic Marks | 30% |
| Under Graduation (B.Pharm / Relevant Degree) Marks | 40% |
| Sub-Total Shortlisting Merit | 70 Marks |
| Personal Interview (Domain Knowledge & Communication) | 30 Marks |
| Total Final Merit | 100 Marks |
• Computer Proficiency Test (CPT): A qualifying test in MS Office & Excel will be conducted. Working knowledge of MS Office is mandatory.
How to Submit Application (Step-by-Step Instructions)
- Download Official Form: Download the official notification PDF and print the prescribed Application Form (Annexure-B) given on Page 11 and 12.
- Fill Required Details: Fill in the position applied for, candidate name, date of birth, contact details, educational qualification percentage (Matriculation, 12th, B.Pharm/Graduation), and work experience.
- Self-Attested Enclosures: Attach self-attested photocopies of certificates/marksheets (10th DOB proof, 12th marksheet, Degree certificates, experience letters, ID proof).
- Option 1 — Submission via Email (Recommended): Scan the filled application form and all enclosures into a single clear PDF file and email it to hiring@nppa.gov.in with the subject line “Application for the Position of Young Professional (Pharma) in NPPA” on or before 26 October 2026.
- Option 2 — Submission via Hard Copy: Alternatively, send the physical application docket by Speed Post, Registered Post, Courier, or by hand addressed to:
The Under Secretary (Estt./Admin.)
National Pharmaceutical Pricing Authority,
5th Floor, YMCA Cultural Centre Building, 1 Jai Singh Road, New Delhi – 110001
Common Interview Questions & Answer Guidance
Q1: What is the primary statutory role and mandate of the NPPA?
Answer Guidance: Explain that NPPA is an attached office of the Department of Pharmaceuticals, Ministry of Chemicals & Fertilizers, established in 1997. Its core functions are to fix and revise ceiling prices of controlled bulk drugs and formulations, enforce the provisions of the Drugs (Prices Control) Order (DPCO), recover overcharged amounts from manufacturers, and monitor prices of decontrolled formulations to ensure essential medicines remain affordable across India.
Q2: What is the operational distinction between Scheduled and Non-Scheduled formulations under DPCO 2013?
Answer Guidance: Scheduled formulations are those included in Schedule-I of DPCO (derived from the National List of Essential Medicines – NLEM) for which NPPA fixes a mandatory ceiling price. Non-scheduled formulations are all other pharmaceutical products where manufacturers may fix the Maximum Retail Price (MRP), provided the price is not increased by more than 10% in the preceding 12-month period.
Q3: How is the ceiling price of a scheduled formulation computed under DPCO 2013?
Answer Guidance: Under paragraph 4 of DPCO 2013, the ceiling price is determined on a market-based pricing mechanism. It is calculated by taking the simple average of retail prices of all brands of that medicine having a market share equal to or greater than 1% of the total market turnover on that formulation, plus adding a 16% retailer margin.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1: Can fresh B.Pharm graduates without prior work experience apply for Young Professional (Pharma)?
Yes. The essential qualification is a Bachelor Degree in Pharmacy (B.Pharm) from a recognized university. While pharmaceutical sector experience is considered desirable and given preference, freshers possessing strong academic records and MS Office skills are fully eligible to apply.
Q2: Is there any written examination fee or challan required for this application?
No. The recruitment is completely free of charge (Rs. 0 fee) for all categories. Selection is conducted purely through academic merit shortlisting (70 marks) and personal interview (30 marks) along with a qualifying Computer Proficiency Test.
Q3: What is the initial contract tenure and work location of the selected candidates?
The initial contract tenure is 1 year, extendable up to 2 additional years based on performance and office requirements. An annual increment of 5% on the consolidated monthly fee is admissible on completion of 1 year of satisfactory service. The posting location is NPPA Headquarters, New Delhi.
| Important Direct Links — NPPA Recruitment 2026 | |
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| Download Official Notification & Application Form (PDF) | Click Here to Download PDF |
| Submit Application via Official Email | Send Email to hiring@nppa.gov.in |
| Official NPPA Website | nppa.gov.in |
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