ESIC Pharmacist Recruitment 2026: Allopathic Group C Paramedical Posts

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Name Of Post : ESIC Pharmacist (Allopathic) Group C Paramedical Recruitment
Last Updated : 19 September 2026 | 09:45 PM
Short Information : Employees State Insurance Corporation (ESIC) invites online applications for the post of Pharmacist (Allopathic) Group C (Level-5 ₹29,200 – ₹92,300) across various state regions and ESIC hospitals in India. Candidates holding D.Pharm / B.Pharm can apply online. Check eligibility, exam scheme and download official notification.

EMPLOYEES’ STATE INSURANCE CORPORATION (MINISTRY OF LABOUR & EMPLOYMENT)
ESIC Central Recruitment Notification – Paramedical Cadre
WWW.SARKARIPHARMA.COM
Important Dates
  • Application Begin : 01/10/2023
  • Last Date for Apply Online : 30/10/2023
  • Last Date Pay Exam Fee : 30/10/2023
  • CBT Exam Date : 10/12/2023
  • Result & Merit List : 04/03/2024 (Active)
  • DV & Medical Exam : Notified by Regional Offices
Application Fee
  • General / OBC / EWS : Rs. 500/-
  • SC / ST / PH : Rs. 250/- (Refundable to SC/ST/PH/Female appearing in CBT)
  • All Category Female : Rs. 250/- (Refundable after CBT)
  • Pay the Examination Fee Through Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI or Offline E-Challan.
Age Limit as on Closing Date of Application
  • Minimum Age : 18 Years
  • Maximum Age : 32 Years
  • Age Relaxation Extra as per ESIC Recruitment Rules.
ESIC Pharmacist (Allopathic) Group C Paramedical Recruitment : Vacancy Details Total : 1,038+ Paramedical Posts

Post Name Total Post Eligibility Criteria
Pharmacist (Allopathic) – Group C Level-5 Pharmacist (Allopathic) Degree in Pharmacy (B.Pharm) from a recognized University OR 10+2 with Diploma in Pharmacy (D.Pharm) from a recognized Institution. Registered as Pharmacist under Pharmacy Act 1948.

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🎯 CBT Examination Pattern & Preparation Strategy

  • Domain Specific Weightage (70% – 80%): Focus heavily on Pharmaceutics (dosage calculations, dosage forms), Pharmacology (mechanisms, ADRs, drug interactions), Clinical Pharmacy, and Hospital Pharmacy.
  • General Aptitude & Reasoning (20% – 30%): Practice daily mock questions covering General Intelligence, Basic Arithmetic, General Awareness, and Public Health Programs.
  • Negative Marking Strategy: Most CBT exams carry 0.25 (1/4th) negative marking. Avoid blind guessing and prioritize accuracy on high-confidence questions.
  • Time Management: Allocate 45-50 seconds per technical question during practice tests to reserve 15-20 minutes for revision at the end.

📑 Statutory Document Verification (DV) Requirements

  • No Interview Notice: As per Government of India (DoPT) and State Commission rules, interviews are completely abolished for Group C / Non-Gazetted Pharmacist posts. Selection is 100% based on CBT marks followed by Document Verification.
  • Pharmacy Council Live Registration: Candidates must hold active registration as a Pharmacist under the Pharmacy Act 1948 with the respective State Pharmacy Council as of the crucial eligibility date.
  • Educational Dossier: Original 10th Certificate (Date of Birth proof), 12th Science mark sheet, D.Pharm / B.Pharm semester mark sheets, and diploma/degree certificate.
  • Category & Domicile Certificates: Valid OBC (Non-Creamy Layer), EWS, SC, or ST certificates issued within the valid financial year as specified in the official notification.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: Are candidates registered in other State Pharmacy Councils eligible?
Answer: Most State Commissions require registration in their state council by document verification, while Central recruitments accept any PCI recognized State Council.
Q2: Is there any application fee concession for reserved categories?
Answer: Yes, SC/ST/PH/Female candidates receive fee exemption or refundable concession as detailed in the Application Fee table above.
Q3: Where can I download the authentic syllabus and notification?
Answer: You can download the 100% verified notification PDF directly from the Useful Important Links table above.