UPSC Drug Inspector Exam Pattern 2025

Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)
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Overview

The UPSC Drug Inspector Exam Pattern 2025 outlines the structure, subjects, and scoring for the Drug Inspector position. The exam comprises multiple subjects across Pharmaceutical Science disciplines, with objective-type questions totaling 300 marks and a duration of 2 hours. This pattern helps candidates strategize their study plan for success in the UPSC Drug Inspector recruitment.

Total Vacancies

TBA

Age Limit

TBA

Eligibility

Eligibility Details

No specific educational qualifications are provided in the post. For authoritative eligibility requirements, refer to the official UPSC notification.

Important Dates

Application Start

TBA

Application End

TBA

Date Details

Important Dates

Updated on: October 27, 2025 11:08 AM

Application Fees

Application Fees

Not specified in the post. Refer to the official notification for fee details.

How to Apply

Exam Pattern and Preparation

  • Mode of Exam: Offline (Pen & Paper-based)
  • Type of Questions: Objective-type (MCQs)
  • Duration: 2 hours
  • Total Marks: 300
  • Language: English only
  • Negative Marking: 1/3 mark deduction for each wrong answer

Exam Components

The recruitment test includes a comprehensive set of subjects such as Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Pharmaceutics, Pharmacology & Toxicology, Pharmacognosy/Natural Products, Pharmaceutical Jurisprudence/Regulatory Laws, Microbiology & Testing, Hospital & Clinical Pharmacy, Anatomy, Physiology & Health Education, Computer Applications & English Proficiency, General Knowledge, Reasoning & Current Affairs, and Biomedical/Engineering Basics (for Medical Devices post).

Preparation Tips

  • Understand the Exam Pattern and Syllabus to plan effectively.
  • Create a study schedule balancing General and Pharmacy subjects.
  • Refer to recommended study materials for each subject.
  • Practice regularly with previous year questions.
  • Focus on conceptual clarity and speed.
  • Stay updated with current affairs and maintain a healthy study routine.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which body conducts the "UPSC Drug Inspector Exam Pattern 2025"?

The "UPSC Drug Inspector Exam Pattern 2025" is conducted by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC).

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