Chhattisgarh Professional Examination Board (CG Vyapam)
CG Vyapam Pharmacist Grade-2 Recruitment 2026 (HSP25 Cycle)
CG Vyapam Pharmacist Grade-2 Recruitment 2026 (HSP25 Cycle)
Short Information & Overview
| Recruitment Overview (Latest Verified: HSP25 Cycle) | |
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| Recruitment Authority | Chhattisgarh Professional Examination Board (CG Vyapam) |
| Department | Directorate of Health Services, Public Health & Family Welfare Department, Chhattisgarh |
| Post Name & Vacancies | Pharmacist Grade-2 (Total 25 Posts) |
| Job Type & Selection | Government Direct Recruitment | Selection based on Written Exam Merit & Document Verification (No Interview) |
| Brief Summary | The CG Vyapam has concluded the highly anticipated HSP25 recruitment cycle for Pharmacist Grade-2. The written exam took place on 12 April 2026. This comprehensive guide outlines the latest eligibility (D.Pharm, B.Pharm, M.Pharm), exam pattern, and detailed syllabus for aspiring candidates preparing for future CG Health Department Pharmacy recruitments. |
Important Dates
| HSP25 Recruitment Cycle Schedule | |
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| Original Application Start | 01 July 2025 |
| Revised Application Window | 12 August 2025 to 01 September 2025 (Opened after eligibility revisions) |
| Application Correction Window | 02 to 04 September 2025 |
| Revised Examination Date | 12 April 2026 (Originally proposed for 31 August 2025) |
| Result & Final Answer Key | Released in 2026 |
Application Fee details
| Examination Fee Details | |
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| General Category | ₹ 350/- |
| OBC Category | ₹ 250/- |
| SC / ST / PwD | ₹ 200/- |
| Special Fee Provision | Eligible Chhattisgarh local residents who actually appeared in the exam were covered by the state’s examination-fee refund provision (subject to applicable rules). |
Salary Details & Job Profile
| CG Pharmacist Grade-2 Salary Structure 2026 | |
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| Pay Matrix Level | Level-6 |
| Basic Pay Scale | ₹ 25,300 – ₹ 80,500/- |
| Starting Basic Pay | ₹ 25,300/- |
| Probation Period | 3 Years (As applicable under state service rules) |
| Allowances & Perks | Eligible for Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and other benefits as per Chhattisgarh Government rules. |
| Job Profile / Duties | Safe storage, handling, and dispensing of medicines; checking prescriptions; maintaining stock/inventory & expiry dates; supporting rational drug use; maintaining registers and assisting the healthcare team. |
Eligibility Criteria (Education, Age & Registration)
Educational Qualification & Registration
| Requirement Type | Detailed Criteria |
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| Pharmacy Qualification |
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| State Pharmacy Council Registration | Live / Valid registration with the Chhattisgarh Pharmacy Council is strictly mandatory. A degree/diploma alone is not sufficient without state registration. |
| Domicile Requirement | Applicants must be a Local Resident of Chhattisgarh (District-level direct recruitment). Valid domicile certificate required during document verification. |
Age Limit (As on 01 January 2025)
| Category | Age Criteria |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 18 Years |
| General Maximum Age | 35 Years |
| Local Resident Relaxation | Applicable under state orders (e.g., temporary five-year relaxation for CG locals). |
| Maximum Age Ceiling | Subject to the maximum ceiling prescribed under Chhattisgarh Government category-based relaxation rules. |
Examination Pattern 2026
| CG Vyapam Pharmacist OMR-Based Written Exam | |||
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| Total Questions | Total Marks | Duration | Question Type |
| 100 | 100 | 2 Hours (120 Mins) | Objective MCQs (4 Options) |
| Marking Scheme | Correct Answer: +1 Mark | Incorrect Answer: -0.25 (¼) Mark Penalty | Unanswered: 0 Mark | ||
| Minimum Qualifying Marks | Unreserved Category: 33% | Reserved Category: 23% | ||
| Exam Structure | Divided into two sections: Part 1 (50 Marks) and Part 2 (50 Marks) | ||
Complete Subject-Wise Syllabus (100 Marks)
Part 1 – 50 Marks (Core Pharmacy)
| Major Area | Important Topics Covered |
|---|---|
| Dosage Forms | Introduction to different pharmaceutical dosage forms |
| Pharmaceutical Packaging | Packaging of pharmaceuticals |
| Pharmaceutical Engineering | Size reduction, Mixing and homogenization |
| Tablets & Capsules | Processing and manufacturing of tablets and capsules |
| Immunology | Study of immunological products |
| Quality Control | Quality control of drugs |
| Human Anatomy & Physiology | Structure of cell, Elementary tissues of the body |
| Blood & Nutrition | Composition of blood; Nutrition, health and classification of foods |
| Dispensing Pharmacy | Dispensing pharmacy and dispensed medications |
| Pharmaceutics | Semisolid dosage forms, Sterile dosage forms |
| Pharmaceutical Chemistry | Identification/class tests for drugs belonging to different categories |
| Pharmacology | Steroidal drugs; Introduction and scope of pharmacology |
| CNS Pharmacology | Drugs acting on the central nervous system |
| Gastrointestinal Drugs | Antacids |
| Autacoids & Hematology | Physiological role of histamine and serotonin; Drugs acting on blood and blood-forming organs |
Part 2 – 50 Marks (Clinical & Applied Pharmacy)
| Topic | Detailed Coverage |
|---|---|
| Disease Manifestation | Basic understanding of manifestation of diseases |
| Drug Interaction | Definition, introduction, and Mechanism of drug interactions |
| Drug–Drug Interaction | Drug interactions with special reference to analgesics |
| Drug–Food Interaction | Important drug-food interactions |
| Adverse Drug Reactions | Definition and significance of ADRs |
| Drug-Induced Disorders | Drug-induced diseases |
| Teratogenicity | Teratogenic effects of drugs |
| Clinical Toxicology | Drugs involved in clinical toxicity |
| Drug Dependence | Concepts and important aspects of drug dependence |
Selection Process & Document Verification
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Merit-Based Selection Steps:
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Required Documents for Verification:
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Important Web Links
| Official Portals & References | |
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| Official CG Vyapam Website | Visit CG Vyapam |
| CG Health Department Website | Visit Health Dept |
| Note: Aspirants preparing for future recruitments must always verify updated dates, vacancies, fee, and eligibility conditions whenever CG Vyapam publishes a fresh notification. | |
