UPSSSC Pharmacist Exam Pattern & Syllabus 2025
Comprehensive Detailed Syllabus for Pharmacy Students
Brief Information: The Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) has released the detailed examination scheme and syllabus for the post of Pharmacist. This recruitment is a major opportunity for Diploma in Pharmacy holders. Below is the in-depth breakdown of the marks distribution and topic-wise syllabus.
1. Exam Pattern (Pariksha Yojna)
| Examination Highlights | |
|---|---|
| Exam Type | Written Examination (Single Paper) |
| Question Type | Objective Multiple-Choice Questions (MCQ) |
| Total Questions | 100 Questions |
| Total Marks | 100 Marks |
| Total Duration | 120 Minutes (2 Hours) |
| Negative Marking | There is a negative marking of 25% (1/4 marks) for every wrong answer. |
2. Exam Structure & Subject Weightage
| Part | Subject | No. of Questions | Total Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Part 1 | Subject Related Knowledge (Pharmacy) | 65 | 65 | 120 Minutes (Combined for all parts) |
| Part 2 | Computer & Information Technology Concepts | 15 | 15 | |
| Part 3 | General Information related to Uttar Pradesh | 20 | 20 | |
| Total | 100 | 100 | – | |
3. Detailed Syllabus: Part-1 Pharmacy (65 Marks)
Note: The level of questions will be of Diploma in Pharmacy standard.
| Unit Name | Detailed Topic Coverage |
|---|---|
| 1. Pharmaceutics |
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| 2. Pharmacognosy |
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| 3. Biochemistry & Clinical Pathology | Introduction to biochemistry; Carbohydrates, Lipids, Vitamins, Enzymes, and Therapeutics. |
| 4. Human Anatomy & Physiology | Scope of Anatomy; Skeletal, Cardiovascular, Respiratory, Urinary, Muscular, Central Nervous, Sensory Organs, Digestive, Endocrine, and Reproductive systems. |
| 5. Health Education & Community Pharmacy | Nutrition, First aid, Environment and health, Microbiology principles, Communicable diseases (HIV/STDs, etc.), Epidemiology. |
| 6. Pharmaceutical Jurisprudence |
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| 7. Pharmacology & Toxicology | Routes of administration, mechanism of drug action, Drugs acting on CNS, Respiratory, Cardiovascular, Renal function, and Hormones. |
| 8. Drug Store & Business Management | Drug House Management, Sales, Recruitment and training, Banking and Finance. |
| 9. Hospital & Clinical Pharmacy | Drug Distribution system, Sterile/Non-sterile manufacture, P.T.C. (Pharmacy Therapeutic Committee), Hospital Formulary, and Surgical dressing. |
4. Part-2: Computer & IT Concepts (15 Marks)
| Subject Category | Topics Included |
|---|---|
| Hardware & Software | History, Applications, Input/Output devices, Operating Systems. |
| Connectivity & Digital Tools | Internet Protocol (IP), World Wide Web (WWW), E-mail operation, IT gadgets. |
| Office Automation | MS-Word and MS-Excel processing. |
| Advanced Technology | Artificial Intelligence (AI), Big Data, Machine Learning, Deep Learning, IoT, and Cyber Security. |
| Digital Finance | Digital Financial Tools and Applications, e-Governance. |
5. Part-3: General Information of Uttar Pradesh (20 Marks)
| History & Culture | History of UP, Art, Architecture, Festivals, Folk Dances, Regional Languages, and Heritage. |
| Geography | Landscape, Environment, Natural Resources, Climate, Soil, Forests, Wildlife, and Minerals of UP. |
| Economy & Polity | Agriculture, Industry, Business, Employment, and Administration of Uttar Pradesh. |
| Current Affairs | Latest events and achievements of the Uttar Pradesh State. |
6. Important Links
| Resource Name | Action Link |
|---|---|
| Download Official Syllabus PDF | Download Now |
| Official UPSSSC Website | Visit Site |
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