The Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) has released the Provisional Answer Key for the Pharmacist (Ayurvedic) Mains Exam 2026 conducted under Advertisement No. 01-Exam/2024 Pharmacist (Ayurvedic) Mains Exam (PET-2023/01). The written examination was conducted on 20 September 2026.
Candidates who appeared in the examination can check the provisional answer key and submit objections if they find any answer incorrect. The objection facility is available through the official objection portal provided by the commission.
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Pharmaceutical (Ayurvedic) Main Examination 2024
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Advertisement No.: 01-Exam/2024
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Total Posts: 1002
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Important Dates
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Date
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Notification Released
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1 February 2024
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Online Application Start
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12 February 2024
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Last Date to Apply Online
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3 March 2024
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Last Date for Fee Payment
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3 March 2024
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Last Date to Correct Application Form
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11 March 2024
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Eligibility Result (Shortlisting for Main Exam)
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28 July 2026
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Main Exam District Information
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11 Sep 2026
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Main Exam Date
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20 Sep 2026
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Answer Key Release Date
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22 Sep 2026 (Available Now)
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Last Date to Submit Objection
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28 Sep 2026
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Application Fee and Payment Mode
| Category | Fee |
| General / OBC / EWS / SC / ST / PwD | ₹25/- (same fee for all categories) |
| Payment Mode | Online only (Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or e-Challan, as allowed on the UPSSSC portal) |
Note: Candidates shortlisted for the Main Examination also need to pay the prescribed Main Exam fee before they can download their exam district information.
UPSSSC Pharmacist Ayurvedic Objection Fee
Candidates have to pay an objection fee of ₹100 per question. Candidates can submit objections for one or multiple questions. After successful payment and final submission, no modifications will be allowed in submitted objections.
Important Instructions for Candidates
- Objections will be accepted only through the online objection portal.
- Objections sent through any other medium will not be considered.
- Candidates can submit objections only once within the specified period.
- After 28 September 2026, the objection window will automatically close.
Age Limit as on 01 July 2024
| Particular | Details |
| Minimum Age | 18 Years |
| Maximum Age | 40 Years |
| Age Relaxation | Extra age relaxation applies for SC, ST, and other reserved categories as per Uttar Pradesh Government rules |
| Calculate your exact age | Age Calculator |
Total Number of Posts
1002 Posts of Pharmacist (Ayurvedic) under the Directorate of Ayurveda, Uttar Pradesh.
Eligibility Criteria (Education and Other Conditions)
| Requirement | Details |
| Basic Education | Intermediate (12th) passed with Science, Biology or Mathematics stream, or an equivalent exam recognised by the Government |
| Professional Qualification | Diploma in Ayurvedic Pharmacy from an institution recognised and registered with the Board of Ayurvedic and Unani-Tibbi Medical System, Uttar Pradesh |
| Registration | Candidate must be registered with the Board of Ayurvedic and Unani-Tibbi Medical System, Uttar Pradesh |
| PET Requirement | Candidate must have appeared in and been issued a valid score card for UPSSSC PET-2023 (zero, negative, or invalid scores are not shortlisted) |
| Nationality | Citizen of India |
Salary Details (Pay Scale)
| Particular | Details |
| Pay Matrix Level | Level-5 |
| Pay Scale | ₹29,200 – ₹92,300 per month |
| Other Allowances | As per Uttar Pradesh Government rules (DA, HRA, and other allowances as applicable) |
Vacancy Details (Category-wise)
| Category | Number of Posts |
| Unreserved (UR) | 448 |
| SC | 291 |
| ST | 37 |
| OBC | 126 |
| EWS | 100 |
| Total | 1002 |
Selection Process
| Stage | Details |
| Stage 1 | UPSSSC Preliminary Eligibility Test (PET) 2023 |
| Stage 2 | Eligibility/Shortlisting based on PET score for the Main Exam |
| Stage 3 | Pharmacist (Ayurvedic) Main Written Examination |
| Stage 4 | Document Verification |
| Stage 5 | Final Merit List / Selection |
How to Fill the Form for Pharmacist (Ayurvedic) Main Examination
- Visit the official website: go to upsssc.gov.in.
- Find the notice: open the “Live Advertisement” or “Examination” section and click on the Pharmacist (Ayurvedic), Advt. No. 01-Exam/2024 link.
- Read the notification: download and check the official PDF carefully for eligibility, dates, and fee details.
- Register or log in: use your PET-2023 registration details to log in to the Main Exam application.
- Fill the online form: enter your personal, educational, and category details correctly.
- Upload documents: upload your photo, signature, and any other documents as asked.
- Pay the fee: pay the required fee online through the available payment options.
- Submit and print: check every field carefully, submit the form, and keep a printout for your records.
Latest Update: Exam District Information Released
UPSSSC has released advance information about the examination district for candidates shortlisted for the Main Examination.
Key points to remember:
- This district information is not an admit card, it only tells you which district your exam centre will be in.
- The admit card with your exact exam centre, date, and time will be issued separately.
- You can check and download the district information from the Examination section of the UPSSSC website, or through the official UPSSSC mobile app.
- You must complete the Main Exam fee payment before you can download the district information.
- Carrying a valid admit card is compulsory on exam day, the district notice alone will not let you enter the exam hall.
Documents to Keep Ready
- PET-2023 score card / admit card
- High School and Intermediate mark sheets (for age and qualification proof)
- Diploma in Ayurvedic Pharmacy certificate and mark sheets
- Registration certificate from the Board of Ayurvedic and Unani-Tibbi Medical System, UP
- Category certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS), if applicable
- PwD certificate, if applicable
- Valid photo ID proof
- Recent passport-size photographs
Exact document requirements may be updated closer to the Main Exam, so always check the official notice as well.
Important Instructions for Candidates
- The exam district notice is only advance information, not an entry pass.
- Download your admit card separately when it is released.
- A valid admit card is compulsory to sit for the Main Examination.
- Complete your fee payment before trying to check or download district information.
- Keep checking the official UPSSSC website regularly, as the exact Main Exam date and admit card release date were not confirmed at the time of writing.
- Do not rely only on third-party websites for critical updates, always cross-check on upsssc.gov.in.
Important Links
| Description | Link |
| Provisional Answer Key | Click Here |
| Raising Objection notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | upsssc.gov.in |
| Check Eligibility Result / Exam District Information | UPSSSC Examination/Result Section |
| Check City Notice | Click Here |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. When was the UPSSSC Pharmacist Ayurvedic Mains Exam 2026 conducted?
The UPSSSC Pharmacist (Ayurvedic) Mains Exam 2026 was conducted on 20 September 2026 under Advertisement No. 01-Exam/2024 Pharmacist (Ayurvedic) Mains Exam (PET-2023/01)
2. Has UPSSSC released the Pharmacist Ayurvedic Mains Answer Key 2026?
Yes, UPSSSC has released the Provisional Answer Key for the Pharmacist (Ayurvedic) Mains Exam on 22 September 2026. Candidates can check the answer key and raise objections if required
3. What is the last date to submit objections against UPSSSC Pharmacist Ayurvedic Answer Key 2026?
Candidates can submit objections against the provisional answer key up to 28 September 2026. After the deadline, the objection facility will close automatically.
4. What is the objection fee for UPSSSC Pharmacist Ayurvedic Answer Key?
Candidates need to pay an objection fee of ₹100 per question while submitting objections online.
5. How can I raise an objection against the UPSSSC Pharmacist Ayurvedic Answer Key 2026?
Candidates can raise objections by visiting the official objection portal, logging in with their registration number, roll number, date of birth and captcha, selecting the question, providing justification, uploading supporting documents, and completing the payment process.
6. Can objections be submitted through email or post?
No, objections will be accepted only through the online objection portal provided by UPSSSC. Objections submitted through any other method will not be considered.
