Baba Farid University of Health Sciences, Faridkot has officially released the BFUHS Pharmacist (Pharmacy Officer) Recruitment Notification 2026 on behalf of the Directorate of Health and Family Welfare, Punjab. The Department of Health and Family Welfare, Punjab (Health-5 Branch) has approved the filling of 454 vacancies for the post of Pharmacist (Pharmacy Officer) under the Health and Family Welfare Department, Government of Punjab, through direct recruitment.
The written examination for this recruitment will be conducted by Baba Farid University of Health Sciences, Faridkot. This is a significant opportunity for pharmacy graduates in Punjab to secure a government job in the health sector. Candidates can check the eligibility criteria, vacancy details, selection process, and other important information from this article.
BFUHS Pharmacist Recruitment 2026
The BFUHS Pharmacist Recruitment 2026 has been initiated to fill 454 posts of Pharmacist (Pharmacy Officer) — comprising 348 fresh posts and 106 backlog posts — under the Health and Family Welfare Department, Punjab. The recruitment process will be conducted through a written examination (90 marks) and experience-based marks (10 marks). The written examination will be conducted by Baba Farid University of Health Sciences, Faridkot, and the final selection will be based on the inter-se merit of the written test and experience marks, subject to the reservation prescribed by the Government of Punjab.
Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Body | Baba Farid University of Health Sciences (BFUHS), Faridkot |
| Department | Health and Family Welfare Department, Punjab |
| Post Name | Pharmacist (Pharmacy Officer) |
| Total Vacancies | 454 |
| Fresh Posts | 348 |
| Backlog Posts | 106 |
| Initial Pay | Rs. 29,200/- (Level 5 – 7th CPC) |
| Age Limit | 18 to 37 years (as on 1st January 2026) |
| Selection Process | Written Examination + Experience Marks |
| Job Location | Punjab |
| Official Website | www.bfuhs.ac.in |
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BFUHS Pharmacist Notification 2026 PDF Download
Candidates must download the official BFUHS Pharmacist Recruitment 2026 notification to check all complete details including terms and conditions, before applying.
BFUHS Pharmacist Notification 2026 PDF – Click Here to Download
BFUHS Pharmacist Vacancy 2026
A total of 454 vacancies have been announced for the post of Pharmacist (Pharmacy Officer), comprising 348 fresh posts and 106 backlog posts. The detailed category-wise breakup is as follows:
| Category | Fresh Posts | Backlog | Total Posts | Posts Reserved for Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General | 136 | 00 | 136 | 39 |
| EWS | 34 | 00 | 34 | 11 |
| BC | 35 | 15 | 50 | 14 |
| SC (M&B) | 35 | 08 | 43 | 14 |
| SC (R&O) | 35 | 07 | 42 | 14 |
| ESM/LDESM (General) | 25 | 17 | 42 | 14 |
| ESM/LDESM (SC M&B) | 07 | 10 | 17 | 00 |
| ESM/LDESM (SC R&O) | 06 | 09 | 15 | 00 |
| ESM/LDESM (BC) | 07 | 07 | 14 | 00 |
| Physical Handicapped (Female) by Rotation | 14 | 00 | 14 | 07 |
| Sports (General) | 07 | 08 | 15 | 04 |
| Sports (SC M&B) | 02 | 03 | 05 | 00 |
| Sports (SC R&O) | 02 | 03 | 05 | 00 |
| Freedom Fighter (Female) by Rotation | 03 | 19 | 22 | 01 |
| Total | 348 | 106 | 454 | 118 |
BFUHS Pharmacist Eligibility Criteria 2026
Check Details Below:
Essential Educational Qualification:
Candidates must have passed the Senior Secondary Part-II Examination with Science or its equivalent from a recognised university or institution. They must also possess a Diploma in Pharmacy, Bachelor of Pharmacy, or Pharm-D (Doctor of Pharmacy) from a recognised university or institution, or hold a higher qualification in the same discipline. Additionally, candidates must be registered as a Pharmacist with the Punjab Pharmacy Council set up under the Pharmacy Act, 1948. The qualification including registration must be obtained prior to the last date of filling the application form.
Knowledge of Punjabi: No person shall be appointed unless they have passed the Matriculation examination with Punjabi as a compulsory or elective subject, or have passed an equivalent examination in Punjabi language as specified by the Government. As per Government of Punjab Notification No. GSR72/Const./Art.309/Amd.(22)/2022 dated 28.10.2022, no person shall be appointed to any post in Group-C service unless they have passed a qualifying test of Punjabi Language equivalent to Matriculation standard with at least 50% marks, to be conducted by the respective recruitment agency in addition to the competitive examination. Failure to secure a minimum of 50% marks in the Punjabi Language test will disqualify the candidate from being considered in the final merit list irrespective of their scores in other papers.
Age Limit: Candidates must be between 18 and 37 years of age as on 1st January 2026.
Age Relaxation:
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC / BC | 5 years |
| Physically Handicapped | 10 years |
| Ex-Serviceman (Self) | Armed Forces service period deducted from actual age; resultant age should not exceed the prescribed limit by more than 3 years |
| Punjab Govt./Board/Corporation/Commission employees, All States/Central Govt. employees | Upper age limit relaxed up to 45 years |
| Widows, Divorcees and certain other categories of married women | Upper age limit relaxed up to 40 years |
BFUHS Pharmacist Selection Process 2026
The selection process for BFUHS Pharmacist 2026 carries a total of 100 marks and is based on two components:
| Component | Marks |
|---|---|
| Written Examination (by BFUHS, Faridkot) | 90 Marks |
| Experience Marks | 10 Marks |
| Total | 100 Marks |
Written Examination (90 Marks): The written examination will be conducted by Baba Farid University of Health Sciences, Faridkot. Candidates who score a minimum of 33% marks in the written test will be declared eligible. Candidates scoring less than 33% will be declared ineligible. No extra weightage will be admissible for possessing a higher qualification.
Experience Marks (10 Marks): Experience marks will be awarded as per the Punjab Government, Department of Health and Family Welfare (Health-5 Branch) Letter Memo No. 1037633: HFW-HLH5021/161/2025-2H5/1/1329287/2026 dated Chandigarh 26.02.2026 (Annexure-1). The written examination carries 90 marks and the experience benefit is limited to a maximum of 10 marks.
Tie-breaking Rule: If two or more candidates obtain equal marks in the written examination, preference will be given to the candidate who is elder in age. The final selection will be based on the inter-se merit of the written test and experience marks, subject to the reservation prescribed by the Government of Punjab.
BFUHS Pharmacist Salary 2026
Selected candidates will receive an initial pay of Rs. 29,200/- per month at Level 5 of the 7th Central Pay Commission (7th CPC) Pay Matrix. Other pay scales and emoluments will be as per the instructions issued by the Punjab Government, Department of Finance and as per the Department of Health and Family Welfare Technical Group ‘C’ Service Rules of 2016/first amendment dated 23.07.2025 and subsequent amendments.
FAQs
How many vacancies are announced under BFUHS Pharmacist Recruitment 2026?
A total of 454 vacancies have been announced for the post of Pharmacist (Pharmacy Officer) — comprising 348 fresh posts and 106 backlog posts — under the Health and Family Welfare Department, Punjab.
Who conducts the written examination for BFUHS Pharmacist 2026?
The written examination will be conducted by Baba Farid University of Health Sciences (BFUHS), Faridkot.
What is the initial pay for the Pharmacist post?
The initial pay is Rs. 29,200/- per month at Level 5 as per the 7th Central Pay Commission Pay Matrix.
What is the age limit for BFUHS Pharmacist 2026?
Candidates must be between 18 and 37 years of age as on 1st January 2026. Age relaxation is applicable for SC/BC (5 years), Physically Handicapped (10 years), Ex-Servicemen, and other categories as per Punjab Government norms.
What is the minimum qualifying mark in the written examination?
Candidates must score a minimum of 33% marks in the written test to be declared eligible. Candidates scoring below 33% will be declared ineligible.
What qualification is required for BFUHS Pharmacist 2026?
Candidates must have passed Senior Secondary (Science) and must hold a Diploma in Pharmacy, B.Pharmacy, or Pharm-D from a recognised institution. They must also be registered as a Pharmacist with the Punjab Pharmacy Council under the Pharmacy Act, 1948.
Is Punjabi language knowledge mandatory?
Yes. Candidates must have passed Matriculation with Punjabi as a subject. Additionally, a qualifying Punjabi Language test at Matriculation standard with a minimum of 50% marks is mandatory as per the Punjab Government notification. Failure to qualify this test will result in disqualification irrespective of performance in other papers.
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