Baba Farid University of Health Sciences (BFUHS), Faridkot, on behalf of the Directorate of Health and Family Welfare, Punjab, has released the official notification for the recruitment of Pharmacist (Pharmacy Officer) posts. Under Advertisement No. BFU-26/20, a total of 454 vacancies (348 fresh and 106 backlog) are to be filled via direct recruitment with an initial pay of ₹29,200 (Level 5 – 7th CPC). Interested candidates looking for Sarkari Naukri in the medical sector can submit their applications online from 11 June 2026 to 01 July 2026. We advise all users of rojgar khabar to thoroughly read the complete official notification before applying to understand the eligibility criteria, category-wise vacancies, and selection methodology.
BFUHS Punjab Pharmacist (Pharmacy Officer) Recruitment 2026 Details
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement No. | BFU-26/20 (Memo No. E-5(1)-P.B.-2026/2523) |
| Application Begin | 11/06/2026 |
| Last Date for Apply Online | 01/07/2026 |
| Pay Exam Fee Last Date | 01/07/2026 |
| Exam Date | As per Schedule |
| Admit Card Available | Before Exam |
| Result Date | Will Be Update Here Soon |
Disclaimer: Candidates are advised to confirm from the BFUHS official website.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| All Categories (except SC Category) | ₹ 2360/- (Fee ₹ 2000 + GST ₹ 360 @ 18%) |
| SC Category | ₹ 1180/- (Fee ₹ 1000 + GST ₹ 180 @ 18%) |
| Payment Mode | Pay the Examination Fee Through Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking or E-Challan mode. |
BFUHS Punjab Pharmacist Recruitment 2026: Age Limit as on 01/01/2026
- Minimum Age: 18 Years.
- Maximum Age: 37 Years.
- Age Relaxation Extra as per Punjab Govt Recruitment Rules:
- SC/BC Candidates: 5 Years relaxation (Maximum 42 Years).
- Physically Handicapped (PH): 10 Years relaxation (Maximum 47 Years).
- Widows/Divorcees: Upper age limit relaxed up to 40 Years.
- Govt Employees (State/Central): Upper age limit relaxed up to 45 Years.
- Ex-Servicemen: Allowed to deduct their armed forces service period from actual age (should not exceed the max age limit by more than 3 years).
- Contractual/Outsourced Staff: Candidates who served during the Covid-19 pandemic on an outsourced/contract basis in the Punjab Govt will get age relaxation equivalent to their period of service.
BFUHS Pharmacist Vacancy Details 2026 : Total 454 Posts
(Note: Out of the total 454 posts, 118 posts are strictly reserved for women across various categories from the fresh posts).
| Category | Fresh Posts | Backlog Posts | Total Posts | Reserved for Women (Out of Fresh) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General (UR) | 136 | 00 | 136 | 39 |
| Economically Weaker Section (EWS) | 34 | 00 | 34 | 11 |
| Backward Class (BC) | 35 | 15 | 50 | 14 |
| Scheduled Caste (SC – M&B) | 35 | 08 | 43 | 14 |
| Scheduled Caste (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 | 07 |
| Physical Handicapped (Female) by Rotation | 14 | 00 | 14 | 14 |
| 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 |
| Grand Total | 348 | 106 | 454 | 118 |
Post Name and Eligibility Criteria
| Post Name | Eligibility Criteria |
|---|---|
| Pharmacist (Pharmacy Officer) | * Education: Should have passed Senior Secondary Part-II Examination with Science or its equivalent from a recognised university or institution. * Technical Degree/Diploma: Should possess a Diploma in Pharmacy or Bachelor of Pharmacy or Pharm-D (Doctor of Pharmacy) from a recognised university or institution; or possess higher qualification in the same discipline. * Registration: Should be registered as Pharmacist with the Punjab Pharmacy Council set up under the Pharmacy Act, 1948. * Language Check: Must have passed Matriculation examination with Punjabi as one of the compulsory or elective subjects. * Initial Pay Scale: ₹29,200/- (Level 5 – 7th CPC). |
Mode of Selection Process
The selection for BFUHS Pharmacist (Pharmacy Officer) will be based on a combined merit list prepared from the following stages:
- Written Examination: 90 Marks (Conducted by Baba Farid University of Health Sciences, Faridkot). Candidates must score a minimum of 33% marks to be eligible.
- Experience (Covid-19 Service): Up to 10 Marks.
- 5 Marks: For candidates who worked as Covid-19 volunteers/contractual staff for less than 1 year (between March 2020 to June 2021).
- 10 Marks: For candidates who worked for 1 year or more during the specified Covid-19 period.
- Document Verification.
- Medical Examination & Police Verification.
BFUHS Exam Pattern & Syllabus 2026
| Subject | No. of Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pharmacy/Subject Knowledge | To be notified | To be notified | To be notified |
| General Knowledge/Awareness | To be notified | To be notified | To be notified |
| Punjabi Language Qualifying Test | 50 Questions | 50 Marks | To be notified |
Important Note regarding Punjabi Test: As per Govt of Punjab rules, a mandatory qualifying test of Punjabi Language equivalent to Matriculation standard will be conducted. Candidates must secure at least 50% marks to qualify.
How To Apply Online for BFUHS Punjab Pharmacist Recruitment 2026
Interested candidates who wish to apply for the BFUHS Pharmacist (Pharmacy Officer) post can submit their application online before 01/07/2026. Use the click here link provided below under important link section to apply directly.
- Step 1: Visit the official website of Baba Farid University of Health Sciences (BFUHS) at www.bfuhs.ac.in.
- Step 2: Navigate to the “Jobs/Careers” or “Recruitment” section on the homepage and click on the “Apply Online for Pharmacist (Pharmacy Officer) under Advt. No. BFU-26/20” link.
- Step 3: Complete the basic registration by filling in your Name, Email ID, and Mobile Number to generate your Login Credentials.
- Step 4: Log in and carefully fill out the detailed application form with your personal details, educational qualifications, and Punjabi language eligibility.
- Step 5: Upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature, 10th marksheet (for Punjabi passing proof), Pharmacy Degree/Diploma, and Category Certificate in the required format and size.
- Step 6: Proceed to the payment gateway and pay the application fee (₹ 2360/- for General and ₹ 1180/- for SC) via online mode.
- Step 7: Review all the entered details thoroughly. Once verified, submit the application form.
- Step 8: Print a copy of the final submitted application form and the fee payment receipt for future reference.
Join Our Updates Channel
| Platform | Direct Link |
|---|---|
| Join Our WhatsApp Channel | Click Here |
| Join Our Telegram Channel | Click Here |
Important Links
| Important Links | Direct Links |
|---|---|
| Apply Online Form | Click Here |
| Download Short Notice (Advt-1) | Click Here |
| Download Detailed Notification PDF | Click Here |
| Official Website | BFUHS Official Site Link |
Important Question about recruitment (FAQ)
Q1: What is the last date to apply for BFUHS Pharmacist Recruitment 2026?
Ans: The last date to submit the online application form is 01 July 2026.
Q2: What is the application fee for the Punjab Pharmacy Officer recruitment?
Ans: For the SC category, the fee is ₹ 1180/-, while for all other categories (General/OBC/EWS), the application fee is ₹ 2360/-.
Q3: Who is eligible to apply for this Pharmacist vacancy?
Ans: Candidates who have passed 10+2 with Science, hold a Diploma/Degree in Pharmacy (D.Pharm, B.Pharm, or Pharm-D), are registered with the Punjab Pharmacy Council, and have passed the Matriculation examination with Punjabi are eligible to apply.
Q4: How many total posts are available in this recruitment?
Ans: There are a total of 454 Pharmacist (Pharmacy Officer) vacancies available under the Department of Health and Family Welfare, Punjab.
Q5: Is there any extra weightage given for Covid-19 duty experience?
Ans: Yes, up to 10 extra marks will be given for experience. Candidates who served as Covid-19 volunteers or on an outsourced basis for less than 1 year will get 5 marks, and those who served for more than 1 year will get 10 marks.
