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OSSSC Pharmacist Recruitment 2024: Merit List (Out), DV Dates

Last Updated on Jun 17, 2025

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The OSSSC Pharmacist Merit List has been released . The Computer-Based Recruitment Test (CBRT) was conducted on 3rd August 2024. A total of 206 vacancies have been announced for the OSSSC Pharmacist Recruitment. Candidates with a Diploma in Pharmacy are eligible for this post.

OSSSC Pharmacist Recruitment Overview

Registration Date

22 Dec 2023 - 20 Mar 2024

Exam Date

CBT Exam :- 3 Aug 2024

Salary

Vacancies

206

Eligibility

Diploma in Pharmacy

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The OSSSC Pharmacist Merit List for the Written Examination has been released on 29th May 2025. The Computer Based Recruitment Test (CBRT) was conducted on 3rd August 2024. The shortlisted candidates will be called for Document Verification. A total of 206 vacancies have been announced for the OSSSC Pharmacist Recruitment. Key highlights of the same are as follows:

The applications will be accepted online only.
The selection process for the Odisha Pharmacist post includes a written exam and document verification.

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OSSSC Pharmacist Recruitment 2023 Overview
Recruiting Body	OSSSC
Full-Form	Odisha Sub-ordinate Staff Selection Commission
Official Website	OSSSC Website
Name of the post	Pharmacist
Cycle	2023
Number of Vacancies	~~1002~~ 206
Notification Release Date	May 2023
Start Date of Online Registration	22nd December 2023
Closing Date for Registration	15th March 2024
Last Date to Submit Online Application	20th March 2024
Exam Date	3rd August 2024
Result Date	29th May 2025

OSSSC Pharmacist Notification

OSSSC Pharmacist Vacancy

A total of 206 vacancies have been announced for the OSSSC Pharmacist Recruitment. Candidates can check the category-wise OSSSC Pharmacist vacancy distribution.

OSSSC Pharmacist Vacancy
Category	Vacancies
UR	7
UR-Women	19
ST	89
ST-Women	50
SC	16
SC-Women	22
SEBC	01
SEBC-Women	02
Total	206

How to Apply for OSSSC Pharmacist Recruitment?

The applications for OSSSC Pharmacist Recruitment must be submitted online. The steps to submit the application form are given below.

Step 1: Visit the OSSSC website. Click on New Registration and complete the process.

Step 2: Visit the OSSSC Application Portal.

Step 3: Login and fill out the OSSSC Pharmacist Application Form.

Step 4: Upload the required documents.

Step 5: Pay the application fee.

Step 6: Submit the Odisha Pharmacist application form.

OSSSC Pharmacist Application Fee

Below is the category-wise expected application fee to be paid while applying for the OSSSC Pharmacist Recruitment.

Category	Application Fee
SC/ST/PWD/Female	No Fee
Other Categories	INR 100

OSSSC Pharmacist Selection Process

The selection of candidates for the post of Odisha Pharmacist will be based on the following stages:

Written Test
Document Verification.

Latest OSSSC Pharmacist Updates

Last updated on Jun 27, 2025

-> The OSSSC Pharmacist Merit List has been released on 29th May 2025.

-> OSSSC Pharmacist Exam was conducted on 3rd August 2024.

-> The OSSSC Pharmacist Notification was released for 206 vacancies

-> The selection process for this post includes a written exam and document verification.

-> Those with a Diploma in Pharmacy are eligible for this post.

-> Prepare for the exam as per the OSSSC Pharmacist Syllabus & Exam Pattern.

OSSSC Pharmacist Eligibility Criteria 2023

Candidates applying for the Odisha Pharmacist Recruitment must be aware of the required eligibility criteria in terms of their age, qualification, etc., before submitting their applications. The details of the expected OSSSC Pharmacist eligibility criteria are given below.

Odisha Pharmacist Age Limit

The candidate who wishes to apply for the recruitment must be between 21-32 years of age. However, age relaxations are applicable for the reserved category candidates.

OSSSC Pharmacist Educational Qualification

To be eligible for the OSSSC Pharmacist post, the candidates must have passed 10+2 and should have a Diploma in Pharmacy from the university which is recognized by the government.

OSSSC Pharmacist Exam Pattern

Knowing the exam pattern is essential to understand the marking scheme, type of questions, and sectional weightage for the exam. The OSSSC Pharmacist Exam Pattern is given below.

Subject	Number of Questions	Marks	Duration
Questions from Diploma in Pharmacy	60	60	2 Hours
Questions from Practical Skill to assess the real practical skill of the candidates	25	25
Arithmetic of HSC Standard	10	10
English of HSC Standard	5	5
Total	100	100

A total number of 100 questions are asked.
The exam is conducted for 100 marks.
Each question carries 1 mark.
Marks deducted for every wrong answer is 0.25.

OSSSC Pharmacist Exam Preparation Tips

You will need complete strategy and full preparation before going ahead for the written examination. Given below are the preparation tips.

Collect proper study material from useful sources and start making study notes.
Go through the sample papers, question banks and question papers from previous years. This will give you clarity regarding the major topics and chapters.
Also, attempt mock tests that will help you to cope up with the time management skills, allowing you to analyse your preparation status.

OSSSC Pharmacist Best Books for Preparation

The table below highlights the names of the best books that you can follow while preparing for the OSSSC Pharmacist Recruitment.

Section	Book	Author	Publisher
Maths	Quantitative Aptitude	RS Aggarwal	S Chand
English	High School English Grammar and Composition	Wren and Martin	S Chand

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FAQs

How can I apply for the OSSSC Pharmacist Recruitment?

The applications for Odisha Pharmacist Recruitment must be submitted online through the commission's website.

What is the selection process for OSSSC Pharmacist post?

The selection of candidates for the said post will be based on written test and document verification.

What is the qualification required for the post of OSSSC Pharmacist?

Candidates applying for this post must have Diploma in Pharmacy.

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