District Pharmacist – DHS Giridih

Jharkhand, India Posted Last verified

Quick Info

Vacancies
Vacancies: 1
Employment Type
Employment Type: Contract
Pay Scale
Pay Scale: ₹15,000 per month
Qualification
Qualification: Degree or Diploma in Pharmacy from a recognized university.
Experience Required
Experience Required: Freshers eligible — 1 year experience in drug store management is preferred.
Age Limit
Age Limit: Between 21 to 35 years
Application Mode
Application Mode: Apply Offline
Deadline
Deadline:

DHS Giridih is recruiting a District Pharmacist to manage the procurement and distribution of essential medicines within the district's health facilities. Candidates with a Degree or Diploma in Pharmacy are eligible to apply for this critical supply chain role. The position ensures that life-saving drugs are available to patients and that inventory is managed according to government protocols. This is a key role for pharmacy professionals looking to work within the public health infrastructure.

  • One year of experience in managing a drug store in a reputed hospital or government health center is preferred.
  • Candidates must be well-conversant with computer programming including MS Word, Excel, and statistical packages.
  • The role involves maintaining stock registers and ensuring the quality of medicines in the district warehouse.
  • Applicants must be registered with the Pharmacy Council to be eligible for the post.
  • The selection will be based on academic merit and a technical interview.
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Additional Salary Information

Consolidated monthly remuneration of ₹15,000 on a contract basis.

Important Dates

Notification Date 20 July 2026
Application Deadline 12 August 2026

Selection Process

Academic Merit Written Test Skill Test Interview (where applicable)

Application Fees

General/OBC: ₹400 SC/ST: ₹200

Reservation

UR: 1

How to Apply

  • Download the application form from the official website giridih.nic.in.
  • Fill in all the required details accurately in the prescribed format.
  • Attach self-attested copies of all educational, experience, and category certificates.
  • Include two recent passport-sized photographs and a self-addressed envelope (24x10 cm) with required postage.
  • Prepare a Demand Draft for the application fee in favor of 'District Health Society, Giridih'.
  • Send the complete application packet to the Civil Surgeon-cum-Chief Medical Officer, Giridih via Registered Post or Speed Post.
  • Ensure the application reaches the office by 12 August 2026, 5:00 PM.

Frequently Asked Questions

The monthly salary for the District Pharmacist post is ₹15,000.

A Degree or Diploma in Pharmacy from a recognized university is required.

Yes, candidates should be conversant with MS Office and simple statistical packages.