UPSSSC released the answer key for the Pharmaceutical Ayurvedic Mains Exam 2024 on 22 September 2026. Candidates who appeared in the exam held on 20 September 2026 can now download it from the official website.The answer key helps candidates check their responses and estimate scores before the final result.
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Answer Key Released on 22 September 2026
UPSSSC Pharmacist Ayurvedic Recruitment – Overview
| Parameter | Official Details |
| Recruitment Authority | Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) |
| Advertisement Number | 01-Exam/2024 |
| Post Title | Pharmacist (Ayurvedic) |
| Department | Directorate of Ayurveda, Uttar Pradesh |
| Total Number of Vacancies | 1,002 Posts |
| Pay Scale & Grade Pay | Pay Matrix Level-5 (₹29,200 – ₹92,300) | Grade Pay ₹2,800/- |
| Official Portal | upsssc.gov.in |
Important Dates & Recruitment Schedule
| Event | Scheduled Date |
| Online Application Opening Date | 12 February 2024 |
| Online Application Closing Date | 03 March 2024 |
| Application Fee Payment Deadline | 03 March 2024 |
| Form Correction Window Closing Date | 11 March 2024 |
| Mains Eligibility / Shortlisting Result | 28 July 2026 |
| Exam City Slip Release Date | 11 September 2026 |
| Mains Written Examination Date | 20 September 2026 (03:00 PM to 05:00 PM) |
| Provisional Answer Key Release Date | 22 September 2026 |
| Answer Key Objection Submission Period | September 2026 |
Category-Wise Vacancy Breakdown
| Category | Allocated Vacancies |
| Unreserved (General / UR) | 448 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 291 |
| Other Backward Classes (OBC) | 126 |
| Economically Weaker Section (EWS) | 100 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 37 |
| Total Vacancies | 1,002 |
Examination Pattern & Marking Scheme
| Section / Subject | Number of Questions | Maximum Marks | Time Duration |
| Part 1: Ayurvedic Pharmacy Domain Knowledge | 65 | 65 | 120 Minutes(2 Hours)} |
| Part 2: Computer & Information Technology Concepts | 15 | 15 | |
| Part 3: General Knowledge of Uttar Pradesh | 20 | 20 | |
| Total | 100 Questions | 100 Marks |
- Question Type: Objective Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ)
- Negative Marking: Deduction of 0.25 (1/4th) mark for each incorrect response
Selection Process Stages
| Stage Number | Stage Name | Description / Scope |
| Stage 1 | PET 2023 Shortlisting | Initial cut-off based screening using valid UPSSSC PET 2023 scorecards |
| Stage 2 | Mains Written Examination | OMR-based test covering pharmacy domain, computer IT, and UP GK (Concluded on 20 September 2026) |
| Stage 3 | Document Verification (DV) | Scrutiny of original diplomas, pharmacy council registration, and category certificates |
| Stage 4 | Final Medical Examination | Final fitness clearance and departmental joining recommendation |
Answer Key Release Details
UPSSSC published the official answer key notice on its website. Candidates must use their login credentials to access and download the key.
How to Download Answer Key
- Visit the official UPSSSC website.
- Click on the Answer Key or Recruitment section.
- Enter required details such as registration number and date of birth.
- Download and print the answer key for reference.
Expected Result Timeline
The final result date is not mentioned in the available information. Keep visiting the official website for result updates.
Important Links
| Link Description | URL |
|---|---|
| Download Answer Key | Click Here |
| Download Answer Key Notice | Download Notice |
| Official Website | Visit Official Website |
Download the answer key promptly and verify your responses carefully.
