The Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO) has invited applications for 14 senior posts in its Medical Devices Vertical — 1 Additional Drugs Controller (I), 4 Joint Drugs Controller (I) and 9 Deputy Drugs Controller (I) — on deputation, including short-term contract. The recruitment is notified under Advertisement No. Admin-11011(13)/2/2024-eoffice dated 21 October 2026, issued by CDSCO, Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS), Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. Applications must reach CDSCO headquarters within 45 days of the publication of the advertisement in Employment News; the last date is reported as 5 December 2026.
This is not a direct recruitment. Only serving officers of Central or State Governments, Union Territory administrations, recognised research institutions, public sector undertakings, recognised universities or autonomous or statutory organisations are eligible to apply.
CDSCO Drugs Controller Recruitment 2026: Important Dates
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Advertisement Number | Admin-11011(13)/2/2024-eoffice |
| Advertisement Date | 21 October 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 5 December 2026 (as reported; 45 days from publication in Employment News) |
| Mode of Application | Offline, by post through proper channel |
| Organisation | CDSCO, DGHS, Ministry of Health and Family Welfare |
Vacancy Details and Pay
| Post Name | Number of Posts | Pay Level | Pay Scale (Rs) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Additional Drugs Controller (I) | 1 | Level 13A | Rs 1,31,100 – Rs 2,16,600 |
| Joint Drugs Controller (I) | 4 | Level 13 | Rs 1,23,100 – Rs 2,15,900 |
| Deputy Drugs Controller (I) | 9 | Level 12 | Rs 78,800 – Rs 2,09,200 |
| Total | 14 | — | — |
Educational Qualification and Experience
Candidates must hold a Master’s degree or a Bachelor’s degree in Bio Medical, Chemical, Bio-Tech, Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, Instrumentation, Polymer, Computer Science or Medical Electronics Engineering, Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Medicine with Clinical Pharmacology, Microbiology, Bio-Chemistry, Chemistry or Life Sciences.
| Post | Experience with a Master’s Degree | Experience with a Bachelor’s Degree |
|---|---|---|
| Additional Drugs Controller (I) | 14 years | 16 years |
| Joint Drugs Controller (I) | 12 years | 14 years |
| Deputy Drugs Controller (I) | 8 years | 10 years |
The experience must be in the manufacturing, testing, regulation or designing of medical devices. A PhD is a desirable qualification for the post of Additional Drugs Controller.
Deputation Eligibility
- Additional Drugs Controller (I): Officers holding an analogous post, or officers with 2 years of service in Level 13.
- Joint Drugs Controller (I): Officers holding an analogous post, or officers with 5 years of service in Level 12.
- Deputy Drugs Controller (I): Officers holding an analogous post, or officers with 5 years of service in Level 11.
The period of deputation is ordinarily a maximum of 3 years. Officers in the feeder category who are in the direct line of promotion are not eligible for deputation, and officers appointed on deputation are not eligible for promotion.
Age Limit and Application Fee
The maximum age limit is 56 years as on the closing date of receipt of applications. No application fee is mentioned in the advertisement.
Documents Required
The following documents must be sent with the application:
- Application in the Annexure-II format, countersigned by the cadre or appointing authority.
- APARs for the last 5 years, attested by an officer not below the rank of Under Secretary.
- Integrity Certificate.
- Vigilance Clearance.
- Statement of major or minor penalties imposed during the last 10 years.
- Verification Certificate.
- Cadre Clearance Certificate.
Incomplete applications will be summarily rejected.
How to Apply
- Obtain the Annexure-II application form from cdsco.gov.in.
- Fill in the form and get it countersigned by the cadre or appointing authority.
- Attach all the documents listed above.
- Send the application through the cadre controlling authority.
- Send the application to Shri Ranjan Doley, Deputy Director (Admn), CDSCO Headquarters, FDA Bhawan, Kotla Road, New Delhi – 110002, so that it reaches within 45 days of publication in Employment News (last date reported as 5 December 2026).
Please note: this recruitment is separate from the post of Drugs Controller General of India (DCGI), which has been advertised separately.
Important Links
| Link | Details |
|---|---|
| CDSCO Official Website | cdsco.gov.in |
| Ministry of Health and Family Welfare | mohfw.gov.in |
| Full Advertisement Text | Full advertisement on PharmaTutor |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. How many posts are available in CDSCO Drugs Controller Recruitment 2026?
There are 14 posts in total — 1 Additional Drugs Controller (I), 4 Joint Drugs Controller (I) and 9 Deputy Drugs Controller (I).
2. Is this a direct recruitment?
No, this is not a direct recruitment. The posts will be filled on deputation, including short-term contract, and only serving government officers are eligible.
3. What is the last date to apply?
The last date is reported as 5 December 2026. Applications must reach CDSCO headquarters within 45 days of the publication of the advertisement in Employment News.
4. What is the maximum age limit?
The maximum age limit is 56 years as on the closing date of receipt of applications.
5. What is the pay for these posts?
Additional Drugs Controller (I) — Level 13A, Rs 1,31,100 to Rs 2,16,600; Joint Drugs Controller (I) — Level 13, Rs 1,23,100 to Rs 2,15,900; Deputy Drugs Controller (I) — Level 12, Rs 78,800 to Rs 2,09,200.
6. Where should the application be sent?
To Shri Ranjan Doley, Deputy Director (Admn), CDSCO Headquarters, FDA Bhawan, Kotla Road, New Delhi – 110002, through the cadre controlling authority.
7. Is there an application fee?
No, no application fee is mentioned in the advertisement.
8. Is there a written examination?
No, no written examination is mentioned in the advertisement. This is a deputation-based recruitment.
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Next Action: Eligible officers should download the Annexure-II form from cdsco.gov.in, complete it through the proper channel, and ensure it reaches CDSCO headquarters before 5 December 2026.
