Thumbnail: Viksit Haryana | Chitradurga Pharmacy Officer Recruitment 2026, 24 posts, last date 16 November 2026
There is good news for young people who have completed D.Pharm and are waiting for a government job. The health department of Chitradurga district in Karnataka has announced 24 Pharmacy Officer posts, and the last date to apply is 16 November 2026.
The biggest relief is that there is no written examination and no interview — selection will be made on a roster-cum-merit basis. Applications must be submitted offline, which means the biodata and documents have to be handed in directly at the office.
Chitradurga Pharmacy Officer Recruitment 2026 — Key Details
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Office of the District Health and Family Welfare Officer, Zilla Panchayat, Chitradurga, Government of Karnataka |
| Post Name | Pharmacy Officer |
| Total Vacancies | 24 |
| Qualification | D.Pharm + registration with the Karnataka Pharmacy Council (compulsory) |
| Age Limit | Within 45 years |
| Nature of Appointment | Contract — 1 year or until regular Pharmacy Officers are appointed, whichever is earlier |
| Application Mode | Offline (submit biodata + documents) |
| Application Start Date | 2 November 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 16 November 2026, by 5:30 PM |
| Selection Process | Roster-cum-merit (no examination) |
| Job Location | Taluk hospitals, community health centres and primary health centres, Chitradurga district |
Who Can Apply?
Only candidates holding a two-year Diploma in Pharmacy (D.Pharm) from an institution recognised by the Government of Karnataka are eligible. In addition, registration with the Karnataka Pharmacy Council is compulsory — applications without registration will not be accepted.
The candidate’s age should be within 45 years. The notice prints no cut-off date for age and no age relaxation, so candidates should read the official notification before applying.
Category-wise Vacancy Break-up
Of the 24 posts, 7 posts are reserved for women. The category-wise break-up is as follows:
| Category | Total Posts |
|---|---|
| General Merit | 12 |
| Scheduled Caste — Category A | 2 |
| Scheduled Caste — Category B | 1 |
| Scheduled Caste — Category C | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 1 |
| Category-1 | 1 |
| Category 2(A) | 3 |
| Category 2(B) | 1 |
| Category 3(A) | 1 |
| Category 3(B) | 1 |
| Total | 24 |
How to Apply Offline
There is no online application form for this recruitment. Candidates should follow these steps:
- Prepare your biodata — name, qualification, registration number and contact details.
- Attach self-attested copies of the documents listed below.
- Submit the biodata and documents by 16 November 2026, 5:30 PM at: Office of the District Health and Family Welfare Officer, P.B. Road, Chitradurga-577501.
- For any information, contact the office — Phone: 08194-235464, Email: [email protected].
Documents Required
- 1 passport size photograph
- Aadhaar card
- SSLC (Class 10) marks card
- D.Pharm marks card
- Karnataka State Pharmacy Council registration certificate
- Caste certificate
- Rural candidate certificate
- Disabled candidate certificate
- Kannada medium certificate
- Ex-serviceman certificate
- Project displaced candidate certificate
- Third gender candidate certificate
Selection Process
Selection will be made on the basis of roster-cum-merit. The notice mentions no written test or interview. The merit list and document verification details will be announced on the district portal.
This is not a permanent government job — the appointment is on contract for one year, or until regular Pharmacy Officers are appointed, whichever is earlier.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Press notification issued | 2 November 2026 |
| Application start date | 2 November 2026 |
| Last date to apply | 16 November 2026, by 5:30 PM |
Important Links
- Download Official Notification PDF
- Official Website — Chitradurga District
- Dharwad Health Department Hiring for 22 Posts — Apply by 15 November
- Rs 25,000 a Month: Diamond Harbour Health District Hiring for 18 Posts
Note: The salary and the application fee are not specified in the notification. Candidates must read the official notification before applying.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. How many Pharmacy Officer vacancies are there in the Chitradurga recruitment 2026?
A: There are 24 Pharmacy Officer posts in the taluk hospitals, community health centres and primary health centres of Chitradurga district.
Q2. What is the last date to apply for the Chitradurga Pharmacy Officer posts?
A: Applications can be submitted from 2 November 2026 until 5:30 PM on 16 November 2026.
Q3. What qualification is needed for the Pharmacy Officer post?
A: A D.Pharm from an institution recognised by the Government of Karnataka, with compulsory registration with the Karnataka Pharmacy Council.
Q4. What is the age limit for this recruitment?
A: The candidate’s age should be within 45 years.
Q5. Will there be an examination for this recruitment?
A: No. Selection will be made on a roster-cum-merit basis, and the notice mentions no written test or interview.
Q6. Is this a permanent government job?
A: No. The appointment is on contract for one year, or until regular Pharmacy Officers are appointed, whichever is earlier.
Next Action: Download the official notification and submit your biodata at the District Health and Family Welfare Officer’s office, Chitradurga, by 16 November 2026, 5:30 PM.
Sources: Press notification of the Office of the District Health and Family Welfare Officer, Chitradurga (No. ಜಿ.ಆ.ಕು.ಕ.ಚಿ.ಗುಪಾಅ/01/2026-27, dated 02-11-2026)
