OSSSC Pharmacist Syllabus 2026: Topic-wise Details
Written by Jigs on 22 Oct 2026 · Organisation: Odisha Sub-Ordinate Staff Selection Commission · State: Odisha
The Pharmacist syllabus of Odisha Sub-Ordinate Staff Selection Commission (OSSSC) is available on its official website. Here is a simple guide to what to read and how to plan.
The direct links are in the Important Links table below.
You can also see more OSSSC updates on the OSSSC Recruitment page, all syllabus and the home page.
OSSSC Pharmacist Syllabus 2026: Exam Date & Pattern
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OSSSC Pharmacist Selection Process & Exam Details
Selection normally runs in this order for this kind of Sarkari Naukri. The official notice has the final word, so check it for the exact rounds.
- Written Examination
- Document Verification
- Merit List
Pharmacist: What This Page Covers
Everything a candidate of Pharmacist looks for is on one page: the exam overview, the exam pattern.
- First comes the exam overview: who conducts the exam, its level, mode, language and marking.
- Next are the pattern and subject-wise syllabus tables, with the marks, subject names and figures exactly as the source gives them.
- At the end you will find a preparation plan and the questions students ask most.
Pharmacist: Exam Overview
Odisha Sub-Ordinate Staff Selection Commission (OSSSC) is the organisation behind Pharmacist.
The paper is taken in Objective Type (OMR/CBRT) mode.
Key numbers of the paper: questions: 100; marks: 100; time: 2 Hours.
Negative marking: 0.25 mark for each wrong answer.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Conducted by | Odisha Sub-Ordinate Staff Selection Commission (OSSSC) |
| Post / course | Pharmacist |
| Mode of exam | Objective Type (OMR/CBRT) |
| Number of questions | 100 |
| Marks | 100 |
| Time allowed | 2 Hours |
| Negative marking | 0.25 mark for each wrong answer |
Pharmacist: Subject-Wise Weightage
The table below gives the subject-wise weightage of Pharmacist, as it is given in the source.
In short: mode: OMR based.
| Subject / Topic | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Questions based on D. Pharmacy Syllabus | 60 | 60 |
| Practical Skill-based Questions | 25 | 25 |
| Arithmetic (HSC / 10th Standard) | 10 | 10 |
| English (HSC / 10th Standard) | 05 | 05 |
Pharmacist: Subjects That Carry the Highest Marks
In the pattern table (Subject-Wise Weightage), the most marks are carried by Questions based on D. Pharmacy Syllabus (60).
Marks differ from paper to paper, so check the table of your own paper.
Pharmacist: How to Use the Pattern and Syllabus
- Read the exam overview above first, so you know who conducts the exam, its mode, language and marking before you study.
- Negative marking is given as 0.25 mark for each wrong answer. So avoid wild guesses and mark only the answers you are sure about.
- The exam is in Objective Type (OMR/CBRT) mode, so take your mock tests in the same way.
Pharmacist: Step-by-Step Preparation Plan
- Read the exam overview and the pattern table carefully and note the points that matter for your paper.
- Give the subjects that carry more marks (see the section above) more time, and study them first.
- Solve previous papers every week and keep a small notebook of the mistakes you made.
- Take mock tests in the real time limit of 2 Hours, so the clock does not surprise you on exam day.
- Open the official notice once a month, because the board can change the syllabus or the pattern.
Earlier OSSSC Notifications
Earlier OSSSC notifications we have tracked, for comparison. Tap a title to open it, or see all OSSSC updates.
| Update | Type | Posts | Key date |
|---|---|---|---|
| OSSSC Forest Guard Syllabus 2026 & Exam Pattern | Syllabus | — | 15 Oct 2026 |
| OSSSC TGT Updates Syllabus 2026 & Exam Pattern | Syllabus | — | 14 Nov 2026 |
| OSSSC Panchayat Executive Officer Syllabus 2026 | Syllabus | — | 10 Oct 2026 |
| OSSSC Ari, Ri, Amin, SFS Syllabus 2026: Topic-wise Details | Syllabus | — | 10 Oct 2026 |
| OSSSC Forester, Forest Guard, Excise Constable Admit Card 2026 – Download Link | Admit Card | — | 26 May 2026 |
OSSSC Pharmacist Syllabus: Important Links
| Link | Open |
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| Official website | osssc.gov.in |
| All OSSSC updates | Open OSSSC Recruitment |
| OSSSC latest jobs | View jobs |
| OSSSC admit cards | View admit cards |
| OSSSC results | View results |
OSSSC Pharmacist Syllabus: Frequently Asked Questions
Who conducts Pharmacist?
Pharmacist is conducted by Odisha Sub-Ordinate Staff Selection Commission (OSSSC).
What is the mode of the Pharmacist exam?
The exam mode is Objective Type (OMR/CBRT).
How much time is given in Pharmacist?
The time allowed is 2 Hours.
Is there negative marking in Pharmacist?
Negative marking: 0.25 mark for each wrong answer.
How many questions are there in Pharmacist?
Number of questions: 100.
What are the total marks of Pharmacist?
Marks: 100.
Where can I download the official Pharmacist syllabus or notice?
Use the official link in the Important Links table of this page or open the website of OSSSC. The official document is the final word if anything changes.
Can the Pharmacist syllabus or pattern change?
Yes. The conducting body may revise the syllabus or the pattern in a new notice, so check the official notice before you start and again before the exam.
Where can I get the latest Sarkari Result updates of OSSSC?
SarkariResultHome.com posts every new update of OSSSC as soon as it is published. Bookmark the site and open it directly to see the newest jobs, admit cards, Sarkari Results and answer keys.
Source and Credit
Credit for the original information goes to Odisha Sub-Ordinate Staff Selection Commission, whose syllabus and exam pattern notice we used on its official website osssc.gov.in. We have put the information in our own words and layout. The official website is the final word, so please check it before you apply, pay a fee or travel.
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