Recruitment for Pharma Candidates at Pharmacy Council of India, 32 vacancies

The Pharmacy education and profession in India upto graduate level is regulated by the PCI, a statutory body governed by the provisions of the Pharmacy Act, 1948 passed by the Parliament. The Pharmacy Act 1948 was enacted on 4.3.48 with the following preamble- An Act to regulate the profession of pharmacy. Whereas it is expedient to make better provision for the regulation of the profession and practice of pharmacy and for that purpose to constitute Pharmacy Councils. The PCI was constituted on 9.8.49 under section 3 of the Pharmacy Act.

Hiring the staff for PCI

Advisor Policy Bureau
No. of Posts : One
Consolidated salary : 1,00,000/- Per month
Educational Qualification and Experience : Educational Qualification Ph.D in Pharmacy with UG and PG (M.Pharm or Pharm.D) qualification in Pharmacy obtained from an institution approved under section 12 of the Pharmacy Act, 1948. Experience Minimum 15 years post qualification experience in teaching / research / regulatory out of which 5 years should be in the administrative responsibility
Age : Not more than 50 years on the date of advertisement
Tenure : 1 years subject to extension based on merit and performance

Skills : Essential skills
• Proficiency in framing policies and schemes as per the provisions of the Pharmacy Act 1948 and various
Regulations made thereunder.
• Management of amendments in the Pharmacy Act and Regulations made thereunder.
• Pursuance with parent ministry / other departments.
• Management of various meetings of the Council.
• Management of RTI, Court cases and Public Grievances.
• Providing supporting data for preparation of replies to Parliament Questions.
• Any other work as assigned by the Competent Authority from time to time.
Desirable skills
• Fluency in English.
• Proficiency in verbal and written communications.
• Knowledge of modern management techniques, computer applications.
• Experience with computer-based surveys and a wide-range of cognitive or educational measures

Technical officer (Approval Bureau)
No. of Posts : 18
Consolidated salary : 70,000
Educational Qualification and Experience : Educational Qualification Ph.D in Pharmacy with UG and PG (B.Pharm and M.Pharm) qualification in Pharmacy obtained from an institution approved under section 12 of the Pharmacy Act, 1948.
Experience 5 years experience in teaching/ research/ regulatory/ hospital pharmacy / out of which preferably 2 years shall be in a responsible administrative position.
Age : Not more than 35 years on the date of advertisement
Tenure : 1 years subject to extension based on merit and performance

Skills :
Essential skills
• Management of Approval process of Pharmacy institutions under the Pharmacy Act 1948 and Regulations made there under which includes evaluating the inspection reports, office note for any shortcomings and prepare the agenda.
• Provide supporting data for preparation of replies to court matters and Parliament Questions.
• Any other work as assigned by the Competent Authority from time to time.
Desirable skills
• Fluency in English.
• Proficiency in verbal and written communications.
• Knowledge of modern management techniques, computer applications.
• Experience with computer-based surveys and a wide-range of cognitive or educational measures.

Technical Assistant (Policy Bureau)
No. of Posts : 08
Consolidated salary : 60,000
Educational Qualification and Experience : Educational Qualification M.Pharm from an institution approved under section 12 of the Pharmacy Act, 1948.
Experience 3 years experience in teaching/ research/ regulatory/ hospital pharmacy / out of which preferably 1 years shall be in a responsible administrative position.
Age : Not more than 30 years on the date of advertisement
Tenure : 1 year subject to extension based on merit and performance

Skills :
Essential skills
• Proficiency in framing policies and schemes as per the provisions of the Pharmacy Act 1948 and various Regulations made thereunder.
• Management of various meetings of the Council.
• Management of RTI, Court cases and Public Grievances.
• Providing supporting data for preparation of replies to Parliament Questions.
• Any other work as assigned by the Competent Authority from time to time.
Desirable skills
• Fluency in English.
• Proficiency in verbal and written communications.
• Knowledge of modern management techniques, computer applications.
• Experience with computer-based surveys and a wide-range of cognitive or educational measures.

Technical Assistant
No. of Posts : 03
Consolidated salary : 60,000
Educational Qualification and Experience : Educational Qualification Pharm.D / Pharm.D (PB) from an institution approved under section 12 of the Pharmacy Act, 1948.
Experience 3 years experience in teaching/ research/ regulatory/ hospital pharmacy / out of which preferably 1 years shall be in a responsible administrative position.
Age : Not more than 30 years on the date of advertisement
Tenure : 1 year subject to extension based on merit and performance

Skills :
Essential skills
• Implementation of Pharmacy Practice Regulations, 2015.
• Preparation of Presentations for Ministry on various Education Regulations.
• RTIs and Public Grievances
• Providing supporting data for preparation of replies to Parliament Questions.
• Any other work as assigned by the Competent Authority from time to time.
Desirable skills
• Fluency in English.
• Proficiency in verbal and written communications.
• Knowledge of modern management techniques, computer applications.
• Experience with computer-based surveys and a wide-range of cognitive or educational measures.

Associate (HR- Admin)
No. of Posts : 01
Consolidated salary : Upto 60,000/-
Educational Qualification and Experience : B.Pharm+ MBA OR MBA from recognized University
Desirable : B.Pharm+ MBA and Candidates who had experienced in any Government office would be preferred
Age : Not more than 35 years on the date of advertisement
Tenure : 1 year subject to extension based on merit and performance

Skills :
Maintain employee records Update HR databases (e.g. new hires, separations, vacation and sick leaves) Assist in payroll preparation by providing relevant data, like absences, bonus and leaves Prepare paperwork for HR policies and procedures. Process employees’ requests and provide relevant information Collaborate with the Recruiter. Manage the department’s telephone center and address queries accordingly. Prepare reports and presentations for internal communications Desirable skills Fluency in English. Proficiency in verbal and written communications.

OSD to President
No. of Posts : 01
Consolidated salary : 1,00,000
Educational Qualification and Experience : Educational Qualification M.Pharm. from PCI approved Institute.
Experience 5 years experience in academics / regulatory/research with reasonable administrative experience. OR Retired Government official not below the rank of Deputy Secretary
Age : Not more than 40 years on the date of advertisement Age in respect of retired Government official
Not more than 61 years
Tenure : 1 year subject to extension based on merit and performance
Skills : Essential skills
• To assist the President to carry out its activities as per the Pharmacy Act, 1948 and Regulations made thereunder.
• Fluency in English with good communication skills. Desirable skills Knowledge of modern management techniques & computer applications.

General Terms and Conditions
1. Number of position(s) is tentative and may vary and the Council reserves the right to increase or decrease the number of positions and may or may not fill any position(s).
2. The prescribed qualifications are the minimum and mere possession and fulfilment of the essential qualification, desirable skills and experience for a post does not entitle the candidate to be called for interview.
3. Interested candidates may apply only online on PCI Web portal pci.nic.in on or before 25-10-2023 upto 5:00 pm from the date of publication of advertisement. Please upload the desired certificates (duly self attested) in support of your educational qualifications and experience etc. and passport size photo alongwith the application form.
4. In case of applicant from Government organizations –
a. The application has to be forwarded by the present employer along with requisite self-attested supporting documents so as to reach on or before on or before _______________upto 5:00 pm from the date of publication of advertisement marked in the name of Admin Dept., Pharmacy Council of India, NBCC Centre, 3rd Floor, Plot No.2, Community Centre, Maa Anandamai Marg, Okhla Phase I, New Delhi - 110020.
b. The envelope containing application should be super-scribed with POSITION APPLIED FOR.
c. Working with government organizations may send an advance copy of the duly filled and downloaded application form. However, such an application shall be entertained only when application through proper channel (Forwarding Authority) is also received subsequently.
d. Working with government organizations shall furnish original “No Objection Certificate” from the parent department/ present employer at the time of interview. They should also upload the same with the online application if made available at the time of applying. The prescribed format is enclosed as Annexure – 1.
e. Vigilance clearance certificate and integrity certificate shall furnish as per prescribed format is enclosed as Annexure – 2.
5. The candidates short-listed for interview will be informed by e-mail and/or by Post. The Council will not be responsible for any postal delay.
6. Original Educational Qualification, Experience and other certificate, etc. should be produced only at the time of interview.
7. The decision of the Council in respect of selections shall be final and no correspondence in this regard will be entertained. Canvassing in any type from any source will disqualify the candidature of the applicant.
8. The shortlisted candidates are required to bring the following documents at the time of interview in, otherwise they will not be entertained to attend the interview:
a. Original Qualification Certificates
b. Original Date of Birth Certificate (10th or 11th certificate issued by the board having DoB)
c. Latest month’s payslip/ salary transfer proof. d. PAN Card e. NOC in original (As per Annexure) (For candidates working in government organizations).
f. ACRs for last three years (In sealed Cover). (For candidates working in government organizations).
g. Original Integrity Certificate and Vigilance Clearance Certificate (In Sealed Cover). (For candidates working in government organizations). In case of photocopies of A.C.Rs/A.P.A.Rs, these may be attested by an officer not below the rank of Under Secretary/equivalent.
9. The maximum age limit will not be relaxed under any circumstances.
10. Applications received offline and/or found to be incomplete in any manner or not submitted in the prescribed proforma will not be entertained.