Central Drugs Standard Control Organization (Drugs Sector), Ministry of Health and Family Welfare

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# Central Drugs Standard Control Organization (Drugs Sector), Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
**Recruitment Notification: Multiple Positions**

## 1. Organization Overview

The Central Drugs Standard Control Organization (CDSCO), operating under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, is India's premiere regulatory agency for pharmaceuticals and quality control. CDSCO is responsible for ensuring the safety, efficacy, and quality of drugs and cosmetics manufactured, imported, and distributed throughout the country. By joining CDSCO, candidates will be contributing to the frontlines of public health standards and regulations.

## 2. Available Positions

### 1. Junior Scientific Assistant
- **No. of Vacancies:** 1
- **Pay Level:** 6 of 7th CPC (Rs. 35,400 – 1,12,400)

### 2. Officer on Deputation (Central Drugs Testing Laboratory, Chennai)
- **No. of Vacancies:** Filled-up posts (applications may be considered for future or waiting list)

## 3. General Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must fulfill the following general requirements (specific qualifications and detailed criteria should be referred from the official notification or website):
- **Educational Qualifications:** Relevant qualifications as per the post requirements, particularly in scientific or technical disciplines.
- **Age Limit:** As specified in the detailed advertisement (please refer to the official notification for exact upper age limits, relaxation criteria, and other requirements).
- **Other Requirements:** Deputation posts require candidates to be serving government officers as specified by the organization.

## 4. Application Process

- Interested and eligible candidates must apply within the deadline specified below.
- Detailed instructions regarding the application mode, required documents, and format will be published in the official notification in Employment News and on [CDSCO’s official website](https://cdsco.gov.in).
- Candidates are advised to regularly visit the official website for updates and clarification on submission methods or for downloading application forms.

## 5. Important Dates

- **Last Date to Apply:** Within **60 days from the date of publication** of this notification in the Employment News.
- Applications received after the deadline or incomplete applications are liable to be rejected.

For further details on eligibility criteria, job responsibilities, and application forms, please refer to the official notification on [https://cdsco.gov.in](https://cdsco.gov.in).

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**Embark on a rewarding career at CDSCO and contribute to safeguarding India’s public health standards!**