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NHSRC Recruitment 2026: Consultant (Drugs and Logistics) – Apply Online @ nhsrcindia.org
- Recruiting Body: National Health Systems Resource Centre (NHSRC)
- Advt No: Not Stated
- Total Posts: 1 (Consultant – Drugs and Logistics)
- Post Name: Consultant (Drugs and Logistics)
- Employment Nature: Contractual – Short-term contract till 31 March 2028 (extendable subject to satisfactory performance)
- Application Mode: Online Application only
- Last Date to Apply: 1 December 2026
- Pay Scale: Rs. 60,000 – Rs. 1,20,000 per month
- Age Limit: 45 years and below
- Job Location: New Delhi (travel to states and districts involved)
- Application Fee: Not Stated in Official Notification
The National Health Systems Resource Centre (NHSRC), an autonomous registered society under the National Health Mission (NHM), has invited online applications for the post of Consultant (Drugs and Logistics) in its Quality & Patient Safety division. The post serves the Free Drugs Service Initiative (FDSI) of the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare (MoHFW). The contract tenure runs till 31 March 2028, with further extensions of similar duration subject to satisfactory performance. Candidates must apply online through nhsrcindia.org before 1 December 2026.
Download NHSRC Consultant (Drugs and Logistics) Official Notification PDF (Terms of Reference)
Post-Wise Vacancy & Pay Scale
| Post Designation | Vacancies | Age Limit | Monthly Remuneration (INR) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Consultant (Drugs and Logistics) | Not Specified (Single Consultant Post) | 45 Years and below | Rs. 60,000 – Rs. 1,20,000 |
The remuneration within this band will be commensurate with the candidate's qualification and experience. NHSRC Consultants also receive free accidental insurance, subsidized medical insurance, mobile and laptop reimbursement, 30 days consolidated leave, paid maternity leave for female consultants, performance-linked increments, and TA/DA with per diem for on-duty visits.
Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualification
Only full-time regular degrees are accepted. The essential and desirable requirements for the Consultant (Drugs and Logistics) post are:
Essential Qualification
- Full-time B. Pharma from a recognized institute with Master's Degree in Pharmacy or Pharm D or full-time MBA/PGDM in Pharmaceutical Management / Supply Chain Management / Healthcare Management / Hospital Management or Master's in Public Health.
- Minimum 2 years post-qualification experience in drug procurement and supply chain management / inventory management / warehouse management / field-level experience in Free Drugs Service implementation.
- Sound knowledge of drugs and pharmaceuticals, storage practices, pharmacopoeias, the Drugs & Cosmetics Act, the NDPS Act, the National Formulary of India (NFI), the National List of Essential Medicines (NLEM), GFR, and other relevant regulatory frameworks.
- Sound knowledge of IPHS and National Health Programmes.
- Strong IT skills with hands-on experience in Logistics Management Information Systems (LMIS), including DVDMS (central dashboard and state implementations such as e-Aushadhi).
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Desirable Experience
- Experience in data analysis, quantification, demand forecasting, and use of AI-driven forecasting models/tools for drug procurement and supply planning.
- Experience in vendor management, rate contracts, framework agreements, and performance monitoring.
- Experience in inventory optimization techniques (ABC–VEN analysis, FSN, HML, safety stock calculation, lead-time analysis).
- Field experience in implementation support, capacity building, or state handholding for supply chain strengthening initiatives.
- Proficiency in MS Office, especially Excel (data analysis, dashboards, reporting) and PowerPoint.
Age Limit
The age limit is 45 years and below. The official notification does not specify a cut-off date for counting age or any age relaxation provision.
Selection Process & Screening Clause
- The selection is based on eligibility screening and interview conducted by NHSRC.
- Fulfilling the eligibility criteria does not guarantee shortlisting for the interview.
- If a written test is included in the recruitment process, the minimum qualifying mark will be 70%. When two or more candidates qualify with the same marks, all of them will be considered.
- No specific interview or written test date has been announced; candidates will be notified through the official website.
- TA/DA is not payable to candidates for appearing in the selection process. On-duty travel TA/DA and per diem are available only after appointment.
Required Documents & Instructions for Candidates
- Original Matriculation (10th) Certificate / Birth Certificate as Proof of Date of Birth.
- Full-time B. Pharma Degree and Consolidated Mark Sheets from a Recognized Institute.
- Master's Degree (M.Pharm / Pharm D / MBA-Pharmaceutical Management / MPH) Certificate and Mark Sheets.
- Experience Certificates on Official Letterhead Confirming 2+ Years in Drug Procurement & Supply Chain Management.
- Valid Category / Caste Certificate in Central Government Prescribed Format (if applicable).
- Two recent passport-size photographs and Valid Photo ID Proof (Aadhaar / Voter ID / PAN).
Important: Applications in any format other than the prescribed online format will not be accepted. Candidates selected in this recruitment could be considered for other vacant positions at NHSRC requiring similar skill sets. For application-related issues, contact 011-26108983/84 (9:30 AM – 5:30 PM) or email the NHSRC helpdesk.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is the last date to apply for NHSRC Consultant (Drugs and Logistics) Recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit the online application for NHSRC Consultant (Drugs and Logistics) is 1 December 2026. Applications must be completed through the online form on nhsrcindia.org.
2. How can candidates apply for the NHSRC Consultant post?
Candidates must apply online only through the prescribed application form available on the NHSRC website at nhsrcindia.org. Applications in any format other than the prescribed online format are not accepted.
3. What is the application fee for NHSRC Recruitment 2026?
The official notification does not specify an application fee. Candidates should check the NHSRC Consultant (Drugs and Logistics) Official Notification PDF for any fee-related instructions.
4. Is the NHSRC Consultant (Drugs and Logistics) post a permanent government job?
No. This is a short-term contractual position with a tenure until 31 March 2028, extendable for further similar durations subject to satisfactory performance. It is not a permanent cadre post and does not carry regular government pension or lifetime job security.
5. What is the salary structure for the NHSRC Consultant post?
The monthly remuneration ranges from Rs. 60,000 to Rs. 1,20,000, commensurate with the candidate's qualification and experience. Additional benefits include free accidental insurance, subsidized medical insurance, mobile and laptop reimbursement, 30 days consolidated leave, paid maternity leave, performance-linked increments, and TA/DA for on-duty visits.
6. What is the qualification required for NHSRC Consultant (Drugs and Logistics)?
Candidates need a full-time B. Pharma with a Master's Degree in Pharmacy / Pharm D / MBA (Pharmaceutical Management, Supply Chain, Healthcare or Hospital Management) / MPH, plus at least 2 years of experience in drug procurement and supply chain management, inventory management, warehouse management, or field-level Free Drugs Service implementation.
7. Where is the job location for this NHSRC Consultant post?
The work location is New Delhi, with regular travel to states and districts involved in the Free Drugs Service Initiative implementation.