Deputy Drug Controller, Assistant Drug Controller and Drug Inspector Recruitment Rules, 2020
MINISTRY OF AYURVEDA, YOGA AND NATUROPATHY, UNANI, SIDDHA AND HOMOEOPATHY
New Delhi, the 18th February, 2021
G.S.R. 19.—In exercise of the powers conferred by the proviso to article 309 of the Constitution, the President hereby makes the following rules regulating the method of recruitment to the posts of Deputy Drug Controller (Ayurveda, Siddha, Unani and Homoeopathy), Assistant Drug Controller (Ayurveda, Homoeopathy, Unani, Siddha)Group ‘A’ posts and Drug Inspector (Ayurveda, Homoeopathy, Unani, Siddha) Group ‘B’ posts in the Ministry of Ayurveda, Yoga and Naturopathy, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy, namely:
1. Short title and commencement.— (1) These rules may be called the Ministry of Ayurveda, Yoga and Naturopathy, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy [Deputy Drug Controller (Ayurveda, Siddha, Unani and Homoeopathy), Assistant Drug Controller (Ayurveda, Homoeopathy, Unani, Siddha) Group ‘A’ posts and Drug Inspector (Ayurveda, Homoeopathy, Unani, Siddha) Group ‘B’ posts], Recruitment Rules, 2020.
(2) They shall come into force on the date of their publication in the Official Gazette.
2. Number of posts, classification, level in the pay matrix.—The number of the said posts, their classification and level in the pay matrix attached thereto shall be as specified in columns (2) to (4) of the Scheduled annexed to these rules.
3. Method of recruitment, age-limit, qualifications, etc.—The method of recruitment, age-limit, qualifications and other matters relating thereto shall be as specified in columns (5) to (13) of the said Schedule.
4. Disqualification.—No person,-
(a) who has entered into or contracted a marriage with a person having a spouse living; or
(b) who, having a spouse living, has entered into or contracted a marriage with any person, shall be eligible for appointment to any of the said posts:
Provided that the Central Government may, if satisfied that such marriage is permissible under the personal law applicable to such person and the other party to the marriage and that there are other grounds for so doing, exempt any person from the operation of this rule.
5. Power to relax.—Where the Central Government is of the opinion that it is necessary or expedient so to do, it may, by order, for reasons to be recorded in writing and in consultation with the Union Public Service Commission, relax any of the provisions of these rules with respect to any class or category of persons.
6. Saving.—Nothing in these rules shall affect reservation, relaxation of age-limit and other concessions required to be provided for the Scheduled Castes, the Scheduled Tribes, Other Backward Classes, ex-Servicemen and other special categories of persons in accordance with the orders issued by the Central Government from time to time in this regard.
SCHEDULE
| Name of post | Number of post | Classification | Level in the pay matrix | Whether selection post or non- selection post | Age- limit for direct recruits |
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 |
1. Deputy Drug Controller (Ayurveda, Siddha, Unani and Homoeopathy) |
1 (2020)*
subject to variation dependent on workload. |
General Central Service Non- Ministerial Gazetted Group ‘A’ | Level-12 in the Pay Matrix (Rs 78, 800 –
Rs 2,09, 200) plus NPA for BAMS/BSMS/ BUMS/BHMS qualification holders. |
Selection Post | Not applicable. |
| Educational and other qualification required for direct recruits | Whether age and educational qualifications prescribed for direct recruits will apply in the case of promotees | Period of probation, if any | Method of recruitment, whether by direct recruitment or by promotion or by deputation or absorption and percentage of the vacancies to be filled by various methods |
| 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 |
| Not applicable | Not applicable | Not applicable | Composite Method (Deputation (ISTC)/ Promotion). |
| In case of recruitment by promotion or deputation or absorption, grades from which promotion or deputation or absorption to be made | If a Departmental Promotion Committee exists, what is its composition | Circumstances in which Union Public Service Commission is to be consulted in making recruitment |
| 11 | 12 | 13 |
| Composite Method (Deputation(ISTC)/ Promotion)
Officers under the Central Government/ State Government/ Union Territories/ Recognized Research Institutions/Public Sector Undertakings/Autonomous or Statutory Organizations. (a) (i) holding analogous posts on regular basis in the parent cadre/department or (ii) with five years service in the grade rendered after appointment thereto on a regular basis in Level-11 (Rs. 67, 700 – Rs. 2,08,700) of Pay Matrix or equivalent in the parent cadre/department. AND (b) Possessing a degree in Ayurveda/Siddha/Unani/ Homoeopathy or degree in Pharmacy of (Ayurveda/Siddha/ Unani/Homoeopathy) conferred by a University recognized by the Central or State Government for this purpose. (c) Ten year professional experience in manufacturing/ testing/regulation of Ayurveda/Siddha/Unani/ Homoeopathy drugs. Note-1: The departmental Assistant Drug Controller of Ayurveda/Siddha/Unani/Homoeopathy in Level- 11 of Pay Matrix (Rs. 67,700- Rs. 2,08, 700) with five years of regular service in the grade having the educational qualifications and experience prescribed for deputationists shall also be considered along with outsiders and in case he/she is selected for appointment to the post, the same shall be deemed to have been filled by promotion. Note-2: Period of deputation (including short term contract) including period of deputation (ISTC) in another ex-cadre post held immediately preceding this appointment in the same or some other organization/department of the Central Government shall ordinarily not to exceed four years. The maximum age limit for appointment by transfer on deputation (ISTC) shall be not exceeding 56 years as on the closing date of the receipt of applications. |
Not applicable. | Consultation with
U.P.S.C. is necessary for filling up the post. |
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 |
2. Assistant Drug Controller (Ayurveda) |
01(2020)*
subject to variation dependent on workload |
General Central Service Non- Ministerial Gazetted Group ‘A’ | Level-11
(Rs. 67,700 –Rs. 2,08, 700) in the Pay Matrix Remark: plus NPA for BAMS qualification holders. |
Not applicable | Not applicable |
| 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 |
| Not applicable | Not applicable | Two years.
Remarks:- For promotees. |
Deputation including Short Term Contact/Promotion |
| 11 | 12 | 13 |
| Composite method: –
Deputation (including Short Term Contract) / Promotion: Officers under the Central/ State Governments/Union Territories/Recognized Research Institutions/Public Sector Undertakings/Autonomous or Statutory Organization: (a) (i) Holding analogous posts on regular basis in the parent cadre /department; or (ii) with five years service in the grade rendered after appointment thereto on a regular basis in Level-10 (Rs. 56,100- Rs. 1,77,500) in the Pay Matrix or equivalent in the parent cadre/department; or (iii) with seven years service in the grade rendered after appointment thereto on a regular basis in Level-8 (Rs. 47,600- Rs. 1,51,100) in the Pay Matrix or equivalent in the parent cadre/department; and (b)Possessing Bachelors Degree in Ayurveda from a recognized University or Institute and recognized under the Indian Medicine Central Council Act, 1970 (48 of 1970) and having five years experience in the field of manufacturing/testing/regulation of Ayurvedic drugs. Note 1 : The departmental Drug Inspector (Ayurveda) in Level-8 of the Pay Matrix (Rs. 47,600- Rs. 1,51,100) with seven years of regular service in the grade having the educational qualifications and experience prescribed for deputationists shall also be considered along with outsiders and in case he/she is selected for appointment to the post, the same shall be deemed to have been filled by promotion. Note 2: Period of deputation (including short term contract) including period of deputation in another ex-cadre post held immediately preceding this appointment in the same or other organization/department of Central Government shall ordinarily not to exceed four years. Maximum age limit for appointment by transfer on deputation (ISTC) shall be not exceeding 56 years as on the closing date of the receipt of applications. |
Confirmation of DR Departmental Confirmation Committee (DCC) for considering confirmation :-
(i) Secretary (Ministry of Ayurveda, Yoga and Naturopathy, Unani, Siddha and Homoeopathy) – Chairman (ii) Joint Secretary (Establishment) (Ministry of Ayurveda, Yoga and Naturopathy, Unani, Siddha and Homoeopathy) – Member (iii) Adviser or Joint Adviser (concerned stream), (Ministry of Ayurveda, Yoga and Naturopathy, Unani, Siddha and Homoeopathy) – Member |
Consultation with
U.P.S.C. is necessary. |
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 |
3. Assistant Drug Controller (Homoeopathy) |
01(2020)*
subject to variation dependent on workload. |
General Central Service Non- Ministerial Gazetted
Group ‘A’ |
Level-11 (Rs 67,700
-Rs 2,08, 700) in the Pay Matrix. qualification holders |
Not applicable | Not applicable |
| 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 |
| Not applicable. | Not applicable. | Two years.
Remarks: for promotees. |
Deputation including Short Term Contact/Promotion. |
| 11 | 12 | 13 |
| Composite method: –
Deputation (including Short Term Contract) / Promotion: Officers under the Central/ State Governments/Union Territories/Recognized Research Institutions/Public Sector Undertakings/Autonomous or Statutory Organization: (a) (i) Holding analogous posts on regular basis in the parent cadre / department; or (ii) with five years service in the grade rendered after appointment thereto on a regular basis in Level-10 (Rs. 56,100- Rs. 1,77,500) in the Pay Matrix or equivalent in the parent cadre / department; or (iii) with seven years service in the grade rendered after appointment thereto on a regular basis in Level-8 (Rs. 47,600- Rs. 1,51,100) in the Pay Matrix or equivalent in the parent cadre / department; and (b)Possessing Bachelors Degree in Homoeopathy from a recognized University or Institute and recognized under the Homoeopathy Central Council Act, 1973 (59 of 1973) and having five years experience in the field of manufacturing/testing/regulation of Homoeopathic drugs. Note 1 :The departmental Drug Inspector (Homoeopathy) in Level-8 of the Pay Matrix (Rs. 47,600- Rs. 1,51,100) with seven years of regular service in the grade having the educational qualifications and experience prescribed for deputationists shall also be considered along with outsiders and in case he/she is selected for appointment to the post, the same shall be deemed to have been filled by promotion. Note 2: Period of deputation (including short term contract) including period of deputation in another ex-cadre post held immediately preceding this appointment in the same or other organization/department of Central Government shall ordinarily not to exceed four years. Maximum age limit for appointment by transfer on deputation (ISTC) shall be not exceeding 56 years as on the closing date of the receipt of applications. |
Confirmation of DR Departmental Confirmation Committee (DCC) for considering confirmation :-
(i) Secretary (Ministry of Ayurveda, Yoga and Naturopathy, Unani, Siddha and Homoeopathy) – Chairman (ii) Joint Secretary (Establishment) (Ministry of Ayurveda, Yoga and Naturopathy, Unani, Siddha and Homoeopathy) – Member (iii) Adviser or Joint Adviser (concerned stream), (Ministry of Ayurveda, Yoga and Naturopathy, Unani, Siddha and Homoeopathy) – Member |
Consultation with
U.P.S.C. is necessary. |
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 |
4. Assistant Drug Controller (Unani) |
01(2020)*
subject to variation dependent on workload. |
General Central Service Non- Ministerial Gazetted Group ‘A’ | Level-11 (Rs 67,700 -Rs 2,08,
700) in the Pay Matrix.
Remark: plus NPA for BUMS qualification holders. |
Not applicable | Not applicable |
| 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 |
| Not applicable | Not applicable | Two years.
Remarks: for promotees. |
Deputation including Short Term Contact/Promotion. |
| 11 | 12 | 13 |
| Composite method : –
Deputation (including Short Term Contract )/ Promotion: Officers under the Central/ State Governments/Union Territories/Recognized Research Institutions/Public Sector Undertakings/ Autonomous or Statutory Organization: (a) (i) Holding analogous posts on regular basis in the parent cadre / department; or (ii) with five years service in the grade rendered after appointment thereto on a regular basis in Level-10 (Rs. 56,100- Rs. 1,77,500) in the Pay Matrix or equivalent in the parent cadre / department; or (iii) with seven years service in the grade rendered after appointment thereto on a regular basis in Level-8 (Rs. 47,600- Rs. 1,51,100) in the Pay Matrix or equivalent in the parent cadre / department; and (b)Possessing Bachelors Degree in Unani from a recognized University or Institute and recognized under the Indian Medicine Central Council Act, 1970 (48 of 1970) and having five years experience in the field of manufacturing/testing/regulation of Unani drugs. Note 1 :The departmental Drug Inspector (Unani) in Level-8 of the Pay Matrix (Rs. 47,600- Rs. 1,51,100) with seven years of regular service in the grade having the educational qualifications and experience prescribed for deputationists shall also be considered along with outsiders and in case he/she is selected for appointment to the post, the same shall be deemed to have been filled by promotion. Note 2: Period of deputation (including short term contract) including period of deputation in another ex-cadre post held immediately preceding this appointment in the same or other organization/department of Central Government shall ordinarily not to exceed four years. Maximum age limit for appointment by transfer on deputation (ISTC) shall be not exceeding 56 years as on the closing date of the receipt of applications. |
Confirmation of DR Departmental Confirmation Committee (DCC) for considering confirmation :-
(i) Secretary (Ministry of Ayurveda, Yoga and Naturopathy, Unani, Siddha and Homoeopathy) – Chairman (ii) Joint Secretary (Establishment) (Ministry of Ayurveda, Yoga and Naturopathy, Unani, Siddha and Homoeopathy) – Member (iii) Adviser or Joint Adviser (concerned stream), (Ministry of Ayurveda, Yoga and Naturopathy, Unani, Siddha and Homoeopathy) – Member |
Consultation with
U.P.S.C. is necessary. |
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 |
5. Assistant Drug Controller (Siddha) |
01(2020)*
subject to variation dependent on workload. |
General Central Service Non- Ministerial Gazetted Group ‘A’ | Level-11 (Rs 67,700
-Rs 2,08, 700) in the Pay Matrix. Remark: plus NPA for BSMS qualification holders. |
Not applicable | Not applicable |
| 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 |
| Not applicable. | Not applicable. | Two years.
Remarks: for promotees. |
Deputation including Short Term Contact/Promotion. |
| 11 | 12 | 13 |
| Composite method :-
Deputation (including Short Term Contract) / Promotion: Officers under the Central/ State Governments/Union Territories/Recognized Research Institutions/Public Sector Undertakings/Autonomous or Statutory Organization: (a) (i) Holding analogous posts on regular basis in the parent cadre / department; or (ii) with five years service in the grade rendered after appointment thereto on a regular basis in Level-10 (Rs. 56,100- Rs. 1,77,500) in the Pay Matrix or equivalent in the parent cadre / department; or (iii) with seven years regular service in the grade rendered after appointment thereto on a regular basis in Level-8 (Rs. 47,600- Rs. 1,51,100) in the Pay Matrix or equivalent in the parent cadre / department; and (b)Possessing Bachelors Degree in Siddha from a recognized University or Institute and recognized under the Indian Medicine Central Council Act, 1970 (48 of 1970) and having five years experience in the field of manufacturing/testing/regulation of Siddha drugs. Note 1 :The departmental Drug Inspector (Siddha) in Level-8 of the Pay Matrix (Rs. 47,600- Rs. 1,51,100) with seven years of regular service in the grade having the educational qualifications and experience prescribed for deputationists shall also be considered along with outsiders and in case he/she is selected for appointment to the post, the same shall be deemed to have been filled by promotion. Note 2: Period of deputation (including short term contract) including period of deputation in another ex-cadre post held immediately preceding this appointment in the same or other organization/department of Central Government shall ordinarily not to exceed four years. Maximum age limit for appointment by transfer on deputation (ISTC) shall be not exceeding 56 years as on the closing date of the receipt of applications. |
Confirmation of DR Departmental Confirmation Committee (DCC) for considering confirmation :-
(i) Secretary (Ministry of Ayurveda, Yoga and Naturopathy, Unani, Siddha and Homoeopathy) – Chairman (ii) Joint Secretary (Establishment) (Ministry of Ayurveda, Yoga and Naturopathy, Unani, Siddha and Homoeopathy) – Member (iii) Adviser or Joint Adviser (concerned stream), (Ministry of Ayurveda, Yoga and Naturopathy, Unani, Siddha and Homoeopathy) – Member |
Consultation with
U.P.S.C. is necessary. |
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 |
6. Drug Inspector (Ayurveda). |
01 (2020)*
subject to variation depended on workload. |
General
Central Service Non- Ministerial Gazetted Group ‘B’. |
Level-8 of
Pay Matrix (Rs 47,600- Rs 1,51,100). Remark: plus NPA for BAMS qualification holders. |
Not
applicable. |
Not exceeding 30 years.
Relaxable for Government Servants upto five years in accordance with the instructions or orders issued by the Central Government. 6(a) Crucial description: The crucial date for determining the age limit shall be as advertised by the UPSC. |
| 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 |
| Essential: Bachelors Degree in Ayurveda from a recognized University or Institute and recognized under the Indian Medicine Central Council Act, 1970(48 of 1970);
Desirable: Postgraduate qualification in Pharmacy of Ayurveda. |
Not applicable | Two years | Direct recruitment.
Note: Vacancy caused by the incumbent being away on transfer on deputation or long illness or study leave or under any other circumstances for a duration of one year or more may be filled up by the appointing authority on transfer on deputation (ISTC) basis from officers under the Central/State Governments/Recognized Research Institutions/Public Sector Undertakings/Autonomous or Statutory Organizations. (a) (i) holding analogous posts on regular basis in the parent cadre/department; OR (ii) With two years service and in the grade rendered after appointment thereto on a regular basis in Level-7 of Pay Matrix (Rs. 44900-142400/-) or equivalent in the parent cadre/department; and (b) Possessing the educational qualifications prescribed for direct recruitment under column 7. (The maximum age limit for appointment by deputation shall be not exceeding 56 years as on the closing date of receipt of applications.) |
| 11 | 12 | 13 |
| Not applicable | Group B Departmental Confirmation Committee (DCC) for considering confirmation :-
(i) Joint Secretary (AYUSH) – Chairman (ii) Joint Adviser/Deputy Adviser, Ministry of AYUSH – Member (iii) Deputy Drug Controller General (I) – Member |
Consultation with UPSC is necessary for filling up of the post. |
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 |
7. Drug Inspector (Homoeopathy) |
01 (2020)*
subject to variation dependent on workload |
General Central Service Non- Ministerial Gazetted Group ‘B’ | Level-8 of Pay Matrix (Rs 47,600-Rs1,51,100)
Remark: plus NPA for BHMS qualification holders |
Not applicable | Not exceeding 30 years.
Relaxable for Government Servants upto five years in accordance with the instructions or orders issued by the Central Government. 6(a) Crucial description: The crucial date for determining the age limit shall be as advertised by the UPSC. |
| 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 |
| Essential: Bachelors Degree in Homoeopathy recognized under the Homoeopathy Central Council Act, 1973 (59 of 1973).
Desirable: Postgraduate qualification in Pharmacy of Homoeopathy. |
Not applicable. | Two years. | Direct recruitment.
Note: Vacancy caused by the incumbent being away on transfer on deputation or long illness or study leave or under any other circumstances for a duration of one year or more may be filled up by the appointing authority on transfer on deputation (ISTC) basis from officers under the Central/State Governments/Recognized Research Institutions/Public Sector Undertakings/Autonomous or Statutory Organizations. (a) (i) holding analogous posts on regular basis in the parent cadre/department; OR (ii) With two years service and in the grade rendered after appointment thereto on a regular basis in Level-7 of Pay Matrix (Rs. 44900-142400/-) or equivalent in the parent cadre/department; and (b) Possessing the educational qualifications prescribed for direct recruitment under column 7. (The maximum age limit for appointment by deputation shall be not exceeding 56 years as on the closing date of receipt of applications.) |
| 11 | 12 | 13 |
| Not applicable | Group ‘B’ Departmental Confirmation Committee (DCC) for considering confirmation :-
(i) Joint Secretary (AYUSH) – Chairman (ii) Joint Adviser/Deputy Adviser, Ministry of AYUSH – Member (iii) Deputy Drug Controller General (I) – Member |
Consultation with UPSC is necessary for filling up of the post. |
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 |
8. Drug Inspector (Unani). |
01 (2020)* subject to variation dependent on workload. | General Central Service Non- Ministerial Gazetted Group ‘B’. | Level-8 of Pay Matrix (Rs 47,600-Rs 1,51,100) Remark: plus NPA
for BUMS qualification holders. |
Not applicable. | Not exceeding 30 years.
Relaxable for Government Servants upto five years in accordance with the instructions or orders issued by the Central Government. 6(a) Crucial description: The crucial date for determining the age limit shall be as advertised by the UPSC. |
| 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 |
| Essential: Bachelors Degree in Unani from a recognized University or Institute and recognized under the Indian Medicine Central Council Act, 1970 (48 of 1970);
Desirable: Postgraduate qualification in Pharmacy of Unani. |
Not applicable | Two years | Direct recruitment.
Note: Vacancy caused by the incumbent being away on transfer on deputation or long illness or study leave or under any other circumstances for a duration of one year or more may be filled up by the appointing authority on transfer on deputation (ISTC) basis from officers under the Central/State Governments/ Recognized Research Institutions/ Public Sector Undertakings/ Autonomous or Statutory Organizations. (b) (i) holding analogous posts on regular basis in the parent cadre/ department; OR (ii) With two years service and in the grade rendered after appointment thereto on a regular basis in Level-7 of Pay Matrix (Rs. 44900-142400/-) or equivalent in the parent cadre/department; and (b) Possessing the educational qualifications prescribed for direct recruitment under column 7. (The maximum age limit for appointment by deputation shall be not exceeding 56 years as on the closing date of receipt of applications.) |
| 11 | 12 | 13 |
| Not applicable | Group ‘B’ Departmental Confirmation Committee (DCC) for
considering confirmation :- (i) Joint Secretary (AYUSH) – Chairman (ii) Joint Adviser/Deputy Adviser, Ministry of AYUSH- Member (iii) Deputy Drug Controller General (I) – Member |
Consultation with UPSC is necessary for filling up of the post. |
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 |
9. Drug Inspector (Siddha). |
01 (2020)*
subject to variation dependent on workload. |
General Central Service Non- Ministerial Gazetted Group ‘B’ | Level-8 of Pay Matrix (Rs 47,600-
Rs 1,51,100) Remark: plus NPA for BSMS qualification holders |
Not applicable | Not exceeding 30 years.
Relaxable for Government Servants upto five years in accordance with the instructions or orders issued by the Central Government. 6(a) Crucial description: The crucial date for determining the age limit shall be as advertised by the UPSC. |
| 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 |
| Essential: Bachelors Degree in Siddha from a recognized University or Institute and recognized under the Indian Medicine Central Council Act, 1970 (48 of 1970);
Desirable: Postgraduate qualification in Pharmacy of Siddha. |
Not applicable | Two years | Direct recruitment.
Note: Vacancy caused by the incumbent being away on transfer on deputation or long illness or study leave or under any other circumstances for a duration of one year or more may be filled up by the appointing authority on transfer on deputation (ISTC) basis from officers under the Central/State Governments/Recognized Research Institutions/Public Sector Undertakings/Autonomous or Statutory Organizations. (a) (i) holding analogous posts on regular basis in the parent cadre/department; OR (ii) With two years service and in the grade rendered after appointment thereto on a regular basis in Level-7 of Pay Matrix (Rs. 44900-142400/-) or equivalent in the parent cadre/department; and (b) Possessing the educational qualifications prescribed for direct recruitment under column 7. (The maximum age limit for appointment by deputation shall be not exceeding 56 years as on the closing date of receipt of applications.) |
| 11 | 12 | 13 |
| Not applicable | Group ‘B’ Departmental Confirmation Committee (DCC) for considering confirmation :-
(i) Joint Secretary (AYUSH)- Chairman (ii) Joint Adviser/Deputy Adviser, Ministry of AYUSH- Member (iii) Deputy Drug Controller General (I)- Member |
Consultation with UPSC is necessary for filling up of the post. |
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PRADEEP KUMAR SHARMA, Under Secy.
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