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Key Facts: ESIC Pharmacist Recruitment Exam Exam

100

Total Questions

ESIC

120 mins

Time Limit

ESIC

45% / 40%

Qualifying UR / OBC

ESIC

₹500 / ₹250

General / SC Fee

ESIC

1/4

Negative marking penalty

ESIC

The ESIC Pharmacist Recruitment Exam is a competitive Computer-Based Test (CBT) featuring 100 questions (50 technical pharmacy worth 100 marks, and 50 general aptitude worth 50 marks) for a total of 150 marks. Unreserved candidates must secure a minimum qualifying score of 45% in the technical section (45/100) and 45% in the general section (22.5/50) separately. Registered pharmacists with a D.Pharm or B.Pharm degree under 32 years of age are eligible. Application fee is ₹500 for General/OBC and ₹250 (refundable) for SC/ST/Female candidates.

Sample ESIC Pharmacist Recruitment Exam Practice Questions

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1Which part of a prescription contains the symbol 'Rx' which is an abbreviation for the Latin word 'recipe' meaning 'take thou'?
A.Inscription
B.Subscription
C.Signatura
D.Superscription
Explanation: The Superscription consists of the symbol 'Rx', which is an instruction to the pharmacist. It is derived from the Latin word 'recipe', which means 'take thou' or 'take'. The Inscription contains the names and quantities of prescribed ingredients, the Subscription contains directions to the pharmacist for preparing the dosage form, and the Signatura contains instructions for the patient.
2In the dye solubility test for emulsions, if a water-soluble dye like amaranth is added, what observation indicates that the emulsion is an oil-in-water (o/w) type?
A.The droplets become colored against a colorless background
B.No color change is observed in any phase
C.Both phases become equally colored
D.The continuous phase becomes colored
Explanation: In an oil-in-water (o/w) emulsion, water is the continuous phase. Therefore, when a water-soluble dye like amaranth is added, it dissolves in the continuous phase, coloring it. If it were a water-in-oil (w/o) emulsion, the water-soluble dye would be confined to the dispersed droplets, leaving the continuous phase colorless.
3Which of the following tablet manufacturing defects is defined as the partial or complete separation of the top or bottom crowns of a tablet from the main body?
A.Lamination
B.Picking
C.Mottling
D.Capping
Explanation: Capping is the partial or complete separation of the top or bottom crowns of a tablet from the main body. Lamination is the separation of a tablet into two or more distinct layers. Picking refers to the removal of material from the tablet surface by the punch, and mottling is the unequal distribution of color on the tablet.
4Which of the following hard gelatin capsule sizes has the largest capacity?
A.Size 0
B.Size 1
C.Size 5
D.Size 000
Explanation: In hard gelatin capsule manufacturing, capsule sizes are designated by numerical values from 000 to 5. Size 000 is the largest capsule size for human use (holding approximately 1.36 mL), while Size 5 is the smallest (holding approximately 0.13 mL).
5What are the standard operating conditions (temperature, pressure, and duration) for sterilizing official injections or media in an autoclave using moist heat sterilization?
A.115°C at 10 psi for 45 minutes
B.134°C at 30 psi for 3 minutes
C.160°C at 0 psi for 2 hours
D.121°C at 15 psi for 15 minutes
Explanation: The standard autoclaving conditions for sterilizing aqueous preparations and surgical dressings are 121°C (250°F) at a pressure of 15 pounds per square inch (psi) of pure saturated steam for 15 minutes. This is sufficient to kill all vegetative microorganisms and highly resistant bacterial spores.
6Ophthalmic solutions must be adjusted to be isotonic with lacrimal fluid. Which of the following sodium chloride equivalent (E-value) calculations represents the amount of NaCl represented by 1 gram of a drug with a molecular weight of 300 and a dissociation factor (Liso) of 3.4?
A.0.11 g
B.0.34 g
C.0.45 g
D.0.20 g
Explanation: The sodium chloride equivalent (E-value) of a drug is calculated using the formula: E = 17 * (Liso / MW). Substituting the given values: E = 17 * (3.4 / 300) = 57.8 / 300 = 0.193 g, which rounds to approximately 0.20 g. This means 1 gram of the drug exerts an osmotic pressure equivalent to 0.20 grams of sodium chloride.
7Which mechanism of size reduction is primarily utilized in a fluid energy mill?
A.Cutting and shearing
B.Compression and friction
C.Impact and attrition
D.Crushing and bruising
Explanation: A fluid energy mill (also known as a micronizer) reduces particle size through impact and attrition. High-velocity air or steam is introduced into a grinding chamber, causing the particles to collide with one another (impact) and rub against each other and the chamber walls (attrition), leading to ultra-fine grinding.
8Which test is based on the gelation of a lysate from amoebocytes of the horseshoe crab (Limulus polyphemus) in the presence of bacterial endotoxins?
A.Sham Test
B.Rabbit Pyrogen Test
C.Clarity Test
D.LAL Test
Explanation: The Limulus Amebocyte Lysate (LAL) test is an in vitro method used to detect or quantify bacterial endotoxins (pyrogens) from Gram-negative bacteria. It is based on the clotting or gelation reaction of the amebocyte lysate from the blood of the horseshoe crab (Limulus polyphemus) when exposed to endotoxins.
9According to Young's Rule, what is the formula used to calculate the pediatric dose of a drug for a child aged 6 years if the adult dose is known?
A.(Age in years / 150) x Adult Dose
B.(Weight in lbs / 150) x Adult Dose
C.(Age in months / 150) x Adult Dose
D.(Age in years / (Age + 12)) x Adult Dose
Explanation: Young's Rule calculates the pediatric dose based on age in years: Child Dose = [Age / (Age + 12)] * Adult Dose. For a 6-year-old child: [6 / (6 + 12)] * Adult Dose = (6/18) * Adult Dose = 1/3 of the adult dose.
10Which of the following is a characteristic of a flocculated suspension?
A.The sediment is formed slowly and is difficult to disperse
B.Particles exist as separate entities and sediment slowly
C.The rate of sedimentation is rapid, and the sediment is loose and easily redispersed
D.The supernatant liquid remains cloudy or turbid for a long time
Explanation: In a flocculated suspension, particles form light, fluffy conglomerates (flocs) held together by weak van der Waals forces. As a result, the rate of sedimentation is rapid, but the sediment formed is loose, highly porous (flocculated structure), and easily redispersed by gentle shaking. In deflocculated suspensions, particles settle slowly but form a hard, compacted cake that is difficult to redisperse.

About the ESIC Pharmacist Recruitment Exam Exam

Practice questions for the ESIC Pharmacist Recruitment Exam. Covers core Pharmacy subjects (Pharmaceutics, Pharmacology, Jurisprudence, etc.) and General Aptitude sections.

Questions

100 scored questions

Time Limit

2 hours (120 minutes)

Passing Score

45% for UR, 40% for OBC/EWS, 35% for SC/ST, 30% for PwBD

Exam Fee

₹500 (Employees' State Insurance Corporation (ESIC))

ESIC Pharmacist Recruitment Exam Exam Content Outline

50%

Technical/Professional Knowledge (Pharmacy)

Pharmaceutics, Pharmacology, Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Pharmacognosy, Jurisprudence, Biochemistry, Hospital & Clinical Pharmacy

20%

General Intelligence

Analytical reasoning, logical reasoning, series, analogies, blood relations, and coding-decoding

20%

Arithmetic Ability

Quantitative aptitude including percentage, ratio, time & work, distance, simple & compound interest, profit & loss

10%

General Awareness

Current affairs, Indian history, geography, constitution, economics, and basic sciences

How to Pass the ESIC Pharmacist Recruitment Exam Exam

What You Need to Know

  • Passing score: 45% for UR, 40% for OBC/EWS, 35% for SC/ST, 30% for PwBD
  • Exam length: 100 questions
  • Time limit: 2 hours (120 minutes)
  • Exam fee: ₹500

Keys to Passing

  • Complete 500+ practice questions
  • Score 80%+ consistently before scheduling
  • Focus on highest-weighted sections
  • Use our AI tutor for tough concepts

ESIC Pharmacist Recruitment Exam Study Tips from Top Performers

1Focus heavily on the Technical Pharmacy section since it carries 2/3 of the total marks (100 out of 150).
2Master core pharmacy subjects, especially Pharmacology, Pharmaceutics, and Pharmaceutical Jurisprudence (including Schedule H, G, X, M).
3Allocate dedicated time to practice Arithmetic and Reasoning, as you must clear the sectional cut-off (45% for UR) in the General section.
4Solve previous years' question papers and mock tests under strict timing constraints.
5Keep up with current affairs and basic general knowledge for the General Awareness section.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the exam pattern for the ESIC Pharmacist Exam?

The ESIC Pharmacist Recruitment Exam consists of 100 multiple-choice questions with a total duration of 2 hours. The paper is split into two sections: 50 Technical Pharmacy questions (worth 100 marks, i.e., 2 marks each) and 50 General Aptitude questions (worth 50 marks, i.e., 1 mark each: 10 General Awareness, 20 General Intelligence, and 20 Arithmetic Ability).

What is the passing score for the ESIC Pharmacist Exam?

The minimum qualifying marks in the online examination are category-specific: UR (Unreserved) candidates must score 45% in each section separately (45/100 in Technical, 22.5/50 in General); OBC/EWS must score 40% (40/100 and 20/50); SC/ST/Ex-Servicemen must score 35% (35/100 and 17.5/50); and PwBD candidates must score 30% (30/100 and 15/50).

What is the fee for the ESIC Pharmacist Exam?

The application fee is ₹500 for General, OBC, and EWS candidates. For SC, ST, PwBD, Female, Departmental, and Ex-Servicemen candidates, the fee is ₹250, which is fully refundable after they appear for the written exam.

Who is eligible for the ESIC Pharmacist Exam?

Candidates must possess a Diploma in Pharmacy (D.Pharm) or Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm) from a recognized university, and be registered as a pharmacist under the Pharmacy Act, 1948. The age limit is typically up to 32 years, with government relaxations applicable for reserved categories.

Is there negative marking in the ESIC Pharmacist Exam?

Yes, there is negative marking. For every incorrect answer, 1/4th of the marks assigned to that question will be deducted. This means a penalty of 0.50 marks for each incorrect Technical Pharmacy question, and 0.25 marks for each incorrect General Aptitude question.