WBHRB Pharmacist Exam Date 2025: Check CBT Schedule & Exam Pattern

The West Bengal Health Recruitment Board (WBHRB) has issued a critical update on its official website, www.hrb.wb.gov.in, regarding the recruitment process. The board has transitioned to a mandatory Computer Based Test (CBT) for the 350 Pharmacist Grade-III vacancies, effectively ending the previous direct selection process. The exam is tentatively scheduled for December 2025 or January 2026. This article covers everything you need to know about the WBHRB Pharmacist 2025 exam, including eligibility criteria, seat distribution, and selection phases.

WBHRB Pharmacist Exam Date 2025

The WBHRB has officially released the tentative exam schedule for the newly implemented Computer Based Test (CBT). According to the latest notification, the WBHRB Pharmacist Exam 2025 will be held between December 2025 and January 2026. Candidates are encouraged to review the official exam date notice provided below to plan their study schedule accordingly.

WBHRB Pharmacist Exam 2025

Selection for the WBHRB Pharmacist Grade-III 2025 recruitment will now involve a Computer Based Test (CBT) followed by an interview. Selected candidates will be appointed in accordance with WBS (ROPA) Rules, 2019, at a Level 9 basic pay of ₹28,900/-. The online application window for this recruitment cycle concluded on September 3, 2025.

WBHRB Pharmacist Notification 2025 PDF

The WBHRB Pharmacist Notification 2025 (Advertisement No. R/Pharmacist Grade III/11/2025) outlines the process for filling 350 positions within the Health & Family Welfare Department of West Bengal. Finding official documents on the WBHRB portal can often be complex due to multiple updates; therefore, we have consolidated all essential information—including eligibility requirements, vacancy quotas, and pay scales—to provide a streamlined experience for all pharmacy aspirants.

Download Official WBHRB Pharmacist Notification 2025 PDF

West Bengal Pharmacist Vacancy 2025

The 350 available Pharmacist Grade-III vacancies are categorized across UR, SC, ST, OBC-A, OBC-B, EWS, and PWD quotas as mandated by the Government of West Bengal. Please note that the final seat count remains subject to change prior to the release of the final merit list, with any updates to be published officially by the board.

WBHRB Pharmacist Exam Pattern 2025

The WBHRB Pharmacist Exam Pattern 2025 is designed to rigorously assess professional subject knowledge via a preliminary screening test. As this objective-based exam is the primary tool for shortlisting, understanding the weightage and structure is crucial for candidates aiming to qualify and secure their position.

Refer below for the comprehensive exam pattern structure of the WBHRB Pharmacist Preliminary Screening Test 2025:

Success in the screening test requires both technical accuracy and time management. Mastery of the WBHRB Pharmacist exam pattern will allow you to prioritize high-yield topics and approach the test with confidence.