HLL Lifecare Assistant Pharmacist & Pharmacist Recruitment 2026 — Walk-in, West Bengal
If you have a D.Pharm or B.Pharm and can travel within West Bengal, HLL Lifecare Limited has a walk-in you should know about. It is filling Assistant Pharmacist and Pharmacist Grade IV, III, II and I roles at its AMRIT Pharmacies, which run inside government district hospitals and medical colleges in the state. Freshers are welcome for the Assistant Pharmacist post, while the four Pharmacist grades depend on your years in retail pharmacy. Walk-ins are on 28, 29 and 30 October 2026 at three different venues, with registration open only from 10:00 AM to 12:00 noon. There is no online form, so you just need the right papers and an early start.
About HLL Lifecare Limited (HLL)
HLL Lifecare Limited is a Mini Ratna Central Public Sector Enterprise under the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare. These posts are for its AMRIT Pharmacies located in government district hospitals and medical colleges across West Bengal. All roles are on a Fixed Term Contract. The management decides the final place of posting, and locations can change according to business needs.
Vacancy Details
| Post | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Assistant Pharmacist | Not stated |
| Pharmacist Grade IV | Not stated |
| Pharmacist Grade III | Not stated |
| Pharmacist Grade II | Not stated |
| Pharmacist Grade I | Not stated |
Eligibility
Every post needs a D.Pharm or B.Pharm. Assistant Pharmacist is open to freshers. For the Pharmacist grades you need post-qualification retail pharmacy experience: at least 2 years for Grade IV, 4 for Grade III, 6 for Grade II and 8 for Grade I. Count only retail pharmacy time after your diploma or degree, and pick the grade your years actually meet. You must be an Indian national and submit your West Bengal State Pharmacy Council Registration Certificate, which HLL needs for the outlet licence.
The maximum age for all posts is 37 years as on 01 October 2026, which is also the cut-off for counting qualification and experience. SC, ST, OBC and PwD candidates get relaxation under Government of India directives, but the number of years is not stated, so confirm it from the notification.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Walk-in — Kalyani, Nadia | 28 October 2026 |
| Walk-in — Bardhaman | 29 October 2026 |
| Walk-in — Baguiati, Kolkata | 30 October 2026 |
| Registration Time (each day) | 10:00 AM to 12:00 noon |
| Age Cut-off Date | 01 October 2026 |
Application Fee
| All Candidates | Not mentioned in the notification |
Salary / Stipend
The notification does not state any salary or pay scale. Since it is a Fixed Term Contract, ask about pay at the venue rather than trusting rumours. Do carry your latest salary certificate with break-up if you are working.
Selection Process
Selection has two stages. First comes a 30-minute written test of multiple-choice questions for 50 marks, with no negative marking and a qualifying score of 25% of the total. Only candidates who clear the qualification and experience check sit this test. Those who qualify move to an interview. HLL can modify or cancel the process, and canvassing leads to disqualification. Brush up on drug names, dosage forms, storage and dispensing.
How to Apply
Choose one venue. On 28 October it is The Dolphin Palace Hotel, Balindi, Haringhata, near Kalyani More, Nadia – 741246. On 29 October it is Subhangan Banquet Hall, Goda Rd, Bardhaman – 713104. On 30 October it is National English School, V.I.P. Road, Baguiati, Kolkata – 700059. Arrive between 10:00 AM and 12:00 noon with originals and self-attested copies of age proof, certificates, mark sheets, experience letters, latest salary certificate, Aadhaar, PAN, passport-size photos and your Pharmacy Council registration. SC/ST/OBC (NCL) candidates need the original community certificate from the Revenue Authorities. Missing originals mean you cannot take the test.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many vacancies are there?
The notification does not give a count for any post, and HLL may change numbers as needed.
Can a fresher D.Pharm holder attend?
Yes. Freshers can walk in for the Assistant Pharmacist post.
What are the walk-in dates?
28 October 2026 at Kalyani, 29 October at Bardhaman and 30 October at Baguiati, Kolkata. Registration runs from 10:00 AM to 12:00 noon.
What is the written test like?
It is a 30-minute MCQ paper for 50 marks, with no negative marking and 25% needed to qualify.
Is any fee charged?
The notification does not mention any application fee.