- HPPSC has announced 3 vacancies for the post of Scientific Officer under Advt. No. 65/10-2026.
- The position is contractual with a monthly salary of Rs. 28,000/-.
- Open to candidates with M.Sc. in Forensic Science, Chemistry, Bio-Chemistry, Pharmacy, M.S.(Pharm.), or M. Pharm. with 3 years of post-qualification experience in research, training, or analytical work.
- Desirable: Ph.D. in a relevant subject and knowledge of Himachal Pradesh’s customs, dialects, and conditions.
- Reservations apply only to bonafide residents of Himachal Pradesh.
- Recruitment governed by Department of Personnel notification dated 19th July 2025.
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🎓 M.Sc.
🎓 MS
HPPSC Scientific Officer Recruitment 2026
Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission (HPPSC)
Total Vacancies
3
Job Location
Himachal Pradesh
Apply Deadline
03 Nov 2026
📋 Recruitment Overview
| Organization | Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission (HPPSC) (HPPSC) |
| Job Category | State PSC |
| Eligibility Qualification | M.Sc. (msc-forensic-science), MS (ms-pharm) |
| Number of Vacancies | 3 Posts |
| Salary / Pay Scale | Rs. 28,000 per month (contractual engagement) |
| Age Limits | 18 to 45 Years |
| Gender Eligibility | both |
| Experience Required | Minimum 3 years of post-qualification experience in research, training, or analytical work within the specified subjects. |
| Application Fee | All candidates: Rs. 600.00 |
📄 Details & Description
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
- Qualification: At least a 2nd class M.Sc. in Forensic Science (with specialization/dissertation in Chemical Sciences) OR a 2nd class M.Sc./M.S.(Pharm.)/M. Pharm. in Chemistry, Bio-Chemistry, or Pharmacy from a recognized university.
- Experience: Minimum 3 years of post-qualification experience in research, training, or analytical work within the specified subjects.
- Age Limit: 18 to 45 years as of 1 January 2026.
- Age Relaxation: SC/ST/OBC/WFF/Persons with disabilities of Himachal Pradesh: 5 years. HP Govt employees and Ex-Servicemen of HP: as per Government instructions.
- Gender Eligibility: Both
- Category Eligibility: All (General, OBC, SC, ST, EWS, and reserved categories as per HP state norms).
- Experience: Minimum 3 years of post-qualification experience in research, training, or analytical work within the specified subjects.
- Age Limit: 18 to 45 years as of 1 January 2026.
- Age Relaxation: SC/ST/OBC/WFF/Persons with disabilities of Himachal Pradesh: 5 years. HP Govt employees and Ex-Servicemen of HP: as per Government instructions.
- Gender Eligibility: Both
- Category Eligibility: All (General, OBC, SC, ST, EWS, and reserved categories as per HP state norms).
⚙️ Selection Process
- Objective Type Screening Test (Computer-Based Test or Offline) with 100 objective-type MCQs (Paper-I).
- Descriptive Subject Aptitude Test of 120 marks (Paper-II).
- Personality Test of 30 marks.
- Negative marking: 0.25 marks for wrong/multiple/blank answers without option E.
- Minimum pass marks: 45% for General, 40% for reserved categories in the Subject Aptitude Test.
- Descriptive Subject Aptitude Test of 120 marks (Paper-II).
- Personality Test of 30 marks.
- Negative marking: 0.25 marks for wrong/multiple/blank answers without option E.
- Minimum pass marks: 45% for General, 40% for reserved categories in the Subject Aptitude Test.
🏷️ Category Eligibility & Reservations
All (General, OBC, SC, ST, EWS, and reserved categories as per HP state norms)
📂 Required Documents
- Matriculation certificate (for age proof).
- Degree certificates and marksheets of all years.
- Experience certificate(s).
- Valid category certificate (if applicable).
- Bonafide Himachali Certificate.
- Degree certificates and marksheets of all years.
- Experience certificate(s).
- Valid category certificate (if applicable).
- Bonafide Himachali Certificate.
💳 Application Fee Details
All candidates: Rs. 600.00
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q.
How many vacancies are available for the HPPSC Scientific Officer Recruitment 2026?
There are 3 vacancies for the post of Scientific Officer under HPPSC Recruitment 2026.
Q.
What is the last date to apply for HPPSC Scientific Officer Recruitment 2026?
The last date to apply online for HPPSC Scientific Officer Recruitment 2026 is 3 November 2026.
Q.
What is the salary for the HPPSC Scientific Officer position?
The monthly salary for the Scientific Officer post is Rs. 28,000/- on a contractual basis.
Q.
What is the application fee for HPPSC Scientific Officer Recruitment 2026?
All candidates must pay an application fee of Rs. 600/- to apply for this recruitment.
Q.
What is the age limit for HPPSC Scientific Officer Recruitment 2026?
The age limit for this recruitment is 18 to 45 years as of 1 January 2026, with relaxations for SC/ST/OBC/WFF/Persons with disabilities of Himachal Pradesh (5 years) and HP Govt employees/Ex-Servicemen as per Government instructions.