Post Date / Update: 23 September 2026, 03:28 PM
Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission (HPPSC) has released Advertisement No. 62/9-2026 for the recruitment of 228 Medical Officer (General Wing) posts in the Health and Family Welfare Department, Government of Himachal Pradesh. These are Group-A posts offered on a Job Trainee basis. The online application window is open from 19 September 2026 to 16 October 2026 (11:59 PM) through the ORA portal. MBBS-qualified candidates can check eligibility, application fee, age limit and selection process below before applying.
Important Dates
| Advertisement Release Date | 19 September 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 19 September 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 16 October 2026 (11:59 PM) |
Application Fee
- Rs. 600 – uniform fee for all categories
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Department | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Medical Officer (General Wing), Group-A (Job Trainee) | Health and Family Welfare Department, Himachal Pradesh | 228 |
| Total | 228 |
Eligibility
- MBBS degree or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
- Completed compulsory rotatory internship.
- Valid registration with the Medical Council.
Age Limit (as on 01.01.2026)
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age: 45 years
- Age relaxation applicable as per Himachal Pradesh government rules.
Selection Process
- Screening / Subject Aptitude Test – Paper-I (100 marks) + Paper-II (120 marks, descriptive), with negative marking
- Personality Test (30 marks) at Shimla
How to Apply
- Visit the official HPPSC website at hppsc.hp.gov.in.
- Open the ORA (Online Recruitment Application) portal.
- Find Advertisement No. 62/9-2026 and read the detailed notification carefully.
- Fill the online application form and pay the Rs. 600 application fee.
- Submit the form before 16 October 2026 (11:59 PM) and take a printout for future reference.
Important Links
| Apply Online (ORA Portal) | Click Here |
| HPPSC Official Website | Click Here |
FAQ
Q1. What is the last date to apply for HPPSC Medical Officer Recruitment 2026?
The last date to apply online is 16 October 2026 up to 11:59 PM.
Q2. How many Medical Officer posts are announced?
A total of 228 Medical Officer (General Wing), Group-A posts are announced.
Q3. What is the educational qualification required?
MBBS or equivalent qualification with completed compulsory rotatory internship and valid medical registration.
Q4. What is the application fee?
Rs. 600, uniform for all categories.
Q5. What is the salary during the Job Trainee period?
Rs. 34,000 per month (fixed) during the Job Trainee period.
Q6. What is the selection process?
Screening / Subject Aptitude Test (Paper-I 100 marks + Paper-II 120 marks descriptive, with negative marking), followed by a Personality Test of 30 marks at Shimla.