Post Date / Update: 23 September 2026, 07:18 AM
The Haryana Public Service Commission (HPSC) has published Advertisement No. 25/2026 on 19 September 2026 inviting online applications for 45 posts of Food Safety Officer (Group-B) in the Food & Drugs Administration Department, Haryana. These are regular Group-B posts carrying the pay scale of ₹9,300–34,800 + Grade Pay ₹4,200 (FPL-6, starting basic pay ₹35,400). Online applications will be accepted from 28 September 2026 to 19 October 2026 (up to 5:00 PM) through the official website hpsc.gov.in. Candidates holding degrees in Food Technology, Bio-Technology, Chemistry, Microbiology, Veterinary Sciences, Medicine or related science fields can apply. This is an excellent opportunity for science graduates to secure a Group-B government job in Haryana.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Publication | 19 September 2026 |
| Online Application Start | 28 September 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply & Fee Payment | 19 October 2026 (up to 5:00 PM) |
Application Fee
- General / General-DESM: ₹1000
- OSC / DSC / BC-A / BC-B / ESM / EWS / Haryana women: ₹250
- PwBD: Nil
- Payment Mode: Online
Vacancy Details
Post: Food Safety Officer (Group-B) — Food & Drugs Administration Department, Haryana
Pay Scale: ₹9,300–34,800 + GP ₹4,200 (FPL-6, starting basic ₹35,400)
| Category | Posts |
|---|---|
| UR | 22 |
| EWS | 5 |
| DSC | 5 |
| OSC | 5 |
| BC-A | 5 |
| BC-B | 3 |
| Total | 45 |
- Horizontal Reservation: ESM (General) – 2, PwD – 2
Eligibility
- Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s, Master’s or Doctorate degree in Food Technology / Dairy Technology / Biotechnology / Oil Technology, Agricultural Science, Veterinary Sciences, Bio-Chemistry, Microbiology, Chemistry, or Medicine.
- Candidates with MBBS / BDS / BHMS / BUMS / BSMS / BAMS / Sowa Rigpa qualifications are also eligible.
- Refer to the official advertisement (Advt No. 25/2026) for the complete and detailed eligibility criteria.
Age Limit (as on 19.10.2026)
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age: 42 years
- Cut-off Date: 19.10.2026
- Age Relaxation: Applicable as per Haryana government rules
Selection Process
The selection for HPSC Food Safety Officer Recruitment 2026 will be conducted through the following stages:
- Screening Test (if applicable): To shortlist candidates if applications are large in number.
- Subject Knowledge Test: Written examination to test domain knowledge of food safety and related subjects.
- Interview / Viva-Voce: Personality and subject assessment of candidates qualifying the tests.
- Medical Examination: Medical fitness examination of provisionally selected candidates.
- Document Verification: Verification of certificates and eligibility documents.
How to Apply
- Visit the official website https://hpsc.gov.in.
- Find the recruitment / advertisement section and select Food Safety Officer Recruitment 2026 (Advt No. 25/2026).
- Read the official advertisement carefully before filling the form.
- Register with a valid mobile number and email ID.
- Fill the online application form with personal and educational details.
- Upload photograph, signature and the required documents.
- Pay the application fee online (₹1000 for General/General-DESM; ₹250 for OSC/DSC/BC-A/BC-B/ESM/EWS/Haryana women; Nil for PwBD).
- Submit the application before 19 October 2026 (up to 5:00 PM) and take a printout of the submitted form for future reference.
Important Links
| Official Website | Click Here (Apply online 28 Sep – 19 Oct 2026) |
FAQ
Q1. What is the last date to apply for HPSC Food Safety Officer Recruitment 2026?
The last date to apply online and pay the fee is 19 October 2026 (up to 5:00 PM).
Q2. How many posts are there in HPSC Food Safety Officer Recruitment 2026?
There are 45 Group-B posts in total — UR-22, EWS-5, DSC-5, OSC-5, BC-A-5, BC-B-3, with horizontal reservation of ESM (General)-2 and PwD-2.
Q3. What is the qualification required?
A Bachelor’s, Master’s or Doctorate degree in Food Technology / Dairy Technology / Biotechnology / Oil Technology, Agricultural Science, Veterinary Sciences, Bio-Chemistry, Microbiology, Chemistry, Medicine, or MBBS / BDS / BHMS / BUMS / BSMS / BAMS / Sowa Rigpa.
Q4. What is the age limit?
18–42 years as on 19.10.2026. Age relaxation applies as per Haryana government rules.
Q5. What is the application fee?
₹1000 for General / General-DESM; ₹250 for OSC / DSC / BC-A / BC-B / ESM / EWS / Haryana women; Nil for PwBD. Payment is online only.
Q6. Where can I apply for HPSC Food Safety Officer Recruitment 2026?
Applications are accepted only on the official website https://hpsc.gov.in from 28 September 2026 to 19 October 2026.
