The Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission (HPPSC) has opened recruitment for two posts, Assistant Director (Digital Forensic) and Scientific Officer (Digital Forensic), on a contractual basis as Job Trainee. The roles fall under the Directorate of Forensic Services, Department of Home, Himachal Pradesh, and involve specialised digital forensics work in the state's forensic services setup.
HPPSC Assistant Director and Scientific Officer Recruitment 2026
Posted 14 Oct 2026Updated 14 Oct 202667/10-2026 and 68/10-2026
Total Vacancies
2
Last Date
10 Nov
23 days left
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Last date 10 Nov 2026 · 23 days left
- Notification14 Oct
- Applications Open14 Oct
About HPPSC Assistant Director and Scientific Officer Recruitment 2026
Job Overview
- Organization
- Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission
- Advertisement No.
- 67/10-2026 and 68/10-2026
- Post Name
- Assistant Director (Digital Forensic) and Scientific Officer (Digital Forensic)
- Job Location
- Himachal Pradesh
- Who Can Apply
- Only residents of Himachal Pradesh (The benefit of reservation is admissible only to bonafide residents of Himachal Pradesh; reserved category candidates belonging to other States will be treated as General Category candidates)
- Job Type
- Contract
- Age Limit
- 18–45 years
- Gender
- All
- Nationality
- Indian
Vacancy Breakdown
Assistant Director (Digital Forensic)
1
UR 1
Scientific Officer (Digital Forensic)
1
UR 1
Total2
| Post Name | UR | Total |
|---|---|---|
| Assistant Director (Digital Forensic) | 1 | 1 |
| Scientific Officer (Digital Forensic) | 1 | 1 |
| Grand Total | 2 | 2 |
Eligibility Details
Requirements differ by post — open a post to see its own.
Assistant Director (Digital Forensic)1 post
- Qualification
- At least 2nd class M.Sc. in Forensic Science / Digital Forensics / Cyber Forensics / Physics or Master of Computer Application (MCA) or Master Degree in Engineering with Computer Science / Electronics / Information and Technology (IT) / Electronic Communication from a recognized University
- Experience
- Minimum 7 years post-qualification experience (acquired after obtaining the degrees mentioned above) in Research, Training and Analytical work within any of the above subjects. The experience certificate must be formally issued and signed by either the Research Supervisor or the Head of the Organization/Department. Research work conducted specifically for the completion of a Ph.D. degree shall be counted towards the total required experience of three years.
- Group
- Group A (Job Trainee)
- Advertisement No.
- 67/10-2026
- Desirable
- Ph.D. Degree in one of the above subjects; knowledge of customs, manners and dialects of Himachal Pradesh and suitability for engagement in the peculiar conditions prevailing in the Pradesh
Scientific Officer (Digital Forensic)1 post
- Qualification
- At least 2nd class M.Sc. in Forensic Science / Digital Forensics / Cyber Forensics / Physics or Master of Computer Application (MCA) or Master Degree in Engineering with Computer Science / Electronics / Information and Technology (IT) / Electronic Communication from a recognized University
- Experience
- Minimum 3 years post-qualification experience (acquired after obtaining the degrees mentioned above) in Research, Training and Analytical work within any of the above subjects. The experience certificate must be formally issued and signed by either the Research Supervisor or the Head of the Organization/Department. Research work conducted specifically for the completion of a Ph.D. degree shall be counted towards the total required experience of three years.
- Group
- Group B (Job Trainee)
- Advertisement No.
- 68/10-2026
- Desirable
- Ph.D. Degree in one of the above subjects; knowledge of customs, manners and dialects of Himachal Pradesh and suitability for engagement in the peculiar conditions prevailing in the Pradesh
Age Limit
18 to 45 years as on 01-01-2026
Age Relaxation
5 years upper age relaxation for bonafide SC of H.P. / ST of H.P. / OBC of H.P. / W.F.F. of H.P. / Persons with disabilities of Himachal Pradesh, available only if a post is reserved for these categories. For H.P. Government employees and Ex-Servicemen of H.P., relaxation is as per Government instructions.
Application Fee
All Categories (uniform fee, irrespective of category or gender)
Rs. 600
Selection Process
- 1Objective Type Screening Test / Descriptive Subject Aptitude Test
Paper-I is a one hour objective test of 100 marks with 0.25 negative marking; Paper-II is a three hour descriptive Subject Aptitude Test of 120 marks. Minimum pass marks in the SAT are 45% for General and 40% for reserved category candidates.
- 2Personality Test
30 marks, held only at the Commission's office at Shimla. Minimum pass marks are 40% (12 marks) for General and 30% (9 marks) for reserved category candidates. Final ranking is based on SAT marks plus Personality Test marks.
Shortlisting ratio: 1:5+3 for category-wise zone of consideration where 1 to 10 posts are advertised
Exam Pattern
Paper-I 1 hour; Paper-II 3 hoursComputer Based Test (CBT) or Offline Screening TestNegative: 0.25 of the marks assigned to a question deducted for a wrong answer, more than one answer, or a question left blank
General Knowledge of Himachal Pradesh
30 marks
General Knowledge of National and International Affairs
30 marks
Knowledge of Hindi Language
20 marks
Knowledge of English Language
20 marks
Subject Aptitude Test (Descriptive)
120 marks
| Subject | Questions | Max Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Knowledge of Himachal Pradesh | — | 30 | — |
| General Knowledge of National and International Affairs | — | 30 | — |
| Knowledge of Hindi Language | — | 20 | — |
| Knowledge of English Language | — | 20 | — |
| Subject Aptitude Test (Descriptive) | — | 120 | — |
Salary Structure
Assistant Director (Digital Forensic)
Pay: Emoluments for Job Trainee Rs. 40,500 per month
Scientific Officer (Digital Forensic)
Pay: Emoluments for Job Trainee Rs. 28,000 per month
| Post | Pay |
|---|---|
| Assistant Director (Digital Forensic) | Emoluments for Job Trainee Rs. 40,500 per month |
| Scientific Officer (Digital Forensic) | Emoluments for Job Trainee Rs. 28,000 per month |
How to Apply
- 1Visit the HPPSC official website and click on the Apply Online link
- 2Click on One Time Registration (OTR) for Examinations and create a profile through New Registration if not already registered
- 3Log into the OTR account and view the live advertisements on the dashboard
- 4Fill the application form for the desired post and upload the requisite documents
- 5Check the preview of all uploaded documents and give the declaration that they are legible, readable and true
- 6Pay the examination fee online by Debit Card, Credit Card or UPI
- 7Submit the application and keep a final printout for your records
Documents to Carry / Upload
•Matriculation certificate for age proof
•Degree certificates with marks sheets of all years or consolidated mark sheet
•Experience certificate
•Valid category certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS/Ex-Servicemen/Ward of Ex-Servicemen/WFF/PwBD)
•Bonafide Himachali certificate for reserved category candidates
•EWS or BPL certificate where applicable
•Latest photograph and signature
Important Details
- Reservation benefits are admissible only to bonafide residents of Himachal Pradesh, and reserved category candidates from other States are treated as General category candidates.
- Regular Government servants must produce a No Objection Certificate from their employer before document verification, while contract, casual, ad hoc, daily rated and work charged employees do not need one.
- Once submitted, the Online Recruitment Application allows no corrections or modifications except a change of category under Rule 5(iv) of the HPPSC (Procedure and Transaction of Business) Rules, 2023.
- Entry into the examination venue closes 30 minutes before the scheduled commencement of the examination.
- The recruitment and engagement are governed by the scheme for engagement of job trainees on a fixed amount notified by the Department of Personnel on 19 July 2025.
Evaluation of Paper-II Answer Sheets
Up to 25
No. of Answer Sheets to be Evaluated: 20 times the number of vacancies advertised
26 and above
No. of Answer Sheets to be Evaluated: 500 + 05 answer sheets for every subsequent post
| No. of Posts | No. of Answer Sheets to be Evaluated |
|---|---|
| Up to 25 | 20 times the number of vacancies advertised |
| 26 and above | 500 + 05 answer sheets for every subsequent post |
Zone of Consideration for Document Scrutiny
1 to 10
Ratio for Category-wise Zone of Consideration: 1:5+3
11 and above
Ratio for Category-wise Zone of Consideration: 1:5
| No. of Posts Advertised | Ratio for Category-wise Zone of Consideration |
|---|---|
| 1 to 10 | 1:5+3 |
| 11 and above | 1:5 |
Examination Centre
The examination will be held at Shimla. The Commission may allot a different centre at its discretion.
Answer Key Objections
The answer key is uploaded in the candidate's User ID or on the Commission's website. Objections may be filed online within 05 days excluding the day of publishing the answer key, with a non-refundable fee of Rs. 100 per objected question and supporting documents.
Scribe Facility
A person with benchmark disability of 40% or more who needs a scribe or reader must request it in writing to the Commission with a copy of the disability certificate at least seven days before the screening test.
Facilitation Counter
Candidates can contact the H.P.P.S.C. Reception Counter in person, on toll free number 1800-180-8004 or phone 0177-2629738 on any working day between 10:00 A.M. and 05:00 P.M., or write to [email protected] for queries about online applications.
Contact
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 1800-180-8004 (toll free), 0177-2629738
Frequently Asked Questions
Can candidates from other states apply for these HPPSC posts?
Yes. Candidates from other states can apply, but the benefit of reservation is available only to bonafide residents of Himachal Pradesh, and reserved category candidates from other states are treated as General category candidates.
Can the application be edited after submission?
No. Once submitted, the Online Recruitment Application allows no corrections or modifications except a change of category as per Rule 5(iv) of the HPPSC (Procedure and Transaction of Business) Rules, 2023.
Is a Ph.D. compulsory for these posts?
No. A Ph.D. degree in one of the prescribed subjects is only a desirable qualification. Research work done specifically for a Ph.D. degree is counted towards the required post-qualification experience.
Do serving government employees need an NOC?
Yes. Candidates in regular Government service or Government owned industrial service must produce a No Objection Certificate from their employer before document verification. Contract, casual, ad hoc, daily rated and work charged employees do not need one.
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