The Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission, the state agency that conducts recruitment for government posts in Himachal Pradesh, has announced a hiring drive for the post of Scientific Officer. A total of three posts are on offer. The position falls in Group B as a job trainee in the Directorate of Forensic Services under the Department of Home, so selected candidates will work in the state's forensic services setup.
HPPSC Scientific Officer Recruitment 2026
Posted 07 Oct 2026Updated 07 Oct 202665/10-2026
Total Vacancies
3
Last Date
03 Nov
16 days left
Apply Mode
Online
Contract
Status
Apply Now
Recruitment status
Applications open
Last date 03 Nov 2026 · 16 days left
- Notification07 Oct
- Applications Opentill 03 Nov
About HPPSC Scientific Officer Recruitment 2026
Job Overview
- Organization
- Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission
- Advertisement No.
- 65/10-2026
- Post Name
- Scientific Officer
- Job Location
- Himachal Pradesh
- Who Can Apply
- Candidates from anywhere in India (Reservation benefits are admissible only to bonafide residents of Himachal Pradesh; reserved category candidates of other states are treated as General category candidates)
- Job Type
- Contract
- Age Limit
- 18–45 years
- Gender
- All
- Nationality
- Indian
- Experience
- Minimum 3 years of post-qualification experience (acquired after obtaining the degree) in Research, Training and Analytical Work within the specified subjects; the experience certificate must be signed by the Research Supervisor or Head of the Organization/Department. Research work done for a Ph.D. counts towards the 3 years.
- Pay Scale
- Rs. 28,000 per month (fixed amount for Job Trainee)
Vacancy Breakdown
Scientific Officer
3
UR 3
| Post Name | UR | Total |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Officer | 3 | 3 |
Eligibility Details
Scientific Officer - Qualification and Experience
At least 2nd class M.Sc. in Forensic Science (with specialization/ dissertation work/ course work/ project work in the field of Chemical Sciences) OR At least 2nd class M.Sc. in Chemistry/ Bio-Chemistry/ Pharmacy/ M.S.(Pharm.)/ M. Pharm. degree from a recognized University. Minimum three (03) years of post-qualification experience (acquired after obtaining the degrees mentioned above) in Research, Training and Analytical Work within any of the subjects specified above. The experience certificate must be formally issued and signed by either the Research Supervisor or the Head of the Organization/ Department. Any research work conducted specifically for the completion of a Ph.D. degree shall be counted towards the total required experience of three years.
| Post | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Scientific Officer - Qualification and Experience | At least 2nd class M.Sc. in Forensic Science (with specialization/ dissertation work/ course work/ project work in the field of Chemical Sciences) OR At least 2nd class M.Sc. in Chemistry/ Bio-Chemistry/ Pharmacy/ M.S.(Pharm.)/ M. Pharm. degree from a recognized University. Minimum three (03) years of post-qualification experience (acquired after obtaining the degrees mentioned above) in Research, Training and Analytical Work within any of the subjects specified above. The experience certificate must be formally issued and signed by either the Research Supervisor or the Head of the Organization/ Department. Any research work conducted specifically for the completion of a Ph.D. degree shall be counted towards the total required experience of three years. |
Age Limit
18 to 45 years as on 01-01-2026
Age Relaxation
5 years for bonafide SC/ST/OBC/WFF/Persons with disabilities of Himachal Pradesh; HP Government employees and Ex-Servicemen of HP as per Government instructions
Application Fee
All candidates
Rs. 600
Selection Process
- 1Objective Type Screening Test / Descriptive Subject Aptitude Test
Paper-I is a Computer Based Test or offline screening test of 100 objective type MCQs (1 hour, 100 marks) and Paper-II is a descriptive Subject Aptitude Test of 120 marks (3 hours); 0.25 marks deducted for each wrong, multiple or blank answer.
- 2Personality Test
30 marks, held only at the Commission's office in Shimla; minimum 40% (12 marks) for General and 30% (9 marks) for reserved category candidates.
Shortlisting ratio: 1:5+3 for 1 to 10 posts; 1:5 for 11 and above
Exam Pattern
Paper-I 1 hour; Paper-II 3 hoursComputer Based Test or OfflineNegative: 0.25 marks deducted for each wrong answer, multiple answers or blank answer
General knowledge of Himachal Pradesh
30 questions · 30 marks
General knowledge of National and International Affairs
30 questions · 30 marks
Knowledge of Hindi language
20 questions · 20 marks
Knowledge of English language
20 questions · 20 marks
Descriptive Subject Aptitude Test (Paper-II)
120 marks
| Subject | Questions | Max Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| General knowledge of Himachal Pradesh | 30 | 30 | — |
| General knowledge of National and International Affairs | 30 | 30 | — |
| Knowledge of Hindi language | 20 | 20 | — |
| Knowledge of English language | 20 | 20 | — |
| Descriptive Subject Aptitude Test (Paper-II) | — | 120 | — |
Salary Structure
Rs. 28,000 per month (fixed amount for Job Trainee)
How to Apply
- 1Visit the HPPSC official website and click on the Apply Online link
- 2Click on One Time Registration (OTR) for Examinations and register to create your profile, or log in if already registered
- 3Select the Scientific Officer post and upload the required documents
- 4Give the undertaking confirming that the uploaded documents are legible and readable
- 5Pay the examination fee of Rs. 600 through debit card, credit card, UPI or another online digital mode
- 6Submit the application on or before the closing date
Documents to Carry / Upload
•Matriculation certificate for age proof
•Degree certificates along with marks sheets of all years or consolidated mark sheet
•Experience certificate(s)
•Valid category certificate
•Bonafide Himachali Certificate
Important Details
- Recruitment and engagement are governed by the Department of Personnel's scheme for engagement of job trainees on fixed amount, notification No. Per(AP)-C-B(15)-3/2024 dated 19 July 2025.
- Reservation benefits are admissible only to bonafide residents of Himachal Pradesh; reserved category candidates of other states are treated as General category candidates and get no reservation or fee concession.
- Candidates already in regular Government service must produce an NOC from the concerned employer before document verification; contract, casual, adhoc, daily rated and work charged employees do not need an NOC.
- Entry into the examination venue closes 30 minutes before the scheduled commencement.
- A candidate with benchmark disability of 40% or more needing a scribe must request it in writing at least seven days before the screening test.
- The post is unreserved (UR = 3).
Scheme of Examination
Where the ratio of eligible candidates to advertised posts is six or below, all candidates are called directly for the Personality Test. Otherwise both papers are held on the same day in two sessions. Based on the merit of Paper-I, Paper-II answer sheets are evaluated: up to 25 posts, 20 times the number of vacancies; 26 posts and above, 500 plus 5 answer sheets for every subsequent post. No candidate securing zero or negative marks in Paper-I forms part of the merit list. Final ranking is based on the Subject Aptitude Test (120 marks) plus the Personality Test (30 marks).
Zone of Consideration for Document Scrutiny
1 to 10
Ratio: 1:5+3
11 and above
Ratio: 1:5
| No. of Posts Advertised | Ratio |
|---|---|
| 1 to 10 | 1:5+3 |
| 11 and above | 1:5 |
Answer Key Objections
The answer key of the CBT is uploaded in the candidate's User ID under MY EXAMINATION MY ONLINE REVIEW, and that of the offline test on the Commission's website, immediately after the test. Candidates get 5 days excluding the day of publishing to file objections online with supporting documents, with a non-refundable fee of Rs. 100 per objected question. Objections are verified by two subject experts; a third expert is consulted if they disagree. No credit is given for scrapped questions and passing marks are reduced proportionally.
Disqualifications
- Dismissed from any previous Government or Semi Government service
- Convicted of an offence involving moral turpitude or permanently debarred from any examination or selection
- Found directly or indirectly influencing the selection process
- Un-discharged insolvent
Facilitation Counter
For guidance on Online Recruitment Applications, candidates can contact the HPPSC Reception Counter in person or on Toll Free No. 1800-180-8004 or Ph. No. 0177-2629738 on any working day between 10:00 A.M. and 05:00 P.M. Queries can also be mailed to [email protected]. No candidate will interact directly with the staff in the Recruitment Sections.
Contact
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 1800-180-8004, 0177-2629738
Frequently Asked Questions
Can candidates from other states apply for this HPPSC recruitment?
Yes. Candidates from states other than Himachal Pradesh can apply, but they are treated as General category candidates and cannot claim reservation or fee concession.
Is the Scientific Officer post a regular government post?
No. The engagement is as a Job Trainee on a fixed amount of Rs. 28,000 per month under the Department of Personnel's job trainee scheme notified on 19 July 2025.
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