HPPSC Assistant Director Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online

The Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission (HPPSC) is hiring for the post of Assistant Director, Group-A (Job Trainee) in the Directorate of Forensic Services under the Department of Home. Eligible and interested candidates can submit their applications online through the HPPSC recruitment portal.

HPPSC Assistant Director Recruitment 2026: Key Details

• Recruiting Organization: Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission (HPPSC)
• Post Name: Assistant Director, Group-A (Job Trainee)
• Total Vacancies: 3 open seats
• Advertisement Number: 66/10-2026
• Job Nature: Temporary / Contractual basis
• Application Mode: Online submission only
• Job Location: Himachal Pradesh

HPPSC Assistant Director Recruitment 2026: Important Dates

• Last Date to Apply Online: November 03, 2026

You must complete your online registration and submit your application before midnight on the closing date. The portal will automatically lock after the deadline. So, submit your application and pay the required fee well in advance to avoid last-minute issues.

HPPSC Assistant Director Recruitment 2026: Vacancy Details 

Anyone interested in applying for this HPPSC recruitment 2026 should first download the official notification PDF. Read about the vacancy, eligibility, age limit, selection process, and other details before filling the application form.

Total Vacancies: The commission has announced 3 open seats for the post of Assistant Director. 

HPPSC Assistant Director Recruitment 2026: Salary Details 

The commission is hiring candidates for a temporary Group-A (Job Trainee) profile, and the selected candidates will receive fixed monthly emoluments of INR 40,500 per month. 

HPPSC Assistant Director Recruitment 2026: Eligibility Criteria

Before you apply for this post, you must confirm you meet the eligibility conditions:

Educational Qualification

• You must possess at least a 2nd class M.Sc. degree in Forensic Science with distinct specialization, dissertation work, coursework, or project work in the specific field of Chemical Sciences.
• Or you must hold at least a 2nd class M.Sc. degree in Chemistry, Bio-Chemistry, Pharmacy, M.S. (Pharm.), or M.Pharm. from a university recognized by the government.
• You must have at least 7 years of post-qualification experience doing research, training, or analytical work in your field. This experience must be officially signed by your Research Supervisor or Head of Organization.

HPPSC Assistant Director Age Limit & Relaxations

Your age will be calculated based on your status as of January 01, 2026.

• Base Age Limit: Minimum 18 years and maximum 45 years.
• Upper-Age Relaxation: A 5-year upper-age relaxation (up to 50 years) is available for bonafide SC, ST, OBC, W.F.F., and Persons with Disabilities of H.P. where posts are reserved for these categories. 

HPPSC Assistant Director Recruitment: Application Fee Details

Applicants of all categories need to pay an INR 600 non-refundable examination fee. The fee must be processed by approved online payment methods, like UPI, Debit/Credit Card, or Net Banking, on the portal. 

What Is the Selection Process?

The commission will select the most qualified candidates for this senior Group-A position through this process:

• Stage 1 (Written/CBT Test): Candidates must clear an Objective Type Screening Test or a Descriptive Subject Aptitude Test. 

• Stage 2 (Interview Round): Candidates who pass the written test will be shortlisted for the Personality Test. The final selection will be based on your combined performance in both selection stages.

How to Apply?

You can only apply for this post online through the official portal. Here are the steps to follow:

• Step 1: First, visit the official website of HPPSC or click the direct application link in the important links section.

• Step 2: Then, you have to log in to the Online Recruitment Application (ORA) network dashboard. If you are a new applicant, complete the One Time Registration (OTR) profile first.

• Step 3: Open the application form for the Assistant Director role and fill in your accurate personal data, educational marks, and active contact numbers.

• Step 4: You have to scan and upload all your required credentials, including your recent passport-sized color photograph, clear signature image, post-graduate degrees, and verified 7-year experience certificates in the prescribed file formats.

• Step 5: Pay your non-refundable exam fee of INR 600 online through the approved payment method.

• Step 6: Review your application form to find and correct any typo errors before submitting.

• Step 7: Submit your application before the closing date on November 03, 2026.

• Step 8: Download a digital copy or take a physical paper printout of the confirmation page for your future official verification records.

Key Points to Note for Applicants

• You must submit your application and pay your fees before the closing timeline on November 03, 2026.

• The details you enter in your application form must match your physical documents.
• Any mismatch in details during physical screening will cause immediate disqualification from the hiring drive.

Important Links

Official Notification PDF: https://hppsc.hp.gov.in/CommonControls/CMSFileView?qs=oeMK915q2HkdpWSZ%2B0aaIFmLDoF0cTjGvKykbXugJ5FH4sUacllacTF%2B5RqdIHDUaLjGjYE8mOeHqj0VR%2FB5RoAFuG6TC47917zNkNFr8Dw%3D

Apply Online Link: https://hppsc.hp.gov.in/

Official Website Link: hppsc.hp.gov.in