HPPSC Scientific Officer Jobs 2026: Eligibility and Application Details

The Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission (HPPSC), Shimla, has announced 3 vacancies for the Scientific Officer post in 2026. Candidates must be between 18 and 45 years old as of 1 January 2026. They must have a relevant postgraduate degree in subjects like Forensic Science, Chemistry, Biochemistry, or Pharmacy, along with 3 years of work experience. Interested candidates can apply online through the official HPPSC website until 3 November 2026. Selected candidates will receive a monthly salary of ₹28,000. This is a contract-based job, which means the job is for a fixed period.

• HPPSC Scientific Officer Recruitment 2026: At a Glance
  Number of Posts: 3 Scientific Officer vacancies
  Application Process: Online registration
  Application Fee: ₹600
• Salary Offered: ₹28,000 per month
  Required Age: 18-45 years as of 1 January 2026
  Posting Location: Himachal Pradesh

HPPSC Scientific Officer Recruitment 2026: Job Details

HPPSC Scientific Officer 2026: Eligibility Details 

• Educational Qualification: Candidates must have at least a second-class M.Sc. degree in Forensic Science, with studies or project work related to Chemical Sciences. They can also apply if they have at least a second-class M.Sc. degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or Pharmacy, or an M.S. (Pharm.) or M. Pharm. degree from a recognized university.
• Work Experience: Candidates must have at least 3 years of work experience after completing their degree. The experience should be in research, training, or testing work related to the required subjects.
• Age Limit: Candidates must be between 18 and 45 years old as of 1 January 2026.

• Age Relaxation: Candidates belonging to SC, ST, OBC, WFF, or the persons with disabilities categories of Himachal Pradesh will get 5 extra years in the upper age limit. HP Government employees and former defence personnel from Himachal Pradesh will get age relaxation according to government rules.

Other Requirements and Extra Qualifications

• Recruitment Rules: The recruitment will follow the Himachal Pradesh Government’s Department of Personnel notification issued on 19 July 2025.

• Reservation Benefits: Only permanent residents of Himachal Pradesh can get reservation benefits. 

Additional Qualifications

• Ph.D. Degree: Candidates with a Ph.D. in a related subject will have an extra qualification.

• Knowledge of Himachal Pradesh: Candidates who know the local customs, traditions, and languages of Himachal Pradesh and can work in its special conditions will be preferred. 

Who Is Not Eligible for HPPSC Recruitment 2026?

The following candidates cannot apply for these posts:

• Candidates who were removed from a previous government or semi-government job.
• Candidates found guilty of crimes related to dishonesty or serious wrongdoing.
• Candidates who are declared insolvent and have not yet been legally cleared of their debts.

Salary and Job Rules

The selected candidates will be hired under the job trainee scheme. Their salary and other job conditions will follow the Himachal Pradesh Government’s Department of Personnel notification dated 19 July 2025.

Application Fee and Important Date

Candidates applying for the HPPSC Scientific Officer posts must pay an application fee of Rs. 600. Everyone has to pay the same amount. The fee can be paid online using a debit card, credit card, UPI, or another digital payment method.

The last date to submit the application form and pay the fee is 3 November 2026. 

HPPSC Scientific Officer Recruitment 2026: Selection Process

The selection process for the Scientific Officer post has two main stages: a written test and a personality test.

• Paper I-Screening Test: Candidates will take a test on a computer or an offline test on paper. It will have 100 multiple-choice questions (MCQs).
• Paper II-Subject Test: Candidates will take a written test with questions related to their subject. This paper will carry 120 marks.
• Personality Test: Candidates who move to this stage will appear for a personality test worth 30 marks.

HPPSC Scientific Officer Exam Pattern 2026

The exam has two papers. Paper I checks candidates’ general knowledge and language skills, while Paper II tests their knowledge of the relevant subject. 

Important Exam Rules

• Negative Marking:

  0.25 marks will be deducted for a wrong answer, selecting more than one answer, or leaving a question blank without choosing option E.

• Minimum Passing Marks:

  Candidates in the General category must score at least 45% in Paper II. Candidates from reserved categories must score at least 40%.

• Important Exam Instructions:

  Candidates must reach the exam centre on time. Entry will close 30 minutes before the exam starts. Late candidates will not be allowed inside.

Documents Required for HPPSC Scientific Officer Recruitment 2026

How to Apply for HPPSC Scientific Officer Recruitment 2026

Candidates can follow these simple steps to apply online for the Scientific Officer posts.

• Visit the Official Website

  : Open the HPPSC website at hppsc.hp.gov.in/hppsc.

• Open the Application Page:

  Click on “Apply Online” and select “One Time Registration (OTR) for Examinations.”

• Register or Log In:

  Create a new account and fill in your profile details. If you already have an account, log in.

• Choose the Post:

  Find the Scientific Officer recruitment and fill out the application form. Upload the required documents.

• Check and Submit:

  Make sure all details are correct. Also, confirm that the uploaded documents are clear and easy to read, then submit the form.

• Apply Before the Deadline:

  Complete the application process by 3 November 2026.

Important Links

• https://hppsc.hp.gov.in/CommonControls/CMSFileView?qs=oeMK915q2HkdpWSZ%2B0aaIFmLDoF0cTjGvKykbXugJ5FH4sUacllacTF%2B5RqdIHDUoAFATf2BPuCLj7bk5s7ZLPW9tPoW6vvVo%2Fqte7iToZI%3D