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HPSC Food Safety Officer Recruitment 2026

HPSC Food Safety Officer Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 45 Posts

🥗 HPSC Food Safety Officer Recruitment 2026

HPSC has released the notification for Food Safety Officer (FSO) Group-B posts in the Food & Drugs Administration Department, Haryana. Apply online from 28 September to 19 October 2026 for 45 vacancies.

📢 Total Vacancy: 45
📝 Advt No: 25/2026 💰 Pay: ₹35,400 (FPL-6) 🏛️ HPSC
📆 Important Dates
EventDate
Advertisement Published19 September 2026
Online Application Starts28 September 2026
Last Date to Apply19 October 2026
Last Date for Fee Payment19 October 2026
Closing Time5:00 PM
Examination DateTo be announced
📊 Vacancy Details
CategoryVacancies
Un-Reserved22
DSC5
OSC5
BC-A5
BC-B3
EWS5
Total45

Includes horizontal reservation for ESM (2) and PwD (2) as per notification.

🎓 Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

Bachelor's, Master's or Doctorate degree in specified disciplines including Food Technology, Dairy Technology, Biotechnology, Agriculture, Veterinary Sciences, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Chemistry, and specified medical qualifications (MBBS, BDS, BHMS, etc.).

Hindi/Sanskrit Requirement

Hindi or Sanskrit as one of the subjects in Matriculation, OR Hindi as one of the subjects in Higher Education.

Age Limit (as on 19 Oct 2026)

Minimum: 18 years | Maximum: 42 years

Age relaxation for eligible reserved categories per Haryana Govt. rules.

📌 Important: Food Authority training is given after appointment. Not required before applying.
₹ Application Fee
CategoryFee
Haryana PwBD (40%+ disability)₹0
Haryana OSC/DSC/BC-A NCL/BC-B NCL/ESM/EWS₹250
Women candidates of Haryana₹250
All remaining candidates₹1,000
📋 Selection Process
  1. 1Screening Test (if conducted)
  2. 2Subject Knowledge Test
  3. 3Interview / Viva-Voce

HPSC may skip the Screening Test depending on the number of applications.

🧭 How to Apply Online
  1. 1Visit the official HPSC website.
  2. 2Register online using mobile number to get URN.
  3. 3Log in and select Food Safety Officer – Advt No. 25/2026.
  4. 4Enter personal details carefully.
  5. 5Enter educational details matching certificates.
  6. 6Upload photograph, signature and certificates.
  7. 7Pay applicable application fee.
  8. 8Print, sign and upload the signed application form.
  9. 9Save final application for future use.
⚠️ Important: Application is incomplete without the signed copy upload. Paying fee alone is not sufficient.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
How many Food Safety Officer posts are available?
HPSC has advertised 45 Food Safety Officer Group-B posts under Advertisement No. 25/2026.
When did the HPSC FSO application start?
The online application started on 28 September 2026.
What is the last date to apply?
Candidates can apply online up to 19 October 2026, 5:00 PM. The fee-payment deadline is also 19 October 2026 at 5:00 PM.
What is the qualification for HPSC Food Safety Officer?
Candidates need a Bachelor's, Master's or Doctorate degree in one of the disciplines prescribed in the notification, including specified Food Technology, Agricultural Science, Veterinary Science, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Chemistry and Medicine-related qualifications. The Hindi/Sanskrit condition must also be satisfied.
Is MBBS compulsory for HPSC FSO?
No. MBBS is only one of the medical qualifications listed. The notification also recognizes several Food Technology, Agriculture, Veterinary, Biotechnology, Dairy Technology, Microbiology, Chemistry and other specified disciplines.
What is the age limit?
The basic age limit is 18 to 42 years as on 19 October 2026, with applicable relaxation for eligible categories.
What is the HPSC FSO application fee?
The fee is ₹1,000 for the general/remaining applicable candidates, ₹250 for specified Haryana reserved categories and women candidates of Haryana, and nil for eligible Haryana PwBD candidates with at least 40% disability.
What is the HPSC FSO selection process?
The general process consists of a Screening Test, Subject Knowledge Test and Interview/Viva-Voce. HPSC may skip the Screening Test depending on the number of applications and its shortlisting decision.
What is the salary of a Food Safety Officer?
The post carries FPL-6, Cell-1 with an initial pay of ₹35,400, under the notified pay structure.