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Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission (HPPSC) Recruitment 2026: Scientific Officer (NDPS) Post

Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission
Posted:
Pay: ₹28,000 per month (Consolidated)
Category State Portals
Job Type Contract

Eligibility Specifications

Advertisement / Notice No: 32/6-2026
Age Limits: Between 18 and 45 years (for general category).
Age Cut-off Date: Age calculated strictly on 1 January 2026.
Category Relaxations: OBC (+5 years), SC/ST (+5 years).
Note: Has non-standard/complex age relaxations. Please check the official PDF notification for details.
Allowed Qualifications: Post Graduate.
Specialized Requirements & Prerequisites:
  • M.Sc in Forensic Science (Chemical Sciences) or Chemistry/Bio-Chemistry/Pharmacy
  • 3 years post-qualification experience
Helpline Contacts: Phone: 0177-2629738, Email: hppsc_shimla@msn.com

Vacancy Breakdown

Total posts: 1 vacancies

Gen/UR
1

Key Timelines & Fees

Registration Start Date: 10 June 2026
Application Closing Date: 7 July 2026
Application Fee (All candidates): ₹600

Selection & Exam Pattern

Selection Process: Objective Type Screening Test, Descriptive Subject Aptitude Test, Personality Test
Exam Mode: Online (CBT)
Negative Marking: 0.25 marks deducted per wrong answer

Paper-I: General Knowledge of HP, National/International Affairs, Hindi, and English. Paper-II: Descriptive Subject Aptitude Test based on M.Sc curriculum.

Please double check exam stages in the official PDF notification below.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the age limit for this recruitment?
The age limit for candidates is between 18 to 45 years, reckoned as on 01-01-2026.
What is the application fee?
A uniform fee of ₹600 shall be charged from all candidates, irrespective of their category or gender.
What is the selection process?
The selection process includes an Objective Type Screening Test, a Descriptive Subject Aptitude Test, and a Personality Test.
Is this a permanent job?
No, it is a position of 'Job Trainee' on a fixed amount (consolidated pay) governed by the scheme for engagement of job trainees.