Haryana Public Service Commission (HPSC) has invited online applications for 45 Food Safety Officer (Group-B) posts in the Food & Drugs Administration Department, Haryana. Eligible candidates can apply online from 28 September 2026 to 19 October 2026 up to 05:00 PM.
The Food Safety Officer post carries a pay scale of Rs. 9,300-34,800 + Rs. 4,200 Grade Pay with FPL-6 and Cell-1 pay of Rs. 35,400. Candidates must possess the prescribed degree in Food Technology, Agricultural Science, Veterinary Sciences, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Chemistry or other specified disciplines.
Official Notification PDF: HPSC Food Safety Officer Recruitment 2026
HPSC Food Safety Officer Recruitment 2026 - Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Haryana Public Service Commission (HPSC) |
| Department | Food & Drugs Administration Department, Haryana |
| Post Name | Food Safety Officer (Group-B) |
| Advertisement No. | 25/2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 45 |
| Pay Scale | Rs. 9,300-34,800 + Rs. 4,200 Grade Pay |
| Pay Level | FPL-6, Cell-1 |
| Initial Pay | Rs. 35,400 |
| Minimum Age | 18 years |
| Maximum Age | 42 years |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start Date | 28 September 2026 |
| Application Last Date | 19 October 2026 up to 05:00 PM |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 19 October 2026 up to 05:00 PM |
| Selection Process | Screening Test, Subject Knowledge Test and Interview |
| Job Location | Haryana |
HPSC Food Safety Officer Recruitment 2026 Application Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Date of Publication | 19 September 2026 |
| Application Start Date | 28 September 2026 |
| Application Last Date | 19 October 2026 up to 05:00 PM |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 19 October 2026 up to 05:00 PM |
HPSC Food Safety Officer Vacancy 2026
HPSC has announced 45 vacancies for Food Safety Officer (Group-B) posts in the Food & Drugs Administration Department, Haryana.
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Unreserved | 22 |
| DSC | 5 |
| OSC | 5 |
| BC-A | 5 |
| BC-B | 3 |
| EWS | 5 |
| Total | 45 |
There are 2 PwD vacancies, including 1 vacancy for Low Vision (LV) and 1 vacancy for Deaf, Hard of Hearing (D/HH). One SC post is kept for shortfall of the SC category noted in the requisition.
HPSC Food Safety Officer Recruitment 2026 Eligibility
Candidates must possess a Bachelor's degree, Master's degree or Doctorate degree from a recognized University or institution in the prescribed disciplines.
Educational Qualification
The prescribed qualifications include degrees in the following disciplines:
- Food Engineering
- Food Engineering and Technology
- Food Processing and Preservation
- Food Processing Technology
- Food Technology and Management
- Food Biotechnology
- Food Plant Operations Management
- Food Processing Engineering and Management
- Food Processing and Safety
- Food Safety and Quality Management
- Process and Food Engineering
- Dairy Technology
- Biotechnology
- Oil Technology
- Agriculture
- Agricultural Engineering
- Fisheries
- Food Technology
- Food Nutrition and Dietetics
- Horticulture
- Veterinary Sciences
- Bio-Chemistry
- Microbiology
- Chemistry
The advertisement also accepts specified Bachelor's, Master's or Doctorate qualifications in Veterinary Medicine and related disciplines, including Veterinary Medicine and Surgery, Veterinary Dental Surgery, Veterinary Homoeopathic Medicine and Surgery, Veterinary Unani Medicine and Surgery, Veterinary Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery and Veterinary Siddha Medicine and Surgery, subject to the conditions specified in the advertisement.
Candidates must also have successfully completed the training prescribed by the Food Authority in a recognized institute immediately after appointment. Candidates who have a financial interest in the manufacture, import or sale of food articles cannot be appointed as Food Safety Officer under the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2011.
Language Requirement
Candidates must have Hindi or Sanskrit as one of the subjects in Matriculation or Hindi as one of the subjects in Higher Education.
HPSC Food Safety Officer Recruitment 2026 Age Limit
Candidates must be 18 to 42 years of age on or before the closing date of the advertisement, i.e. 19 October 2026.
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| Scheduled Castes of Haryana | 5 years |
| Backward Classes of Haryana | 5 years |
| PwBD candidates covered under applicable rules | 5 years, with additional relaxation where applicable |
| Wife of military personnel who are disabled while in military service | 5 years |
| Widowed or legally divorced women | 5 years |
| Judicially separated women residing separately for more than 2 years | 5 years |
| Unmarried women | 5 years |
| Ex-Servicemen / Short Service Commissioned Officers / Emergency Commissioned Officers | As per applicable rules |
The detailed advertisement specifies additional age-relaxation provisions for eligible categories. The maximum age after applicable relaxation is subject to the conditions prescribed by HPSC.
HPSC Food Safety Officer Recruitment 2026 Salary
The Food Safety Officer post carries a pay scale of Rs. 9,300-34,800 + Rs. 4,200 Grade Pay, corresponding to FPL-6, Cell-1 with an initial pay of Rs. 35,400.
HPSC Food Safety Officer Recruitment 2026 Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| PwBD candidates of Haryana with at least 40% disability | Nil |
| BC-A/BC-B, ESM, EWS and Women candidates of Haryana | Rs. 250 |
| DESM candidates of Haryana belonging to DSC/OSC/BC-A/BC-B/EWS categories | Rs. 250 |
| DESM candidates of Haryana belonging to UR category | Rs. 1,000 |
| All remaining candidates | Rs. 1,000 |
The application fee can be paid online through Net Banking, Debit Card or Credit Card up to 05:00 PM on 19 October 2026. The fee once paid will not be refunded.
HPSC Food Safety Officer Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
HPSC has prescribed a three-stage recruitment process consisting of:
- Screening Test
- Subject Knowledge Test
- Interview
If the number of applications is large, HPSC may shortlist candidates for the next stage through methods specified in the advertisement, including a Screening Test and/or Subject Knowledge Test. The Commission may also consider the percentage of marks in the minimum educational qualification, higher qualifications, experience, or other prescribed criteria for shortlisting.
How to Apply for HPSC Food Safety Officer Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official HPSC website.
- Open the online application portal.
- Register using your mobile number.
- Complete the registration process and obtain the Unique Registration Number (URN).
- Log in and select Advertisement No. 25/2026.
- Enter your personal, educational, category and other required details.
- Upload the required photograph, signature and certificates.
- Pay the applicable application fee online.
- Check all details carefully before final submission.
- Take a printout of the application form.
- Sign the printed application form and upload the signed copy as instructed.
- Keep the final submitted application and documents safely for future reference.
Documents Required for HPSC Food Safety Officer Recruitment 2026
- Recent photograph
- Signature
- Educational qualification certificates and marksheets
- Matriculation certificate
- Category certificate, if applicable
- BC-A/BC-B Non-Creamy Layer certificate, if applicable
- EWS certificate for the applicable financial year
- PwBD certificate, if applicable
- ESM/DESM certificate, if applicable
- Haryana Resident/Domicile Certificate, where applicable
- Experience Certificate, if applicable
- No Objection Certificate, where applicable
HPSC Food Safety Officer Recruitment 2026 Important Instructions
- Candidates should carefully read the advertisement before applying.
- Eligibility will be determined on the closing date, i.e. 19 October 2026.
- Certificates or documents issued after the closing date will not be accepted for establishing eligibility.
- Only the qualifications and experience mentioned in the application form will be considered.
- Experience acquired after obtaining the minimum essential qualification will be considered.
- Part-time experience will not be considered.
- Candidates should submit only one application. If multiple applications are submitted, the latest application may be considered subject to the conditions in the advertisement.
- After final submission, requests for changes in category or other particulars will not be entertained.
- The candidate is responsible for ensuring that all information and uploaded documents are correct.
- The signed application form and uploaded documents should be retained by the candidate.
- An e-Admit Card will be issued through the HPSC website for the written examination, if conducted.
- No Admit Card will be sent by post.
- Candidates should regularly check the HPSC website for recruitment updates.
