Haryana Public Service Commission (HPSC) has released the notification for the recruitment of Food Safety Officer (Group-B) posts in the Food & Drugs Administration Department, Haryana. A total of 45 vacancies have been announced under Advertisement No. 25/2026.
Eligible candidates can submit their online applications through the official HPSC website. The application process will start from 28 September 2026 and the last date to apply is 19 October 2026 up to 05:00 PM.
Candidates should check the required educational qualification, age limit, application fee, and other eligibility conditions before applying for the Food Safety Officer post.
Official Notification PDF: HPSC Food Safety Officer Recruitment 2026
HPSC Food Safety Officer Recruitment 2026 - Overview
| Recruiting Organization | Haryana Public Service Commission (HPSC) |
|---|---|
| Advertisement Number | 25/2026 |
| Department | Food & Drugs Administration Department, Haryana |
| Post Name | Food Safety Officer (Group-B) |
| Total Vacancies | 45 Posts |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start Date | 28 September 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 19 October 2026 up to 05:00 PM |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 19 October 2026 up to 05:00 PM |
| Job Location | Haryana |
| Official Website | hpsc.gov.in |
HPSC Food Safety Officer Vacancy 2026 Details
The Haryana Public Service Commission has announced 45 Food Safety Officer vacancies under the Food & Drugs Administration Department, Haryana.
| Category | Number of Posts |
|---|---|
| Unreserved | 22 |
| DSC | 05 |
| OSC | 05 |
| BC-A | 05 |
| BC-B | 03 |
| EWS | 05 |
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Total
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45
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The notification also mentions reservation for eligible categories including ESM and PwBD candidates as per applicable Haryana Government rules.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 19 September 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 28 September 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 19 October 2026 up to 05:00 PM |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 19 October 2026 up to 05:00 PM |
HPSC Food Safety Officer Salary 2026
Selected candidates for the Food Safety Officer post will receive salary according to the prescribed Haryana Government pay structure.
| Post | Pay Scale |
|---|---|
| Food Safety Officer (Group-B) | ₹9300-34800 + Grade Pay ₹4200 (FPL-6, Cell-1 ₹35,400/-) |
HPSC Food Safety Officer Age Limit 2026
The age limit for candidates applying for the Food Safety Officer post is calculated as per the closing date of application.
| Criteria | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 18 Years |
| Maximum Age | 42 Years |
Age relaxation will be provided to eligible candidates according to Haryana Government rules.
HPSC Food Safety Officer Educational Qualification
Candidates applying for the Food Safety Officer post must possess the prescribed educational qualification from a recognised university or institution.
The candidate should have a Bachelor's degree, Master's degree or Doctorate degree in any of the following relevant disciplines:
- Food Technology
- Food Engineering
- Food Processing Technology
- Food Processing Engineering
- Food Technology and Management
- Food Biotechnology
- Food Plant Operations Management
- Food Processing and Preservation Technology
- Food Safety and Quality Management
- Process and Food Engineering
Candidates with qualifications in related fields under agricultural science are also eligible as prescribed in the notification.
- Agriculture
- Agricultural Engineering
- Biotechnology
- Dairy Technology
- Fisheries
- Food Technology
- Food Nutrition and Dietetics
- Horticulture
Candidates possessing qualifications in Veterinary Sciences, Bio-Chemistry, Microbiology, Chemistry or Medicine-related disciplines mentioned in the notification may also apply if they fulfil the prescribed conditions.
Additional Requirement
Candidates must have successfully completed the required training as specified by the Food Authority in a recognised institute. The training requirement will be applicable according to the Food Safety and Standards Act and related rules.
Hindi or Sanskrit as one of the subjects in Matriculation or Hindi as one of the subjects in Higher Education is also required.
HPSC Food Safety Officer Application Fee 2026
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) of Haryana | Nil |
| SC / BC-A / BC-B / EWS / ESM and Women Candidates of Haryana | ₹250 |
| DESM Candidates of Haryana belonging to reserved categories | ₹250 |
| DESM Candidates of Haryana belonging to UR Category | ₹1000 |
| All Remaining Candidates | ₹1000 |
The application fee can be paid through online payment modes available on the HPSC portal. Fee once paid will not be refunded.
HPSC Food Safety Officer Selection Process 2026
The Haryana Public Service Commission may follow a multi-stage recruitment process depending on the number of applications received.
The Commission may conduct:
- Screening Test
- Subject Knowledge Test
- Interview
The Commission may shortlist candidates for the next stage based on criteria such as percentage of marks in educational qualifications, higher qualifications, experience, screening test or subject knowledge test.
The final selection will be made according to the procedure decided by HPSC and applicable service rules.
How to Apply for HPSC Food Safety Officer Recruitment 2026?
- Visit the official HPSC website.
- Register online using the required details.
- Login and select Advertisement No. 25/2026.
- Fill in personal details, educational qualifications and other information carefully.
- Upload photograph, signature and required documents.
- Pay the application fee according to category.
- Submit the application form.
- Download and keep a printout of the submitted application for future reference.
Documents Required for HPSC FSO Application
- Scanned photograph of the candidate.
- Signature of the candidate.
- Educational qualification certificates and mark sheets.
- Category certificate, if applicable.
- EWS certificate, if applicable.
- Experience certificate, if applicable.
- Haryana domicile certificate, where required.
- PwBD/ESM related certificates, if applicable.
Important Instructions for Candidates
- Candidates should verify all eligibility conditions before applying.
- Only qualifications mentioned in the advertisement will be considered.
- Documents submitted after the closing date will generally not be accepted.
- Candidates should carefully check all details entered in the application form before final submission.
- Incomplete applications may be rejected.
- Candidates should keep their application number and login details safe.
