HPSC Food Safety Officer Recruitment 2026 – 45 Posts

Job Post Title

HPSC Food Safety Officer Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 45 Group-B Posts

Short Introduction

The Haryana Public Service Commission (HPSC) has released Advertisement No. 25/2026 for the recruitment of 45 Food Safety Officer (Group-B) posts in the Food & Drugs Administration Department, Haryana.

The online application process will start on 28 September 2026 and the last date to submit the application and deposit the prescribed fee is 19 October 2026 up to 5:00 PM. Eligible candidates should apply online through the official HPSC website.

Short Introduction in Table

Application Fee

The application fee is payable online through Net Banking, Debit Card or Credit Card.

Note: The fee once paid is non-refundable and cannot be kept in reserve for another examination or selection.

Vacancy Details

HPSC has notified 45 vacancies for Food Safety Officer (Group-B).

PwD Reservation

The notification mentions 2 PwD posts, comprising:

• 01 post for Low Vision (LV)
• 01 post for Deaf/Hard of Hearing (D/HH)

The notification also states that 1 SC post is included for shortfall of the SC category.

Post Name & Number of Vacancies

Department

Food & Drugs Administration Department, Haryana

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must fulfill the essential educational and other eligibility requirements on or before the closing date of the application.

Educational Qualification

A candidate should possess a Bachelor’s Degree, Master’s Degree or Doctorate Degree from a recognized University/Institution in any of the disciplines specified in the advertisement.

Food Technology Disciplines

Eligible disciplines include:

• Food Engineering
• Food Engineering and Technology
• Food Processing and Preservation
• Food Processing Technology
• Food Technology and Management
• Food Biotechnology
• Food Plant Operations Management
• Food Process Engineering and Management
• Food Processing
• Food Safety and Quality Management
• Process and Food Engineering

Other Specified Disciplines

The notification also recognizes:

• Dairy Technology
• Biotechnology
• Oil Technology

Agricultural Science Disciplines

The following disciplines are also covered:

• Agriculture
• Agricultural Engineering
• Biotechnology
• Dairy Technology
• Fisheries
• Food Technology
• Food Nutrition and Dietetics
• Horticulture

Candidates with degrees in Veterinary Sciences, Bio-Chemistry, Microbiology, Chemistry or Medicine from a recognized University are also covered.

The notification further includes specified medical qualifications such as:

• MBBS
• BDS
• BHMS
• BUMS
• BSMS
• BAMS
• Sowa Rigpa Medicine and Surgery

or another equivalent qualification recognized by the Food Authority with the prior approval of the Central Government.

Training Requirement

Candidates must successfully complete the training specified by the Food Authority at a recognized/approved institute.

The notification states that this training will be provided after appointment, and candidates who successfully complete the training will be notified as Food Safety Officer.

Language Requirement

The candidate must have:

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

Important Eligibility Condition

A person having any financial interest in the manufacture, import or sale of any article of food cannot be appointed as Food Safety Officer under the applicable Food Safety & Standards Rules.

Age Limit

Candidates must be between 18 and 42 years of age as prescribed in the advertisement.

Age Relaxation

The notification provides age relaxation for various categories.

For candidates entitled to relaxation under one or more categories, the upper age limit generally cannot exceed 52 years, except as specifically provided for Ex-Servicemen under the applicable rules.

Selection Process

HPSC generally follows a multi-stage recruitment process for the post.

Selection Stages

1. Screening Test, if conducted
2. Subject Knowledge Test
3. Interview / Viva-Voce

However, the Commission may adopt a different shortlisting method depending on the number of applications received.

Possible shortlisting methods mentioned in the notification include:

• Percentage of marks in minimum educational qualification
• Weightage based on educational qualifications
• Desirable qualifications
• Higher educational qualifications
• Higher relevant experience
• Screening Test
• Subject Knowledge Test

The Commission may conduct a Screening Test followed by Subject Knowledge Test and Interview, or may directly conduct the Subject Knowledge Test and Interview without a Screening Test.

The decision of the Commission regarding the examination pattern will be final.

Salary / Pay Scale

The Food Safety Officer post carries the following pay scale:

Important Dates

How to Apply

Eligible candidates can apply online by following these steps:

1. Visit the official HPSC website: https://hpsc.gov.in
2. Open the recruitment/application section.
3. Select Advertisement No. 25/2026.
4. Register online.
5. Fill in the required personal and educational details.
6. Upload the photograph, signature and required certificates/documents.
7. Pay the applicable application fee online.
8. Check all details carefully.
9. Submit the application form.
10. Print the submitted application form after signing it and upload the signed copy as instructed.
11. Keep a copy of the completed application and documents for future reference.

Important Instructions

• Applications must be submitted online only.
• Candidates should carefully read the complete advertisement before applying.
• Candidates must possess the required qualifications and certificates on or before the closing date.
• Documents/certificates issued after the closing date will not be accepted for determining eligibility.
• The eligibility of candidates regarding age, qualification and experience will be determined as on the closing date.
• Candidates should mention all relevant qualifications and experience in the application form.
• Only qualifications and experience claimed in the online application will be considered.
• Part-time experience will not be considered.
• Experience acquired after obtaining the minimum essential qualification will only be considered.
• Candidates must upload the duly filled and signed application form along with relevant documents.
• Applications without the signed application form or required certificates/documents may be rejected.
• After final submission, changes in category or other particulars will generally not be permitted.
• Candidates should ensure that their mobile number and email ID remain active throughout the selection process.
• An e-Admit Card will be made available on the HPSC website; it will not be sent separately by post.
• Candidates should check their e-Admit Card carefully after downloading it.
• Candidates must disclose pending FIRs, criminal cases, disciplinary proceedings and other matters as required by the notification.
• Providing false or incomplete information may result in cancellation of candidature.
• Candidates should retain their application number for future correspondence.
• Fee once paid will not be refunded.
• Candidates should beware of touts and unauthorized persons claiming to influence the recruitment process.

Documents to Upload

Candidates may be required to upload the following documents as applicable:

Important Links

FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions

Q1. How many Food Safety Officer vacancies are available?

HPSC has advertised 45 Food Safety Officer (Group-B) posts.

Q2. Which department has announced these vacancies?

The posts are in the Food & Drugs Administration Department, Haryana.

Q3. What is the advertisement number?

The recruitment has been announced under Advertisement No. 25/2026.

Q4. When will the application process start?

Online applications will start from 28 September 2026.

Q5. What is the last date to apply?

The last date is 19 October 2026 up to 5:00 PM.

Q6. What is the application fee?

The fee is ₹1,000 for all remaining candidates, while eligible Haryana reserved-category and women candidates have a reduced fee of ₹250. Haryana PwBD candidates with at least 40% disability are exempt from the fee.

Q7. What is the age limit for Food Safety Officer?

The prescribed age range is 18 to 42 years, subject to applicable relaxation.

Q8. What is the educational qualification?

Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s, Master’s or Doctorate degree in specified disciplines such as Food Technology, Agriculture, Veterinary Sciences, Bio-Chemistry, Microbiology, Chemistry, Medicine and other disciplines specified in the advertisement.

Q9. Is Hindi or Sanskrit required?

Yes. The candidate should have Hindi or Sanskrit as one of the subjects in Matriculation, or Hindi as one of the subjects in Higher Education.

Q10. What is the salary of a Food Safety Officer?

The post carries FPL-6, with an initial basic pay of ₹35,400/-.

Q11. What is the selection process?

The Commission generally follows Screening Test, Subject Knowledge Test and Interview, but the exact examination pattern may be decided by HPSC depending on the number of applications.

Q12. Where can I apply?

Candidates can apply through the official HPSC website: https://hpsc.gov.in.

Q13. Can a person with a financial interest in food manufacturing apply?

The notification states that a person having a financial interest in the manufacture, import or sale of any article of food cannot be appointed as Food Safety Officer.

Disclaimer / Information Note

This article has been prepared from Haryana Public Service Commission Advertisement No. 25/2026 for Food Safety Officer (Group-B) in the Food & Drugs Administration Department, Haryana.

Candidates should carefully read the complete official advertisement before applying. The information regarding vacancies, qualifications, fees, age, relaxation, selection process, documents and pay scale is subject to the official notification and applicable Government rules.

Candidates should also check the official HPSC website for any corrigendum, amendment, change in schedule or additional instructions before submitting their application.

Official Website: https://hpsc.gov.in