HPPSC Assistant Director Recruitment 2026: The Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission (HPPSC) has invited online applications for 03 posts of Assistant Director, Group-A (Job Trainee) in the Directorate of Forensic Services. The last date to apply is 03 November 2026 (11:59 PM).
This is a good opportunity for experienced M.Sc. and M.Pharm candidates. Here is everything you need to apply without mistakes.
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HPPSC Assistant Director Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organization | Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission (HPPSC) |
| Advertisement Number | 66/10-2026 |
| Department | Directorate of Forensic Services, Department of Home, Himachal Pradesh |
| Post Name | Assistant Director, Group-A (Job Trainee) |
| Total Vacancies | 03 |
| Salary | Rs. 40,500/- |
| Mode of Application | Online (ORA through the OTR portal) |
| Last Date | 03/11/2026, 11:59 PM |
| Official Website | https://hppsc.hp.gov.in/ |
| Get HP Govt Jobs Updates | Click Here |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement Date | 07/10/2026 |
| Application Start Date | 07/10/2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 03/11/2026, 11:59 PM |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 03/11/2026, 11:59 PM |
| Exam Date | Not mentioned in the notification |
HPPSC Assistant Director Vacancy 2026 – Details
| Post | Total Posts | Category-wise |
|---|---|---|
| Assistant Director (Job Trainee) | 03 | Unreserved = 03 |
Educational Qualification
Essential:
- At least 2nd class M.Sc. in Forensic Science (with specialization, dissertation, course, or project work in Chemical Sciences), OR
- At least 2nd class M.Sc. in Chemistry / Bio-Chemistry / Pharmacy / M.S. (Pharm.) / M. Pharm. from a recognized University.
- Minimum 7 years of post-qualification experience in Research, Training and Analytical Work in the above subjects. The experience certificate must be signed by the Research Supervisor or the Head of the Organization/Department.
- Research work done for a Ph.D. counts towards the required experience.
Desirable:
- Ph.D. in one of the above subjects.
- Knowledge of customs, manners and dialects of Himachal Pradesh.
Age Limit
- Age: 18 to 45 years (as on 01-01-2026)
- Relaxation: 5 years in the upper age limit for bonafide SC, ST, OBC, WFF and Persons with Disabilities of Himachal Pradesh.
- HP Government employees and Ex-Servicemen of HP get relaxation as per Government instructions. Relaxation applies only if a post is reserved for that category.
- Reserved category candidates from other states are treated as Unreserved, with no relaxation.
Application Fee
- Rs. 600 for all candidates, irrespective of category or gender.
- Pay online by Debit Card / Credit Card / UPI / other digital modes.
- The fee is non-refundable.
Salary
Rs. 40,500 per month (emoluments for Job Trainee). The engagement follows the HP Government scheme for job trainees on a fixed amount.
Selection Process and Exam Pattern
The stages are an Objective Screening Test / Descriptive Subject Aptitude Test, followed by a Personality Test.
Paper-I (Screening Test, 100 marks, 1 hour, MCQ):
- General Knowledge of Himachal Pradesh: 30
- National and International Affairs: 30
- Hindi language: 20
- English language: 20
Paper-II (Descriptive Subject Aptitude Test, 120 marks, 3 hours): The detailed syllabus will be uploaded on the HPPSC website shortly.
Key points:
- Negative marking of 0.25 per wrong answer. Blank or multiple answers also lose 0.25. Choose option “E” if you don’t want to answer.
- Minimum pass marks in Paper-II: 45% for General and 40% for reserved categories.
- Personality Test: 30 marks. Minimum pass marks are 12 for General and 9 for reserved categories.
- Final ranking is based on Paper-II (120) plus Personality Test (30).
- If the number of eligible candidates is six times the posts or less, all may be called directly for the Personality Test.
- Exam city: Shimla.
How to Apply Online for HPPSC Assistant Director Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official website: hppsc.hp.gov.in/hppsc.
- Click “Apply Online” and then “One Time Registration (OTR) for Examinations”.
- Register via “New Registration”, or log in if already registered.
- Select Advt. No. 66/10-2026 from the live advertisements list.
- Fill in the details and upload your photograph, signature and documents.
- Check the preview of every document, accept the declaration and pay Rs. 600 online.
- Submit the form. No changes are allowed afterwards, so check every field first.
Documents Required
- Matriculation certificate (age proof)
- Degree certificates with marks sheets of all years or a consolidated marks sheet
- Experience certificate(s)
- Valid category certificate(s), if applicable
- Bonafide Himachali Certificate (for reserved categories)
- Latest photograph and signature
- NOC from the employer (regular government employees need it for document verification)
Important Links
Exam Alert: Preparation Tips
- Focus on Himachal Pradesh GK (30 marks): history, geography, culture, fairs and festivals, rivers and current affairs of the state.
- Revise national and international current affairs of the last 6–8 months.
- Practice Hindi and English grammar and comprehension.
- Revise your core subject (Forensic Science, Chemistry or Pharmacy) for the descriptive Paper-II.
- Practice MCQs with negative marking in mind.
FAQs
1. What is the last date for HPPSC Assistant Director Recruitment 2026?
03 November 2026, 11:59 PM.
2. How many posts are there?
03 posts, all Unreserved.
3. What is the salary of Assistant Director (Job Trainee)?
Rs. 40,500 per month.
4. What is the age limit?
18 to 45 years as on 01-01-2026, with relaxations for eligible HP categories.
5. What is the application fee?
Rs. 600 for all candidates.
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