Haryana PSC Food Safety Officer Recruitment 2026: Apply Now for 45 Vacancies

The Haryana Public Service Commission (HPSC) has announced the recruitment of 45 Food Safety Officers (FSO) for the Food & Drugs Administration Department. Eligible candidates with degrees in relevant fields can apply online from September 28 to October 19, 2026. The notification outlines important dates, application fees, age limits, and selection processes. This is a great opportunity for those looking to secure a government job in Haryana. For more details on eligibility criteria and application procedures, read the full article.

By Sourabh Singh Sep 28, 2026, 19:49 IST

HPSC Food Safety Officer (FSO) Recruitment 2026 Notification Released

About the Recruitment: The Haryana Public Service Commission (HPSC) has published the official notification (Advt. No. 25/2026) for the recruitment of Food Safety Officers (FSO - Group B) within the Food & Drugs Administration Department of Haryana. A total of 45 positions are available. Candidates who possess a relevant degree in Food Technology, Dairy Technology, Biotechnology, Agricultural Science, Chemistry, or Medicine are invited to apply online at hpsc.gov.in starting from September 28, 2026. The application process will close on October 19, 2026, at 5:00 PM. Detailed information regarding eligibility criteria, salary structure, category-wise distribution, age relaxation, application fees, and the application process is outlined below.

HARYANA PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION (HPSC) HPSC Food Safety Officer (FSO Group-B) Recruitment 2026 Advt No. : 25/2026 Notification Summary
IMPORTANT DATES Notification Release Date: 19/09/2026 Online Application Start Date: 28/09/2026 Last Date to Apply Online: 19/10/2026 (up to 05:00 PM) Last Date for Fee Payment: 19/10/2026 (up to 05:00 PM) Exam Date: To Be Announced Admit Card Availability: Before Exam		APPLICATION FEE Male (General / Unreserved / General DESM): Rs. 1000/- OSC / DSC / BC-A (NCL) / BC-B (NCL) / ESM / EWS / All Female Candidates: Rs. 250/- PwBD of Haryana (Min. 40% Disability): Rs. 0/- (Exempted) Fee can be paid online via Net Banking, Credit Card, Debit Card, or UPI.
HPSC Food Safety Officer Age Limit (As on 19/10/2026) Minimum Age: 18 Years Maximum Age: 42 Years Age relaxation is applicable for SC, BC-A, BC-B, PwBD, Widows, Divorced women, and Ex-Servicemen as per Haryana Government Rules.
HPSC FSO Vacancy Details & Qualification Criteria
Post Name	Total Post	Educational Qualification
Food Safety Officer (FSO – Group B)	45 Posts	Bachelor's / Master's / Doctorate Degree in Food Technology, Dairy Technology, Biotechnology, Oil Technology, Agricultural Science, Veterinary Science, Bio-Chemistry, Microbiology, Chemistry, or Medicine (MBBS / BDS / BHMS / BUMS / BSMS / BAMS / Sowa Rigpa) from a recognized University. Must have Hindi or Sanskrit as one of the subjects in Matriculation (10th) or Hindi as a subject in Higher Education. Selected candidates will undergo mandatory training specified by the Food Authority post-appointment.
Category-Wise Vacancy	UR: 22 \| DSC: 05 \| OSC: 05 \| BC-A: 05 \| BC-B: 03 \| EWS: 05
Pay Scale	Rs. 9,300 – 34,800/- + 4,200 GP, FPL-6 (Cell-1) Starting Basic Pay Rs. 35,400/-
HPSC Food Safety Officer Selection Process Stage 1: Screening Test (if applicable depending on total applicant pool) Stage 2: Subject Knowledge Test Stage 3: Interview / Viva-Voce Stage 4: Document Verification (DV) Stage 5: Medical Examination
How to Fill HPSC Food Safety Officer Online Application Form 2026 Visit the official HPSC website at hpsc.gov.in between 28/09/2026 and 19/10/2026 (until 05:00 PM). Complete One Time Registration (OTR) using your active mobile number to generate your Unique Registration Number (URN). Log in with your credentials and select Advt. No. 25/2026 (Food Safety Officer Group-B). Fill in all required personal, educational qualification, address, and experience details accurately. Provide your identity proof (Aadhaar / Passport / Voter ID / PAN Card) and upload scanned photographs, signature, and educational certificates in the prescribed format. Pay the online application fee as applicable according to your category. Verify all filled information, print the completed form, sign it physically, re-upload the signed copy, and click Final Submit. Keep a printed copy of the submitted application form for future reference.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) – HPSC FSO Recruitment 2026

Q1. What is the last date to apply online for HPSC Food Safety Officer Recruitment 2026?

Ans. The last date to submit the online form is 19 October 2026 (up to 05:00 PM).

Q2. What is the age limit for HPSC FSO 2026 recruitment?

Ans. The candidate must be between 18 to 42 years of age as of 19.10.2026. Age relaxation applies as per rules.

Q3. What is the scale of pay for HPSC Food Safety Officer (Group-B)?

Ans. The post carries Functional Pay Level-6 (Cell-1) starting basic pay of Rs. 35,400/- (Pay Scale Rs. 9,300–34,800 + Rs. 4,200 Grade Pay).

Q4. Is Hindi/Sanskrit mandatory for applying to HPSC FSO?

Ans. Yes, candidates must have Hindi or Sanskrit as a subject in Matriculation (10th Class) or Hindi as a subject in Higher Education.