Haryana Public Service Commission (HPSC) has recently published an official recruitment notification for the post of Food Safety Officer. According to the notification, a total of 45 vacancies are available under this recruitment drive. Candidates who fulfill the eligibility criteria as mentioned in the official notification can submit their application through the online process.
Online applications for the vacancies of Food Safety Officer will be accepted from 28 September 2026 to 19 October 2026. All interested candidates are strongly advised to complete their application well before the closing date to avoid any last-minute technical issues.
Before filling out the application form, we strongly recommend that every interested candidate should carefully go through the complete details of this recruitment, including the eligibility criteria, educational qualifications, age limits, application fees, selection process, and other important requirements for Food Safety Officer vacancies. All the important details are provided below in a simple and easy-to-understand format.
HPSC – Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Vacancies | Salary | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Food Safety Officer (Group-B) | 45 | Rs.35400-35400/- | Haryana |
HPSC Recruitment – Important Eligibility / Requirements
To be eligible for HPSC Food Safety Officer, candidates must possess the required educational qualifications as prescribed by Haryana Public Service Commission. The minimum qualification, experience requirements, and other eligibility details for each post are mentioned in the table below. Candidates are advised to verify their eligibility before applying.
Eligibility Details
| Post Name | Eligibility |
|---|---|
| Food Safety Officer (Group-B) | Bachelor’s, Master’s, Doctorate degree from a recognized university in Food Technology (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) OR Dairy Technology or Biotechnology or Oil Technology OR Agricultural Science disciplines (Agriculture, Agriculture Engineering, Biotechnology, Dairy Technology, Fisheries, Food Technology, Food Nutrition and Dietetic, Horticulture) OR Veterinary Sciences or Bio-Chemistry or Microbiology or Chemistry or Medicine OR MBBS, BDS, BHMS, BUMS, BSMS, BAMS, BSRMS or equivalent recognized qualification. Hindi or Sanskrit as one of the subjects in Matric or Hindi as one of the subjects in Higher Education. |
Apart from educational qualifications, candidates must also satisfy the age criteria as specified by Haryana Public Service Commission for Food Safety Officer. The minimum and maximum age limits applicable for each post, along with any age relaxation as per government norms for reserved categories, are given below.
Age Limit Details
| Post Name | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Food Safety Officer (Group-B) | Min 18 to Max 42 years |
The application fee for this recruitment varies by category. For General / OBC / EWS candidates, the application fee is Rs.1000/-, while for SC / ST candidates, the fee is Rs.250/-. The fee can be paid through the online payment mode as specified in the official notification. Candidates belonging to certain reserved categories may be exempted from paying the application fee as per government rules.
The selection of candidates for Food Safety Officer will be carried out through Screening Test, Subject Knowledge Test, Interview. The final selection will be subject to document verification and medical examination as per the rules and regulations of Haryana Public Service Commission. Candidates are advised to prepare accordingly.
How to Apply for HPSC Recruitment [ Complete Guide ]
| Type of Application Form |
|---|
| Online Application |
The application for this recruitment of Haryana Public Service Commission is online. All interested and eligible candidates can apply for this recruitment online from hpsc.gov.in on or before the last date of online application, which is 19 October 2026.
Important Links
| Official Notification / PDF | Download Notification |
| Official Website | hpsc.gov.in |