🔔 Recruitment Started
The Haryana Public service Commission (HPSC) has opened the online application process for the Senior Scientific Officer (Group‑B) posts for the year 2026. A total of 17 vacancies have been notified under Advertisement No. 20/2026 for the Scene of Crime Unit at the Forensic Science Laboratory (FSL), Madhuban, Karnal (Haryana).
🗓️ Important Dates
- Notification Release: 13 january 2026
- Online application Start: 19 january 2026
- Last Date to Apply: 18 february 2026 (up to 05:00 PM)
- Fee Payment Deadline: 18 february 2026 (up to 05:00 PM)
These dates are aligned with the official HPSC Exam Calendar 2026.
📍 Who Can Apply? Eligibility
Educational Qualification
- M.Sc in relevant science subjects such as Zoology, Botany, Chemistry, Biotechnology, Microbiology, Physics, Mathematics, Statistics, Forensic Science, etc.
- Minimum 3 years of research/analytical experience is required.
- Hindi or Sanskrit as a subject up to Matric level or higher.
Age Limit
- 20 to 45 years (with age relaxations for reserved categories as per haryana government rules).
💼 Application Fee (General Guide)
- General (Male / Other States): ₹1000
- Female / Reserved Category (Haryana): ₹250
- PwD (Haryana): No Fee
(Final fee structure to be confirmed from official notification before payment).
📋 Selection Process
The recruitment process typically includes:
Screening Test (if conducted)
Subject Knowledge Test
Interview
Followed by document verification and medical exam (if required).
🌐 How to Apply Online
Visit the official website: https://hpsc.gov.in
Find the link for Advertisement No. 20/2026 – Senior Scientific Officer
Register with basic details and set a login password
Fill in your personal & educational information
Upload required documents (photo, signature, certificates)
Pay the application fee (if applicable)
Submit and download/print the confirmation page for records 🔁
Always verify details from the official PDF notification before applying.
📌 Tips Before Applying
✔ Keep scanned copies of your photo, signature, educational certificates, and experience proof ready.
✔ Check eligibility criteria carefully (age, qualification, experience).
✔ Apply early to avoid last‑minute site issues.
✔ Use a stable internet connection while filling and uploading the form.
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