The Haryana Public Service Commission (HPSC) has officially released the recruitment notification for Senior Scientific Officer (SSO) positions for the year 2026. These Group-B Gazetted posts are situated within the Forensic Science Laboratory (FSL), Madhuban, Haryana. This is a significant opportunity for science professionals specializing in DNA Fingerprinting and Scene of Crime investigation.
Important Dates
| Event |
Date |
| Notification Release |
January 12, 2026 |
| Application Starts |
January 19, 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply |
February 18, 2026 (05:00 PM) |
| Exam Date |
To be Notified |
HPSC SSO Vacancy Details 2026
The current recruitment drive covers two major categories under Advertisement No. 03/2026 and 20/2026:
| Post Name |
Department |
Total Vacancies |
| Senior Scientific Officer (DNA) |
Forensic Science Laboratory (FSL) |
01 |
| Senior Scientific Officer (Scene of Crime) |
Forensic Science Laboratory (FSL) |
17 |
| Total |
18 |
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- SSO (DNA): M.Sc. (1st Division) in Zoology, Physical Anthropology, Genetics, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Microbiology, Molecular Biology, or Forensic Science with 3 years of experience in DNA Fingerprinting.
- SSO (Scene of Crime): M.Sc. in relevant science disciplines with research and analytical experience in forensic investigation.
- Common Requirement: Hindi or Sanskrit as a subject up to Matric level.
Age Limit (as of 18/02/2026)
- Minimum Age: 20 Years
- Maximum Age: 45 Years
- Age relaxation is applicable for SC/BC/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen of Haryana as per state government rules.
Pay Scale & Benefits
Selected candidates will be placed in Functional Pay Level-9 (FPL-9).
- Salary Range: ₹53,100 – ₹1,67,800.
- Allowances: Includes DA, HRA, Medical, and LTC as per Haryana Government norms.
How to Apply for HPSC SSO Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official HPSC portal: hpsc.gov.in.
- Go to the "Advertisements" section and find the SSO recruitment link.
- Register using your Aadhaar or Mobile number.
- Fill in the educational and experience details carefully.
- Upload the required documents (Photograph, Signature, M.Sc. Degree, Experience Certificate).
- Pay the application fee (General: ₹1000 | Reserved/Female: ₹250).
- Submit and print the application form for future reference.
Click Here to Apply Online
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q1: What is the last date to apply for HPSC SSO 2026?
The last date to submit the online application is February 18, 2026.
Q2: Is work experience mandatory for the DNA post?
Yes, 3 years of research and analytical experience in DNA Fingerprinting is required for the SSO (DNA) post.
Q3: What is the selection process?
The selection usually involves a Screening Test/Subject Knowledge Test followed by an Interview.
External Resources: Official HPSC Website
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