The Haryana Public Service Commission (HPSC) is expected to release the official notification for Food Safety Officer (FSO) Recruitment 2026 soon.
This is a great opportunity for candidates looking for a Group B government job in Haryana. In this article, you will find complete details like eligibility, age limit, syllabus, exam pattern, and how to apply online.
Overview
- Organization: Haryana Public Service Commission
- Post Name: Food Safety Officer (FSO)
- Department: Food & Drugs Administration, Haryana
- Total Posts: Coming Soon (Previous: 41 Posts)
- Application Mode: Online
- Salary: ₹35,400 (Approx.)
- Official Website: hpsc.gov.in
Important Dates (Expected)
- Notification Release: Coming Soon
- Application Start Date: To be announced
- Last Date to Apply: To be announced
- Admit Card: Before Exam
- Exam Date: To be announced
- Result Date: Will be updated
Application Fee (Expected)
- General (Male): ₹1000
- General (Female): ₹250
- SC / BC / EWS (Haryana): ₹250
- PwD Candidates: No Fee
Final fee details will be confirmed in the official notification.
Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 21 Years
- Maximum Age: 42 Years
Age Relaxation:
- SC / BC: +5 Years
- PwD: +10 Years
- ESM: As per rules
Educational Qualification
Candidates must have a Bachelor’s Degree or higher in any of the following fields:
- Food Technology
- Dairy Technology
- Biotechnology
- Agricultural Science
- Veterinary Science
- Biochemistry
- Microbiology
- Chemistry (M.Sc.)
- Medicine (MBBS)
Candidates must also have studied Hindi or Sanskrit up to 10th or 12th level.
Additional Requirement
Selected candidates must complete training by the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) to be officially appointed.
How to Apply Online
Follow these steps:
- Visit the official website of Haryana Public Service Commission
- Click on Apply Online
- Register with your email and mobile number
- Fill in personal and academic details
- Upload required documents (photo, signature, certificates)
- Pay the application fee
- Submit the form and take a printout
Documents Required
- Aadhaar Card / ID Proof
- Educational Certificates
- Caste Certificate (if applicable)
- Domicile Certificate (Haryana)
- Passport-size Photo
- Signature
- Other required documents
Selection Process
The selection process includes:
- Written Examination
- Interview / Personality Test
- Document Verification
- FSSAI Training (Mandatory)
Exam Pattern 2026
- Mode: OMR / Offline
- Duration: 120 Minutes
- Total Questions: 200
- Total Marks: 200
Subjects:
- General Awareness
- Reasoning
- Quantitative Aptitude
- English Language
- Professional Knowledge (Food Safety)
Syllabus Highlights
General Awareness
Current Affairs, History, Geography, Polity, Economy, Science
Reasoning
Puzzles, Logical Reasoning, Data Interpretation
Quantitative Aptitude
Percentage, Profit & Loss, Time & Work, SI/CI
English
Grammar, Vocabulary, Error Detection
Professional Knowledge
Food Safety Laws, FSSAI Rules, Food Standards
FAQs
Q1. What is the age limit?
21 to 42 years
Q2. Can other state candidates apply?
Yes
Q3. What is the selection process?
Written Exam + Interview
Q4. What is the official website?
https://hpsc.gov.in/en-us/
