HPSC Senior Scientific Officer (SSO) Recruitment 2026
📢 Recruitment Overview
The Haryana Public Service Commission (HPSC) invites online applications from eligible candidates for the post of Senior Scientific Officer (Scene of Crime) (Group-B) in the Forensic Science Laboratory, Madhuban, Karnal, Haryana. This is a prestigious opportunity for science graduates with research experience to join the state forensic department.
Total Vacancies: 17 Posts (UR, SC, BC-A, BC-B, EWS)
📅 Important Dates
📊 Vacancy Breakup
| Category | No. of Posts |
|---|---|
| General / Unreserved (UR) | 08 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) of Haryana | 02 |
| Backward Classes-A (BCA) of Haryana | 01 |
| Backward Classes-B (BCB) of Haryana | 03 |
| Economically Weaker Section (EWS) | 01 |
| Total | 17 |
*Note: Horizontal reservation applies for ESM categories as per rules.
✅ Eligibility Criteria
1. Educational Qualification
- M.Sc. (at least 2nd Division) in any of the following subjects:
Zoology, Botany, Chemistry, Physical Anthropology, Human Biology, Human Genetics, Bio-Technology, Molecular Biology, Bio-Chemistry, Microbiology, Physics, Mathematics, Statistics, or Forensic Science. - Experience: Three (3) years of research and analytical experience in any of the above-mentioned subjects.
- Language: Hindi or Sanskrit as one of the subjects in Matric or Higher Education.
2. Age Limit (As on 01.02.2025)
- Minimum Age: 20 Years
- Maximum Age: 45 Years
- Relaxation: 5 years for SC/BC of Haryana, and as per Govt rules for other categories (ESM, PwBD, etc.).
3. Pay Scale
FPL-9, Cell-1: Rs. 53,100 – 1,67,800/-
💰 Application Fee
| Male Candidates (General / DESM / All Reserved of Other States) | Rs. 1000/- |
| Female Candidates (General / Reserved of Haryana) | Rs. 250/- |
| Male & Female (SC / BC-A / BC-B / ESM / EWS of Haryana) | Rs. 250/- |
| PwBD (Persons with Benchmark Disability of Haryana) | Nil |
📝 How to Apply
Candidates must apply online through the official HPSC website. Follow these steps:
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Registration: Visit http://hpsc.gov.in and register using your Mobile Number and Aadhar Number.
- Login: Use the created Login ID to access the application form.
- Fill Details: Carefully enter personal, educational, and experience details.
- Upload Documents: Upload scanned copies of the required documents (see list below).
- Payment: Pay the requisite fee online via Net Banking, Debit, or Credit Card.
- Print & Sign: Take a printout of the filled form, sign it, and re-upload the signed copy. (Mandatory Step).
Documents to Upload
- Scanned Photo & Signature.
- Degrees & Mark sheets (10th, 12th, M.Sc, etc.).
- SC/BC/EWS/ESM Certificates (if applicable).
- Haryana Domicile Certificate (for reservation benefits).
- Experience Certificate (for age relaxation/experience proof).
- Aadhar Card & Parivar Pehchan Patra (PPP).
- Signed copy of the application form.
🚀 Ready to Apply?
Ensure you have all documents ready before starting the application.
Apply Online ↗ Official WebsiteSenior Scientific Officer (SSO)
HPSC (Forensic Science Lab, Haryana)The Haryana Public Service Commission (HPSC) invites online applications for the recruitment of 17 Senior Scientific Officers (Scene of Crime) in the Forensic Science Laboratory, Madhuban, Karnal. Eligible candidates must possess an M.Sc degree in a relevant scientific discipline along with 3 years of research and analytical experience. The post carries a Pay Scale of FPL-9 (Rs. 53,100 – 1,67,800). The online application process is open from January 19, 2026, to February 18, 2026.