HPPSC Medical Officer Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 228 Posts
HPPSC Medical Officer Recruitment 2026 – Job Details
Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission (HPPSC) has released Advertisement No. 62/9-2026 for the recruitment of 228 Medical Officer (General Wing) Job Trainee, Group-A posts in the Department of Health and Family Welfare, Himachal Pradesh. Eligible candidates can submit their Online Recruitment Application (ORA) through the official HPPSC website. The application process starts on 19 September 2026 and the last date for submission of the online application and examination fee is 16 October 2026 up to 11:59 PM. Candidates must possess the prescribed recognised medical qualification and have completed compulsory rotating internship as specified in the notification.
Key Highlights
- Recruiting Organisation: Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission (HPPSC)
- Advertisement Number: 62/9-2026
- Post Name: Medical Officer (General Wing)
- Post Type: Job Trainee, Group-A
- Department: Health and Family Welfare, Himachal Pradesh
- Total Vacancies: 228
- Application Mode: Online
- Application Start Date: 19 September 2026
- Application Last Date: 16 October 2026
- Last Date for Fee Payment: 16 October 2026
- Examination Fee: Rs. 600/- for all candidates
- Job Trainee Emoluments: Rs. 34,000/- per month
- Age Limit: 18 to 45 years as on 01 January 2026
- Selection Process: Screening Test/Subject Aptitude Test followed by Personality Test
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 19 September 2026 |
| Apply Start Date | 19 September 2026 |
| Apply Last Date | 16 October 2026, 11:59 PM |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 16 October 2026, 11:59 PM |
| Exam Date | To be announced by HPPSC |
| Admit Card | To be announced by HPPSC |
| Result Date | To be announced by HPPSC |
Application Fee
| Candidate Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| All Candidates | Rs. 600/- |
| Fee Payment Mode | Debit Card / Credit Card / UPI / Other prescribed online digital mode |
HPPSC has prescribed a uniform examination fee of Rs. 600/- for all candidates irrespective of category or gender. The fee must be paid through the prescribed online payment modes. Once paid, the examination fee is non-refundable.
Post Details and Eligibility Criteria
| Post Name | Total Vacancy | Department | Emoluments |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medical Officer (General Wing), Job Trainee, Group-A | 228 | Health and Family Welfare, Himachal Pradesh | Rs. 34,000/- per month |
Vacancy Details
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR) | 64 |
| UR - Orthopedically Physically Handicapped of HP | 24 |
| UR - Ex-Servicemen of HP | 53 |
| UR - Wards of Freedom Fighters | 2 |
| SC of HP | 19 |
| SC of HP - Ex-Servicemen | 8 |
| SC of HP - Wards of Freedom Fighters | 3 |
| ST of HP | 9 |
| ST of HP - Orthopedically Physically Handicapped | 4 |
| ST of HP - Ex-Servicemen | 3 |
| OBC of HP | 18 |
| OBC of HP - Ex-Servicemen | 4 |
| OBC of HP - Wards of Freedom Fighters | 2 |
| EWS of HP | 15 |
| Total | 228 |
Eligibility Criteria
| Eligibility | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Educational Qualification | Recognised Medical Qualification included in the First or Second Schedule or Part-II of the Third Schedule to the Indian Medical Council Act, 1956, subject to the conditions prescribed in the notification. |
| Internship | Completion of compulsory rotating internship is required. |
| Age Limit | 18 to 45 years as on 01 January 2026. |
| Age Relaxation | Five years upper-age relaxation is available to eligible Bonafide SC, ST, OBC, WFF and Persons with Disabilities of Himachal Pradesh, subject to the conditions specified by HPPSC. |
| Reserved Categories | Reservation benefits are available as per applicable Himachal Pradesh Government rules and the recruitment advertisement. |
| Knowledge of Himachal Pradesh | Knowledge of customs, manners and dialects of Himachal Pradesh and suitability for appointment in the prevailing conditions is desirable. |
Documents Required to Fill Online Application
| Document | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Matriculation Certificate | Required as proof of date of birth/age. |
| Degree Certificate | Required as proof of educational qualification. |
| Marks Sheets | Marks sheets of all years or consolidated marks sheet. |
| Internship Proof | Documents supporting completion of compulsory rotating internship, wherever applicable. |
| Experience Certificate | Required wherever applicable or specifically required. |
| Category Certificate | Required for candidates claiming applicable reservation benefits. |
| Bonafide Himachali Certificate | Required for applicable reserved-category candidates of Himachal Pradesh. |
| EWS/BPL Certificate | Required for candidates applying under the EWS category, as applicable. |
| Ex-Servicemen Documents | Discharge Certificate/Service Book and other prescribed documents, wherever applicable. |
| Latest Photograph | Scanned latest photograph must be uploaded in the prescribed format. |
| Signature | Scanned signature must be uploaded in the prescribed format. |
Required Documents and Details
| Details / Document | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Personal Details | Name, date of birth, gender and other basic information. |
| Mobile Number | For examination-related communication and alerts. |
| Email ID | For receiving recruitment-related communication. |
| Aadhaar Number | Optional, as specified by HPPSC. |
| Educational Details | Medical qualification, institution, year and marks/details as applicable. |
| Category Details | For claiming reservation or applicable concessions. |
| Bank/Payment Details | Required for completing the prescribed online examination fee payment. |
| Scanned Photograph and Signature | Mandatory for submission of the online application. |
Maximum Age Limit
| Candidate Category | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| General Candidates | 45 Years |
| Bonafide SC of HP | Up to 5 years relaxation, subject to conditions |
| Bonafide ST of HP | Up to 5 years relaxation, subject to conditions |
| Bonafide OBC of HP | Up to 5 years relaxation, subject to conditions |
| Wards of Freedom Fighters of HP | Up to 5 years relaxation, subject to conditions |
| Persons with Disabilities of HP | Up to 5 years relaxation, subject to conditions |
| HP Government Employees / Ex-Servicemen of HP | As per applicable Government instructions |
Selection Process
- Objective Type Screening Test / Descriptive Subject Aptitude Test (SAT)
- Personality Test
Where applicable, Paper-I consists of a 100-mark objective screening test covering General Knowledge of Himachal Pradesh, General Knowledge of National and International Affairs, Hindi and English. Paper-II is a descriptive Subject Aptitude Test of 120 marks and three hours duration. The official notification specifies negative marking in objective-type screening tests.
Important FAQs
1. How many vacancies are available in HPPSC Medical Officer Recruitment 2026?
A total of 228 Medical Officer (General Wing) Job Trainee, Group-A posts are available.
2. What is the application start date for HPPSC Medical Officer Recruitment 2026?
The online application process starts on 19 September 2026.
3. What is the last date to apply for HPPSC Medical Officer Recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit the online application is 16 October 2026 up to 11:59 PM.
4. What is the last date for payment of the application fee?
The last date for payment of the examination fee is 16 October 2026 up to 11:59 PM.
5. What is the application fee for HPPSC Medical Officer Recruitment?
HPPSC has prescribed a uniform examination fee of Rs. 600/- for all candidates.
6. What is the educational qualification for Medical Officer posts?
Candidates must possess the recognised medical qualification prescribed in the official notification and must have completed compulsory rotating internship.
7. What is the age limit for HPPSC Medical Officer Recruitment?
The prescribed age limit is 18 to 45 years as on 01 January 2026, subject to applicable age relaxation.
8. What is the salary or emolument for the Medical Officer Job Trainee post?
The job trainee emolument mentioned in the notification is Rs. 34,000/- per month.
9. What is the selection process?
The selection process may include an objective screening test, Subject Aptitude Test and Personality Test as prescribed by HPPSC.
10. When will the HPPSC Medical Officer exam be conducted?
The examination date has not been announced in the recruitment notification. Candidates should check the official HPPSC website for further updates.
11. How will candidates download the admit card?
Provisionally admitted candidates will have to download their e-Admit Card from the official HPPSC website. Admit cards will not be sent by post.
12. Can candidates from other states claim Himachal Pradesh reservation benefits?
Reserved-category candidates belonging to other states are treated as General Category candidates and are not eligible for Himachal Pradesh reservation or fee concession under this advertisement.
13. Is the examination fee refundable?
No. The examination fee once paid is non-refundable.
14. Where can candidates apply for HPPSC Medical Officer Recruitment 2026?
Eligible candidates must apply online through the official HPPSC website and its Online Recruitment Application/OTR portal.
15. What documents are required while applying?
Candidates should upload the required educational certificates, matriculation certificate, category certificate where applicable, experience certificate where required, Bonafide Himachali Certificate for applicable reserved categories, and the prescribed photograph and signature.
Official Links
Official HPPSC Website: Visit HPPSC Official Website
Official Recruitment Notification: Download Advertisement No. 62/9-2026 PDF