HPPSC Recruitment 2026: Apply for 228 Medical Officer posts, check eligibility and fee

The Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission (HPPSC) has opened applications for Medical Officer (General Wing) (Job Trainee), Group-A posts under the Department of Health and Family Welfare.

The recruitment drive covers 228 vacancies across various categories. Eligible candidates can apply online through the official HPPSC website, hppsc.hp.gov.in.

The deadline for submitting the Online Recruitment Application (ORA) and paying the examination fee is Oct 16, 2026, by 11:59 PM. Candidates selected through the recruitment process will be appointed as job trainees and receive a monthly stipend of ₹34,000.

Important dates

The application and examination fee payment window will remain open until Oct 16, 2026, at 11:59 PM. The age of candidates will be calculated as of Jan 1, 2026.

Candidates should complete the application process well before the deadline and ensure that the information and documents submitted in the form are accurate.

How to apply

Candidates can follow these steps to submit their applications:

1. Visit the official HPPSC website at hppsc.hp.gov.in.
2. Select the "Apply Online" option available on the homepage.
3. Click on "One Time Registration (OTR) for Examinations."
4. Candidates who do not have an OTR account should select "New Registration" and complete the registration process.
5. Log in using the registered OTR credentials.
6. Select the Medical Officer recruitment advertisement from the list of live advertisements.
7. Enter the required personal, educational and other details in the application form.
8. Upload the required documents, including the matriculation certificate, degree certificates and marksheets, along with applicable category and experience certificates.
9. Upload a recent photograph and signature in the prescribed format.
10. Pay the ₹600 application fee through the available online payment methods.
11. Review the application form and uploaded documents carefully before final submission.
12. Submit the completed application by October 16, 2026, at 11:59 PM.
13. Download and retain a copy of the submitted application for future reference.

The recruitment notification contains details regarding the 228 vacancies, eligibility requirements, application procedure, examination fee and other recruitment conditions.

Candidates should read the official notification carefully before applying to ensure that they meet the prescribed requirements.

Applicants are advised to verify all details and documents before submitting the ORA, as errors or incomplete information could affect their candidature.