Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission
— Department of Sainik Welfare, Himachal Pradesh
Live: Online Application Form & Official Notification Active
Deadline: 29 Sep 2026
Organization
Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission
Post Name
Deputy Director, Class-I (Gazetted), Group-A (Job Trainee)
Total Vacancies
4 Posts
Mode of Recruitment
Online Application
Pay Scale / Salary
Rs. 32,500/- per month (Fixed Emoluments under Job...
Qualification
Retired or Released Ex-Indian Army Commissioned Of...
Application Deadline
29 Sep 2026
| Post Name | Deputy Director, Class-I (Gazetted), Group-A (Job Trainee) |
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| Total Vacancies | 4 |
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| Qualification | Retired or Released Ex-Indian Army Commissioned Officer (Colonel, Lt Colonel, Major, Captain) or equivalent rank in Indian Navy / Air Force. |
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| Age Limit | Below 57 years as on 01 January 2026 |
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| Salary | Rs. 32,500/- per month (Fixed Emoluments under Job Trainee scheme) |
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| Application Fee | Rs. 600/- for all candidates |
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| Selection Process | Scrutiny of Service Records/Documents followed by Screening Test / Personal Interview. |
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HPPSC Deputy Director Notification 2026 Overview
Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission (HPPSC) has released advertisement number 60/9-2026 for the recruitment of Deputy Director, Class-I (Gazetted), Group-A (Job Trainee) under the Department of Sainik Welfare, Himachal Pradesh. A total of 04 vacancies have been announced specifically for eligible Ex-Servicemen of Himachal Pradesh. Candidates meeting the military rank criteria and age limits must submit their applications electronically via the HPPSC Online Recruitment Application (ORA) portal prior to the closing deadline of 29 September 2026.
Key Recruitment Details
| Parameters | Official Details |
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| Recruiting Agency | Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission (HPPSC) |
| Employing Department | Department of Sainik Welfare, Himachal Pradesh |
| Post Title | Deputy Director, Class-I (Gazetted), Group-A (Job Trainee) |
| Advertisement No. | 60/9-2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 04 Posts |
| Application Mode | Online via HPPSC ORA Portal |
| Notification Date | 02 September 2026 |
| Application Deadline | 29 September 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Official Portal | hppsc.hp.gov.in |
Category-Wise Vacancy Distribution
The 04 vacancies are strictly reserved for Ex-Servicemen candidates belonging to Himachal Pradesh domicile:
| Category | Number of Vacancies |
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| UR Ex-Servicemen of HP | 03 |
| ST Ex-Servicemen of HP | 01 |
| Total | 04 |
Eligibility Criteria
Educational & Military Service Qualification
- Candidates must be a retired or released Ex-Indian Army Commissioned Officer holding the rank of Colonel, Lt Colonel, Major, Captain, or equivalent rank in the Indian Navy or Indian Air Force.
- Desirable Qualification: Proficiency in dialects, customs, and manners of Himachal Pradesh along with suitability for working under local conditions.
Age Limit (As on 01 January 2026)
- Maximum Age: Candidates must be below 57 years of age as of 01 January 2026.
Salary & Emoluments
Selected candidates will be appointed as Job Trainees in accordance with the scheme framed by the Himachal Pradesh State Government. The engagement entails a fixed consolidated compensation:
- Monthly Emoluments: Rs. 32,500/- per month.
Application Fee
A uniform registration fee is applicable for processing online recruitment applications:
| Category | Application Fee |
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| All Candidates (Irrespective of category/gender) | Rs. 600/- |
Note: The fee is non-refundable and must be paid online via net banking, debit card, or credit card through the HPPSC ORA portal payment gateway.
Selection Process
The recruitment process for Deputy Director (Sainik Welfare) involves:
- Scrutiny of Online Applications & Documents: Verification of military rank certificates, discharge documents, and eligibility compliance.
- Screening Test / Interview: Conducted by HPPSC depending on the total volume of eligible applicants received.
How to Apply for HPPSC Deputy Director Recruitment 2026
- Go to the official website of HPPSC:
hppsc.hp.gov.in. - Click on the Online Recruitment Application (ORA) link to access the candidate portal.
- Complete One-Time Registration (OTR) if not registered previously.
- Log in using your registered credentials.
- Locate Advertisement No. 60/9-2026 for Deputy Director, Sainik Welfare Department.
- Fill out the application form with service history, rank, and personal information.
- Upload required documents including proof of military service rank, discharge certificate, photo, and signature.
- Pay the online application fee of Rs. 600/-.
- Submit the form and download the final application confirmation printout for record.
Visit hppsc.hp.gov.in, log in to the HPPSC ORA portal, complete OTR, select Advertisement 60/9-2026, upload military discharge documents, pay Rs. 600 application fee, and submit the form.
