Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission (HPPSC) has released the Deputy Director Recruitment 2026 notification for eligible candidates. The recruitment drive is being conducted for 04 posts of Deputy Director, Class-I (Gazetted), Group-A (Job Trainee) in the Department of Sainik Welfare, Himachal Pradesh. Interested candidates can submit their online applications through the HPPSC Online Recruitment Application (ORA) portal.
The HPPSC Deputy Director Recruitment 2026 notification was released on 02 September 2026. The last date to submit the online application is 29 September 2026 up to 11:59 PM.
HPPSC Deputy Director Notification 2026 PDF Out
Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission has invited Online Recruitment Applications (ORA) from eligible candidates for recruitment to 04 posts of Deputy Director, Class-I (Gazetted), Group-A (Job Trainee) in the Department of Sainik Welfare, HP.
Candidates should read the official notification carefully before applying and ensure that they fulfil the required eligibility conditions related to qualification, age, category and documents.
HPPSC Deputy Director Recruitment 2026 - Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Organization | Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission (HPPSC) |
| Department | Sainik Welfare Department, Himachal Pradesh |
| Post Name | Deputy Director, Class-I (Gazetted), Group-A (Job Trainee) |
| Total Vacancies | 4 |
| Advertisement Number | 60/9-2026 |
| Notification Date | 02 September 2026 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Job Location | Himachal Pradesh |
| Official Website | hppsc.hp.gov.in |
HPPSC Deputy Director Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 02 September 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | Available as per HPPSC ORA portal |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 29 September 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 29 September 2026 (11:59 PM) |
HPPSC Deputy Director Vacancy 2026 Out
HPPSC has announced a total of 04 Deputy Director vacancies under the Sainik Welfare Department. The category-wise vacancy details are given below.
| S. No. | Post Name | No. of Posts |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Deputy Director, Sainik Welfare | 4 (UR Ex-Servicemen of HP - 3, ST Ex-Servicemen of HP - 1) |
HPPSC Deputy Director Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Candidates applying for HPPSC Deputy Director Recruitment 2026 must fulfil the educational qualification, experience and other eligibility requirements mentioned in the official notification.
Educational Qualification
Candidates should be a retired/released Ex-Indian Army Commissioned Officer of the rank of Colonel, Lt Colonel, Major, Captain or equivalent status of the Indian Navy/Air Force.
Desirable Qualification
Knowledge of customs, manners and dialects of Himachal Pradesh and suitability for appointment in the conditions prevailing in the state is desirable.
HPPSC Deputy Director Age Limit 2026
The age of candidates applying for HPPSC Deputy Director Recruitment 2026 should be below 57 years as on 01 January 2026.
HPPSC Deputy Director Salary Structure 2026
Selected candidates will receive fixed emoluments as per the Job Trainee scheme. The salary details are mentioned below:
| Post Name | Monthly Emoluments |
|---|---|
| Deputy Director, Sainik Welfare | Rs. 32,500/- per month |
The notification mentions that the recruitment and engagement will be governed according to the scheme for engagement of job trainees on a fixed amount in Himachal Pradesh Government departments.
HPPSC Deputy Director Application Fee 2026
Candidates applying for HPPSC Deputy Director Recruitment 2026 have to pay the prescribed examination fee online.
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| All Candidates | Rs. 600/- |
A uniform fee of Rs. 600 is applicable to all candidates irrespective of category or gender. The examination fee once paid will not be refunded.
How to Apply Online for HPPSC Deputy Director Recruitment 2026?
- Visit the official HPPSC website.
- Click on the Online Recruitment Application (ORA) link.
- Complete One Time Registration (OTR) if not already registered.
- Login using the registered credentials.
- Select the HPPSC Deputy Director Recruitment 2026 advertisement.
- Fill in the required personal and educational details.
- Upload the required documents, photograph and signature.
- Pay the application fee online.
- Submit the application form and keep a copy for future reference.
Candidates have to apply online through the official HPPSC website only. Applications received through any other mode will not be accepted.
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