The 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 with a recognised MBBS qualification and completed compulsory rotating internship can apply online from 19 September 2026 to 16 October 2026.
EXPERIENCE / ELIGIBILITY IMPORTANT: The recruitment requires the prescribed MBBS qualification and completed compulsory rotating internship. A separate prior work-experience requirement is not specified as an essential qualification for the general Medical Officer post, but candidates must satisfy all prescribed eligibility conditions before applying.
HPPSC Medical Officer Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Details | Information |
| Organisation | Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission (HPPSC) |
| Post Name | Medical Officer (General Wing) (Job Trainee), Group-A |
| Total Posts | 228 |
| Age Limit | 18–45 Years |
| Qualification | Recognised MBBS + Compulsory Rotating Internship |
| Experience | No separate prior experience specified |
| Eligibility | Eligible candidates as per HPPSC rules |
| Application Fee | ₹600 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Salary/Emoluments | ₹34,000 per month fixed |
| Job Location | Himachal Pradesh |
| Selection Process | Screening Test/SAT + Personality Test |
HPPSC Medical Officer Recruitment 2026 – Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Online Application Starts | 19 September 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 16 October 2026, 11:59 PM |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 16 October 2026 |
| Screening Test/SAT | To be announced |
| Personality Test | To be announced |
Vacancy Details
A total of 228 Medical Officer (General Wing) (Job Trainee) vacancies are available under different categories, including UR, SC, ST, OBC, EWS and applicable horizontal reservation categories.
| Category | Posts |
| UR | 64 |
| SC/ST/OBC/EWS & Reserved Categories | 164 |
| Total | 228 |
Reservation benefits are applicable as per HP Government rules. Candidates from other states will generally be treated as General category for reservation purposes.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
Candidates must have:
- A recognised MBBS or equivalent medical qualification as prescribed by the notification.
- Completed the compulsory rotating internship.
- Any desirable postgraduate medical qualification may be considered as prescribed in the notification.
- Knowledge of the customs, manners and dialects of Himachal Pradesh is desirable.
Age Limit
The candidate’s age should be 18 to 45 years as on 01 January 2026.
Age relaxation is available to eligible reserved categories and other candidates as per Himachal Pradesh Government rules.
Experience
No separate prior work experience is prescribed as an essential requirement for the Medical Officer (General Wing) post. However, candidates must possess the required MBBS qualification and completed internship within the prescribed eligibility date.
Salary
Selected candidates appointed as Medical Officer (General Wing) (Job Trainee) will receive a fixed ₹34,000 per month as per the applicable Job Trainee engagement scheme.
Selection Process
The selection process consists of:
- Screening Test / Subject Aptitude Test
- Subject Aptitude Test (SAT)
- Personality Test
- Document Verification and other prescribed formalities
The written examination includes questions related to Himachal Pradesh General Knowledge, national and international affairs, Hindi and English, followed by the subject aptitude assessment.
How to Apply for HPPSC Medical Officer Recruitment 2026
Eligible candidates should apply only through the official HPPSC online recruitment portal.
- Visit the official HPPSC website.
- Complete One Time Registration (OTR) if required.
- Log in and select the Medical Officer Recruitment 2026 advertisement.
- Enter your personal and educational details.
- Upload the required photograph, signature and documents.
- Pay the ₹600 application fee online.
- Review the application carefully and submit it before the deadline.
- Save/print the submitted application for future reference.
Official Apply Link
Candidates interested in the 228 Medical Officer vacancies should submit their application through the official HPPSC portal before 16 October 2026, 11:59 PM.
Official HPPSC Apply Online Portal
Details PDF
Before applying, candidates should read the official HPPSC recruitment notification carefully. The detailed notification contains the complete vacancy distribution, eligibility conditions, reservation rules, examination scheme, fee, documents and other important instructions.
Download HPPSC Medical Officer Recruitment 2026 Details PDF
Important Links
| Link | Details |
| Apply Online | Click Here to Apply Online |
| Details PDF | Click Here to Download Official Notification |
| Official Website | Visit HPPSC Official Website |
FAQs – HPPSC Medical Officer Recruitment 2026
Q1. How many vacancies are available in HPPSC Medical Officer Recruitment 2026?
There are 228 Medical Officer (General Wing) Job Trainee posts.
Q2. What is the qualification for HPPSC Medical Officer Recruitment?
Candidates must possess a recognised MBBS qualification and completed compulsory rotating internship.
Q3. Is experience required?
No separate prior work experience is specified as an essential requirement for the general Medical Officer post. However, all prescribed eligibility conditions must be fulfilled.
Q4. What is the age limit?
The age limit is 18 to 45 years as on 01 January 2026, subject to applicable relaxation.
Q5. What is the application fee?
The application fee is ₹600 for all candidates as specified in the notification.
Q6. What is the salary?
The Medical Officer Job Trainee receives ₹34,000 per month as a fixed amount.
Q7. What is the last date to apply?
The last date is 16 October 2026 up to 11:59 PM.
Q8. What is the selection process?
Selection is through a Screening Test/Subject Aptitude Test followed by a Personality Test.