The Haryana Public Service Commission (HPSC), Panchkula has released Advertisement No. 24/2026 on 10 July 2026 inviting online applications for 02 posts of District Manager (Group-B) in the Haryana State Warehousing Corporation (HSWC). This is an excellent opportunity for graduates in Agriculture, Commerce, Biology, Economics, or Chemistry with substantial managerial experience in the handling and preservation of agricultural produce. The post carries a pay scale of Rs. 9300-34800 + Grade Pay 5400 (Level-9). Eligible candidates aged 25 to 45 years can apply online from 15 July 2026 to 04 August 2026 (up to 5:00 PM) through the official HPSC website at hpsc.gov.in. Selection generally involves a Screening Test, Subject Knowledge Test, and Interview. Candidates are advised to read the complete official notification carefully before applying.
Important Note: The last date to apply online and pay the fee is 04 August 2026, up to 5:00 PM. Applications are accepted online only through the HPSC portal – no other mode will be entertained. After paying the fee, candidates must take a printout of the application form, sign it, and upload the signed copy – failing which the application will be considered incomplete and automatically rejected. No change is allowed after final submission, so fill all particulars carefully. Eligibility regarding age, qualification, and experience is determined as on the closing date (04.08.2026) – no certificate issued after this date will be accepted at any stage.
Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Body | Haryana Public Service Commission (HPSC), Bays No. 1-10, Block-B, Sector-4, Panchkula |
| Advertisement No. | 24/2026 |
| Date of Publication | 10 July 2026 |
| Post Name | District Manager (Group-B) |
| Department | Haryana State Warehousing Corporation (HSWC) |
| Total Vacancies | 02 Posts |
| Pay Scale | Rs. 9300-34800 + Grade Pay 5400 (Level-9) |
| Application Mode | Online only |
| Job Location | Haryana |
| Official Website | www.hpsc.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Date of Publication of Advertisement | 10 July 2026 |
| Opening Date for Online Application | 15 July 2026 |
| Closing Date for Online Application | 04 August 2026 (up to 5:00 PM) |
| Closing Date for Deposit of Fee | 04 August 2026 (up to 5:00 PM) |
Application Fee
| Sr. No. | Category | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Persons of Haryana with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) with at least 40% disability | NIL |
| 2 | OSC, DSC, BC-A (Non-Creamy Layer), BC-B (Non-Creamy Layer), ESM, EWS and Women candidates of Haryana | Rs. 250/- |
| 3 | DESM candidates of Haryana belonging to their vertical category (OSC, DSC, BC-A NCL, BC-B NCL, ESM, EWS of Haryana) | Rs. 250/- |
| 4 | DESM candidates of Haryana belonging to UR category | Rs. 1,000/- |
| 5 | All remaining candidates | Rs. 1,000/- |
Payment Mode: Online only – Net Banking, Debit Card, or Credit Card, up to 5:00 PM of the closing date. Fee once paid will not be refunded under any circumstances. Applications without the prescribed fee (unless remission is claimed) will be summarily rejected.
Age Limit (As on 04 August 2026)
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 25 Years |
| Maximum Age | 45 Years |
| Age Reckoning Date | 04 August 2026 (closing date) |
Age Relaxation
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| Scheduled Castes of Haryana | 5 Years |
| Backward Classes of Haryana | 5 Years |
| PwBD (RPWD Act, 2016) | 5 Years (+5 more if PwBD candidate belongs to SC/ST/BC/EWS, subject to max 52 years) |
| Wife of military personnel disabled during military service | 5 Years |
| Widowed or legally divorced women | 5 Years |
| Judicially separated women (residing separately for over 2 years) | 5 Years |
| Unmarried women | 5 Years |
| Ex-Servicemen (incl. SSCOs and ECOs) | Military service rendered + 3 years, subject to notification conditions |
| Persons who have worked on adhoc/contract/work-charged/daily wages basis in Haryana Govt Dept/Board/Corporation (incl. Govt-aided institutions) | Equal to completed years of such service (excluding breaks), max 52 years |
Note: Age relaxation for DSC/OSC/BC-A/BC-B (NCL)/ESM categories is admissible only where posts are reserved for that category. The upper age limit for any category availing relaxation (except Ex-Servicemen) shall not exceed 52 years.
Vacancy Details – Total 02 Posts
| Post Name | Gen/Un-reserved | DSC | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| District Manager (Group-B), Haryana State Warehousing Corporation | 01 | 01 | 02 |
Eligibility – Educational Qualification and Experience
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Essential Qualification | Graduate in Agriculture, Commerce, Biology, Economics, or Chemistry |
| Experience (Graduates) | 10 years’ experience in handling and preservation of agricultural produce in a managerial capacity in a Government Department, Public Sector Undertaking, or a Commercial Organization of repute, on a post carrying a pay scale equivalent to Assistant Manager (Quality Control) (PB-2, 9300-34800+4000, Pay Level-6) in the Corporation |
| Experience (Post-Graduates) | 7 years’ experience (same nature as above) |
| Preference | Candidates holding an MBA (Marketing) degree |
| Language Requirement | Hindi or Sanskrit up to Matriculation, OR 10+2/B.A./M.A. with Hindi as one of the subjects |
Important: Qualifications are as per the relevant Service Rules. Equivalent qualification claims will NOT be considered unless specified in the Service Rules. Part-time experience will not be counted, and only experience acquired after obtaining the minimum essential qualification is considered.
Salary / Pay Scale
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Pay Scale | Rs. 9300 – 34800 + Grade Pay Rs. 5400 |
| Pay Level | Level-9 |
| Post Classification | Group-B |
Selection Process
HPSC generally follows a three-stage recruitment process:
| Stage | Details |
|---|---|
| Stage 1 | Screening Test (may be held if the number of applications is large) |
| Stage 2 | Subject Knowledge Test |
| Stage 3 | Interview |
Shortlisting Methods (if applications are large): The Commission may shortlist candidates using percentage of marks in the minimum educational qualification, weightage across different qualifications, desirable/higher qualifications, higher experience than the minimum prescribed, or a Screening Test and/or Subject Knowledge Test.
The Commission may also decide to hold a Subject Knowledge Test and Interview directly, without a Screening Test. The decision of the Commission on the exam pattern is final and binding.
Reservation Policy – Key Points
- Reservation benefit is available only to DSC/OSC/BC-A (NCL)/BC-B (NCL)/EWS/PwBD candidates who are Residents/Domiciles of Haryana State.
- BC-A/BC-B candidates falling within the Creamy Layer (as per Haryana Govt notification dated 16.07.2024) must apply under the General category.
- SC candidates must submit the latest DSC/OSC certificate as per notification No. 22/163/2024-5HR-II dated 13.11.2024.
- Women candidates seeking reservation must submit the caste certificate from the parental (father’s) side only – certificates from the in-laws’ side will not be entertained.
- BC-A/BC-B (NCL) and EWS certificates must be issued on or before the closing date, valid for FY 2026-27, and issued after 01.04.2026.
- Reserved-category candidates of Haryana with no reserved post may apply against General/UR posts (fulfilling all UR conditions except fee), attaching caste and Haryana residence certificates for fee concession.
- 2% reservation for children/grandchildren of Freedom Fighters (FF/DFF) of Haryana is admissible as per the specified notifications.
Required Documents
- Scanned photograph and signature of the candidate
- Scanned copies of degrees and mark sheets of educational qualifications
- Scanned copy of Experience Certificate issued by the Competent Authority
- Scanned copy of DSC/OSC certificate (as per notification dated 13.11.2024)
- Scanned copy of BC-A (NCL)/BC-B (NCL) certificate
- Scanned copy of EWS certificate valid for 2026-27
- Scanned copy of DESM certificate for the year 2026-27
- Scanned copy of ESM/DFF certificate
- Scanned copy of PwBD certificate (for PwBD candidates)
- Scanned copy of Aadhaar card
- Scanned copy of Haryana Resident/Domicile Certificate (if availing reservation benefits)
- Scanned copy of NOC from Department (for Haryana Govt employees who have signed a bond)
- Scanned copy of proof of adhoc/contract/work-charged/daily-wages service (for age relaxation claims)
- Scanned copy of disability certificate (for Disabled ESM)
Note: The Matriculation certificate is the only acceptable document for evidence of age/date of birth. No certificate or document issued after the closing date will be accepted at any stage.
How to Apply for HPSC District Manager Recruitment 2026?
- Visit the official HPSC website at hpsc.gov.in and register online – no other mode of application will be accepted.
- Register using your Mobile Number and Aadhaar Number. If Aadhaar data is not updated, apply using the Mobile Number.
- A login ID will be created after registration.
- Apply against Advertisement No. 24/2026, as per your qualifications, using your login ID.
- If applying via Aadhaar, ensure your Aadhaar data is updated, as it will be verified online.
- Fill in all particulars carefully – no change is allowed after final submission.
- Pay the requisite application fee online and submit the application.
- After payment, take a printout of the application form, check it, sign it, and upload the signed copy – without this, the application is treated as incomplete and automatically rejected.
Important Note: The last date is 04 August 2026, up to 5:00 PM. Apply early to avoid last-minute technical issues. For technical help, contact the HPSC Technical Helpline at 1800-1800-431 on any working day between 10:00 hrs and 16:00 hrs.
Other Important Eligibility Conditions
- Nationality: Candidate must be a citizen of India, a subject of Nepal or Bhutan, a Tibetan refugee who came to India before 01.01.1962, or a person of Indian origin migrated from specified countries with the intention of permanently settling in India.
- Eligibility regarding age, qualification, and experience is determined as on the closing date (04.08.2026).
- Candidates must declare all pending FIRs, criminal cases, allegations of misconduct, disciplinary proceedings, investigations, and civil cases known to them.
- Only experience acquired after the minimum essential qualification will be considered; part-time experience is not counted.
Important Links
| Action | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online (HPSC Registration Portal) | Click Here |
| Download Official Notification PDF (Advt. No. 24/2026) | Click Here |
| Official HPSC Website | Click Here |
HPSC Technical Helpline: 1800-1800-431 (working days, 10:00 hrs – 16:00 hrs)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. How many vacancies are there in HPSC District Manager Recruitment 2026?
✅ There are 02 vacancies for the post of District Manager (Group-B) in Haryana State Warehousing Corporation – 01 General/Unreserved and 01 DSC.
Q2. When can I apply online for HPSC District Manager Recruitment 2026?
✅ Online applications can be submitted from 15 July 2026 to 04 August 2026, up to 5:00 PM. The fee payment deadline is also 04 August 2026 (5:00 PM).
Q3. What is the age limit for HPSC District Manager Recruitment 2026?
✅ Candidates must be between 25 and 45 years as on the closing date (04.08.2026), with age relaxation for eligible categories – subject to a maximum of 52 years (except Ex-Servicemen).
Q4. What is the pay scale for the District Manager post?
✅ The pay scale is Rs. 9300-34800 + Grade Pay Rs. 5400 (Level-9), and the post is classified as Group-B.
Q5. What is the application fee for HPSC District Manager Recruitment 2026?
✅ NIL for eligible PwBD candidates of Haryana, Rs. 250/- for OSC/DSC/BC-A/BC-B (NCL)/ESM/EWS/Women candidates of Haryana, and Rs. 1,000/- for DESM (UR) and all remaining candidates.
Q6. What is the educational qualification required for this post?
✅ A Graduate in Agriculture, Commerce, Biology, Economics, or Chemistry with 10 years’ managerial experience (7 years for post-graduates) in handling and preservation of agricultural produce, plus Hindi/Sanskrit up to Matriculation or equivalent. Preference is given to MBA (Marketing) holders.
Q7. What is the selection process for HPSC District Manager Recruitment 2026?
✅ Generally a three-stage process – Screening Test, Subject Knowledge Test, and Interview. The Commission may also hold the Subject Knowledge Test and Interview directly without a Screening Test.
Q8. How do I apply for HPSC District Manager Recruitment 2026?
✅ Apply online through hpsc.gov.in by registering with your Mobile Number/Aadhaar, filling the form, paying the fee, and uploading a signed printout of the submitted application – without which the application is auto-rejected.
Q9. Is age relaxation available in this recruitment?
✅ Yes. Relaxation of 5 years applies to SC/BC of Haryana, PwBD, widowed/divorced/judicially separated/unmarried women, and wives of disabled military personnel; Ex-Servicemen get service + 3 years; and adhoc/contract workers in Haryana Govt get relaxation equal to completed service (max 52 years).
Q10. Where can I get help if I face issues while applying online?
✅ Contact the HPSC Technical Helpline at 1800-1800-431 on any working day between 10:00 hrs and 16:00 hrs.
Disclaimer: All information provided is for reference purposes only. Candidates are advised to verify all details including vacancy, eligibility, experience requirements, age relaxation, reservation conditions, and application procedure from the official notification (Advt. No. 24/2026) and the official HPSC website at hpsc.gov.in before applying.
