HPPSC Ayurvedic Medical Officer Recruitment 2026

If you hold a BAMS degree and belong to the Visually Impaired or Low Vision (PwBD) category, here is a government job opportunity from Himachal Pradesh. The Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission (HPPSC) has invited online applications for 1 Ayurvedic Medical Officer (Job Trainee) post under the Department of Ayurveda, HP. This is a backlog vacancy reserved specifically for PwBD (Visually Impaired/Low Vision) candidates.

At a Glance

What's Inside

• Who Can Apply
• Total Vacancies
• Salary Details
• Application Fee
• Selection Process
• How to Apply
• Important Dates
• Preparation Tips
• FAQs

Who Can Apply

Before you apply, check that you meet all the eligibility conditions set by HPPSC for this post.

• Qualification: You must hold a Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery (BAMS) degree from a recognized university. You must also have completed the compulsory rotatory internship.
• Age Limit: Your age should not exceed 45 years as on 01 January 2026.
• Category: This vacancy is exclusively for PwBD candidates belonging to the Visually Impaired or Low Vision category. It is a backlog vacancy.
• Registration: You need to be registered with the Himachal Pradesh Ayurvedic Council or be eligible for registration.

Age Relaxation

The upper age limit is 45 years. Age relaxation for reserved categories is as per HP government rules. Since this is a PwBD-specific vacancy, please check the official notification for any additional relaxation applicable to you.

Check the official advertisement (No. 32/2026) on hppsc.hp.gov.in for exact age relaxation details for each category.

Total Vacancies

There is 1 vacancy for the post of Ayurvedic Medical Officer (Job Trainee). This is a backlog vacancy reserved for PwBD (Visually Impaired/Low Vision) candidates only.

Salary Details

This post is on a Job Trainee basis, which means you will be paid a fixed monthly amount instead of a regular pay scale with allowances.

Since this is a Job Trainee appointment, the salary is fixed at Rs. 29,500 per month. This is not a regular pay scale appointment, so standard allowances like DA and HRA do not apply separately. Your actual take-home will depend on applicable deductions.

Application Fee

Application Fee: General/Unreserved — Rs. 600 | SC/ST/OBC of HP — Rs. 150 | Women / Ex-Servicemen / PwBD — No fee. Pay online through the HPPSC portal.

Since this vacancy is reserved for PwBD candidates, you may be exempt from the application fee. Check your category status carefully before making the payment.

Selection Process

HPPSC will select candidates for this post through a three-stage process. Here's how it works:

1. Paper-I — Computer Based Test (CBT): An objective type test covering Ayurvedic Medicine and related subjects. This paper carries 100 marks.
2. Paper-II — Descriptive (Conventional) Test: A written descriptive exam carrying 120 marks. This tests your in-depth knowledge of Ayurvedic subjects.
3. Personality Test (Interview): Shortlisted candidates will appear for a Personality Test carrying 30 marks.

The total selection process is out of 250 marks. Your final merit will be based on your combined performance across all three stages.

How to Apply

You need to apply online through the HPPSC official portal. There is no offline application mode for this post. Here are the steps:

1. Go to the official HPPSC website: hppsc.hp.gov.in
2. Look for the recruitment notification for Advertisement No. 32/2026 — Ayurvedic Medical Officer.
3. Register on the portal if you are a new user. Existing users can log in directly.
4. Fill in your personal details, educational qualifications, and category information carefully.
5. Upload your recent photograph, signature, and required documents in the prescribed format and size.
6. Pay the application fee online using debit card, credit card, or net banking (if applicable to your category).
7. Review your filled application form and submit it before the last date.
8. Save and print the submitted application form for your records.

Last Date to Apply: 17 March 2026. Make sure you submit your application before this date. Late applications will not be accepted.

Important Dates

Preparation Tips for HPPSC Ayurvedic Medical Officer Exam

There are two written papers in this selection process. Here's how you can prepare effectively:

• Download the official syllabus from the HPPSC website (hppsc.hp.gov.in) to know exactly which topics are covered in Paper-I and Paper-II.
• Paper-I is a 100-mark CBT with objective type questions on Ayurvedic Medicine — focus on core BAMS subjects like Kayachikitsa, Panchakarma, Dravyaguna, and Sharir Kriya.
• Paper-II is a 120-mark descriptive paper — practice writing structured, detailed answers. Review your BAMS textbooks and clinical notes regularly.
• For Paper-I, since it is objective type, practice multiple-choice questions to improve your speed and accuracy. You get a fixed time window, so managing your pace matters.
• For the Personality Test (30 marks), be prepared to discuss your clinical knowledge, your understanding of Ayurvedic practice in government health settings, and your motivation for the role.
• Go through previous HPPSC Medical Officer question papers to understand the pattern and difficulty level of questions asked.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q. What is the salary of Ayurvedic Medical Officer in HPPSC?

A. The salary for Ayurvedic Medical Officer (Job Trainee) in HPPSC is a fixed pay of Rs. 29,500 per month. This is a Job Trainee appointment and not a regular pay scale post, so standard allowances like DA and HRA are not added separately.

Q. What is the last date to apply for HPPSC Ayurvedic Medical Officer 2026?

A. The last date to apply for HPPSC Ayurvedic Medical Officer 2026 is 17 March 2026. You can apply online through the official HPPSC website at hppsc.hp.gov.in.

Q. What is the age limit for HPPSC Ayurvedic Medical Officer?

A. The maximum age limit for HPPSC Ayurvedic Medical Officer is 45 years, calculated as on 01 January 2026. Age relaxation is available for reserved categories as per HP government rules.

Q. How many vacancies are there in HPPSC Ayurvedic Medical Officer 2026?

A. There is 1 vacancy for the post of Ayurvedic Medical Officer (Job Trainee) under Advertisement No. 32/2026. This is a backlog vacancy reserved exclusively for PwBD (Visually Impaired/Low Vision) candidates.

Q. What qualification is needed for HPPSC Ayurvedic Medical Officer?

A. You need a Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery (BAMS) degree from a recognized university, along with completion of the compulsory rotatory internship, to be eligible for this post.

Q. What is the exam pattern for HPPSC Ayurvedic Medical Officer 2026?

A. The selection has three stages: Paper-I is a 100-mark Computer Based Test (objective type), Paper-II is a 120-mark descriptive exam, and the Personality Test carries 30 marks. The total selection is out of 250 marks.

Q. Can General category candidates apply for HPPSC Ayurvedic Medical Officer 2026?

A. No. This vacancy is a backlog vacancy reserved specifically for PwBD (Visually Impaired/Low Vision) candidates only. Candidates not belonging to this category are not eligible to apply.

Q. How to apply for HPPSC Ayurvedic Medical Officer 2026?

A. You need to apply online through the HPPSC official portal at hppsc.hp.gov.in. Register or log in, fill the application form for Advertisement No. 32/2026, pay the applicable fee, and submit before 17 March 2026.

• Examine, diagnose, and treat patients using Ayurvedic principles and prescribed medicines
• Maintain accurate patient records, case histories, and treatment documentation as per department norms
• Conduct outpatient and inpatient consultations at the assigned government Ayurvedic health centre or hospital
• Dispense and prescribe Ayurvedic medicines and therapies in line with approved formularies and guidelines
• Coordinate Panchakarma and other Ayurvedic therapeutic procedures for eligible patients
• Participate in health camps, awareness programmes, and public health activities organized by the Department of Ayurveda, HP
• Submit periodic reports and data to the department as required
• Follow all government health service protocols, safety standards, and administrative instructions