Permanent Pharmacist Vacancy – Lecturer in Pharmacy at HPSC (Haryana Public Service Commission)

Lecturer in Pharmacy at HPSC

Organization: Haryana Public Service Commission (HPSC)
Location: Haryana, India
Advertisement No.: 82/2024 (Part of Advt. No. 72 to 87 of 2024)
Date of Publication: November 6, 2024
Application Portal: HPSC Website

The HPSC invites applications for the Lecturer in Pharmacy position under the Directorate of Technical Education, Haryana. This is a Group-B position in Higher Education, focusing on pharmaceutical education and aiming to recruit qualified professionals in the field. The recruitment process is open to all Indian candidates, with specific reservations applicable to Haryana-domiciled candidates.

Important Dates

• Opening Date for Online Applications: November 7, 2024
• Closing Date for Online Applications: November 27, 2024, until 5:00 PM
• Last Date for Fee Payment: November 27, 2024, until 5:00 PM

Position Details

• Post: Lecturer in Pharmacy
• Total Vacancies: 11

Category-wise Distribution:

• General (GEN): 7
• Scheduled Caste (SC): 2
• Backward Class-A (BC-A): 1
• Economically Weaker Section (EWS): 1

Reservation Note:

• Reservation benefits apply only to eligible Haryana-domiciled candidates.
• Candidates from outside Haryana will be considered under the General category unless they meet specific Haryana-based reservation criteria.

Eligibility Criteria

1. Educational Qualification

To be eligible for the Lecturer in Pharmacy position, candidates must possess:

• Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Pharmacy with First Class either in the Bachelor’s or Master’s degree from a recognized university or institution.

2. Language Requirement

• Candidates must have proficiency in Hindi or Sanskrit at the Matriculation level or higher education level.

3. Age Limit

• Minimum Age: 21 years
• Maximum Age: 42 years (as of the application closing date, November 27, 2024)

4. Age Relaxation

• SC/BC-A/BC-B Candidates of Haryana: 5 years
• Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD):
  • An additional 5 years of relaxation is granted, with further conditions for specific categories under the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016.
• Women: Specific age relaxations apply to unmarried, widowed, or judicially separated women.
• Ex-Servicemen: Age relaxation is calculated as the duration of military service plus an additional three years.

Selection Process

The selection process consists of three stages:

1. Screening Test (if applicable):

   • Type: Objective-type MCQs
   • Total Questions: 100
   • Duration: 2 hours
   • Total Marks: 100
   • Marking Scheme: Each correct answer awards 1 mark; 0.25 mark deducted for each incorrect answer. Leaving more than 10% of questions unanswered will incur additional deductions.
   • Medium of Exam: English
   • Purpose: The screening test is for shortlisting candidates and does not count toward the final selection.

2. Subject Knowledge Test:

   • Duration: 3 hours
   • Total Marks: 150
   • Minimum Qualifying Marks: 35% to qualify for the interview.
   • Weightage in Final Selection: 87.5%

3. Interview/Viva-Voce:

   • Weightage: 12.5%
   • Final Merit Calculation: The final merit list will be based on combined scores from the Subject Knowledge Test and Interview.

Note: Candidates must attend all stages. Absence at any stage, including the interview, will result in disqualification.

Salary Structure

• Pay Scale: ₹9300 – ₹34800
• Grade Pay: ₹5400 (Functional Pay Level)
• Total Compensation: Includes allowances and benefits as per Haryana Government norms.

Application Process

All applications are to be submitted online at hpsc.gov.in following these steps:

1. Registration

• Register on the HPSC website to create a login ID.

2. Fill the Application Form

• Complete the form by entering all details accurately and uploading required documents.

3. Application Fee Payment

• Fees are payable through Net Banking, Debit Card, or Credit Card.

4. Print and Sign

• Once the form is completed and submitted, download and print the application form. This printed copy, signed, must be kept for future reference.

5. Application Fee

• General (Male): ₹1000
• General (Female): ₹250
• SC/BC-A/BC-B/ESM/EWS of Haryana: No Fee
• Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD): No Fee

Note: The application fee is non-refundable, and candidates are encouraged to check eligibility thoroughly before applying.

Documents Required for Application

The following documents need to be scanned and uploaded:

1. Photograph: Recent passport-sized photo, signed by the candidate.
2. Signature: Scanned signature.
3. Educational Certificates: Degree and mark sheets showing eligibility.
4. Caste Certificates: SC, BC-A, or BC-B certificates issued for the financial year 2024-25.
5. EWS Certificate: For those applying under EWS, valid for the year 2024-25.
6. Disability Certificate: If applicable, issued by the appropriate medical authority.
7. Identification: Aadhar card, Parivar Pehchan Patra for Haryana residents availing reservation.
8. Domicile Certificate: Proof of Haryana domicile if applying for reservation benefits.
9. Experience Certificate: Required if claiming age relaxation due to prior government service in Haryana.

Special Guidelines and Important Instructions

1. Compliance: Candidates must carefully read and adhere to instructions in the HPSC guidelines. Detailed instructions are available here.
2. Eligibility Confirmation: Candidates are responsible for confirming their eligibility, as fees are non-refundable.
3. Reservation: Only Haryana-domiciled candidates are eligible for reservation. Candidates from other states will be considered under the General category.
4. Assistance for PwBD Candidates: Eligible PwBD candidates may apply for extra time or scribe assistance, providing the necessary certification.
5. Conduct and Compliance: Misconduct, impersonation, or falsified information may result in disqualification and legal consequences.

Exam Guidelines and Disqualification Criteria

1. Admit Card: Downloadable from the HPSC website.
2. Exam Language: All exams will be conducted in English.
3. Prohibited Items: Electronic devices, mobile phones, and programmable calculators are not allowed in the examination hall. Possession of these items may result in immediate disqualification.
4. Misconduct Penalties: Actions like using unfair means, impersonation, or providing false information will lead to disqualification and potential criminal charges.

Additional Provisions:

• Candidates must not leave any personal identifying marks on the answer sheets.
• Candidates must adhere to attendance rules at each selection stage.

Contact for Queries and Assistance

• Helpline: 1800 180 0431
• Email: support-hpsc@hr.v.gov.in
• Address: Haryana Public Service Commission, Bays No. 1-10, Block-B, Sector-4, Panchkula, Haryana

Candidates should contact HPSC for any issues related to application submission, fee payment, or documentation.

General Conditions and Reminders

1. Information Accuracy: Any misinformation or discrepancies in documentation may lead to rejection.
2. Withdrawal of Application: Applications cannot be withdrawn once submitted.
3. Selection Finality: HPSC’s decisions regarding eligibility and selection are final.

Important Links

• HPSC Official Website: https://hpsc.gov.in/en-us/
• HPSC Instructions: https://hpsc.gov.in/en-us/Instructions
• Detailed Advertisement (PDF): Advertisement Document

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