The Law Officer (English) Recruitment 2026 announced by the Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission offers a strong career opportunity for legal professionals with courtroom experience. This recruitment drive invites eligible advocates to apply online for six Group-B Gazetted posts under the Department of Personnel, Himachal Pradesh. This HPPSC Law Officer (English) Recruitment 2026 is specifically designed for candidates who possess a professional law degree and have at least five years of experience practicing as an advocate. The selected candidates will be appointed as Job Trainees and will receive fixed monthly emoluments of ₹28,000. The recruitment is governed by the State Government’s Job Trainee engagement policy. It aims to bring experienced legal professionals into administrative roles where they can contribute to legal drafting, advisory functions, and policy-related matters. Candidates must carefully verify eligibility conditions before applying. The selection process includes a screening test, a descriptive subject aptitude test, and a personality test. Only candidates meeting the required qualifying marks will move to the next stage. The screening paper evaluates knowledge of Himachal Pradesh, national and international affairs, and language proficiency in Hindi and English. The descriptive test assesses subject expertise relevant to the legal field. Final merit will be prepared based on performance in the descriptive test and interview. Reservation benefits are applicable only to bona fide residents of Himachal Pradesh as per state norms. Candidates from other states will be treated under the general category. The application process is completely online through the HPPSC One Time Registration system. Applicants must upload scanned copies of educational certificates, experience proof, category certificates (if applicable), and a recent photograph and signature. This Himachal Pradesh Vacancy 2026 provides a respectable platform for legal professionals who want to transition from court practice to a structured government role. If you are an advocate looking for a stable and rewarding government position, this recruitment is a valuable opportunity.
Authority - State Government
Application Mode - Online
Job Type - Contractual
Advertisement - 3/2-2026
Posted On
02 Mar 2026, 02:32 pm
Total Posts
06
Organization
Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission (HPPSC)
Notification Date: 01-03-2026
Last Date to Apply Online: 28-03-2026 (11:59 PM)
Last Date for Fee Payment: 28-03-2026 (11:59 PM)
General / EWS / WFF / Other State Candidates: ₹600
SC / ST / OBC / EWS (BPL) of H.P.: ₹150
Ex-Servicemen of H.P. (Completed Full Tenure): No Fee
Minimum Age: 18 Years
Maximum Age: 45 Years
Age relaxation applicable for reserved categories of Himachal Pradesh as per government rules
Professional Degree in Law from a recognized University
Minimum 5 Years Experience as an Advocate
Desirable: Knowledge of Himachal Pradesh customs and dialects
| Sl. No | Post Name | No. of Posts | Qualification | Pay Scale |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Law Officer (English) | 06 | Law Degree + 5 Years Advocate Experience | ₹28,000 per month (Fixed Emoluments) |
Visit the official HPPSC website.
Click on “Apply Online”.
Complete One Time Registration (OTR) if not already registered.
Log in to your account and select the Law Officer (English) recruitment.
Fill in personal, educational, and experience details carefully.
Upload scanned copies of required documents.
Upload recent passport-size photograph and signature.
Pay the application fee online using Debit Card/Credit Card/UPI.
Submit the application and take a printout for future reference.
Kindly read the complete official notification carefully before applying!

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