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HPSC Assistant Director Syllabus 2026
The Haryana Public Service Commission selects the Assistant Director, Industrial Safety and Health, through a Subject Knowledge Test and an interview. The test is a written subjective paper of three hours carrying 150 marks, and only candidates scoring at least 35% in it are called for the viva-voce.
Last Updated 16 August 2026
Selection Stages
| Stage | Mode | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subject Knowledge Test | Written, subjective | 150 | 3 hours |
| Interview / viva-voce | Interview | As notified | — |
Exam Pattern
| Section | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subject Knowledge Test — Industrial Safety and Health | Subjective | 150 | 3 hours |
Negative marking. Not applicable — the Subject Knowledge Test is subjective rather than objective.
Subject-wise Syllabus
Industrial Safety
- Safety management systems
- Hazard identification and risk assessment
- Accident investigation and reporting
- Personal protective equipment
- Machine guarding
- Electrical safety
- Fire safety and emergency planning
Industrial Health and Hygiene
- Occupational diseases
- Industrial toxicology
- Noise, vibration and illumination
- Ventilation
- Ergonomics
- Occupational health surveillance
Legislation
- Factories Act and rules
- Industrial disputes and labour legislation
- Environment protection legislation
- Statutory returns and inspections
Engineering fundamentals
- Plant layout and process safety
- Pressure vessels and boilers
- Material handling
- Chemical process hazards
Important Links
Official Links
- Official WebsiteVisit
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