The Food, Civil Supplies and Consumer Affairs Department, Haryana has opened applications for 2,651 new Fair Price Shop (FPS) licence vacancies across villages and urban wards in the state. This is a licence/self-employment opportunity, not a salaried government employee recruitment.
Applicants must apply for an FPS vacancy available in the same village or urban ward where they reside. The official Haryana instructions require applicants to be 21 to 45 years old, have at least 10+2 qualification, possess basic computer knowledge, and complete the application through the Antyodaya SARAL portal, which redirects applicants to the Haryana Public Distribution System portal.
Haryana FPS Licence 2026 Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Department | Food, Civil Supplies and Consumer Affairs Department, Haryana |
| Opportunity | New Fair Price Shop (FPS) Licence |
| Total openings | 2,651 |
| Nature | Licence / self-employment opportunity |
| Area | Villages and urban wards across Haryana |
| Application mode | Online |
| Application portal | Antyodaya SARAL / HPDS |
| Application start | 10 October 2026 |
| Last date | 10 November 2026 |
| Age | 21–45 years |
| Minimum education | 10+2 |
| Computer requirement | Basic computer knowledge |
| Local residency | Mandatory for the concerned village/ward |
Haryana FPS Vacancy Details
The official Haryana Food Department has published a district-, block-, village- and ward-wise vacancy list covering 2,651 FPS openings.
The vacancy document identifies each location and shows whether the opening is available to all eligible applicants or reserved for female applicants.
Candidates should check the official vacancy list before applying because an application can be submitted only against an FPS vacancy available in the applicant’s own locality.
Eligibility for Haryana Fair Price Shop Licence
The official Haryana instructions specify the following basic conditions:
| Requirement | Condition |
|---|---|
| Residency | Applicant must be a resident of the locality for which the FPS licence is sought |
| Age | 21 to 45 years |
| Education | Minimum 10+2 |
| Computer knowledge | Basic computer knowledge certificate required |
| Family ID | Haryana Parivar Pehchan Patra / Family ID used in the online process |
| Premises | Proof of proposed shop premises and site map required |
| Verification | Field verification by the concerned Area Inspector |
Applicants should also check the applicable Haryana Targeted Public Distribution System licensing rules and the current instructions before submitting the form.
Women Reservation
The vacancy list separately identifies FPS openings reserved for female applicants. Candidates should check their exact village or ward entry in the official vacancy document before selecting a vacancy.
Age Limit
Applicants must be 21 to 45 years old.
The official instructions state this age range but candidates should rely on the current portal and applicable Haryana rules for any category-specific provision.
Use the Age Calculator to check your completed age before applying.
Educational Qualification and Computer Knowledge
Applicants must have passed at least Class 12 / 10+2 and must possess a Basic Computer Knowledge Certificate.
Candidates should keep the original certificates ready because the concerned Area Inspector may verify original documents during field verification.
Is This a Government Job?
No. An FPS licence authorises the selected person to operate a Fair Price Shop under Haryana’s Public Distribution System. It should not be treated as a regular government post, government salary appointment, or ordinary employment recruitment.
The final decision to grant the licence rests with the competent Licensing Authority after application scrutiny and field verification.
Application Fee and Licence Charges
The official application instructions reviewed for this drive do not state an application fee on the instruction sheet itself.
Candidates should check the live SARAL/HPDS service before making any payment and should pay only charges displayed or required through the official Haryana system. Do not rely on third-party payment links.
Selection and Verification Process
The official process includes:
- online application through Antyodaya SARAL;
- selection of an available FPS vacancy in the applicant’s locality;
- Family ID / PPP-based applicant identification;
- entry of proposed place-of-business details;
- online submission and generation of an application number;
- field verification by the concerned Area Inspector;
- document scrutiny; and
- final decision by the competent Licensing Authority.
Submitting an application does not guarantee allotment of an FPS licence.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Vacancy/instruction update | 9–10 October 2026 |
| Online applications | From 10 October 2026 |
| Last date | 10 November 2026 |
Candidates should confirm the closing time shown on the live SARAL/HPDS service before final submission.
How to Apply for Haryana FPS Licence 2026
- First open the official Haryana Food Department FPS page and check the district/village/ward-wise vacancy list.
- Confirm that an FPS vacancy exists in the village or urban ward where you are a resident.
- Use the Eligibility Pre-check to organise your age, education and locality conditions before starting.
- Keep the required records ready using the Government Job Document Checklist.
- Open the Antyodaya SARAL Portal and log in with your registered credentials.
- Search for the service New FPS Licence and initiate the process.
- Continue to the HPDS portal when redirected.
- Click Check Vacancy, select the available FPS vacancy in your own area and enter your Family ID / PPP ID.
- Select your name from the family-member list and verify the personal information populated from the Haryana Parivar Pehchan Authority database.
- Enter the proposed place-of-business details and complete the remaining information.
- Review the application carefully and submit it online.
- Save the generated application number and SMS confirmation for future tracking.
For a general field-by-field application workflow, see How to Fill Government Job Online Application Forms Correctly.
Documents Required for Field Verification
The official Haryana instructions ask applicants to keep the following originals/information ready:
- recommendation for Fair Price Shop licence;
- Basic Computer Knowledge Certificate;
- educational qualification certificate showing minimum 10+2;
- applicant photograph;
- signature photograph;
- rent, lease, agreement or ownership proof for the proposed premises;
- site map of the proposed FPS premises;
- undertaking that the applicant is not a close family member of the Sarpanch/MC as specified in the rules;
- undertaking that the applicant’s FPS licence has not previously been cancelled;
- income proof.
Applicants should keep original documents and self-attested photocopies where applicable for field verification.
Important Instructions
- Apply only for an FPS vacancy in your own locality.
- Use only the official SARAL/HPDS application route.
- Keep your Family ID / PPP details ready.
- Ensure the proposed shop-premises information is correct.
- Keep originals available for field verification.
- Do not treat the opportunity as a salaried government job.
- Save the application number after successful submission.
Important Links
| Link | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Haryana Food Department FPS Page | Official FPS information |
| Official FPS Licence Instructions | Eligibility, documents and application steps |
| Official 2,651 FPS Vacancy List | District/village/ward-wise openings |
| Antyodaya SARAL Portal | Online application portal |
Haryana FPS Licence 2026 FAQs
How many FPS licence openings are available in Haryana?
The official vacancy list covers 2,651 Fair Price Shop openings across villages and urban wards in Haryana.
Is Haryana FPS Licence 2026 a government job?
No. It is a licence/self-employment opportunity to operate a Fair Price Shop under the Public Distribution System.
What is the age limit?
The official applicant instructions specify 21 to 45 years.
What education is required?
Applicants must have at least 10+2 qualification and a Basic Computer Knowledge Certificate.
Can I apply for an FPS vacancy in another village or ward?
No. The official instructions require the applicant to be a resident of the locality for which the FPS licence is being sought.
How do I apply?
Apply through Antyodaya SARAL, select the New FPS Licence service, continue to HPDS, choose an available vacancy in your locality and submit the required details.