HPAS Combined Competitive Examination 2026: Apply Online for 22 Vacancies

The Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission (HPPSC) has released an advertisement for the H.P. Administrative Service Combined Competitive Examination-2026.

The recruitment is for different posts in the Government of Himachal Pradesh. A total of 22 vacancies are mentioned in the advertisement. The posts include H.P. Administrative Services, Block Development Officer, District Controller, District Treasury Officer and Tehsildar.

The advertisement is dated 26 August 2026. The last date to submit the online application and pay the examination fee is 22 September 2026 up to 11:59 PM.

HPAS Recruitment 2026 Overview

The advertisement states that the number of vacancies may increase or decrease.

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Vacancy Details

There are 22 posts in total.

The post-wise reservation details are also given in the advertisement. The HPAS post has 4 vacancies, BDO has 10, District Controller has 1, District Treasury Officer has 1 and Tehsildar has 6 vacancies.

Educational Qualification

Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification from a recognised University.

The same basic educational qualification is prescribed for the posts covered under this examination.

Candidates who have appeared in the qualifying examination and whose result has not been declared may also apply, subject to the conditions given in the advertisement.

The advertisement also mentions a desirable qualification of knowledge of the customs, manners and dialects of Himachal Pradesh and suitability for appointment in the conditions prevailing in the state.

Age Limit

The candidate must have attained 21 years and must not have attained 35 years as on 1 January 2026.

A relaxation of 5 years is available to eligible SC, ST, OBC, Persons with Disabilities and Children/Grandchildren of Freedom Fighters of Himachal Pradesh, but only where the post is reserved for the concerned category.

Special age provisions are also available for certain H.P. Government employees and Ex-Servicemen as specified in the advertisement.

Salary / Pay Scale

The advertisement gives the following pay levels:

These are the pay scales stated in the post details table of the advertisement.

Application Fee

The HPPSC advertisement prescribes a uniform examination fee of ₹600 for all candidates, irrespective of category.

The fee must be paid online through the prescribed digital payment modes. The fee once paid will not be refunded.

Selection Process

The selection will be conducted in three stages:

1. Preliminary Examination
2. Main Examination
3. Personality Test

The final ranking will be based on the marks obtained in the Main Examination and Personality Test. Preliminary Examination marks are not counted for the final merit.

Preliminary Examination

There will be two objective papers:

• General Studies – 200 marks
• Aptitude Test – 200 marks

Each paper will have 100 questions and the duration of each paper will be 2 hours.

The Aptitude Test is qualifying with a minimum of 33% marks. Candidates must appear in both papers. There is also negative marking of one-third of the marks for a wrong answer.

Main Examination

The Main Examination includes compulsory papers and one optional subject.

The compulsory papers are:

• English – 100 marks
• Hindi – 100 marks
• Essay – 100 marks
• General Studies-I – 200 marks
• General Studies-II – 200 marks
• General Studies-III – 200 marks

The optional subject has two papers of 100 marks each.

Job Location

The posts are under different departments of the Government of Himachal Pradesh.

Therefore, the job location is Himachal Pradesh, with the actual place of posting depending on the service/post allotted.

The examination centres listed by HPPSC include Bilaspur, Chamba, Hamirpur, Kangra, Dharamshala, Palampur, Kullu, Mandi, Shimla, Nahan, Solan, Una, Sundernagar and Rampur Bushahr.

Important Dates

The advertisement does not give a fixed Preliminary Examination date. Candidates should check the HPPSC website for further updates.

How to Apply

Eligible candidates have to apply online through the official HPPSC website.

1. Visit the HPPSC website.
2. Click on Apply Online.
3. Register through One Time Registration (OTR) for Examinations, if not already registered.
4. Log in to the OTR account.
5. Select the live advertisement for HPAS Combined Competitive Examination-2026.
6. Fill in the required details.
7. Upload the required documents.
8. Pay the ₹600 examination fee online.
9. Check the application carefully.
10. Submit the application before the closing date.

The Commission states that the application will be treated as successfully submitted only after the fee is acknowledged and credited to the Commission’s account.

Official HPPSC Website: Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission

Documents Required

Candidates have to upload documents supporting their claims. The advertisement specifically lists:

• Matriculation Certificate for age proof
• Bachelor’s Degree Certificate
• Marks Sheets of all years or consolidated marksheet
• Valid category certificate, where applicable
• Bonafide Himachali Certificate for reserved category candidates
• Valid EWS/BPL Certificate, where applicable
• Ex-Servicemen Discharge Certificate/Service Book, where applicable
• Other required certificates mentioned for specific reserved categories

Regular Government employees must follow the NOC/information requirements given in the advertisement.

Important Points for Candidates

Candidates from states other than Himachal Pradesh who belong to SC, ST, OBC, WFF or other reserved categories will be treated as Unreserved candidates for this recruitment. They will not get the H.P. reservation benefit or related age relaxation.

Candidates must enter their date of birth carefully. HPPSC accepts the date of birth recorded in the Matriculation/Secondary Examination Certificate or equivalent certificate.

Candidates should also upload clear and readable documents. The Commission can reject an application if the required documents are missing or not readable.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. How many vacancies are available in HPAS Recruitment 2026?

There are 22 vacancies in total.

2. Which posts are included?

The posts are HP Administrative Services, Block Development Officer, District Controller, District Treasury Officer and Tehsildar.

3. What is the qualification?

Candidates need a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent from a recognised University.

4. What is the age limit?

The normal age limit is 21 to 35 years as on 1 January 2026.

5. What is the application fee?

The examination fee is ₹600 for all candidates.

6. What is the last date to apply?

The last date is 22 September 2026 up to 11:59 PM.

7. What is the selection process?

Selection consists of Preliminary Examination, Main Examination and Personality Test.

8. How many vacancies are there for BDO?

There are 10 Block Development Officer vacancies.

9. How many HPAS vacancies are available?

There are 4 HP Administrative Services vacancies.

10. Is the Preliminary Examination date announced?

No. The uploaded advertisement does not give a fixed Preliminary Examination date. Candidates should check HPPSC updates.

Official Notification:

Important: The vacancy count, qualification, age, fee and dates above have been kept strictly according to the uploaded HPPSC Advertisement No. 59/8-2026. No separate application-start date or examination date has been added because it is not stated in the advertisement.