HPPSC HPAS Recruitment 2026: Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission (HPPSC) has officially released the advertisement notice for recruitment to the Himachal Pradesh Administrative Service Combined Competitive Examination 2026. The recruitment drive aims to fill 22 vacancies for various prestigious administrative posts, including HP Administrative Service, Block Development Officer, District Controller, District Treasury Officer, and Tehsildar under Advertisement Number 59/8-2026. The HPPSC HPAS Recruitment 2026 notification has been released on 26/08/2026. Eligible candidates can submit their online applications starting from 26/08/2026, and the final date to apply online is 22/09/2026 till 11:59 PM.
This state-level combined competitive examination presents an excellent opportunity for graduates seeking executive and administrative positions in the Himachal Pradesh government. Before filling out the Online Recruitment Application (ORA), applicants must ensure they meet the specific eligibility requirements, age criteria, and document submission guidelines outlined by the commission.
HPPSC HPAS Notification 2026 Overview
| Recruitment Organization | Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission |
| Post Name | HP Administrative Service Combined Competitive Examination 2026 (HPAS, BDO, Tehsildar, etc.) |
| Advt. No. | 59/8-2026 |
| Total Vacancy | 22 |
| Pay Scale | Level 13 to Level 18 (Rs. 46,000 – 1,77,500/-) |
| Notification Date | 26/08/2026 |
| Category | HPPSC HPAS Notification 2026 |
| Official Website | hppsc.hp.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Notification Release Date | 26/08/2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 26/08/2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 22/09/2026 (11:59 PM) |
Application Fees
| Category | Fee |
| UR / Gen / OBC / EWS / SC / ST / PWD / ESM / Female | Rs. 600/- |
| Mode of Payment | Online |
Age Limit, Vacancy Details, and Qualification
Age Limit: The age limit for HPPSC HPAS Notification 2026 is 21-35 Years. The cutoff date for the calculation of the age limit is 01.01.2026. (Use Age Calculator). Age Relaxation will be given as per the rules.
| Post Name | Vacancy | Qualification |
| H.P. Administrative Services | 4 | Any Graduate |
| Block Development Officer | 10 | Any Graduate |
| District Controller (Food, Civil Supplies & Consumer Affairs) | 1 | Any Graduate |
| District Treasury Officer | 6 | Any Graduate |
| Tehsildar | 1 | Any Graduate |
HPPSC HPAS Notification 2026 Selection Process
The selection process for HPPSC HPAS Notification 2026 includes the following stages:
- Screening / Preliminary Exam
- Mains Written Examination
- Personality Test (Interview)
- Document Verification
How to Apply for HPPSC HPAS Notification 2026
Follow these steps to apply for HPPSC HPAS Notification 2026:
- Visit the HPPSC official website portal at (https://www.hppsc.hp.gov.in/hppsc).
- Click on the “Apply Online” link on the home page and select “One Time Registration (OTR) for Examinations”.
- Complete the “New Registration” if not registered previously, or log into your existing OTR account dashboard.
- Find Advertisement Number 59/8-2026 and click apply.
- Capture your mandatory live photograph and upload requisite documents (Matriculation certificate, Graduation degree/marksheets, Category certificate if applicable).
- Select your choice of examination centre and choose one Optional Subject for the Mains Examination.
- Accept the online undertaking declaration, preview your details, pay the Rs. 600/- application fee via Debit Card, Credit Card, or UPI, and submit your final application.
Important Links
| HPPSC HPAS 2026 Notification PDF | Notification |
| HPPSC HPAS 2026 Online Form Link | Apply Online |
| HPPSC Official Website | HPPSC |
