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  • Updated August 18, 2026 01:58 PM
  • by J Divya
  • The Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission (HPPSC) has announced the tentative exam date for the Assistant Professor (College Cadre), Group-A (Job Trainee) recruitment. As per the official press note dated 17 August 2026, the Screening Test will tentatively be held in the month of September 2026, from the second week onwards. This applies to posts advertised under Advertisement Nos. 33/6-2026 to 55/6-2026 in the Department of Higher Education, H.P. The detailed exam schedule, including exact dates and exam city details, has not been released yet and will be notified separately.
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HPPSC Assistant Professor Exam Date 2026 - Quick Overview

ParticularsDetails
Recruiting BodyHimachal Pradesh Public Service Commission (HPPSC)
Post NameAssistant Professor (College Cadre), Group-A (Job Trainee)
DepartmentDepartment of Higher Education, H.P.
Advertisement Numbers33/6-2026 to 55/6-2026
Exam Date NoticeNo. 3-26/2026-PSC(R-I)-I, dated 17.08.2026
Tentative Screening TestSeptember 2026 (second week onwards)
Official Websitehppsc.hp.gov.in
  • Here is a quick snapshot of the HPPSC Assistant Professor Exam Date 2026 announcement and the recruitment it relates to.

HPPSC Assistant Professor Important Dates 2026

EventDate
Advertisement Nos. 33/6-2026 to 55/6-2026 released17 June 2026
Online application start07 June 2026
Application deadline first extended to15 August 2026
Application deadline further extended to (official notice dated 14.08.2026)25 August 2026, 11:59 PM
Screening Test exam date press note issued17 August 2026
Screening Test (tentative)Second week of September 2026 onwards
  • Candidates should track the dates below. Dates marked "official" come directly from HPPSC's press note/notices; others are drawn from the recruitment advertisement as reported in the notification.

About the Official Exam Date Press Note

  • The press note was issued under memo number 3-26/2026-PSC(R-I)-I, dated 17 August 2026, and signed by Nivedita Negi, IAS, Secretary, HPPSC. It confirms that the Commission has decided to conduct the examination for Assistant Professor (College Cadre), Group-A (Job Trainee) posts tentatively in September 2026, from the second week onwards.
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HPPSC Assistant Professor Vacancy Details 2026

SubjectVacancies
English39
Chemistry34
Hindi34
Physics25
Mathematics25
Physical Education23
Botany20
Zoology20
Geography20
History19
Sociology17
Political Science16
Commerce15
Public Administration14
Psychology13
Economics10
Geology6
Sanskrit6
Philosophy5
Music-Vocal4
Music-Instrumental4
Dance2
Tabla2
Total373
  • The Screening Test covered by this exam-date announcement relates to the Higher Education subject vacancies advertised under Advertisement Nos. 33/6-2026 to 55/6-2026. As reported in HPPSC's recruitment advertisement, a total of 373 vacancies are on offer across the following subjects:

How to Apply for HPPSC Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026

  • Note: As per the official notice dated 14 August 2026, the window to submit fresh online applications for Advertisement Nos. 33/6-2026 to 55/6-2026 closes on 25 August 2026 at 11:59 PM. Applications through any mode other than the official HPPSC website will not be accepted.
  • Visit the official HPPSC website, hppsc.hp.gov.in.
  • Click on the "Apply Online" link for the relevant advertisement.
  • Complete One Time Registration (OTR) if not already registered.
  • Log in using your generated OTR credentials.
  • Select the relevant Assistant Professor subject/advertisement number.
  • Fill in personal, educational, and category details.
  • Upload the required documents and photograph/signature.
  • Pay the applicable application fee online.
  • Submit the form and download the confirmation page for your records.
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HPPSC Assistant Professor Selection Process

  • Selection for the post is a two-stage process:
  • Screening Test: A written test (Computer Based Test or offline mode) used to shortlist candidates for the next stage. Candidates must secure the minimum qualifying marks fixed by the Commission.
  • Personality Test (Interview): Shortlisted candidates are called for an interview assessing subject knowledge, communication skills, academic aptitude, and overall suitability for the post.

Important Instructions for Candidates

  • The Screening Test date (second week of September 2026 onwards) is tentative. The exact date has not been announced.
  • Keep checking the official HPPSC website regularly for the detailed schedule, admit card, and exam city intimation slip.
  • Applications submitted through any mode other than the official HPPSC online portal will be rejected.

HPPSC Assistant Professor Exam Date 2026 - Important Links

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Q1. What is the HPPSC Assistant Professor exam date 2026?

  • As per the official press note dated 17 August 2026, the Screening Test is tentatively scheduled for September 2026, from the second week onwards.

Q3. Which advertisement numbers does this exam date apply to?

  • This announcement applies to Assistant Professor (College Cadre), Group-A (Job Trainee) posts advertised under Advertisement Nos. 33/6-2026 to 55/6-2026 in the Department of Higher Education, H.P.

Q5. What is the selection process for HPPSC Assistant Professor?

  • Selection involves a Screening Test followed by a Personality Test (interview) for shortlisted candidates.
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