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HPPSC HPAS Preliminary Examination

Last Updated

6th June 2026

Importance of the Post

The HPAS Combined Competitive Examination, conducted by HPPSC, is a prestigious gateway for candidates seeking administrative roles in Himachal Pradesh's state government. Success in this exam opens opportunities for a stable and respected career in public service, offering significant responsibilities and long-term growth within the civil administration. Importance of the Post

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HPPSC HPAS Preliminary Exam 2025 results announced for 30 government posts Highlighted Information

Short Information

The Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission has released the results for the HPAS Combined Competitive Preliminary Examination 2025. This exam is conducted to select candidates for various administrative positions within the Himachal Pradesh government. Applicants must have a bachelor's degree or an equivalent qualification from a recognized institution to be eligible. The preliminary exam serves as the first stage in a multi-phase selection process, which includes mains and interview rounds. Candidates who qualify in the preliminary stage are eligible to participate in the subsequent phases. The results are available in PDF format, listing roll numbers of successful candidates. The selection process is competitive and aims to recruit talented individuals for key government roles. Short Information

HPPSC HPAS 2027 Syllabus

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Department

Recruitment notification issued by Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission.

Stage Level

Held at the National level, applicants from this scope are eligible.

Age Criteria

Minimum Age	21 year old21 year old
Maximum Age	35 year old35 year old
Age Relaxation	Age relaxation is provided for the HPAS position according to the commission's regulations, which may include concessions for reserved categories as per government norms.Age relaxation is provided for the HPAS position according to the commission's regulations, which may include concessions for reserved categories as per government norms.

Job Type

Permanent role offered for selected candidates.

Exam Mode

Examination conducted: Offline Computer Based.

Applicants Gender

Eligibility extends to All applicants.

Vacancy

Detail

Post Name	Total Post
HP Administrative ServicesHP Administrative Services	22
Block Development OfficerBlock Development Officer	99
TehsildarTehsildar	99

Common Information

Trends

Points: Year Vacancies
20252025 3030
Computed At: 6th June 20266th June 2026

Year	Vacancies
20252025	3030

Application Fees

Category Wise

General	600 Rs/-600 Rs/-
Obc	150 Rs/-150 Rs/-
Ews	600 Rs/-600 Rs/-
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Important Dates

Applications open	Predicted 13th April 2027Predicted 13th April 2027
Application closes	Predicted 13th April 2027Predicted 13th April 2027
Exam Fee Payment End Date	Predicted 10th May 2027Predicted 10th May 2027
Exam Date

Section	Topics
Prelims Paper-I — General StudiesPrelims Paper-I — General Studies	Current events of national, international and Himachal Pradesh state importance; Indian History — ancient, medieval, modern, freedom movement; History & culture of Himachal Pradesh; Indian & Himachal Pradesh Geography — physical, social, economic; Indian & Himachal Pradesh Polity, Constitution & Governance; Economic & social development; Environmental ecology, biodiversity & climate change; General science & technology; Static GK relevant to Himachal Pradesh.Current events of national, international and Himachal Pradesh state importance; Indian History — ancient, medieval, modern, freedom movement; History & culture of Himachal Pradesh; Indian & Himachal Pradesh Geography — physical, social, economic; Indian & Himachal Pradesh Polity, Constitution & Governance; Economic & social development; Environmental ecology, biodiversity & climate change; General science & technology; Static GK relevant to Himachal Pradesh.
Prelims Paper-II (CSAT — qualifying)Prelims Paper-II (CSAT — qualifying)	Comprehension; Interpersonal skills; Logical & analytical reasoning; Decision making; Mental ability; Class X-level numeracy; Data interpretation.Comprehension; Interpersonal skills; Logical & analytical reasoning; Decision making; Mental ability; Class X-level numeracy; Data interpretation.
Mains — General Studies (multiple papers)Mains — General Studies (multiple papers)	GS Paper-I — Indian heritage & culture, history & geography of India and Himachal Pradesh, world history. GS Paper-II — Indian Constitution, polity, social justice, international relations, governance. GS Paper-III — Indian economy, agriculture, science & technology, environment, security, disaster management. GS Paper-IV — Ethics, integrity & aptitude with case studies.GS Paper-I — Indian heritage & culture, history & geography of India and Himachal Pradesh, world history. GS Paper-II — Indian Constitution, polity, social justice, international relations, governance. GS Paper-III — Indian economy, agriculture, science & technology, environment, security, disaster management. GS Paper-IV — Ethics, integrity & aptitude with case studies.
Mains — Compulsory Language & English Papers (qualifying)Mains — Compulsory Language & English Papers (qualifying)	State language paper — comprehension, précis, essay, translation in the official language of Himachal Pradesh. English language paper — comprehension, précis, essay, grammar.State language paper — comprehension, précis, essay, translation in the official language of Himachal Pradesh. English language paper — comprehension, précis, essay, grammar.
Mains — Optional Subject (where applicable)Mains — Optional Subject (where applicable)	Candidate's chosen optional from the list provided in the Himachal Pradesh PSC notification — usually 25-30 subjects covering humanities, sciences, languages.Candidate's chosen optional from the list provided in the Himachal Pradesh PSC notification — usually 25-30 subjects covering humanities, sciences, languages.
Personality Test / InterviewPersonality Test / Interview	Conducted by the Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission. Assesses leadership, communication, decision-making, awareness of state-specific affairs and suitability for civil service.Conducted by the Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission. Assesses leadership, communication, decision-making, awareness of state-specific affairs and suitability for civil service.

Section

Topics

Prelims Paper-I — General Studies

Current events of national, international and Himachal Pradesh state importance; Indian History — ancient, medieval, modern, freedom movement; History & culture of Himachal Pradesh; Indian & Himachal Pradesh Geography — physical, social, economic; Indian & Himachal Pradesh Polity, Constitution & Governance; Economic & social development; Environmental ecology, biodiversity & climate change; General science & technology; Static GK relevant to Himachal Pradesh.

Prelims Paper-II (CSAT — qualifying)

Comprehension; Interpersonal skills; Logical & analytical reasoning; Decision making; Mental ability; Class X-level numeracy; Data interpretation.

Mains — General Studies (multiple papers)

GS Paper-I — Indian heritage & culture, history & geography of India and Himachal Pradesh, world history. GS Paper-II — Indian Constitution, polity, social justice, international relations, governance. GS Paper-III — Indian economy, agriculture, science & technology, environment, security, disaster management. GS Paper-IV — Ethics, integrity & aptitude with case studies.

Mains — Compulsory Language & English Papers (qualifying)

State language paper — comprehension, précis, essay, translation in the official language of Himachal Pradesh. English language paper — comprehension, précis, essay, grammar.

Mains — Optional Subject (where applicable)

Candidate's chosen optional from the list provided in the Himachal Pradesh PSC notification — usually 25-30 subjects covering humanities, sciences, languages.

Personality Test / Interview

Conducted by the Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission. Assesses leadership, communication, decision-making, awareness of state-specific affairs and suitability for civil service.

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