Overview
The Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission (HPPSC) has announced the 2026 examination schedule for the posts of Assistant Director, Assistant Manager and Scientific Officer. The notice covers three post categories, while the combined number of vacancies has not been specified in the exam-date update. Candidates should check the post-wise schedule and admit card information through the commission’s official website.
Key Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
|---|
| Organization | Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission (HPPSC) |
| Post Name | Assistant Director, Assistant Manager and Scientific Officer |
| Total Vacancies | Not specified in the exam-date notice |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | hppsc.hp.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| Application Start | TBA / Refer to the respective recruitment advertisement |
| Last Date | TBA / Refer to the respective recruitment advertisement |
| Exam Date | Post-wise schedule announced for 2026; check official notice |
| Result Date | TBA |
Candidates must verify the exact examination date, reporting time, shift and test centre mentioned in the official schedule and their admit card. The dates may differ for each post.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- Applicants must possess the post-specific degree or higher qualification prescribed in the original HPPSC recruitment advertisement.
- Assistant Director and Assistant Manager applicants are generally required to hold a recognised university degree in the relevant discipline, subject or professional field specified for the post.
- Scientific Officer candidates must have the relevant science-based academic qualification, which may include a specialised degree or postgraduate qualification in the notified subject.
- Any required work experience, technical certification or knowledge of local customs and dialects must be fulfilled as of the eligibility cut-off date.
- Candidates should consult the original post-wise advertisement because qualifications are not detailed in the exam-date notice.
Age Limit
- The minimum and maximum age limits will be governed by the conditions stated in the respective recruitment advertisement.
- Age will be calculated on the cut-off date prescribed by HPPSC.
- Relaxation in the upper age limit will apply to eligible reserved categories in accordance with Himachal Pradesh government rules.
- Documentary proof will be required to claim age relaxation.
Fees
- The examination fee is category-specific and must be checked in the original recruitment notification.
- Any fee already paid during the application process does not need to be paid again merely to download the exam schedule or admit card.
- Fee exemptions or concessions, where applicable, are governed by HPPSC rules.
Selection Process
The recruitment process may vary by post, but candidates can generally expect the following stages:
- Screening or written examination: Eligible applicants will appear for the objective, descriptive or computer-based examination specified for their post.
- Personality test/interview or further assessment: Shortlisted candidates may be called for an interview, subject-specific assessment or other stage where prescribed.
- Document verification and final merit: Original certificates relating to education, age, category and experience will be verified before the final selection list is prepared.
Candidates must qualify at each applicable stage. Participation in the examination does not by itself guarantee appointment.
How to Apply
The application window for these posts may already have closed. Candidates who submitted valid applications can follow these steps to access the schedule and related updates:
- Visit the HPPSC website at hppsc.hp.gov.in.
- Open the section for examination notices, press notes or latest announcements.
- Find the notice concerning the Assistant Director, Assistant Manager and Scientific Officer Exam Date 2026.
- Open the PDF and locate the relevant post name or advertisement number.
- Note the examination date, shift, reporting time and instructions.
- When released, sign in to the candidate portal using the registered credentials to download the admit card.
- Print the admit card and confirm that the name, photograph, post, examination centre and timing are correct.
- Carry the admit card, an accepted photo identity document and any other required material to the examination venue.
Applicants should not submit a fresh form unless HPPSC separately reopens applications. Any discrepancy in the admit card should be reported to the commission before the examination.
Important Links
FAQs
1. Which posts are covered by the HPPSC Exam Date 2026 notice?
The schedule covers the Assistant Director, Assistant Manager and Scientific Officer examinations.
2. Where can candidates check the exact post-wise exam date?
Candidates can download the relevant exam-date notice from hppsc.hp.gov.in and match their post name or advertisement number.
3. Has the HPPSC result date been announced?
No. The result date is TBA and will be published after the applicable examination and evaluation process.
