The Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission (HPPSC) has said that they are hiring for 2025!There are 30 jobs available. Jobs are for H.P. Administrative Service, Block Development Officer, Tehsildar, and Assistant Commissioner. If you want to apply, you must have a Bachelor’s Degree from a good university.
It is also good if you know about Himachal Pradesh’s culture.You must be between 21 to 35 years old to apply.The form will be open from April 12, 2025, to May 10, 2025.The fee is ₹600 for General and EWS people, and ₹150 for SC, ST, and OBC people. To know more and apply, please visit the HPPSC website.
Overview of HPPSC HPAS Recruitment 2025
| HPPSC HPAS Recruitment Details | |
| Details | Information |
| Recruitment Authority | Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission (HPPSC) |
| Posts Available | 30 vacancies in various departments (HPAS, Block Development Officer, Tehsildar, Assistant Commissioner, etc.) |
| Educational Qualification | Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized university; knowledge of Himachal Pradesh’s culture preferred |
| Age Limit | 21 to 35 years |
| Application Start Date | April 12, 2025 |
| Application End Date | May 10, 2025 |
| Application Fee | ₹600 for General/EWS candidates; ₹150 for SC/ST/OBC candidates |
Selection Process for HPPSC HPAS Posts
| Selection Process for HPPSC | |
| Stage | Description |
| 1. Preliminary Examination | Consists of two objective-type papers: General Studies and Aptitude Test. Both carry 200 marks. The Aptitude Test is qualifying with a minimum of 33%. |
| 2. Main Examination | Includes compulsory papers (English, Hindi, Essay, and General Studies I-III) and optional subject papers. Candidates must secure 45% aggregate marks. |
| 3. Personality Test/Interview | A 150-mark interview assessing intellectual qualities, social traits, and interest in current affairs. |
| Final Merit List | Based on combined performance in the Main Examination and Personality Test. |
Application Fee Details for HPPSC HPAS Recruitment 2025
To apply for the HPPSC HPAS exam, some people have to pay money. General category people, EWS, and people from other states need to pay ₹600. SC, ST, OBC, and BPL people from Himachal Pradesh need to pay only ₹150. But some people don’t have to pay anything. These are women, blind people, and retired army people from Himachal Pradesh. You can pay the fee online on the HPPSC website.
| Application Fee Details for HPPSC | |
| Category | Application Fee |
| General Category (including General Physically Disabled/EWS/WFF/Ex-Servicemen of HP relieved before completion of normal tenure, General wards of Ex-Servicemen of HP) | ₹600 |
| Candidates from other states (including reserved categories from other states) | ₹600 |
| SC/ST/OBC/EWS (BPL) of HP (including SC/ST/OBC Ex-Servicemen of HP relieved before completion of normal tenure and SC/ST/OBC wards of Ex-Servicemen of HP) | ₹150 |
| Ex-Servicemen of HP (relieved after completion of normal tenure), Blind/Visually Impaired of HP, Female candidates | Fee Exempted |
Apply Online for HPPSC HPAS Recruitment 2025 – Direct Link
| HPPSC HPAS Detailed Notification |  |
| Official Website | |
HPPSC HPAS 2025: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the application fee for HPAS 2025?
- General/EWS/Others: ₹600
- SC/ST/OBC (HP): ₹150
- Exempted: Female candidates, Ex-Servicemen (HP), Blind/Visually Impaired (HP) candidates.
there any negative marking in the Preliminary Examination for HPAS ?
Yes, there is a negative marking of one-third of the marks assigned for each incorrect answer.
Can candidates from other states apply for HPAS 2025?
Yes, candidates from other states can apply but will be treated as General Category candidates and will not be eligible for any reservation benefits.
