HPPSC Assistant Professor Exam Guide 2026
HPPSC Assistant Professor 2026 notification updates and complete exam guide. Check exam dates, vacancies, eligibility criteria, selection process, syllabus, and application details.
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📊 Important Dates & Schedule
| Exam Date | Exam Time | Disciplines |
|---|---|---|
| 10 August 2026 | 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM | Thoracic Surgery (CTVS), Neurology, Plastic Surgery, General Medicine, Biochemistry, ENT |
| 11 August 2026 | 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM | Neurosurgery, Cardiology, Gastroenterology, Cardiac Anaesthesia, Endocrinology, Ophthalmology, Radiology, Pathology |
| 12 August 2026 | 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM | Psychiatry, Paediatrics, Tuberculosis & Respiratory Diseases, Microbiology, Orthopaedics, Dermatology, Anaesthesia, General Surgery |
| 13 August 2026 | 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM | Forensic Medicine, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Community Medicine/Social & Preventive Medicine, Blood Bank, Medical Oncology |
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| Exam Conducting Authority | Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission (HPPSC) |
|---|---|
| Official Website | hppsc.hp.gov.in |
| Name of the Posts | Assistant Professor |
| Total Vacancies for advertisement 20/6-2026 to 30/6-2026 | 37 |
| Total Vacancies for advertisement 33/6-2026 to 55/6-2026 | 373 (Released on 17th June, 2026) |
| Selection Process | Computer-Based Screening Test/Offline Test and Personality Test |
| Exam Date and Time | 10th to 13th August 2026 |
| Exam Center Location | Himachal Pradesh |
| State | HP Government Jobs |
📊 Exam Information 3
| Advertisement No. | Post | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| 20/6-2026 | Assistant Professor (Orthopaedics) | 02 |
| 21/6-2026 | Assistant Professor (Dermatology) | 03 |
| 22/6-2026 | Assistant Professor (General Surgery) | 09 |
| 23/6-2026 | Assistant Professor (General Medicine) | 04 |
| 24/6-2026 | Assistant Professor (Anaesthesia) | 03 |
| 25/6-2026 | Assistant Professor (Biochemistry) | 02 |
| 26/6-2026 | Assistant Professor (ENT) | 02 |
| 27/6-2026 | Assistant Professor (Ophthalmology) | 03 |
| 28/6-2026 | Assistant Professor (Forensic Medicine) | 02 |
| 29/6-2026 | Assistant Professor (Obstetrics & Gynaecology) | 05 |
| 30/6-2026 | Assistant Professor (Community Medicine / Social & Preventive Medicine) | 02 |
| Total | 37 Posts |
📊 Exam Pattern & Marking Scheme
| Subject | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Music-V | 04 |
| Dance | 02 |
| Chemistry | 34 |
| Physics | 25 |
| Tabla | 02 |
| Geology | 06 |
| Botany | 20 |
| Zoology | 20 |
| Music-I | 04 |
| Physical Education | 23 |
| Psychology | 13 |
| Public Administration | 14 |
| Sanskrit | 06 |
| Economics | 10 |
| Hindi | 34 |
| History | 19 |
| Sociology | 17 |
| Philosophy | 05 |
| Geography | 20 |
| Political Science | 16 |
| Mathematics | 25 |
| English | 39 |
| Commerce | 15 |
| Total | 373 |
📊 Important Dates & Schedule
- Category
- Application Fee
- General Category
- Rs.400/
- SC/ ST/ OBC/ EWS
- Rs.100/-
- Candidates of other States
- Rs.400/-
- Ex-Servicemen of Himachal Pradesh/Blind/ Visually Impaired/Female Candidates
- No Fee
📊 Application Fee
- OBC
- 3 Years
- PWD
- 10 Years
- SC/ ST
- 5 Years
- Category
- Age Relaxation
📊 Eligibility Criteria Details
| Post | Educational Qualification |
|---|---|
| Assistant Professor (Pharmaceutical Chemistry) | Essential Qualification:Must have a Bachelor‟s Degree and Master‟s Degree in Pharmacy in an appropriate branch of specialization in Pharmacy with first Class or equivalent either at Bachelor level or Master level.Desirable Qualification:Knowledge of customs, manners and dialects of Himachal Pradesh and suitability for appointment in the peculiar conditions prevailing in the Himachal Pradesh |
| Assistant Professor (Pharmaceutics) | |
| Assistant Professor (Pharmacology) | |
| Assistant Professor (Pharmacognosy) |
📊 Exam Information 8
| Grade Point | Equivalent Percentage |
|---|---|
| 6.25 | 55% |
| 6.75 | 60% |
| 7.25 | 65% |
| 8.25 | 75% |
| 7.75 | 70% |
📊 Exam Pattern & Marking Scheme
| Paper | Syllabus |
|---|---|
| Concerned Subject (Pharmaceutics) | Health Education & Community Pharmacy Nutrition Hospital & Clinical Pharmacy Pharmaceutical Jurisprudence Clinical Pathology Pharmaceutical Chemistry Psychiatric Nursing Pharmacognosy Biochemistry Human Anatomy & Physiology Pharmacology Pharmaceutics Microbiology Personal Hygiene Midwifery & Gynaecological Nursing Sociology Psychology Medical-Surgical Nursing Anatomy & Physiology Computers in Nursing Accountancy Community Health Nursing First Aid Paediatric Nursing Toxicology Mental Health Drug Store Management |
| General Knowledge | Indian History. Indian Economy. Artists. Sports. Countries and Capitals. Indian Parliament. Tourism. Famous Places in India. Famous Books & Authors. Rivers, Lakes, and Seas. Biology. Geography. Famous Days & Dates. General Science. Heritage. Inventions and Discoveries. Literature. Civics. Environmental Issues. Indian Politics. |
| Current Affairs | Economic Issues Important Person Important Dates Indian Constitution National Economy Current events News States and Its Capitals National Affairs International Affairs |
📊 Exam Pattern & Marking Scheme
| Sr no. | Subject | No Of Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Concerned Subject | 80 Questions | 80 Marks | |
| 2. | General Knowledge | 10 Questions | 10 Marks | 2 Hours |
| 3. | Current Affairs | 10 Questions | 10 Marks | |
| Total | 100 Questions | 100 Marks |
📊 Important Dates & Schedule
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- Last Date of Online Applications
- 4th July 2026
- Start Date of Online Applications
- 8th June 2026
- HPPSC Assistant Professor Notification Released Date
- 8th June 2026
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q1.When will the HPPSC Assistant Professor Exam take place?
The HPPSC Assistant Professor Personality Test will be conducted from 10th August to 13th August 2026
Q2.Will there be negative marking in the HPPSC Assistant Professor Screening Test?
Yes, 0.25 marks will be deducted for every wrong answer.
Q3.How many vacancies have been released under this HPPSC Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026?
A total of 37+373 (410) vacancies are to be filled under this recruitment.
Q4.Is it compulsory to carry the HPPSC Assistant Professor Admit card to the exam center?
Yes, it is important to carry the HPPSC Assistant Professor Call Letter to the exam center.
Q5.Can I pay the Application Fee for the HPPSC Assistant Professor application form offline?
No, you cannot pay the application fee through a draft issued to the Commission. The application fees can be paid through online mode only.
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