HPPSC Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026: Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission has released the HPPSC Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026 notification for 369 Assistant Professor (College Cadre), Group-A Job Trainee posts in the Department of Higher Education, Himachal Pradesh. The recruitment has been announced through 22 subject-wise advertisements, and eligible candidates can submit online applications via the HPPSC OTR portal from 17 June 2026 to 14 July 2026. Candidates with the required Master’s degree, NET/SLET/SET qualification or eligible Ph.D. qualification should read the full details before applying online.
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HPPSC Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Organization | Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission |
| Post Name | Assistant Professor |
| Cadre | College Cadre |
| Post Type | Group-A, Job Trainee |
| Department | Department of Higher Education, Himachal Pradesh |
| Total Vacancies | 369 |
| Number of Subjects | 22 |
| Advertisement Numbers | 34/6-2026 to 55/6-2026 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Registration Portal | HPPSC OTR Portal |
| Job Location | Himachal Pradesh |
| Salary | ₹35,000 per month |
| Selection Process | Screening Test, Subject Aptitude Test, Personality Test |
| Official Website | hppsc.hp.gov.in |
HPPSC Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 17 June 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 17 June 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 14 July 2026, 11:59 PM |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 14 July 2026, 11:59 PM |
| Screening Test Date | To be notified |
| Subject Aptitude Test Date | To be notified |
| Personality Test Date | To be notified |
HPPSC Assistant Professor Vacancy Details 2026
HPPSC has announced 369 Assistant Professor vacancies across 22 subjects. Candidates must apply for the correct subject advertisement because each subject has a separate vacancy count and advertisement number.
| Subject | Advertisement No. | Total Posts |
|---|---|---|
| Dance | 34/6-2026 | 2 |
| Chemistry | 35/6-2026 | 34 |
| Physics | 36/6-2026 | 25 |
| Tabla | 37/6-2026 | 2 |
| Geology | 38/6-2026 | 6 |
| Botany | 39/6-2026 | 20 |
| Zoology | 40/6-2026 | 20 |
| Music-Instrumental | 41/6-2026 | 4 |
| Physical Education | 42/6-2026 | 23 |
| Psychology | 43/6-2026 | 13 |
| Public Administration | 44/6-2026 | 14 |
| Sanskrit | 45/6-2026 | 6 |
| Economics | 46/6-2026 | 10 |
| Hindi | 47/6-2026 | 34 |
| History | 48/6-2026 | 19 |
| Sociology | 49/6-2026 | 17 |
| Philosophy | 50/6-2026 | 5 |
| Geography | 51/6-2026 | 20 |
| Political Science | 52/6-2026 | 16 |
| Mathematics | 53/6-2026 | 25 |
| English | 54/6-2026 | 39 |
| Commerce | 55/6-2026 | 15 |
| Total | — | 369 |
HPPSC Assistant Professor Education Details
To be eligible for the HPPSC Assistant Professor roles, candidates must fulfill the following academic criteria:
Master’s Degree: A Master’s degree in the relevant subject with at least 55% marks (50% for SC/ST/OBC and PwBD candidates) from a recognized Indian University or an equivalent foreign degree.
Eligibility Test: Candidates must have qualified the National Eligibility Test (NET) conducted by UGC/CSIR, or a state equivalent test accredited by HPPSC such as SLET or SET.
Ph.D. Exemption: Candidates holding a valid Ph.D. degree (awarded in regular mode with specific regulatory compliances, including published research and open viva-voce) are exempted from the NET/SLET/SET requirement.
HPPSC Assistant Professor Salary 2026
| Post | Salary |
|---|---|
| Assistant Professor, College Cadre, Group-A Job Trainee | ₹35,000 per month |
Selected candidates will be appointed as Job Trainees and will receive a fixed monthly amount of ₹35,000. The same salary applies to Assistant Professor posts across all 22 advertised subjects.
HPPSC Assistant Professor Age Limit
| Category | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| General Category | 18 to 45 years |
| SC/ST/OBC of Himachal Pradesh | Upper age relaxation as per rules |
| Persons with Disabilities of Himachal Pradesh | Upper age relaxation as per rules |
| Ward of Freedom Fighters of Himachal Pradesh | Upper age relaxation as per rules |
| Ex-Servicemen / Government Employees | As per government instructions |
The age will be calculated as on 1 January 2026. Candidates should verify age relaxation conditions from the subject-wise official notification before filling the form.
Selection Process
The hiring process for the HPPSC Assistant Professor comprises the following stages:
Paper-I (Screening Test): A 1-hour objective type test (100 marks) serving as a qualifying hurdle. It includes questions on General Knowledge of HP, National/International Affairs, English, and Hindi.
Paper-II (Subject Aptitude Test – SAT): A 3-hour descriptive paper (120 marks) based on the syllabus of the relevant academic subject.
Document Verification: Checking of original documents based on merit scores.
Personality Test: A final interview (30 marks) conducted at the HPPSC office in Shimla. Final merit is calculated out of 150 marks (SAT + Personality Test).
The selection process for HPPSC Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026 includes written tests and a Personality Test. The final merit is prepared according to the recruitment rules and marks considered by the Commission.
| Stage | Test / Process | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Stage 1 | Paper-I Screening Test | 100 |
| Stage 2 | Paper-II Subject Aptitude Test | 120 |
| Stage 3 | Personality Test | 30 |
| Final Merit | Subject Aptitude Test + Personality Test | 150 |
Paper-I is generally a screening test consisting of Himachal Pradesh GK, national and international affairs, Hindi and English. Paper-II is a descriptive Subject Aptitude Test based on the concerned subject. Candidates shortlisted after the written stages are called for the Personality Test at HPPSC, Shimla.
HPPSC Assistant Professor Application Fee 2026
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| All Candidates | ₹600 |
The application fee must be paid online through the HPPSC OTR portal. Candidates can use debit card, credit card, UPI or other available online payment options. The fee is non-refundable after successful payment.
How to Apply
Eligible candidates must complete the application process exclusively online by following these steps:
Visit the official HPPSC website at www.hppsc.hp.gov.in.
Click on the “Apply Online” link on the homepage.
Select “One Time Registration (OTR) for Examinations” and complete a “New Registration” if you do not already have an account.
Log in to your newly created or existing OTR account to access the dashboard.
Choose the advertisement corresponding to your respective subject (e.g., Mathematics – 53/6-2026) and fill out the detailed online application form.
Upload scanned copies of required documents, including your Matriculation certificate, degree mark sheets, and category/Bonafide Himachali certificates (if applicable).
Pay the mandatory application fee of Rs. 600 using the online payment gateway.
Acknowledge the declaration and submit the final form.
Download and print the final application confirmation page for future reference.
Official Links
| HPPSC Assistant Professor Official Notification PDF | Click Here |
| HPPSC Assistant Professor Apply Online Link | Click Here |
