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HPPSC Assistant Professor (College Cadre) History Recruitment 2026
Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission
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Pay: ā¹35,000/- per month
Category State Portals
Job Type Contract
Latest Updates & Links
Latest Update: HPPSC has released the e-Admit cards for Screening Test & Subject Aptitude Test for Assistant Professor (History, English, Dance) posts.
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Eligibility Specifications
Advertisement / Notice No: 48/6-2026
Age Limits: Between 18 and 45 years (for general category).
Age Cut-off Date: Age calculated strictly on 1 January 2026.
Category Relaxations: OBC (+5 years), SC/ST (+5 years).
Note: Has non-standard/complex age relaxations. Please check the official PDF notification for details.
Allowed Qualifications: Post Graduate.
Specialized Requirements & Prerequisites:
- NET/SET/SLET qualification
- Knowledge of customs, manners and dialects of Himachal Pradesh
Document Specifications: Photo: Upload latest photograph, Signature: Upload signature
Helpline Contacts: Phone: 1800-180-8004 / 0177-2629738, Email: hppsc_shimla@msn.com
Vacancy Breakdown
Total posts: 19 vacancies
Gen/UR
11
SC
3
ST
1
OBC
2
EWS
2
Key Timelines & Fees
Application Closing Date: 25 August 2026
Physics Exam Date: 08-Sep-2026 Expected
Zoology Exam Date: 10-Sep-2026 Expected
Sanskrit & Sociology Exam Date: 14-Sep-2026 Expected
Public Administration Exam Date: 16-Sep-2026 Expected
Geography & Political Science Exam Date: 18-Sep-2026 Expected
Mathematics & Botany Exam Date: 20-Sep-2026 Expected
Psychology & Tabla Exam Date: 23-Sep-2026 Expected
Philosophy, Geology & Economics Exam Date: 28-Sep-2026 Expected
Music-Vocal Exam Date: 30-Sep-2026 Expected
Hindi & Chemistry Exam Date: 04-Oct-2026 Expected
Physical Education & Music-Instrumental Exam Date: 07-Oct-2026 Expected
History & Commerce Exam Date: 11-Oct-2026 Expected
English & Dance Exam Date: 18-Oct-2026 Expected
Screening Test Date: 18-10-2026
Application Fee (All candidates irrespective of category or gender): ā¹600
Selection & Exam Pattern
Selection Process: Written Test, Personality Test
Exam Mode: Written Test
Negative Marking: 0.25 marks deducted per wrong answer
Please double check exam stages in the official PDF notification below.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the age limit for this recruitment?
The age limit for candidates is 18 to 45 years, reckoned as on 01-01-2026.
What is the application fee for all candidates?
A uniform examination fee of ā¹600.00 shall be charged from all candidates, irrespective of category or gender.
What is the minimum qualification for the Assistant Professor (History) post?
Candidates must have a good academic record with at least 55% marks (or equivalent) in Masters Degree in the relevant subject, plus cleared the NET/SET/SLET as per UGC guidelines.