HPPSC Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 369 Posts

Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission (HPPSC)
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Overview

HPPSC has released recruitment for 369 Assistant Professor positions across 22 subjects. Eligible candidates with a Master’s degree (33/34/55% criteria as applicable) can apply online from 17-06-2026 to 14-07-2026 through the HPPSC portal. Selected candidates will be appointed as Job Trainees with a fixed monthly emolument of Rs. 35,000.

Total Vacancies

369

Age Limit

18y - 45y

Age Details

Age Details

  • Minimum age: 18 years
  • Maximum age: 45 years as of 01-01-2026
  • A 5-year relaxation is available for eligible SC/ST/OBC (HP), Ward of Freedom Fighters, and PwBD candidates where applicable for reserved posts. Relaxation provisions are subject to subject-specific category matrices.

Eligibility

Educational Qualification

  • Master’s degree with at least 55% marks (50% for SC/ST/OBC and PwBD) in the relevant subject, from a recognized Indian University or an equivalent foreign degree.
  • Candidates must have cleared NET (UGC/CSIR) or an equivalent test (SLET/SET) unless exempted by Ph.D. conditions.
  • Ph.D. holders are exempt from NET/SLET/SET requirements, subject to prescribed criteria.
  • SET-2026 qualifiers are eligible, and the portal may reopen for SET results if declared after the regular closing date.

Age Limit

  • 18 to 45 years as on 01-01-2026, with a 5-year relaxation for eligible reserved categories as per category-specific provisions and applicable HP rules.
  • Relaxation is category-specific and only if a post is reserved for that category in the subject.

Important Dates

Application Start

TBA

Application End

14/07/26

Date Details

Important Dates

  • Notification/Advertisement 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 (CBT/Offline) & SAT Date: To be announced
  • Personality Test: To be announced (Shimla) Dates for admit cards, results, and subsequent stages will be notified separately on the official HPPSC website.

Application Fees

Application Fee

  • Rs. 600 for all candidates, non-refundable once paid.
  • Payment via online methods (Debit Card, Credit Card, UPI, etc.) through the HPPSC portal.

How to Apply

Important Instructions

  • Each subject advertisement (34/6-2026 to 55/6-2026) requires a separate Online Recruitment Application (ORA) on the HPPSC OTR portal.
  • All 22 posts carry the same pay of Rs. 35,000 per month as Job Trainee.
  • Carefully upload all required documents; documents must be legible. Corrections after submission are not allowed.
  • Refer to the subject-specific notification PDFs for category matrices and relaxation rules before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which body conducts the "HPPSC Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 369 Posts"?

The "HPPSC Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 369 Posts" is conducted by the Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission (HPPSC).

How many vacancies are there for "HPPSC Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 369 Posts"?

There are a total of 369 vacancies available for "HPPSC Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 369 Posts".

What is the age limit for "HPPSC Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 369 Posts"?

The age limit for "HPPSC Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 369 Posts" is between 18 and 45 years. Please refer to the age details section for specific relaxation rules.

What is the last date to apply for "HPPSC Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 369 Posts"?

The deadline to apply for "HPPSC Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 369 Posts" is 14/07/26.

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