HPAS — older updates
Every cycle of news + important dates we've captured for HPPSC HP Administrative Service (HPAS) Prelims, oldest cycles at the bottom. Live information is on the main exam page; this archive preserves what each previous cycle officially announced.
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Older news (32)
The HPPSC has not yet released the HPAS 2026 notification as of mid-August 2026. The typical April–May notification window has passed, and the commission appears to be running behind schedule. Candidates should monitor hppsc.hp.gov.in for official updates.
Read full notice →Archived 1 Sept 2026
The Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission has not yet released the HPAS 2026 notification as of early August, running behind the typical April-May schedule. Aspirants are advised to monitor hppsc.hp.gov.in for updates.
Read full notice →Archived 23 Aug 2026
Based on recent updates, the official notification and online application window for HPAS 2026 are tentatively expected to open in August 2026, with the preliminary examination likely scheduled for November 2026.
Read full notice →Archived 23 Aug 2026
HPPSC has released notifications for 414 Assistant Professor vacancies in medical specialties, college cadre, and super-speciality subjects. Application windows vary by category, with deadlines between July 1 and July 14, 2026.
Read full notice →Archived 3 Aug 2026
The 2025 HPAS recruitment cycle, which saw prelims on June 29 and results declared in July, concluded with the final merit list in December 2025 for 32 vacancies across HAS, HPS, Tehsildar, and BDO posts.
Read full notice →Archived 23 Aug 2026
The official HPAS 2026 notification has not been released as of early July 2026, despite the typical April–May notification window. HPPSC may be running behind schedule this year. Aspirants are advised to monitor hppsc.hp.gov.in regularly.
Read full notice →Archived 3 Aug 2026
The HPPSC conducted HPAS 2025 interviews from 22–30 December 2025 at various centers in Himachal Pradesh. The interview admit cards were released on 08 December 2025.
Read full notice →Archived 1 Sept 2026
The HPPSC announced the final HPAS 2025 result on 30 December 2025 based on performance in Mains Exam and Personality Test. The 2025 cycle recruited for 32 vacancies including posts for SDM, DSP, BDO, and Tehsildar.
Read full notice →Archived 1 Sept 2026
The HPPSC HPAS 2026 notification has not been released yet despite the typical April–May window. Aspirants are advised to monitor hppsc.hp.gov.in for the official announcement.
Read full notice →Archived 12 Jul 2026
The final interview results for the HPAS 2025 cycle, for which personality tests were conducted from December 22–30, 2025, are expected to be declared in the coming weeks. The 2025 cycle recruited for 32 vacancies across HPAS, BDO, Tehsildar, and allied posts.
Read full notice →Archived 3 Aug 2026
When the HPAS 2026 notification releases, candidates must apply through the OTR portal at hppsc.hp.gov.in. The application window typically remains open for about 4 weeks.
Read full notice →Archived 12 Jul 2026
HPPSC Interview Results 2025 expected soon
20 Jun 2026Results for HPPSC interviews conducted between 22-30 December 2025 are expected to be released soon on the official website hppsc.hp.gov.in.
Read full notice →Archived 12 Jul 2026
HPPSC has yet to release the official HPAS 2026 notification despite the usual April-May timeline. The 2025 cycle recruited 32 officers across posts like BDO, Tehsildar, and Assistant Commissioner. Candidates are advised to monitor hppsc.hp.gov.in regularly for the announcement.
Read full notice →Archived 2 Jul 2026
Based on past cycles, HPPSC typically allows 3-4 weeks for online applications via the OTR portal after notification release. Candidates should complete One Time Registration in advance and keep documents ready for swift submission.
Read full notice →Archived 2 Jul 2026
HPPSC has announced one vacancy for Scientific Officer (NDPS) with M.Sc. eligibility. The application window is open until July 7, 2026, with a contractual monthly salary of Rs. 28,000.
Read full notice →Archived 25 Jun 2026
HPPSC continues the three-tier exam structure: Prelims (400 marks screening test), Mains (900 marks across 8 papers), and Interview (150 marks). Prelims features 1/3 negative marking; Paper II (Aptitude) is qualifying at 33% threshold.
Read full notice →Archived 2 Jul 2026
Based on last year's schedule when applications opened on 13 April 2025, candidates preparing for HPAS 2026 are expecting the notification and online application portal to open in the coming weeks for top state administrative roles.
Read full notice →Archived 18 Jun 2026
Following the personality test conducted between 22-30 December 2025, HPPSC is expected to release interview results soon for candidates who qualified the HPAS 2025 Mains examination.
Read full notice →Archived 18 Jun 2026
HPPSC declared the final result for HPAS 2025 on December 30, 2025, filling 32 vacancies across administrative posts. The 2026 notification is anticipated in the coming weeks, following the Commission's typical April–May timeline.
Read full notice →Archived 11 Jun 2026
HPPSC has not yet issued the official notification for HPAS 2026 recruitment despite the usual April–May announcement period. Candidates are advised to monitor hppsc.hp.gov.in regularly for updates on the upcoming cycle's vacancy and schedule announcement.
Read full notice →Archived 18 Jun 2026
HPPSC published the final merit list for HPAS 2025 on 30 December 2025, completing the previous recruitment cycle. Interviews were held in late December, and successful candidates have been allocated to HP Administrative Service, BDO, Tehsildar, and other Class-I posts.
Read full notice →Archived 2 Jul 2026
The HPAS 2026 official notification has not been released despite the typical April-May window. Candidates are advised to monitor hppsc.hp.gov.in for updates as HPPSC may announce the recruitment cycle in the coming weeks.
Read full notice →Archived 25 Jun 2026
With the notification expected shortly, candidates are urged to regularly check hppsc.hp.gov.in and complete One Time Registration (OTR) in advance to avoid last-minute issues once the application window opens.
Read full notice →Archived 11 Jun 2026
The Commission has introduced HPPSC APPLICANT and HPPSC ATTENDANCE mobile applications to streamline the application and exam-day processes for upcoming recruitments including HPAS 2026.
Read full notice →Archived 11 Jun 2026
Candidates are monitoring the official HPPSC portal for the 2026 Combined Competitive Examination notification. Based on the annual cycle, the notification is typically released in April-May, with applications expected to open in the coming weeks.
Read full notice →Archived 4 Jun 2026
Aspirants can complete their OTR registration on the official HPPSC website ahead of the upcoming notification. The portal allows candidates to pre-register their credentials for multiple HPPSC examinations throughout the year.
Read full notice →Archived 4 Jun 2026
The HPPSC declared the final result for HPAS 2025 cycle on 30 December 2025, filling 32 vacancies across HPAS, BDO, Tehsildar and Assistant Commissioner posts.
Read full notice →Archived 12 Jul 2026
HPPSC declared the HPAS 2025 final result on December 30, 2025, with 32 candidates selected across HP Administrative Service, BDO, Tehsildar, and Assistant Commissioner posts. The interview was conducted from December 22-30, 2025.
Read full notice →Archived 25 Jun 2026
HPPSC announced the launch of two new mobile applications—HPPSC Applicant and HPPSC Attendance—to streamline candidate services and exam center management for upcoming recruitments.
Read full notice →Archived 25 Jun 2026
Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission announced the final merit list for HPAS 2025 cycle on 30 December 2025, selecting 32 candidates for administrative posts including BDO, Tehsildar, and Assistant Commissioner positions. Interview stage was conducted in late December 2025.
Read full notice →Archived 18 Jun 2026
HPPSC announced the final merit list for HPAS 2025 on December 30, 2025, following interviews conducted from December 22-30. The cycle recruited candidates for posts including HPAS, Tehsildar, BDO, and Assistant Commissioner roles across the state.
Read full notice →Archived 4 Jun 2026
The Commission released interview results for the 2025 HPAS cycle after personality tests held from December 22-30, 2025. Candidates who qualified the Mains examination appeared before the Commission panel for the 150-mark assessment.
Read full notice →Archived 4 Jun 2026
Older dates (26)
Interview / Personality Test (tentative)
Mon, 10 May, 2027100-mark final stage; conducted over multiple days for shortlisted candidates
Archived 23 Aug 2026
Final result declaration
Mon, 12 Apr, 2027Merit list based on Mains (900 marks) + Interview (150 marks); appointment letters by departments
Archived 4 Jun 2026
Personality Test / Interview
Mon, 29 Mar, 2027Final stage, 150 marks. Final merit = Mains + Interview
Archived 12 Jul 2026
Interview/Personality Test (tentative)
Thu, 18 Mar, 2027Final stage for Mains-qualified candidates. 150 marks. Conducted by HPPSC board at Shimla
Archived 18 Jun 2026
Expected Mains result and interview schedule
Sun, 14 Mar, 2027Final stage: Personality Test (150 marks)
Archived 3 Aug 2026
Interview/Personality Test phase
Mon, 1 Mar, 2027Conducted at HPPSC headquarters, Shimla; December timeline expected
Archived 11 Jun 2026
Mains result & interview schedule
Sun, 21 Feb, 2027Qualified candidates called for personality test at HPPSC Shimla
Archived 4 Jun 2026
📍HPAS 2026 Mains Exam (expected)
Mon, 15 Feb, 2027Typically held 2–3 months after Prelims result
Archived 1 Sept 2026
Interview / Personality Test
Sat, 13 Feb, 2027Final stage worth 150 marks; shortlisted candidates only
Archived 25 Jun 2026
📍Mains examination window (tentative)
Sat, 30 Jan, 2027Multi-day descriptive exam; 600 marks across 6 papers plus optional subject
Archived 23 Aug 2026
📍Mains exam window (8 papers over 4 days)
Mon, 11 Jan, 2027Descriptive papers: English, Hindi (qualifying), Essay, GS I-III, Optional (2 papers)
Archived 2 Jul 2026
📍Mains exam (8 papers over multiple days)
Tue, 29 Dec, 2026Descriptive papers: 2 language (qualifying), Essay, 3 GS, 2 Optional. Total 900 marks
Archived 12 Jul 2026
📍Tentative HPAS Mains exam window
Sun, 20 Dec, 20268 descriptive papers over multiple days; includes English, Hindi, Essay, GS, and Optional subjects
Archived 3 Aug 2026
📍Mains Examination (tentative)
Tue, 8 Dec, 2026Eight descriptive papers over multiple days conducted at Shimla centre. Total 900 marks
Archived 18 Jun 2026
Prelims result announcement (tentative)
Sun, 6 Dec, 2026Typically 15-20 days post-exam; qualifying only, marks not counted in final merit
Archived 23 Aug 2026
📍Tentative Mains examination period
Tue, 1 Dec, 2026Multi-day exam (8 papers); usually September–October
Archived 11 Jun 2026
📍Mains examination period
Mon, 23 Nov, 20268 descriptive papers over 6-7 days; usually September-October at Shimla
Archived 4 Jun 2026
📍HPAS 2026 Prelims Exam (expected)
Sun, 22 Nov, 2026Trackers tentatively expect Nov 2026; official date awaited
Archived 1 Sept 2026
📍HPAS Preliminary Examination (tentative)
Mon, 16 Nov, 2026Single-day exam; 200-mark GS + Aptitude paper; 1/3 negative marking
Archived 23 Aug 2026
📍Mains examination window (tentative)
Sun, 15 Nov, 20268-paper descriptive exam held over 5-7 days; dates TBD
Archived 25 Jun 2026
Prelims result announcement
Sat, 14 Nov, 2026Prelims is screening only; marks don't count in final merit
Archived 12 Jul 2026
Expected Prelims result announcement
Sun, 8 Nov, 2026Usually 4–5 weeks after Prelims
Archived 3 Aug 2026
Prelims result announcement (screening test)
Sat, 7 Nov, 2026Shortlisted candidates eligible for Mains; marks not counted in final merit
Archived 2 Jul 2026
HPAS Prelims admit card release (tentative)
Fri, 6 Nov, 2026Usually available 10-15 days before exam; download from hppsc.hp.gov.in
Archived 23 Aug 2026
Expected Prelims result announcement
Sat, 17 Oct, 2026Typically 6–8 weeks post-Prelims
Archived 11 Jun 2026
HPAS 2026 Application window closes (expected)
Thu, 15 Oct, 2026Based on typical 30-day application window
Archived 1 Sept 2026
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