HPAS Competitive Exam-2023: Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission Boost Your Career with Himachal Pradesh Administrative Service Competitive Examination-2023
Advertisement Number: 6/5-2023
Closing Date for Application: 14/06/2023 11:59PM
Closing Date for Fee: 14/06/2023 11:59PM
Dated: 18/05/2023
Are you ready to take your career to new heights? The Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission invites desirous and eligible candidates to apply for the prestigious Himachal Pradesh Administrative Service Competitive Examination-2023. This is an excellent opportunity to join various departments of the Government of Himachal Pradesh. Seize your chance and embark on a rewarding professional journey.
Table of Contents – HPAS Competitive Exam-2023!
Department-wise Vacancies and Pay Scale
PERSONNEL-IV
| PERSONNEL-IV | |
|---|---|
| Name of Post | H.P. Administrative Services |
| Number of Posts | 9 |
| Category-wise Distribution | UNRESERVED = 5<br>SCHEDULED CASTE OF HP = 1<br>SCHEDULED TRIBE OF HP = 1<br>O B C OF HP = 1<br>ECONOMICALLY WEAKER SECTION OF H.P. = 1 |
| Pay Scale | Pay Band Level – 18 (Rs. 56100 – 177500) |
HOME-D
| HOME-D | |
|---|---|
| Name of Post | Himachal Pradesh Police Services |
| Number of Posts | 2 |
| Category-wise Distribution | SCHEDULED CASTE OF HP = 1<br>O B C OF HP = 1 |
| Pay Scale | Pay Band Level – 18 (Rs. 56100 – 177500) |
How to Apply for HPAS
To apply for the Himachal Pradesh Administrative Service Competitive Examination-2023, follow these instructions carefully:
- Visit the official website of the Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission at http://www.hppsc.hp.gov.in/hppsc.
- Click on the “Apply Online” link located on the home page. This will redirect you to the One Time Registration (OTR) page for examinations.
- If you haven’t registered already, click on “New Registration” to create your profile. If you have previously registered, log into your account on the OTR page.
- After logging in, you will see the list of live advertisements on your dashboard. Select the specific post you wish to apply for.
- Upload all the requisite documents as per the advertisement. Before submitting your application, carefully review the preview of the uploaded documents to ensure they are legible, readable, and true.
- Provide an undertaking/declaration stating that you acknowledge the quality and readability of the uploaded documents. This declaration is crucial to avoid rejection based on non-readable or poor-quality scanning.
- Once you have submitted the online recruitment application, no further changes or document submissions will be allowed.
- Your application will be considered successfully submitted only after the payment of the application fee has been acknowledged and credited to the Commission’s account.
- Please note that any changes to the category can be made as per the procedure specified in Rule 5(iv) of H.P. PSC (Procedure and Transaction of Business) Rules, 2023, after the submission of the online recruitment application.
Important Note for HPAS Competitive Exam-2023!
In case of a large number of candidates applying for the HPAS Competitive (Preliminary) Examination-2023, the examination may be conducted at the Sub-Divisional level in Himachal Pradesh. However, the allocation of examination centers at the District Headquarter level or Sub-Division level will be at the discretion of the Commission.
Examination Fees for HPAS Competitive Exam-2023!
The examination fees for different categories are as follows:
- Male candidates of General, General Physically Disabled (orthopedically disabled, Deaf & Dumb, and Hearing Impaired), Economic Weaker Section (EWS) (not included in BPL category), Wards of Freedom Fighter categories (WFF), and General – Ex-Servicemen of Himachal Pradesh who are relieved from the Defence Services on their own request before completion of their normal tenure of service under the Government of India: ₹400/-
- Candidates of Other States (including reserved category(s) candidates of other states): ₹400/-
- Male candidates of SC, ST, OBC, and EWS covered under UR – BPL categories of Himachal Pradesh and Ex-Servicemen candidates of Himachal Pradesh belonging to SC, ST, and OBC categories who are relieved from the Defence Services on their own request before completion of their normal tenure of service under the Government of India: ₹100/-
- Ex-Servicemen male candidates of Himachal Pradesh who are relieved from the Defence Services after completion of their normal tenure of service under the Government of India and the Blind and Visually Impaired male candidates of Himachal Pradesh: No Fee
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Selection Process HPAS Competitive Exam-2023!
The selection process for the Himachal Pradesh Administrative Service Competitive Examination-2023 is divided into three stages:
- Screening/Preliminary Exam
- Mains Exam
- Personality Test
HPAS Syllabus
| Paper | Detail of Questions and Marks | Syllabus |
|---|---|---|
| Paper – I | This paper shall be of 200 marks and there shall be 100 objective type (multiple choice) questions. | – History, Geography, Political, Art & Culture, and Socio-Economic Development of Himachal Pradesh. <br> – Current events of National and International importance. <br> – History of India and Indian National movement. <br> – Indian and World Geography – Physical, Social, Economic Geography of India and the world. <br> – Indian Polity and Governance – Constitution, Political System, Panchayati Raj, Public Policy, Rights issues, etc. <br> – Economic and Social Development – Sustainable Development, Poverty, inclusion, Demographics, Social Sector initiatives, etc. <br> – General issues on Environmental Ecology, Bio-diversity, and Climate Change – that do not require subject specialization. <br> – General Science. |
| Paper-II | This paper shall be of 200 marks and in this paper, there shall be 100 objective type (multiple choice) questions. | – Comprehension. <br> – Interpersonal skills including communication skills. <br> – Logical reasoning and analytical ability. <br> – Decision making and problem solving. <br> – General mental ability. <br> – Basic numeracy (numbers and their relations, orders of magnitude, etc. – Class X level). <br> – Data interpretation (charts, graphs, tables, data sufficiency, etc. – Class X level). <br> – English Language comprehension skills (Class X level). |
Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to join the esteemed Himachal Pradesh Administrative Service. Start your journey today by applying for the examination before the closing date. Unlock your potential and pave the way for a successful career in the government sector. For detailed instructions and further information, please visit the official website of the Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission at http://www.hppsc.hp.gov.in/hppsc.
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