The Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission (HPPSC) has issued e-admit cards for the Screening Test and Subject Aptitude Test for Assistant Professor (College Cadre) in Political Science and Commerce by a press note dated 30 September 2026; the exams are scheduled on 11 October 2026. Provisionally admitted candidates can download their e-admit cards and instructions from the Commission’s website using the official links provided below. The notice includes paper-wise timings and entry closing times; candidates should read the instructions on the admit card carefully and reach the exam centre before the specified entry-closing time.
Quick overview
The table below summarises the key particulars from the HPPSC press note and exam schedule.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission (HPPSC) |
| Post Name | Assistant Professor (College Cadre) |
| Department | Higher Education |
| Subjects in This Notice | Political Science and Commerce |
| Test Name | Screening Test and Subject Aptitude Test |
| Press Note Number | No. 3-26/2026-PSC(R-I)-Vol.-II-Loose |
| Press Note Date | 30 September 2026 |
| Exam Date | 11 October 2026 |
| Admit Card Status | Issued (e-admit card) |
| Official Website | https://hppsc.hp.gov.in |
Who can download the e-admit card
The e-admit cards have been issued to provisionally admitted candidates for the Assistant Professor (College Cadre) posts in Political Science and Commerce. HPPSC has informed these candidates by SMS and email on the mobile numbers and email IDs provided in their Online Recruitment Application Forms.
Exam date, paper timings and entry closing time
Both subjects follow the same exam date and paper-wise timings. Entry to the examination centre will close exactly 30 minutes before each paper begins; candidates arriving after the entry-closing time should not expect to be allowed in.
| Post / Subject | Exam Date | Paper | Exam Timing | Entry Closes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assistant Professor (College Cadre) – Political Science | 11 October 2026 | Paper-I | 11:00 AM to 12:00 Noon | 10:30 AM |
| Assistant Professor (College Cadre) – Political Science | 11 October 2026 | Paper-II | 02:00 PM to 05:00 PM | 01:30 PM |
| Assistant Professor (College Cadre) – Commerce | 11 October 2026 | Paper-I | 11:00 AM to 12:00 Noon | 10:30 AM |
| Assistant Professor (College Cadre) – Commerce | 11 October 2026 | Paper-II | 02:00 PM to 05:00 PM | 01:30 PM |
How to download the HPPSC Assistant Professor e-admit card
HPPSC has uploaded e-admit cards and instructions to candidates on its website. The press note does not list exact login credentials; candidates should use the details required by the HPPSC portal.
- Visit the official HPPSC website: https://hppsc.hp.gov.in.
- Look for the admit card or e-admit card notice for Assistant Professor (College Cadre) on the home page.
- Sign in or enter the details requested by the website.
- Download the e-admit card and the instructions to candidates.
- Take a printout and read the instructions carefully.
Direct link to the HPPSC e-admit card and exam instructions (as provided by the Commission): Download e-admit card and instructions.
What to check on your admit card
Candidates should verify all personal and exam details on the downloaded e-admit card and report discrepancies to the Commission promptly.
- Your name and other personal details
- The post and subject (Political Science or Commerce)
- Exam date and paper timings
- Exam centre details
- The instructions printed or attached with the admit card
Important instructions for candidates
The press note highlights specific instructions; candidates must follow the directions on the e-admit card and related documents uploaded by the Commission.
- Reach the examination centre well before the entry closing time: 10:30 AM for Paper-I and 01:30 PM for Paper-II.
- Read the instructions to candidates uploaded with the e-admit card; the press note does not reproduce them.
- Check your registered mobile number and email for messages from the Commission.
- The e-admit card was issued to provisionally admitted candidates only.
Official resources and press note dates
Candidates should consult the Commission’s website and the admit card file for authoritative details and any contact information. The consolidated final schedule was issued on 05 September 2026 and the press note issuing the e-admit cards is dated 30 September 2026.
HPPSC official website: https://hppsc.hp.gov.in
Direct link to the e-admit card and exam instructions: https://hppsc.hp.gov.in/CommonControls/ViewCMSFile?qs=KI3gZ53zz1wSGo29lXLTBfw1DHezN8KfEg%2BrikZhi%2FLLqiZME0%2BQRfdkGlH8WWhtrXrJFRpuTaT3gooxz2NIgskDmW6Im2lUCyql5kHsiM4%3D
