HPPSC Shimla Recruitment 2026: Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission, Shimla has released the recruitment notification for 26 Section Officer, HPF&AS Posts for H.P. Government employees with a Bachelor’s Degree and 3 years of regular service, and candidates can apply online through the OTRS portal up to 05 August 2026 at hppsc.hp.gov.in.
Himachal Pradesh Finance & Accounts Service (HPF&AS) Notification 2026
The Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission (HPPSC) has invited Online Recruitment Applications (ORA) from eligible employees of Himachal Pradesh Government Departments, Boards, Corporations, Autonomous Bodies, Universities, and Co-operative Banks for the initial selection of 26 candidates for induction into the Himachal Pradesh Finance & Accounts Service (HPF&AS). Eligible candidates possessing a Bachelor’s Degree and three years of regular service can apply online through the official HPPSC website within the prescribed dates.
The online application process has commenced from 09 July 2026 and will continue until 05 August 2026. Interested and eligible candidates can submit their applications through the official HPPSC website after carefully reading the detailed notification.
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HPPSC Shimla Recruitment 2026 Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization Name | Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission, Shimla |
| Post Name | Section Officer, HPF&AS Posts |
| Total Vacancies | 26 |
| Advertisement Year | 56/7-2026 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Job Location | Himachal Pradesh |
| Registration Dates | 09 July 2026 to 05 August 2026 |
| Salary | Rs. 46000 – 146500 |
| Job Type | Permanant |
| Selection Process | Pre, Mains Exam |
| Age Limit | 18 years to 45 years |
| Official Website | https://hppsc.hp.gov.in/ |
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HPPSC Shimla Vacancy 2026 : Details
| Post Name | Vacancy |
|---|---|
| Section Officer, HPF&AS Posts | 26 |
Category wise detail of Post(s)
| Category wise detail of Post(s) | Vacancy |
|---|---|
| UR | 17 |
| UR Hearing Impaired of H.P. | 01 |
| UR Intellectual Disability or Multiple Disability of H.P | 01 |
| Scheduled Castes of HP | 02 |
| Scheduled Tribes of HP | 02 |
| O B C of HP | 03 |
HPPSC Shimla Recruitment 2026 : Eligibility Criteria
| Post Name | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Section Officer, HPF&AS Posts | Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized University with 03 (three) years regular service in the Department/ Board/ Corporation/ Autonomous Body/ University/ Co-operative Bank of the State of Himachal Pradesh. |
Desirable Qualification
Knowledge of customs, manners and dialects of Himachal Pradesh and suitability for appointment in peculiar conditions prevailing in the Pradesh.
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HPPSC Shimla Recruitment 2026 : Age Limit (01.01.2026)
- Minimum: 18 years
- Maximum: 45 years
HPPSC Shimla Recruitment 2026 : Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 9 July 2026 |
| Online Registration Start | 09 July 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 05 August 2026 |
Candidates should complete their applications well before the deadline to avoid last-minute technical issues.
HPPSC Shimla Recruitment 2026 : Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| A uniform fee shall be charged from all the Candidates, irrespective of their Category or Gender. | Rs 600/- |
HPPSC Shimla Recruitment 2026 : Selection Process
The selection process for this recruitment includes the following stages:
- Preliminary Entrance Examination
- Main Entrance Examination
- Medical Examination (if applicable)
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1. Preliminary Entrance Examination
- 120 objective-type multiple-choice questions, 1 mark each.
- Duration: 2 hours.
- Subjects: English & Hindi (40 questions), Omnibus Accounts (40 questions), FRSR & HPFR 2009 (40 questions).
- Negative marking: 0.25 marks deducted for each wrong answer.
- Candidates qualifying will be shortlisted for the Main Examination in a ratio of 10 times the number of vacancies.
2. Main (Entrance) Examination
| Paper | Subject | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper I | English and Hindi (Precis, letter writing, noting and drafting) | 150 (75+75) | 3 hours |
| Paper II | Omnibus Accounts (Pay Fixation, Pension, TA, LTC, Leave, GPF rules) | 150 | 3 hours |
| Paper III | FR, SR and Himachal Pradesh Financial Rules (HPFR), 2009 | 150 | 3 hours |
- Minimum pass marks: 40% in each paper and 45% in aggregate (5% relaxation for reserved categories).
- Final merit is prepared strictly on the basis of marks obtained, subject to reservation policy.
- Selected candidates undergo pre-induction training at MSHIPA, followed by HPF&AS Part-I and Part-II examinations.
How to Apply Online for HPPSC Shimla Recruitment 2026
Follow these steps to submit your application:
- Visit the official IBPS website.
- Open the Recruitment section.
- Click on the HPPSC Shimla Section Officer, HPF&AS Recruitment 2026 application link.
- Complete the registration process.
- Fill in the online application form carefully.
- Upload required documents, photograph, and signature.
- Pay the application fee.
- Submit the application form.
- Take a printout of the submitted application for future reference.
HPSC Shimla Recruitment 2026 – Required Documents
- Matriculation Certificate (Age Proof)
- Bachelor’s Degree Certificate / All Year Mark Sheets / Provisional Degree
- Valid Category Certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS/Ex-Serviceman/WFF/PwD, if applicable)
- Bonafide Himachali Certificate (For Reserved Categories)
- Service Certificate & Undertaking (Annexure II & III) for chances already availed
HPPSC Section Officer, HPF&AS Recruitment 2026 Apply Link & Official Notification
| Short Notice | Click Here |
| Notification | Click Here |
| Official HPPSC Website | HPPSC |
| Online Application Portal | Apply Online |
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HPPSC Shimla Recruitment 2026 (FAQs)
Q1. How many vacancies are available in HPPSC Shimla Recruitment 2026?
Ans. Total 26 vacancies released by the HPPSC.
What is the last date to apply for HPPSC Shimla Recruitment 2026?
A. The last date to submit the online application is 5 August 2026.
