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Himachal Pradesh Staff Service Commission holds a state service examination to choose qualified and capable candidates in a three-stage process that comprises a screening test, the main exam, and an interview. Candidates between the ages of 18 and 45 years old are eligible to apply for this HPSSC Recruitment 2022.
Latest Notification
The HPSSC recruitment announcement is released by the Himachal Pradesh Staff Selection Commission (HPSSC) in December of the examination year. The HPSSC 2022 official announcement is likely to be posted soon on the HPSSC official website.
Registration
Step 1: HPSSC Registration Process
Candidates must first register for the exam on the HPSCC official website. Candidates should take the following steps:
- Go to http://www.hppsc.hp.gov.in/ and click on the Apply Now button next to the position you want to apply for.
- Click the "Sign Up" option on the ORA to register.
- Fill in all the mandatory details such as the name of the candidate, parent's name, date of birth, phone number, and email address.
- Then press the Submit button.
- Note down the registration ID and password that the system generates for you.
Step 2: HPSSC Application Form
Following that, candidates must fill out the HPSSC application form by following the instructions below:
- The first step is to enter the login and password, then click the "Apply" button.
- Select the post for which you want to apply, as well as your desired District and Tehsil for the examination.
- Fill in your personal information, and contact info, and submit your scanned photo and signature in the format specified.
- If relevant, scan and upload experience documents.
- Complete the ORA process by paying the money.
- Save or download the fully completed form for future use.
Syllabus
| Subjects | Syllabus |
|---|---|
| General English |
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| Current Affairs |
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| General Hindi |
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| Logical Reasoning |
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Eligibility Criteria
HPSSC Age Limit and Relaxation
Aspirants should be aware of the age limit criteria set forth by the commission, which are as follows:
- Minimum age: 18 years
- Maximum age: 45 years
The following is a list of age relaxations for the upper age limit:
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST/OBC | 5 Years |
| Children/Grand Children of Freedom Fighters/ PWD | 5 Years |
| Ex-servicemen candidates of H.P | As per Himachal Pradesh Government rule |
HPSSC Educational Qualifications
Candidates must go through the minimum educational qualification required to be accepted for HPSSC different positions are listed below. To be eligible for certain positions, you must have the necessary experience, which is also listed in the table:
| Posts | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Medical Laboratory Technician Gr-II | 10+2,B.Sc. Medical Laboratory Technology/B.Sc. Medical Technology Laboratory/B.Sc. Medical Technology (Laboratory)/B.Sc. Medical Laboratory Sciences/B.Sc. in Medical Laboratory Technology (Lateral) |
| Investigator | Master’s Degree in Statistics/Mathematics/ Economics/Commerce |
| Steno Typist | Must have completed 10+2 |
| Laboratory Technician | 10+2 with DMTL/B.Sc. Degree in Medical Laboratory Technology |
| Field Investigator | Bachelor‟s Degree in Science or Arts with Economics/Statistics/Mathematics |
| Junior Scale Stenographer | 10+2 |
| Junior Office Assistant (Accounts) | B.Com. |
| Staff Nurse | Qualified „A‟ Grade Nurse (Diploma in GNM) or B.Sc. Nursing |
| Radiographer | B.Sc. Medical Technology (Radiology & Imaging)/B.Sc. Medical Technology (Radio Diagnosis & Radiotherapy)/B.Sc. Medical Technology (X-Ray /Radiodiagnosis)/B.Sc. Radiation Technology/B.Sc. Medical imaging Technology/B.Sc. Medical Technology (Radiodiagnosis & Imaging)/B.Sc. Medical Technology (Radiography & Imaging)/B.Sc. in Allied Health Science/Medical Imaging Technology/B.Sc. in Medical Radio & Imaging Technology/Bachelor of Radiation & Imaging Technology/Bachelor of Radiation Technology (Lateral Entry) |
| Laboratory Assistant | 10+2 with Science (Physics, Chemistry, Biology) |
| Operation Theatre Assistant | 10+2 with OTA/B.Sc. Degree in Medical Technology |
| Sanitary Inspector | Graduation with Diploma in Sanitation |
| Junior Technician (Weaving Master/Instructor) | Diploma/Certificate in Textile Technology |
| Junior Office Assistant (IT) | 10+2 with ITI in IT |
| Assistant Mining Inspector | 10+2 examination with Science |
| Junior Draughtsman (Electrical) | Diploma or Degree in Architectural Assistantship/Architecture |
| Pharmacist (Allopathy) | Degree or Diploma in Pharmacy |
| Medical Laboratory Technician | B.Sc. Medical Laboratory Technology/B.Sc. Medical Technology Laboratory/B.Sc. Medical Technology (Laboratory)/B.Sc. Medical Laboratory Sciences/B.Sc. in Medical Laboratory Technology (Lateral) |
| Operation Theatre Assistant | 10+2 with OTA/B.Sc. Degree in Medical Technology |
| Laboratory Assistant | 10+2 with Science (Physics, Chemistry, Biology) |
| Radiographer | B.Sc. Medical Technology (Radiology & Imaging)/B.Sc. Medical Technology (Radio Diagnosis & Radiotherapy)/B.Sc. Medical Technology (X-Ray/Radiodiagnosis)/B.Sc. Radiation Technology/ B.Sc. Medical imaging Technology/B.Sc. Medical Technology (Radio diagnosis & Imaging)/B.Sc. Medical Technology (Radiography & Imaging)/B.Sc. in Allied Health Science/Medical Imaging Technology/B.Sc. in Medical Radio & Imaging Technology/ Bachelor of Radiation & Imaging Technology/Bachelor of Radiation Technology (Lateral Entry) |
| Statistical Assistant | B.Com or B.Sc./BA with Economics/Mathematics/Statistics |
| Junior Technician (Electrical) | Matric + ITI |
| Accountant | B.Com/C.A. inter or MBA (Finance). |
| Librarian | B.A. second class (50%) with second class (50%) B.lib/diploma in library science |
| Accountant | B.Com. |
| Junior Accountant | Bachelor Degree in Commerce |
| Mining Inspector | B.Sc. Degree in Science with Geology |
| Pharmacist (Allopathy) | Degree or Diploma in Pharmacy |
| Boiler Operator | Matriculate with second class Boiler Attendant certificate of competency |
| Medical Social Worker | Post Graduate in Social Science or Sociology |
HPSSC Overall Eligibility Criteria 2022
The table below shows the age limit and other key eligibility criteria for candidates:
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Age Limit |
|
| Nationality | Indian |
| Number of Attempts | No details mentioned |
| Important Points |
|
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General Category/ E.W.S., Ex-Servicemen of HP | Rs. 360/- |
| General IRDP, Physically Handicapped, Ward of Freedom Fighter, Ward of Ex-Servicemen of HP | Rs. 120/- |
| S.C. of H.P./S.T. of H.P./O.B.C. of H.P./BPL of H.P./EWS (BPL), SC/ST/OBC wards of Ex-SM of H.P, SC/ ST/OBC Persons with Disability | Rs. 120/- |
| Female candidates, Ex-Servicemen of H.P., /Blind/Visually Impaired of H.P | No Fee |
Exam Pattern
| Paper | Paper 1 | Paper 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Mode of Exam | Offline | Offline |
| Number of Sections | 1 | 1 |
| Name of Sections | Written Test (MCQ) | Socio-Economic Criteria and experience |
| Maximum number of questions | 170 questions | As per criteria |
| Type of Questions | Objective-based | Objective-based |
| Maximum number of marks | 85 | 15 |
HPSSC Written Screening Test of 85 MarksThe exam pattern for Medical Laboratory Technician Gr-II, Investigator, Laboratory Technician, Field Investigator, Junior Office Assistant (Accounts), Operation Theatre Assistant, Assistant Mining Inspector, Statistical Assistant, and Medical Social Worker is given below:
| Subject | Total No. of Questions |
|---|---|
| Subject(s)/field(s) concerned are prescribed as necessary qualification(s) in the R&P Rules and as given in the advertisement. | 120 |
| General Knowledge including General Knowledge of Himachal Pradesh, Current Affairs, Everyday Science, Logic, Social Science, General English & General Hindi of Matric standard. | 50 |
HPSSC Steno-Typist Exam PatternThe exam pattern for Postcode 928 i.e. Steno-Typist is given below:
| Subject | Total No. of Questions |
|---|---|
| Multiple Choice Questions from General English of 10+2 standard and Hindi of Matric standard, General Knowledge including General Knowledge of Himachal Pradesh, Everyday Science, Word Processing, Social Science, Current affairs & Logic. | 170 |
Skill test in Shorthand either i.e. in Hindi or English and typewriting in both the languages at the initial recruitment with the following minimum speeds for those who qualify for the objective type of screening test. Speed in Shorthand
Speed in typewriting
|
Skill Test will be qualifying in nature |
HPSSC Junior Scale Stenographer Exam PatternThe exam pattern for Postcode 931 (Junior Scale Stenographer) is given below:
| Subject | Total No. of Questions |
|---|---|
| Multiple Choice Questions from General English of 10+2 standard and Hindi of Matric standard, General Knowledge including General Knowledge of Himachal Pradesh, Everyday Science, Word Processing, Social Science, Current affairs & Logic. | 170 |
Skill test in Shorthand either i.e. in Hindi or English and typewriting in both the languages at the initial recruitment with the following minimum speeds for those who qualify the objective type of screening test. Speed in Shorthand
Speed in typewriting
|
Skill Test will be qualifying in nature |
HPSSC Junior Office Assistant (IT) Exam PatternThe exam pattern for Postcode 939 - Junior Office Assistant (IT) is given below:
| Subject | Total No. of Questions |
|---|---|
| Syllabus relating to Computer Science/Computer Application/Information Technology (IT)/ Information Technology Enabled Sectors (ITES)/Information Practices (IP) prescribed as essential qualification(s) in the R&P Rules and as notified in the advertisement. | 120 |
| General Knowledge including General Knowledge of Himachal Pradesh, Current Affairs, Everyday Science, Logic, Social Science, General English & General Hindi of Matric standard | 50 |
HPSSC Part-II: Evaluation of 15 MarksShortlisted candidates will be evaluated for 15 marks after passing a written objective screening test, physical/ subjective testing, and skill tests/practical tests, if any, based on the following criteria:
| Detailed criteria of 15 marks | Marks | Competent authority to issue the certificates |
|---|---|---|
| Marks for the minimum educational qualification as per the Recruitment & Promotion Rules. (Percentage of marks obtained in the educational qualification would be multiplied by 0.025, For example, if an individual has secured 50 % marks in the required educational qualifications, he /she will be allowed 1.25 marks (50 X 0.025 = 1.25) | 2.5 Marks | Concerned University/Board |
| On notified Backward Area or Panchayat, as the case may be | 1 Mark | Concerned SDO(C)/ Tehsildar/ Naib Tehsildar. |
| Landless families/family having land less than 1 Hectare have to be certified by the concerned Revenue Authority | 1 Mark | Concerned SDO(C)/ Tehsildar/ Naib Tehsildar |
| Non-employment Certificate to the impact that none of the family members is in the Government/Semi-Government sector | 1 Mark | Concerned SDO (C)/ Tehsildar/Naib Tehsildar or concerned Panchayat Secretary/Sahayak and countersigned by concerned Gram Panchayat Pradhan/Up Pradhan. |
| Certificate of differently-abled persons with more than 40% impairment/ disability/ infirmity | 1 Mark | Health & Family Welfare authorities/ Medical Boards. |
| NSS (for at least one year), certificate holders should have been in NCC/The Bharat Scout and Guide. Medal winner in National level sports competitions | 1 Mark | Concerned Head of Institution. Certificates of medal winners will be issued by the concerned District Youth Services and Sports Officer/Head of Institution. |
| BPL family having the family annual income (from all sources) below Rs. 40,000 /- or as specified by the Govt. from time to time. | 2 Mark | Concerned BDO by taking the authenticated entries in the “Parivar Register” as the basis of such certificate or concerned Panchayat Secretary/Sahayak and countersigned by concerned Gram Panchayat Pradhan. |
| Widow/destitute/divorced/single woman | 1 Mark | Concerned BDO by taking the authenticated entries in the “Parivar Register” as the basis of such a certificate. |
| Orphan/Single daughter | 1 Mark | Concerned BDO by taking the authenticated entries in the “Parivar Register” as the basis of such certificate |
| Training of at least 6 months period related to the post applied for from an acknowledged University/Institution | 1 Marks | The competent authority of the concerned University/Institution |
| Experience up to an utmost of 5 years in Govt./semi-Govt. organization relating to the post applied for (0.5 mark only for each completed year). | 2.5 Marks | The competent authority of the concerned Govt. /Semi Govt. Organization. |
Eligibilty Criteria
HPSSC Age Limit and Relaxation
Aspirants should be aware of the age limit criteria set forth by the commission, which are as follows:
- Minimum age: 18 years
- Maximum age: 45 years
The following is a list of age relaxations for the upper age limit:
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST/OBC | 5 Years |
| Children/Grand Children of Freedom Fighters/ PWD | 5 Years |
| Ex-servicemen candidates of H.P | As per Himachal Pradesh Government rule |
HPSSC Educational Qualifications
Candidates must go through the minimum educational qualification required to be accepted for HPSSC different positions are listed below. To be eligible for certain positions, you must have the necessary experience, which is also listed in the table:
| Posts | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Medical Laboratory Technician Gr-II | 10+2,B.Sc. Medical Laboratory Technology/B.Sc. Medical Technology Laboratory/B.Sc. Medical Technology (Laboratory)/B.Sc. Medical Laboratory Sciences/B.Sc. in Medical Laboratory Technology (Lateral) |
| Investigator | Master’s Degree in Statistics/Mathematics/ Economics/Commerce |
| Steno Typist | Must have completed 10+2 |
| Laboratory Technician | 10+2 with DMTL/B.Sc. Degree in Medical Laboratory Technology |
| Field Investigator | Bachelor‟s Degree in Science or Arts with Economics/Statistics/Mathematics |
| Junior Scale Stenographer | 10+2 |
| Junior Office Assistant (Accounts) | B.Com. |
| Staff Nurse | Qualified „A‟ Grade Nurse (Diploma in GNM) or B.Sc. Nursing |
| Radiographer | B.Sc. Medical Technology (Radiology & Imaging)/B.Sc. Medical Technology (Radio Diagnosis & Radiotherapy)/B.Sc. Medical Technology (X-Ray /Radiodiagnosis)/B.Sc. Radiation Technology/B.Sc. Medical imaging Technology/B.Sc. Medical Technology (Radiodiagnosis & Imaging)/B.Sc. Medical Technology (Radiography & Imaging)/B.Sc. in Allied Health Science/Medical Imaging Technology/B.Sc. in Medical Radio & Imaging Technology/Bachelor of Radiation & Imaging Technology/Bachelor of Radiation Technology (Lateral Entry) |
| Laboratory Assistant | 10+2 with Science (Physics, Chemistry, Biology) |
| Operation Theatre Assistant | 10+2 with OTA/B.Sc. Degree in Medical Technology |
| Sanitary Inspector | Graduation with Diploma in Sanitation |
| Junior Technician (Weaving Master/Instructor) | Diploma/Certificate in Textile Technology |
| Junior Office Assistant (IT) | 10+2 with ITI in IT |
| Assistant Mining Inspector | 10+2 examination with Science |
| Junior Draughtsman (Electrical) | Diploma or Degree in Architectural Assistantship/Architecture |
| Pharmacist (Allopathy) | Degree or Diploma in Pharmacy |
| Medical Laboratory Technician | B.Sc. Medical Laboratory Technology/B.Sc. Medical Technology Laboratory/B.Sc. Medical Technology (Laboratory)/B.Sc. Medical Laboratory Sciences/B.Sc. in Medical Laboratory Technology (Lateral) |
| Operation Theatre Assistant | 10+2 with OTA/B.Sc. Degree in Medical Technology |
| Laboratory Assistant | 10+2 with Science (Physics, Chemistry, Biology) |
| Radiographer | B.Sc. Medical Technology (Radiology & Imaging)/B.Sc. Medical Technology (Radio Diagnosis & Radiotherapy)/B.Sc. Medical Technology (X-Ray/Radiodiagnosis)/B.Sc. Radiation Technology/ B.Sc. Medical imaging Technology/B.Sc. Medical Technology (Radio diagnosis & Imaging)/B.Sc. Medical Technology (Radiography & Imaging)/B.Sc. in Allied Health Science/Medical Imaging Technology/B.Sc. in Medical Radio & Imaging Technology/ Bachelor of Radiation & Imaging Technology/Bachelor of Radiation Technology (Lateral Entry) |
| Statistical Assistant | B.Com or B.Sc./BA with Economics/Mathematics/Statistics |
| Junior Technician (Electrical) | Matric + ITI |
| Accountant | B.Com/C.A. inter or MBA (Finance). |
| Librarian | B.A. second class (50%) with second class (50%) B.lib/diploma in library science |
| Accountant | B.Com. |
| Junior Accountant | Bachelor Degree in Commerce |
| Mining Inspector | B.Sc. Degree in Science with Geology |
| Pharmacist (Allopathy) | Degree or Diploma in Pharmacy |
| Boiler Operator | Matriculate with second class Boiler Attendant certificate of competency |
| Medical Social Worker | Post Graduate in Social Science or Sociology |
HPSSC Overall Eligibility Criteria 2022
The table below shows the age limit and other key eligibility criteria for candidates:
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Age Limit |
|
| Nationality | Indian |
| Number of Attempts | No details mentioned |
| Important Points |
|
Exam Pattern
| Paper | Paper 1 | Paper 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Mode of Exam | Offline | Offline |
| Number of Sections | 1 | 1 |
| Name of Sections | Written Test (MCQ) | Socio-Economic Criteria and experience |
| Maximum number of questions | 170 questions | As per criteria |
| Type of Questions | Objective-based | Objective-based |
| Maximum number of marks | 85 | 15 |
HPSSC Written Screening Test of 85 MarksThe exam pattern for Medical Laboratory Technician Gr-II, Investigator, Laboratory Technician, Field Investigator, Junior Office Assistant (Accounts), Operation Theatre Assistant, Assistant Mining Inspector, Statistical Assistant, and Medical Social Worker is given below:
| Subject | Total No. of Questions |
|---|---|
| Subject(s)/field(s) concerned are prescribed as necessary qualification(s) in the R&P Rules and as given in the advertisement. | 120 |
| General Knowledge including General Knowledge of Himachal Pradesh, Current Affairs, Everyday Science, Logic, Social Science, General English & General Hindi of Matric standard. | 50 |
HPSSC Steno-Typist Exam PatternThe exam pattern for Postcode 928 i.e. Steno-Typist is given below:
| Subject | Total No. of Questions |
|---|---|
| Multiple Choice Questions from General English of 10+2 standard and Hindi of Matric standard, General Knowledge including General Knowledge of Himachal Pradesh, Everyday Science, Word Processing, Social Science, Current affairs & Logic. | 170 |
Skill test in Shorthand either i.e. in Hindi or English and typewriting in both the languages at the initial recruitment with the following minimum speeds for those who qualify for the objective type of screening test. Speed in Shorthand
Speed in typewriting
|
Skill Test will be qualifying in nature |
HPSSC Junior Scale Stenographer Exam PatternThe exam pattern for Postcode 931 (Junior Scale Stenographer) is given below:
| Subject | Total No. of Questions |
|---|---|
| Multiple Choice Questions from General English of 10+2 standard and Hindi of Matric standard, General Knowledge including General Knowledge of Himachal Pradesh, Everyday Science, Word Processing, Social Science, Current affairs & Logic. | 170 |
Skill test in Shorthand either i.e. in Hindi or English and typewriting in both the languages at the initial recruitment with the following minimum speeds for those who qualify the objective type of screening test. Speed in Shorthand
Speed in typewriting
|
Skill Test will be qualifying in nature |
HPSSC Junior Office Assistant (IT) Exam PatternThe exam pattern for Postcode 939 - Junior Office Assistant (IT) is given below:
| Subject | Total No. of Questions |
|---|---|
| Syllabus relating to Computer Science/Computer Application/Information Technology (IT)/ Information Technology Enabled Sectors (ITES)/Information Practices (IP) prescribed as essential qualification(s) in the R&P Rules and as notified in the advertisement. | 120 |
| General Knowledge including General Knowledge of Himachal Pradesh, Current Affairs, Everyday Science, Logic, Social Science, General English & General Hindi of Matric standard | 50 |
HPSSC Part-II: Evaluation of 15 MarksShortlisted candidates will be evaluated for 15 marks after passing a written objective screening test, physical/ subjective testing, and skill tests/practical tests, if any, based on the following criteria:
| Detailed criteria of 15 marks | Marks | Competent authority to issue the certificates |
|---|---|---|
| Marks for the minimum educational qualification as per the Recruitment & Promotion Rules. (Percentage of marks obtained in the educational qualification would be multiplied by 0.025, For example, if an individual has secured 50 % marks in the required educational qualifications, he /she will be allowed 1.25 marks (50 X 0.025 = 1.25) | 2.5 Marks | Concerned University/Board |
| On notified Backward Area or Panchayat, as the case may be | 1 Mark | Concerned SDO(C)/ Tehsildar/ Naib Tehsildar. |
| Landless families/family having land less than 1 Hectare have to be certified by the concerned Revenue Authority | 1 Mark | Concerned SDO(C)/ Tehsildar/ Naib Tehsildar |
| Non-employment Certificate to the impact that none of the family members is in the Government/Semi-Government sector | 1 Mark | Concerned SDO (C)/ Tehsildar/Naib Tehsildar or concerned Panchayat Secretary/Sahayak and countersigned by concerned Gram Panchayat Pradhan/Up Pradhan. |
| Certificate of differently-abled persons with more than 40% impairment/ disability/ infirmity | 1 Mark | Health & Family Welfare authorities/ Medical Boards. |
| NSS (for at least one year), certificate holders should have been in NCC/The Bharat Scout and Guide. Medal winner in National level sports competitions | 1 Mark | Concerned Head of Institution. Certificates of medal winners will be issued by the concerned District Youth Services and Sports Officer/Head of Institution. |
| BPL family having the family annual income (from all sources) below Rs. 40,000 /- or as specified by the Govt. from time to time. | 2 Mark | Concerned BDO by taking the authenticated entries in the “Parivar Register” as the basis of such certificate or concerned Panchayat Secretary/Sahayak and countersigned by concerned Gram Panchayat Pradhan. |
| Widow/destitute/divorced/single woman | 1 Mark | Concerned BDO by taking the authenticated entries in the “Parivar Register” as the basis of such a certificate. |
| Orphan/Single daughter | 1 Mark | Concerned BDO by taking the authenticated entries in the “Parivar Register” as the basis of such certificate |
| Training of at least 6 months period related to the post applied for from an acknowledged University/Institution | 1 Marks | The competent authority of the concerned University/Institution |
| Experience up to an utmost of 5 years in Govt./semi-Govt. organization relating to the post applied for (0.5 mark only for each completed year). | 2.5 Marks | The competent authority of the concerned Govt. /Semi Govt. Organization. |
Syllabus
| Subjects | Syllabus |
|---|---|
| General English |
|
| Current Affairs |
|
| General Hindi |
|
| Logical Reasoning |
|
