HPPSC Section Officer (HPF&AS) Recruitment 2026 – 26 Posts
Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission
Himachal Pradesh
This application has expired
The last date to apply was 5 Aug 2026. Applications are no longer accepted for this post.
Vacancies
26
Last Date
5 Aug 2026
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Important Dates
Application Fee
Rs. 600
Age Limit
Minimum Age
18 Years
Maximum Age
45 Years
Age relaxation applicable as per govt rules for SC/ST/OBC/PwD/Ex-Servicemen.
Salary / Pay Scale
Salary / pay scale details not specified here. See official notification.
Eligibility
Eligibility criteria not specified here. See official notification.
Full Description
HPPSC Section Officer (HPF&AS) Recruitment 2026
+The Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission (HPPSC), Shimla, has invited Online Recruitment Applications (ORA) for initial selection of 26 candidates for undergoing Pre-Induction Training at MSHIPA through Preliminary Entrance Examination followed by Main Entrance Examination for Induction in Himachal Pradesh Finance & Accounts Service as Section Officer.
+ +Overview
+| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission (HPPSC), Shimla |
| Post Name | Section Officer, HPF&AS - Group-B (Gazetted) |
| Department | Treasuries, Accounts & Lotteries (Finance & Accounts) |
| Total Vacancies | 26 |
| Pay Scale | Pay Band Level-13 (Rs. 46,000 - Rs. 1,46,500) |
| Advertisement No. | 56/7-2026 |
| Application Mode | Online via OTRS Portal |
| Exam Centre | Shimla |
| Official Website | hppsc.hp.gov.in |
Vacancy Breakdown
+| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR) | 17 |
| UR (Hearing Impaired - HP) | 1 |
| UR (Intellectual Disability / Multiple Disability - HP) | 1 |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) of HP | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) of HP | 2 |
| Other Backward Classes (OBC) of HP | 3 |
| Total | 26 |
Eligibility Criteria
+| Criteria | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Educational Qualification | Bachelors Degree from a recognized University |
| Experience | 03 years regular service in HP Govt. Department/Board/Corporation/Autonomous Body/University/Co-operative Bank |
| Age Limit | 18 - 45 years (as on 01.01.2026) |
| Desirable | Knowledge of customs, manners and dialects of Himachal Pradesh |
Important Dates
+| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement Date | 09 July 2026 |
| Last Date for Online Application | 05 August 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 05 August 2026 (11:59 PM) |
Examination Fee
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- Rs. 600 - Uniform fee for all candidates irrespective of Category or Gender +
- Fee charged separately for Preliminary and Main Examination +
- Payment via Debit Card/Credit Card/UPI/Online digital mode only +
Selection Process
+| Stage | Details |
|---|---|
| Preliminary Examination | 120 MCQs, 2 hours. English and Hindi (40), Omnibus Accounts (40), FRSR and HPFR 2009 (40). Negative marking: 0.25 per wrong answer. |
| Main Examination | 3 Papers, 150 marks each, 3 hours each. Paper-I: English and Hindi (75 marks each). Paper-II: Omnibus Accounts. Paper-III: FR, SR and HPFR 2009. |
| Training | 5 months each for Part-I and Part-II at MSHIPA, Shimla |
Syllabus Highlights
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- Preliminary: 120 MCQs - English and Hindi (40), Omnibus Accounts (40), FRSR and HPFR 2009 (40) +
- Main Paper-I: Precis, letter writing, noting and drafting - English (75 marks) and Hindi (75 marks) +
- Main Paper-II: Omnibus Accounts - Pay Fixation, Pension, T.A., LTC, Leave, GPF +
- Main Paper-III: Fundamental Rules and Supplementary Rules, HP Financial Rules 2009 +
Key Instructions
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- Candidate must have 3 years regular service in HP Govt. Departments as on closing date +
- NOC from employer required for Main Examination +
- Maximum 5 chances allowed for appearing in the Entrance Examination +
- Bond of Rs. 5,00,000 required for serving Government for 5 years after training +
- Minimum pass marks: 40% in each paper and 45% aggregate (5% relaxation for reserved) +
How to Apply
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- Visit hppsc.hp.gov.in +
- Click Apply Online on the Home Page +
- Login via One Time Registration (OTR) or create new profile +
- Apply for Section Officer, HPF&AS post +
- Upload required documents and photograph +
- Pay examination fee and submit +
Important Links
+| Link | Action |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF | Download PDF |
| HPPSC Official Website | hppsc.hp.gov.in |
| Apply Online | OTRS Portal |
Important Links
Applications Closed
Last date has passed
Download Notification
https://hppsc.hp.gov.in
Official Website
https://hppsc.hp.gov.in
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HPPSC Section Officer (HPF&AS) Recruitment 2026 – 26 Posts?
HPPSC Section Officer (HPF&AS) Recruitment 2026 – 26 Posts is a government recruitment notification published by Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission. Apply before the last date to be considered.
When does the application start?
Online applications start on 09 July 2026.
What is the last date to apply?
The last date to submit the application is 05 August 2026.
What is the application fee?
Rs. 600
What is the age limit?
Maximum age limit is 45 years as on the cutoff date.