HPAS Combined Competitive Examination 2025: Complete Guide for Class-I Gazetted posts, Application Process, Eligibility, and Fee Details

Total Number of Post

Category-wise breakup of total 26 posts for HPAS Combined Competitive Examination 2025 in a clear table format:

💡 UR = Unreserved, SC = Scheduled Caste, OBC = Other Backward Class, EWS = Economically Weaker Section, PWD = Persons with Disabilities, HI = Hearing Impaired, Ex-SM = Ex-Servicemen, WFF = Wards of Freedom Fighters

Common Eligibility Criteria

• Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized university in any discipline.
• Final-year students can apply, provided they can furnish proof of passing the degree examination before the Main Examination.

🎂 Age Limit (as of January 1, 2025)

• Minimum Age: 21 years
• Maximum Age: 35 years

Age Relaxation:

• SC/ST/OBC/Wards of Freedom Fighters of Himachal Pradesh: Up to 5 years
• Persons with Disabilities (PwD): Up to 5 years
• Ex-Servicemen: As per government rules

🌐 Nationality

• Must be a citizen of India.

📝 Number of Attempts

• No specific limit on the number of attempts, provided the candidate is within the prescribed age limit.

🧾 Additional Notes

• Candidates must ensure they meet all eligibility criteria before applying.
• Failure to meet the eligibility conditions will result in disqualification at any stage of the examination.

General Selection Process

1. Preliminary Examination (Screening Test)

• Purpose: To shortlist candidates for the Main Examination.
• Structure: Two objective-type papers:

• Key Points:
• Both papers are of multiple-choice questions.
• This stage serves as a screening test; marks obtained are not counted for final merit.
• There is a negative marking of 1/3rd for each incorrect answer.

2. Main Examination

• Purpose: To assess the candidate’s in-depth knowledge and understanding.
• Structure: Eight descriptive papers

Compulsory Papers:

Optional Papers:

• Candidates must choose one optional subject, comprising two papers:

• Key Points:
• Only candidates who qualify in the Preliminary Examination are eligible for the Main Examination.
• Marks obtained in the Main Examination are counted for the final merit list.

3. Personality Test (Interview)

• Purpose: To evaluate the candidate’s personality traits, communication skills, and suitability for a career in public service.
• Marks: 150
• Key Points:
• Only candidates who qualify in the Main Examination are called for the Personality Test.
• Marks obtained are added to the Main Examination marks to determine the final merit.

Final Selection

• Merit List: Prepared based on the aggregate marks obtained in the Main Examination and the Personality Test.
• Note: Marks from the Preliminary Examination are not considered in the final merit list.

How to Apply for Application

1. Visit the Official Website
   Go to the HPPSC official website.
2. Register via OTR (One Time Registration)
   Click on the “Apply Online” section and select “One Time Registration for Examinations”.
3. Complete Registration
   Fill in your personal details, contact information, and educational qualifications.
4. Login to Your Account
   Use the credentials sent to your registered email and mobile number to log in.
5. Fill Out the Application Form
   After logging in, select the HPAS 2025 application form. Provide all required details carefully.
6. Upload Required Documents
   Upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature, and other necessary documents as specified.
7. Pay the Application Fee
   Pay the fee online using debit/credit card, UPI, or net banking.
8. Submit the Application
   Review all the information provided, then submit the application.
9. Save the Confirmation
   Download and print the confirmation page or application form for future reference.

Application Fee

Age Criteria (as of January 1, 2025)

• Minimum Age: 21 years

• Maximum Age: 35 years

Age Relaxation:

• SC/ST/OBC/PwD/Wards of Freedom Fighters of Himachal Pradesh: Up to 5 years relaxation in the upper age limit.

• Ex-Servicemen of Himachal Pradesh: As per government rules.

Note: Age relaxation is applicable only to candidates who are bonafide residents of Himachal Pradesh.