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The Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission (HPPSC) has officially released the HPPSC SET Notification 2026, inviting online applications from eligible candidates for the State Eligibility Test (SET) 2026. This examination determines eligibility for Assistant Professor posts in Universities and Colleges across Himachal Pradesh.
Candidates can submit their applications online only through the official HPPSC website. The last date to apply is 30 January 2026 (11:59 PM), after which the application link will be disabled. The details regarding the HPPSC SET Notification 2026 with apply link has been provided below.
HPPSC SET Notification 2026: Overview
The HPPSC SET 2026 will be conducted by the Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission, which acts as the authorized nodal agency for the examination. The test will be held in offline mode for 22 subjects at various exam centers across Himachal Pradesh, subject to the number of applicants.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Examination Name | Himachal Pradesh State Eligibility Test (HPPSC SET) 2026 |
| Conducting Authority | Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission (HPPSC) |
| Purpose of Exam | Eligibility for Assistant Professor posts in Universities and Colleges of Himachal Pradesh |
| Mode of Application | Online only |
| Official Website | hppsc.hp.gov.in |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 30 January 2026 (up to 11:59 PM) |
| Mode of Examination | Offline (OMR-based) |
| Number of Subjects | 22 Subjects |
| Exam Centres | Shimla, Solan, Mandi, Kangra (Dharamshala), Bilaspur, Hamirpur, Nahan, Una, Kullu, Chamba |
| Papers in Exam | Paper I (General Awareness) and Paper II (Concerned Subject) |
| Total Marks | 300 Marks |
| Negative Marking | No |
| Eligibility | Master’s Degree with required qualifying marks as per category |
| Age Limit | No age limit |
| Validity of SET | Valid for Assistant Professor posts as per UGC norms |
HPPSC SET Notification 2026 PDF
The detailed HPPSC SET Notification 2026 PDF contains complete information regarding eligibility criteria, exam pattern, syllabus, application process, fee structure, and important instructions for candidates.
Candidates are strongly advised to read the notification carefully before applying to avoid mistakes during registration. All instructions, conditions, and guidelines issued by HPPSC are binding.
Download HPPSC SET Notification 2026 PDF
Link for HPPSC SET Application Form 2026
Eligible candidates can apply online through the HPPSC’s official website. Applicants must complete One Time Registration (OTR) on the portal before filling out the HPPSC SET Application Form 2026. After logging in, candidates can access the SET advertisement from their dashboard and proceed with the application.
Apply for the HPPSC SET Application Form 2026
Steps to Apply for HPPSC SET Application Form 2026
Follow the step-by-step process below to apply online successfully:
- Visit the official HPPSC website and click on Apply Online
- Complete One Time Registration (OTR) by creating a profile
- Log in using your registered credentials
- Select State Eligibility Test (SET) 2026 from the dashboard
- Fill in personal, academic, and subject-related details carefully
- Upload required details as asked in the application form
- Pay the application fee through the online payment gateway
- Submit the application and download the confirmation page for future reference
- No hard copy of the application or documents needs to be sent to HPPSC.
HPPSC SET Application Fee
Candidates must pay the examination fee online using Debit Card, Credit Card, or Internet Banking. The category-wise fee details are as follows:
- General Category: ₹1150
- General-EWS / OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) of HP: ₹600
- SC / ST / BPL / PWD / EWS-BPL of HP: ₹325
Once paid, the fee is non-refundable and non-adjustable under any circumstances.
HPPSC SET Exam Pattern
The HPPSC SET 2026 examination consists of two objective-type papers, conducted in two separate sessions on the same day. There is no negative marking, making accuracy and attempt strategy equally important.
- Each question carries 2 marks
- No negative marking for incorrect answers
- Unattempted questions carry zero marks
- If a question is dropped, full marks are awarded to all candidates
| Paper | Subject | No. of Questions | Marks | Duration | Session | Nature of Questions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper I | General Awareness | 50 | 100 | 1 Hour | First | Objective type (MCQs) |
| Paper II | Concerned Subject | 100 | 200 | 2 Hours | Second | Objective type (MCQs) |
| Total | — | 150 | 300 | 3 Hours | — | — |
HP SET Subject List
The HPPSC SET 2026 syllabus is aligned with the UGC-prescribed syllabus. Paper I follows the standard general studies syllabus for teaching and research aptitude. Paper II is entirely subject-based.
- Chemical Sciences
- English
- Life Sciences
- Commerce
- Economics
- Geography
- Hindi
- History
- Mathematical Sciences
- Music
- Physical Sciences
- Physical Education
- Sociology
- Sanskrit
- Political Science
- Public Administration
- Computer Science and Applications
- Tourism Administration and Management
- Mass Communication and Journalism
- Psychology
- Education
- Environmental Sciences
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