The Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission (HPPSC) has released the provisional answer key for Paper-I of the Recruitment Screening Test for the post of Assistant Professor (College Cadre) Zoology under the Department of Higher Education, Himachal Pradesh, vide Notice No. 15-10/2026-PSC dated 26 September 2026. The screening test (Paper-I) was held on 25 September 2026 from 11:00 AM to 12:00 Noon. Candidates who appeared in the exam can log in to the official HPPSC online portal at hppsconline.hp.gov.in to download the provisional answer key. The objection window is open from 27 September 2026 to 1 October 2026. The objection fee is Rs. 100 per question, payable online only. A supporting document in PDF format is mandatory with every objection.
Important Note: Three things every candidate must act on today. First, the objection window opened on 27 September 2026 – that is today. Candidates who have already reviewed the answer key and found discrepancies can start filing objections right away. Second, the objection deadline is 1 October 2026 – that gives only five days from 27 September. Do not wait until the last day. Third, every objection must be backed by an authentic supporting document uploaded in PDF format. No objection – even with the fee paid – will be considered without the supporting document.
HPPSC Assistant Professor Zoology Answer Key 2026: Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission (HPPSC) |
| Post | Assistant Professor (College Cadre) – Zoology |
| Department | Department of Higher Education, Himachal Pradesh |
| Notice No. | 15-10/2026-PSC |
| Notice Date | 26 September 2026 |
| Exam (Screening Test Paper-I) Date | 25 September 2026 |
| Exam Timing | 11:00 AM to 12:00 Noon |
| Answer Key Type | Provisional |
| Answer Key Series | A, B, C and D |
| Total Questions | 50 |
| Objection Window | 27 September 2026 to 1 October 2026 |
| Objection Fee | Rs. 100 per question (non-refundable, online only) |
| Supporting Document | Mandatory (PDF format) |
| Official Website | hppsc.hp.gov.in |
HPPSC Assistant Professor Zoology Answer Key 2026: Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Screening Test (Paper-I) Held | 25 September 2026 |
| Provisional Answer Key Notice Issued | 26 September 2026 |
| Objection Window Opens | 27 September 2026 |
| Objection Window Closes | 1 October 2026 |
HPPSC Assistant Professor Zoology Provisional Answer Key 2026 (All 50 Questions, All 4 Series)
Identify your question booklet series (A, B, C or D) printed on the top of your question paper and use only the column for your series.
| Q. No. | Series A | Series B | Series C | Series D |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | A | C | B | B |
| 2 | D | D | A | B |
| 3 | A | A | D | B |
| 4 | A | D | A | C |
| 5 | D | B | C | B |
| 6 | D | A | A | C |
| 7 | B | D | D | B |
| 8 | A | D | B | A |
| 9 | B | C | B | C |
| 10 | A | A | D | A |
| 11 | D | B | A | B |
| 12 | B | C | B | B |
| 13 | A | B | B | A |
| 14 | C | A | B | D |
| 15 | B | D | C | A |
| 16 | C | A | B | A |
| 17 | D | C | C | D |
| 18 | A | A | B | D |
| 19 | D | D | A | B |
| 20 | B | B | C | A |
| 21 | A | B | A | B |
| 22 | D | D | B | A |
| 23 | D | A | B | D |
| 24 | C | B | A | B |
| 25 | A | B | D | A |
| 26 | B | B | A | C |
| 27 | C | C | A | B |
| 28 | B | B | D | C |
| 29 | A | C | D | D |
| 30 | D | B | B | A |
| 31 | A | A | A | D |
| 32 | C | C | B | B |
| 33 | A | A | A | A |
| 34 | D | B | D | D |
| 35 | B | B | B | D |
| 36 | B | A | A | C |
| 37 | D | D | C | A |
| 38 | A | A | B | B |
| 39 | B | A | C | C |
| 40 | B | D | D | B |
| 41 | B | D | A | A |
| 42 | C | B | D | D |
| 43 | B | A | B | A |
| 44 | C | B | A | C |
| 45 | B | A | D | A |
| 46 | A | D | D | D |
| 47 | C | B | C | B |
| 48 | A | A | A | B |
| 49 | B | C | B | D |
| 50 | B | B | C | A |
How to Download the HPPSC Zoology Answer Key 2026
- Visit the official HPPSC online portal at hppsconline.hp.gov.in.
- Log in using your registered credentials (registration ID and password).
- Navigate to the Assistant Professor (College Cadre) Zoology section or the Answer Key section on your candidate dashboard.
- Download the provisional answer key for Paper-I.
- Identify your question booklet series (A, B, C or D) and use the correct column to verify your answers.
- Note any question where you believe the key is incorrect before raising an objection.
How to Raise an Objection Against the HPPSC Zoology Provisional Answer Key 2026
| Step | Action |
|---|---|
| Step 1 | Log in to the official HPPSC portal at hppsconline.hp.gov.in with your registered credentials |
| Step 2 | Go to the Objection section for the Assistant Professor Zoology Screening Test Paper-I |
| Step 3 | Select the question number(s) you wish to challenge |
| Step 4 | Enter your justification and the answer you believe is correct |
| Step 5 | Upload an authentic supporting document or reference in PDF format – this is MANDATORY |
| Step 6 | Pay the objection fee of Rs. 100 per question through the online payment link (appears before final submission) |
| Step 7 | Submit the objection and save the acknowledgement receipt |
| Step 8 | Complete all objections before 1 October 2026 |
Important Rules for Objections
| Rule | Details |
|---|---|
| Mode | Online only (no offline or postal objections accepted) |
| Fee | Rs. 100 per question challenged (non-refundable) |
| Fee Payment | Online only via the link that appears before final submission |
| Supporting Document | Authentic reference/source in PDF format – MANDATORY for every objection |
| Without Fee | Objections without fee payment will not be considered |
| Without Document | Objections without supporting PDF document will not be considered, even if fee is paid |
| Eligibility | Only candidates who appeared in the exam are eligible to file objections |
| Deadline | 1 October 2026 – no objections entertained after this date |
HPPSC Assistant Professor Zoology Answer Key 2026: Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| HPPSC Zoology Provisional Answer Key 2026 PDF | Click Here |
| HPPSC Online Portal (Login for Answer Key and Objections) | Click Here |
| HPPSC Official Website | Click Here |
HPPSC Assistant Professor Zoology Answer Key 2026: FAQs
Q1. Has the HPPSC Assistant Professor Zoology Provisional Answer Key 2026 been released?
Yes. HPPSC released the provisional answer key for the Assistant Professor (College Cadre) Zoology Paper-I screening test held on 25 September 2026, vide Notice No. 15-10/2026-PSC dated 26 September 2026.
Q2. When was the HPPSC Zoology screening test held?
The Paper-I screening test was conducted on 25 September 2026 from 11:00 AM to 12:00 Noon.
Q3. What is the last date to raise objections against the HPPSC Zoology answer key?
1 October 2026. The objection window is open from 27 September to 1 October 2026.
Q4. What is the objection fee for the HPPSC Zoology answer key?
Rs. 100 per question challenged. The fee is non-refundable and must be paid online through the link that appears before final submission of the objection.
Q5. Is a supporting document mandatory for every objection?
Yes. An authentic supporting document or reference must be uploaded in PDF format with every objection. Objections without this document will not be considered, even if the fee has been paid.
Q6. How many question series were used in the HPPSC Zoology exam?
Four series: A, B, C and D. Candidates must identify their booklet series from the question paper and use only the corresponding column in the answer key.
Q7. How many questions are covered in the HPPSC Zoology Paper-I answer key?
50 questions (Q. 1 to Q. 50) are covered in the provisional answer key for all four series.
Disclaimer
The information in this article is based on the official provisional answer key notice (Notice No. 15-10/2026-PSC dated 26 September 2026) published by the Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission on hppsc.hp.gov.in. The 50-question answer key table is reproduced from the official HPPSC notice for all four series. In case of any discrepancy, the official HPPSC notice PDF will be treated as final. JobShouter is not associated with HPPSC. This article is for informational purposes only.
