The Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission (HPPSC) has released the e-admit card for the Screening Test and Subject Aptitude Test (SAT) for the post of Assistant Professor (College Cadre) in Political Science and Commerce, Department of Higher Education. The announcement was made through Press Note No. 3-26/2026-PSC(R-I)-Vol.-II-Loose dated 30 September 2026. The exam is scheduled for 11 October 2026. Paper-I runs from 11:00 AM to 12:00 Noon and Paper-II from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM. Candidates have also been informed by SMS and email on their registered contact details.
Important Note: Three things every candidate must act on immediately. First, the exam is on 11 October 2026 – just 9 days away. Download and print your e-admit card from hppsc.hp.gov.in without delay. Second, entry to the exam centre closes exactly 30 minutes before each paper begins: at 10:30 AM for Paper-I and at 1:30 PM for Paper-II. Late arrivals will not be allowed in. Third, read the instructions to candidates uploaded with the e-admit card on hppsc.hp.gov.in carefully before exam day. The Press Note does not reproduce these instructions – they are available separately on the website.
HPPSC Assistant Professor Admit Card 2026: Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission (HPPSC) |
| Post | Assistant Professor (College Cadre) |
| Department | Higher Education, Himachal Pradesh |
| Subjects (This Notice) | Political Science and Commerce |
| Test Name | Screening Test and Subject Aptitude Test (SAT) |
| Press Note No. | 3-26/2026-PSC(R-I)-Vol.-II-Loose |
| Press Note Date | 30 September 2026 |
| Exam Date | 11 October 2026 |
| Admit Card Status | Released (e-admit card) |
| Official Website | hppsc.hp.gov.in |
HPPSC Assistant Professor Admit Card 2026: Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Consolidated Final Schedule Press Note | 5 September 2026 |
| Admit Card Press Note | 30 September 2026 |
| Exam Date (Political Science and Commerce) | 11 October 2026 |
HPPSC Assistant Professor Exam Date and Timings 2026
| Subject | Exam Date | Paper | Timing | Entry Closes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Political Science | 11 October 2026 | Paper-I | 11:00 AM to 12:00 Noon | 10:30 AM |
| Political Science | 11 October 2026 | Paper-II | 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM | 1:30 PM |
| Commerce | 11 October 2026 | Paper-I | 11:00 AM to 12:00 Noon | 10:30 AM |
| Commerce | 11 October 2026 | Paper-II | 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM | 1:30 PM |
Entry closing time is strict. Candidates arriving after 10:30 AM for Paper-I or after 1:30 PM for Paper-II will not be permitted to enter the exam centre under any circumstances.
Who Has Received the HPPSC Assistant Professor Admit Card?
The e-admit card has been issued to provisionally admitted candidates for the Assistant Professor (College Cadre) posts in Political Science and Commerce only. These candidates have also been notified by SMS and email on the mobile numbers and email IDs they provided in their Online Recruitment Application Forms. This notice covers Political Science and Commerce only. Admit cards for other subjects will be notified separately by HPPSC.
How to Download the HPPSC Assistant Professor Admit Card 2026
- Visit the official HPPSC website at hppsc.hp.gov.in.
- Look for the admit card notice for Assistant Professor (College Cadre) – Political Science and Commerce on the homepage.
- Log in or enter the details required by the portal.
- Download the e-admit card and the instructions to candidates PDF.
- Print the e-admit card on A4 paper. Print at least 2 copies.
- Read the instructions to candidates carefully before exam day.
- Verify all details on the admit card: name, subject, exam date, paper timings and exam centre address.
What to Check on Your Admit Card
| Detail | What to Verify |
|---|---|
| Name | Must match your application |
| Subject | Political Science or Commerce as applicable |
| Paper Timings | Paper-I: 11 AM-12 Noon; Paper-II: 2 PM-5 PM |
| Exam Date | 11 October 2026 |
| Exam Centre Name and Address | Plan your travel to arrive before entry closing time |
| Photograph and Signature | Must be clearly visible and correct |
If any detail is incorrect, contact HPPSC through official channels at hppsc.hp.gov.in immediately. Do not wait until exam day to resolve discrepancies.
Important Instructions for Exam Day
- Report to the exam centre well before the entry closing time: 10:30 AM for Paper-I and 1:30 PM for Paper-II. Late arrivals will not be permitted.
- Carry a printed copy of the e-admit card. A soft copy on a mobile phone alone may not be accepted.
- Carry a valid original photo ID: Aadhaar, PAN, Voter ID, Passport or Driving Licence.
- Follow all the instructions to candidates uploaded on hppsc.hp.gov.in. These are the binding rules for the exam.
- Mobile phones, Bluetooth devices, smartwatches and all electronic gadgets are strictly prohibited at the exam centre.
- Do not share your login credentials with anyone.
HPPSC Assistant Professor Admit Card 2026: Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Download HPPSC Assistant Professor Admit Card 2026 | Click Here |
| HPPSC Official Website | Click Here |
HPPSC Assistant Professor Admit Card 2026: FAQs
Q1. Has the HPPSC Assistant Professor Admit Card 2026 been released?
Yes. HPPSC released the e-admit card for Assistant Professor (College Cadre) in Political Science and Commerce on 30 September 2026 via Press Note No. 3-26/2026-PSC(R-I)-Vol.-II-Loose. Download it from hppsc.hp.gov.in.
Q2. What is the exam date for HPPSC Assistant Professor Political Science and Commerce?
11 October 2026 for both subjects.
Q3. What are the Paper-I and Paper-II timings?
Paper-I: 11:00 AM to 12:00 Noon. Paper-II: 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM.
Q4. What is the entry closing time at the exam centre?
10:30 AM for Paper-I and 1:30 PM for Paper-II. Candidates arriving after these times will not be allowed to enter.
Q5. Will candidates be notified by SMS or email?
Yes. HPPSC has informed provisionally admitted candidates via SMS and email on their registered mobile numbers and email IDs.
Q6. Are admit cards for other subjects also released?
This notice covers only Political Science and Commerce. Admit cards for other subjects will be notified separately by HPPSC.
Disclaimer
The information in this article is based on HPPSC Press Note No. 3-26/2026-PSC(R-I)-Vol.-II-Loose dated 30 September 2026 published on hppsc.hp.gov.in for the Assistant Professor (College Cadre) Screening Test and Subject Aptitude Test – Political Science and Commerce, 11 October 2026. Candidates must download the e-admit card and read the instructions to candidates only from hppsc.hp.gov.in. JobShouter is not associated with HPPSC. This article is for informational purposes only.
