The Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission (HPPSC) has released the provisional answer key for Paper-I (Screening Test) of the Assistant Professor (College Cadre) Physical Education recruitment in the Department of Higher Education, Himachal Pradesh. The paper was held on 7 October 2026 from 11:00 AM to 12:00 Noon. The key lists answers for all 50 questions and candidates can raise objections online from 10 October 2026 to 14 October 2026. The fee is Rs. 100 per question challenged, payable online and non-refundable.
Important Note:
- Raise your objections online through the HPPSC portal at hppsconline.hp.gov.in before 14 October 2026 – late submissions will not be entertained under any circumstances.
- Every objection must be supported by an authentic document or reference uploaded in PDF format – objections without supporting evidence will not be considered even if the fee has been paid.
- The fee of Rs. 100 per objected question is non-refundable and must be paid online before final submission – objections without the fee payment will not be accepted.
Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission (HPPSC) |
| Post Name | Assistant Professor (College Cadre) – Physical Education |
| Department | Department of Higher Education, Himachal Pradesh |
| Exam | Paper-I (Screening Test) |
| Exam Date | 7 October 2026 |
| Exam Timing | 11:00 AM to 12:00 Noon |
| Notice Number and Date | No. 15-12/2026-PSC, dated 9 October 2026 |
| Answer Key Type | Provisional |
| Total Questions | 50 |
| Objection Mode | Online only |
| Objection Window | 10 October 2026 to 14 October 2026 |
| Objection Fee | Rs. 100 per question (non-refundable) |
| Official Portal | hppsconline.hp.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Paper-I (Screening Test) Held | 7 October 2026 (11:00 AM to 12:00 Noon) |
| Notice Dated | 9 October 2026 |
| Objection Window Opens | 10 October 2026 |
| Last Date to Submit Objections | 14 October 2026 |
| Final Answer Key | Not mentioned in notice |
| Result of Paper-I | Not mentioned in notice |
Provisional Answer Key – Paper-I (Physical Education)
The table below reproduces the provisional answer key exactly as published in the official HPPSC notice (No. 15-12/2026-PSC dated 9 October 2026). This is a provisional key and answers may change after HPPSC reviews valid objections.
| Q. No. | Answer | Q. No. | Answer |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | C | 26 | A |
| 2 | D | 27 | C |
| 3 | B | 28 | C |
| 4 | B | 29 | D |
| 5 | A | 30 | C |
| 6 | D | 31 | C |
| 7 | A | 32 | A |
| 8 | B | 33 | B |
| 9 | B | 34 | D |
| 10 | C | 35 | C |
| 11 | C | 36 | D |
| 12 | B | 37 | D |
| 13 | B | 38 | B |
| 14 | D | 39 | C |
| 15 | C | 40 | B |
| 16 | C | 41 | C |
| 17 | D | 42 | B |
| 18 | C | 43 | B |
| 19 | D | 44 | B |
| 20 | C | 45 | C |
| 21 | A | 46 | A |
| 22 | B | 47 | A |
| 23 | C | 48 | C |
| 24 | C | 49 | B |
| 25 | B | 50 | B |
The notice does not mention a question booklet series or set code. The marks per question and any negative marking are also not mentioned in the notice – candidates must refer to the original official HPPSC notification for these details.
How to Download the HPPSC Assistant Professor Answer Key 2026
- Visit the official HPPSC online portal at hppsconline.hp.gov.in.
- Navigate to the Answer Key or Latest Updates section.
- Find the provisional answer key notice for Paper-I, Assistant Professor (College Cadre) Physical Education, Notice No. 15-12/2026-PSC dated 9 October 2026.
- Click to open and download the official notice PDF.
- Compare your marked responses with the key for Questions 1 to 50.
How to Raise an Objection Against the HPPSC Answer Key 2026
Objections must be filed online only through the HPPSC portal. No other mode of objection or fee payment will be entertained.
- Visit the official HPPSC online portal at hppsconline.hp.gov.in.
- Log in with your credentials and navigate to the objection submission section for this recruitment.
- Select the question number(s) you wish to challenge.
- Upload a valid and authentic supporting document or reference in PDF format for each question you challenge. This is mandatory – objections without supporting documents will not be considered even if the fee has been paid.
- Proceed to the payment section. The payment link will appear before final submission.
- Pay Rs. 100 per objected question online. The fee is non-refundable.
- Submit your objection(s) on or before 14 October 2026.
Objection Fee Details
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Fee per objected question | Rs. 100 (Rupees One Hundred only) |
| Refund | Non-refundable |
| Payment mode | Online only |
| Payment link | Appears before final submission of objection(s) |
Important Instructions
- Only candidates who appeared in the Paper-I exam on 7 October 2026 can file objections.
- Objections can be filed through online mode only. No offline submissions or postal objections will be entertained.
- Every objection must be accompanied by an authentic supporting document or reference uploaded in PDF format.
- Objections without supporting documents will not be considered, even if the fee has been paid.
- Objections without the required fee payment will not be accepted.
- The objection window runs for 5 days from 10 October 2026 to 14 October 2026. Do not wait until the last day.
- The marks per question and negative marking are not stated in the answer key notice – verify from the original official HPPSC notification before calculating any estimated score.
- Monitor hppsc.hp.gov.in for the final answer key and result notifications.
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| HPPSC Online Portal – Answer Key and Objection Submission | Click Here |
| HPPSC Official Website | Click Here |
FAQs
Has HPPSC released the Assistant Professor (College Cadre) Physical Education answer key 2026?
Yes. HPPSC released the provisional answer key for Paper-I (Screening Test) of the Assistant Professor (College Cadre) Physical Education exam through Notice No. 15-12/2026-PSC dated 9 October 2026.
Is this the provisional or the final answer key?
This is the provisional answer key. The final answer key will be released after HPPSC reviews all valid objections submitted within the deadline.
What is the last date to raise objections?
The objection window runs from 10 October 2026 to 14 October 2026. Objections must be submitted online before the deadline.
What is the fee to challenge the HPPSC answer key?
The fee is Rs. 100 per question objected, payable online. The fee is non-refundable regardless of whether the objection is accepted or rejected.
Can I file an objection offline or by post?
No. The notice clearly states that no other mode of filing objections or depositing the fee will be entertained. Online submission only.
Is a supporting document mandatory for raising an objection?
Yes. An authentic document or reference in PDF format must be uploaded for each question challenged. Objections without supporting documents will not be considered, even if the fee has been paid.
How many questions are in the Paper-I answer key?
The provisional answer key lists answers for 50 questions (Q. 1 to Q. 50).
When was the HPPSC Assistant Professor Physical Education Paper-I exam held?
The Paper-I (Screening Test) was held on 7 October 2026 from 11:00 AM to 12:00 Noon.
Disclaimer
The information in this article is based on the official HPPSC provisional answer key notice (No. 15-12/2026-PSC) for the Assistant Professor (College Cadre) Physical Education Paper-I (Screening Test) issued by HPPSC and dated 9 October 2026, available on hppsc.hp.gov.in. The provisional answer key reproduced in this article is sourced directly from the official notice. Answers may change after HPPSC reviews valid objections. The marks per question, negative marking, and result date are not mentioned in this notice and must be verified from the original official HPPSC notification. JobShouter is not associated with HPPSC or the Government of Himachal Pradesh. This article is for informational purposes only.
