HPPSC Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online

Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission; Shimla district; On-site; INR 446,000 - 759,000; Full time

Job summary

HPPSC invites applications for Assistant Professor (College Cadre) Anthropology in Himachal Pradesh. A total of 5 vacancies exist in the unreserved category, with qualifications including a Master’s degree with at least 55% marks and NET/ SLET/ SET eligibility; eligibility criteria include possible exemptions for Ph.D. holders.

The examination centre is Shimla. Age limits are 18 to 45 years as of 1 January 2026.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Anthropology with at least 55% marks in a recognized Indian university.
• Equivalent degree from a foreign university recognized by Government of India is acceptable.
• NET, SLET or SET will be the minimum eligibility requirement, with exemptions for eligible Ph.D. holders under rules.

Skills

Master's in Anthropology

NET/ SLET/ SET

Education

Master's degree in Anthropology with 55%

Foreign degree acceptable if government-acknowledged

Job description

HPPSC Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026 Overview

Organization

Organization Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission

Department

Department Department of Higher Education, Himachal Pradesh

Advertisement Number

Advertisement Number 61/9-2026

Post Name

Post Name Assistant Professor (College Cadre) Anthropology

Assistant Professor (College Cadre) Anthropology Unreserved 5

Total

5

The number of vacancies is tentative and may be increased or decreased by the Commission.

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Candidates must possess the following qualifications as of the closing date of the online application:

• A good academic record with at least 55% marks, or its equivalent under the applicable grading system, in a Master’s degree in Anthropology from a recognized Indian university.
• An equivalent degree from a foreign university recognized by the Government of India is also acceptable.
• Candidates must have cleared the eligibility test for Assistant Professor, such as NET conducted by UGC or CSIR, or a similar test accredited by the State Public Service Commission.
• NET, SLET or SET will remain the minimum eligibility requirement, subject to the exemptions provided for eligible Ph.D. degree holders under the applicable rules.

Relaxation in Master’s Degree Marks

• SC, ST and OBC Non-Creamy Layer candidates: Relaxation from 55% to 50%.
• Physically and visually handicapped candidates: Relaxation from 55% to 50%.
• Eligible Ph.D. holders who passed their Master’s degree before September 1991: Relaxation from 55% to 50%.

NET, SLET or SET Exemption for Ph.D. Candidates

Candidates who registered for an M.Phil. or Ph.D. programme before 11 July 2009 may be exempted from NET, SLET or SET, subject to fulfilment of the prescribed conditions, including:

• The Ph.D. degree must have been awarded in regular mode.
• The Ph.D. thesis must have been evaluated by at least two external examiners.
• An open Ph.D. viva voce must have been conducted.
• The candidate must have published at least two research papers from the Ph.D. work, including at least one paper in a refereed journal.
• The candidate must have made at least two conference or seminar presentations based on the Ph.D. work.
• Compliance with these conditions must be certified by the competent university authority.

Knowledge of the customs, manners and dialects of Himachal Pradesh and suitability for appointment under the conditions prevailing in the state is desirable.

Age Limit

The age limit prescribed for HPPSC Assistant Professor Anthropology Recruitment 2026 is:

Minimum Age 18 years

Maximum Age 45 years

Age Calculation Date

Age Calculation Date 1 January 2026

Age Relaxation

A relaxation of five years in the upper age limit is admissible to eligible bonafide candidates belonging to the following Himachal Pradesh categories, subject to the conditions specified in the notification:

• SC of Himachal Pradesh
• ST of Himachal Pradesh
• OBC of Himachal Pradesh
• Wards of Freedom Fighters of Himachal Pradesh
• Persons with disabilities of Himachal Pradesh

Age relaxation for Himachal Pradesh Government employees and Ex-Servicemen of Himachal Pradesh will be provided according to the applicable government instructions. Candidates of reserved categories belonging to other states will be treated as unreserved candidates.

Post Name

Monthly Emoluments

Assistant Professor Anthropology – Job Trainee Rs.35,000 per month

The recruitment and engagement will be governed by the Himachal Pradesh Government’s scheme for the engagement of job trainees on a fixed monthly amount.

Application Fee

Candidate Category

Application Fee

All candidates, irrespective of category or gender Rs.600

The examination fee must be paid online using a debit card, credit card, UPI or another prescribed digital payment method. The fee, once paid, will not be refunded or kept in reserve for another examination.

Selection Process

The HPPSC Assistant Professor Anthropology selection process includes the following stages:

• Personality Test

Paper I will be conducted as a Computer Based Test or offline screening test. It will carry 100 marks and have a duration of one hour.

Subject

Marks

General Knowledge of Himachal Pradesh 30

General Knowledge of National and International Affairs 30

Hindi Language 20

English Language 20

Total

100

Type of Test

Duration

Duration 3 hours

Maximum Marks 120 marks

The detailed syllabus for Paper II will be uploaded separately on the official HPPSC website.

Negative Marking

• One-fourth of the marks assigned to a question will be deducted for every incorrect answer in Paper I.
• If more than one answer is marked, it will be treated as incorrect and the same penalty will apply.
• Candidates who do not want to answer a question must select option “E”.
• If no option is selected, one-fourth of the marks assigned to that question will be deducted.

Minimum Qualifying Marks

Selection Stage

General Category

Reserved Categories

Subject Aptitude Test 45% 40%

Personality Test 40% or 12 marks 30% or 9 marks

The Personality Test will carry 30 marks and will be held at the HPPSC office in Shimla. Final ranking will be determined using the marks obtained in the Subject Aptitude Test and Personality Test.

Examination Centre

The notified examination station is Shimla. However, HPPSC may change or allot a different examination centre depending on administrative requirements and the availability of computer test laboratories.

Documents Required

• Matriculation certificate as proof of age
• Marks sheets for all years or consolidated marks sheet
• NET, SLET or SET qualification certificate, wherever applicable
• Ph.D. degree and exemption-related certificates, wherever applicable
• Valid category certificate, if applicable
• Bonafide Himachali certificate for candidates claiming Himachal Pradesh reservation benefits
• Disability certificate, if applicable
• Experience certificate, wherever required
• Recent scanned photograph
• Scanned signature
• NOC for candidates in regular government service
• Eligibility regarding age and qualifications will be determined as of the closing date of the online application.
• Applications submitted through any mode other than the HPPSC online portal will not be accepted.
• An application without the prescribed photograph or signature will be rejected.
• Candidates must upload clear, readable and valid supporting documents.
• Government employees in regular service must produce a No Objection Certificate when required.
• Original documents must be produced during document verification or the Personality Test.
• E-admit cards will be available online and will not be sent by post.
• Candidates should regularly visit the HPPSC website for examination dates, admit cards, syllabus and other updates.

HPPSC Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026 FAQs

Q1. How many vacancies are available under HPPSC Assistant Professor Anthropology Recruitment 2026?

HPPSC has announced 5 vacancies for Assistant Professor in Anthropology. All five vacancies are under the unreserved category.

Q2. What is the last date to apply for HPPSC Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026?

The last date to submit the online application is 16 October 2026 up to 11:59 PM.

Q3. What is the salary for an HPPSC Assistant Professor Anthropology Job Trainee?

The selected Job Trainee will receive fixed monthly emoluments of Rs.35,000.

Q4. What is the age limit for HPPSC Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026?

The prescribed age limit is 18 to 45 years as of 1 January 2026. Applicable age relaxation will be provided according to the notification and government rules.

Q5. What is the required educational qualification?

Candidates should hold a Master’s degree in the relevant subject with at least 55% marks or an equivalent grade and should have qualified NET, SLET or SET, subject to the prescribed exemptions.

Q6. Is NET compulsory for HPPSC Assistant Professor Anthropology posts?

NET, SLET or SET is generally required. However, candidates holding a qualifying Ph.D. degree may receive an exemption if they fulfil all the conditions mentioned in the notification and applicable regulations.

Q7. What is the application fee for HPPSC Assistant Professor Recruitment?

A uniform examination fee of Rs.600 applies to all candidates, irrespective of category or gender.

Q8. What is the selection process for HPPSC Assistant Professor Anthropology?

The selection process consists of an objective screening test, a descriptive Subject Aptitude Test, document verification and a Personality Test.

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