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HP Naib Tehsildar Recruitment 2026

HPPSC Recruitment – Naib Tehsildar (Class-II Gazetted) 2026: HPPSC Recruitment – Naib Tehsildar (Class-II Gazetted) 2026: The recruitment is conducted by the Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission (HPPSC) for the Revenue Department, Government of Himachal Pradesh, through the Online Recruitment Application (ORA) mode.

FieldDetails
Recruitment NameHPPSC Naib Tehsildar Recruitment 2026
Conducting BodyHimachal Pradesh Public Service Commission (HPPSC)
Post NameNaib Tehsildar
DepartmentRevenue Department, Himachal Pradesh
Total VacanciesNotified Soon
Application Start DateNotified Soon
Last Date to ApplyNotified Soon
Exam Date 2026Notified Soon
Mode of ApplicationOnline
Official Websitewww.hppsc.hp.gov.in

 

HPPSC Naib Tehsildar Post Details: The post is Naib Tehsildar, classified as Class-II (Gazetted), and carries a pay scale of ₹10,300–34,800 along with a Grade Pay of ₹4,800.

HPPSC Naib Tehsildar Eligibility Criteria 2026:

Qualification TypeDetails
Essential QualificationGraduate from a recognized university
Desirable QualificationNot specified

 

HPPSC Naib Tehsildar Age Limit 2026:

  • For HPPSC Naib Tehsildar 2026, the age limit is 21 to 45 years.
  • A relaxation of 5 years in the upper age limit is admissible to candidates belonging to SC, ST and OBC categories of Himachal Pradesh, Wards of Freedom Fighters (H.P.), Persons with Disabilities (H.P.), Himachal Pradesh Government employees, and Ex-Servicemen.
  • However, this age relaxation is applicable only when the post is reserved for the respective category.

HPPSC Naib Tehsildar Documents Required (Upload on OTR Portal):

  • Candidates are required to produce a Matriculation certificate as proof of age, a Graduation degree certificate, and all mark sheets of graduation.
  • Category certificates related to SC, ST, OBC, EWS, Ex-Servicemen, Wards of Freedom Fighters, and Persons with Disabilities must be submitted wherever applicable.
  • Candidates claiming reservation must also furnish a Bonafide Himachali certificate in the prescribed format.
  • Applicants under the EWS category are required to submit either an Income and Asset Certificate or a valid BPL certificate along with a Non-SC/ST/OBC certificate.
  • All the required documents must be issued in the prescribed Himachal Pradesh Government format.

HPPSC Naib Tehsildar Application Process 2026:

  • The application process for HPPSC Naib Tehsildar 2026 is to be completed only through the official HPPSC website. Candidates must first complete the One Time Registration (OTR) before filling out the application form.
  • After registration, applicants are required to upload all necessary documents and carefully check the application preview before final submission.
  • Candidates must also submit a declaration confirming the clarity and correctness of the uploaded documents.
  • Once the application is finally submitted, no changes or edits are permitted.
  • Applications submitted through offline mode or any mode other than the prescribed online process shall be rejected.

HPPSC Naib Tehsildar Examination Fee 2026:

CategoryApplication Fee
General / EWS / WFF / General Ex-Servicemen Wards₹400
Candidates from Other States₹400
SC / ST / OBC (H.P.) / EWS-BPL₹100
Ex-Servicemen (normal tenure), Blind / Visually Impaired, Female CandidatesNo fee

 

Note:

  • The application fee must be paid online only through Debit Card, Credit Card, or Net Banking. No refund of the application fee shall be permitted under any circumstances.

HPPSC Naib Tehsildar Selection Process 2026: The HPPSC Naib Tehsildar selection process consists of three stages.

  • Stage 1: The Screening Test (Preliminary), is an objective-type MCQ examination of 2 hours duration comprising 120 General Knowledge questions, conducted in both Hindi and English. This stage is meant only for shortlisting candidates, and its marks are not counted in the final merit.
  • Stage 2: The Main Written Examination, includes papers on General Knowledge and Current Affairs (100 marks), General English (50 marks), English Essay (50 marks), and Hindi (50 marks). Candidates must secure a minimum of 33% marks in each paper to qualify.
  • Stage 3: The Personality Test (Viva Voce), carries 40 marks, and the final merit list is prepared on the basis of marks obtained in the Main Written Examination and the Personality Test combined.

Note:

  • In the Screening Test, a negative marking of 0.25 marks is applied for each wrong answer. If more than one option is marked for a question, it is treated as an incorrect answer. However, no penalty is imposed for unanswered questions.

HPPSC Naib Tehsildar Screening Test Syllabus:

SectionMarksTopics Covered
Himachal Pradesh30History, Geography, Socio-economic Development
Current Events50National Importance, International Importance, Scientific Awareness
General Knowledge 40Modern History (from 1857 onwards), Indian Culture, Indian Polity, Indian Economy, Indian Geography, Teachings of Mahatma Gandhi.

HPPSC Naib Tehsildar Main Exam Syllabus Overview 2026:

PaperMarksSyllabus / Topics
Paper I GK & Current Affairs100Himachal Pradesh History, Geography & Economy; National & International Events; Indian Polity, Economy, Culture; Teachings of Mahatma Gandhi
Paper II

General English

50Comprehension, Word Usage, Reasoning, Language Skills
Paper III English Essay50Essay Writing
Paper IV

Hindi

50Translation (English to Hindi); Explanation of Prose & Poetry; Composition and Grammar

 

HPPSC Naib Tehsildar Examination Centres 2026:

  • The HPPSC Naib Tehsildar Examination 2026 may be conducted at various centers including Shimla, Mandi, Sundernagar, Kangra, Dharamshala, Palampur, Solan, Una, Nahan, Bilaspur, Kullu, Chamba, and Hamirpur.
  • The centers at Reckong Peo and Keylong may also be allotted only if the number of candidates exceeds 100.
  • Main Written Examination will be conducted exclusively at Shimla.
  • The final allotment of examination centers rests solely at the discretion of the Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission.

Admit Card Rules:

  • The admit card for the examination must be downloaded only from the official website, as no admit cards will be sent by post.
  • Candidates are required to paste a self-attested passport-size photograph on the admit card wherever specified.
  • To download the admit card, candidates must log in using their User ID and password.

Reservation Rules:

  • Reservation benefits are applicable only to Bonafide Himachali candidates.
  • Candidates belonging to reserved categories of other states are treated as General category candidates.
  • The recruitment follows vertical reservation for SC, ST, OBC, and EWS, while horizontal reservation is provided for Ex-Servicemen, Wards of Freedom Fighters, Persons with Disabilities, and Sports categories.
  • The adjustment of merit is carried out based on the relaxations availed by the candidate.

Disqualification Grounds:

  • A candidate shall be disqualified if found guilty of furnishing false information or submitting forged documents, impersonation, or using unfair means during the examination. Possession or use of electronic devices inside the examination hall, attempts to influence the selection process, or involvement in criminal conviction shall also lead to disqualification. Candidates who have been dismissed from Government service are likewise ineligible and liable for disqualification.

Help and Facilitation:

  • For any assistance, candidates may contact the toll-free helpline at 1800-180-8004 or the office phone number 0177-2629738.
  • Queries can also be sent via email at hppsc_shimla@msn.com.
  • Support is available during office hours from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
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