HPPSC HAS (Himachal Pradesh Administrative Service) is the state civil services examination for Himachal Pradesh, conducted by the HPPSC. It is the route to administrative posts in HP — from SDM and BDO to District Collector on promotion.
Himachal Pradesh is a hill state with tourism-driven economy, apple orchards, and hydroelectric power as key sectors. An HAS officer deals with land revenue, tribal welfare, tourism administration, and disaster preparedness.
Posts Offered
| Post | Service |
|---|
| Sub-Divisional Officer (HAS) | HP Administrative Service |
| Tehsildar | Revenue |
| HP Police Service (HPPS) | Police |
| Block Development Officer | Rural Development |
| Assistant Controller (Finance) | Finance |
| Allied Services Posts | Various Depts |
- Age: 21–45 years (one of the highest upper age limits in state PSCs)
- Qualification: Bachelor's Degree from any recognised university
- Language: Hindi or Sanskrit knowledge up to Matric level required
- Domicile: HP domicile required for reserved category benefits
| Post | Basic Pay | Gross |
|---|
| HAS Officer (Level 10) | ₹56,100 | ~₹80,000–₹95,000/month |
| Allied Services | ₹44,900–₹56,100 | ~₹65,000–₹80,000/month |
| Event | Date |
|---|
| Application Start | May 15, 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | June 14, 2026 |
| Prelims Exam | September 6, 2026 |
| Mains Exam | January 2027 (expected) |
| Viva Voce | April 2027 (expected) |
Himachal Pradesh GK (GS Paper V): HP's geography (rivers — Beas, Chenab, Sutlej; glaciers; hill stations — Shimla, Manali, Dharamshala), HP economy (apple cultivation, tourism, hydropower projects — Bhakra, Nathpa Jhakri), HP history (Bushahr, Kullu kingdoms, integration into India 1948–1966), HP government schemes, and Census data for HP.
Hindi/Sanskrit (Qualifying Paper I): Essay and comprehension in formal Hindi. Manageable for most candidates — practice formal writing.
Optional Subject: HP candidates often choose History, Political Science, Geography, or Economics. Choose what you know best.