HPPSC Assistant Professor (General Surgery) Recruitment 2026

The HPPSC is hiring 9 Assistant Professor (General Surgery) posts. Candidates who meet the qualification requirements can apply online before the last date. These vacancies are for permanent government jobs under the Department of Medical Education & Research. 

HPPSC Assistant Professor (General Surgery): Important Dates

• Notification Release on: June 07, 2026
• Application Start Date: June 07, 2026
• Last Date to Apply Online: July 04, 2026 (11:59 PM)
• Last Date to Pay Fee: July 04, 2026 (11:59 PM)
• Admit Card Release: To be notified
• Exam Date: To be notified

HPPSC Assistant Professor (General Surgery): Key Details

• • Recruiting Body: Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission 
  • Post Name: Assistant Professor (General Surgery)

• Department: Medical Education & Research, Himachal Pradesh

• • Total Vacancies: 9

• Pay Scale: INR 37,400 to INR 67,000 with Grade Pay INR 8,900

• Mode of Application: Online

• Job Location: Himachal Pradesh

Vacancy Details

• 7 seats are Open to All (Unreserved)
• 1 seat is for Ex-Servicemen from H.P.
• 1 seat is for OBC candidates from H.P.

Note: Reservation benefits and fee discounts are only available for bonafide residents of HP, following state government rules. 

What are the eligibility requirements?

Essential Medical Qualifications

1. Medical Registration: Applicants must hold a primary medical degree (like an MBBS).

2. Postgraduate Degree: Applicants must have completed advanced training and have a recognized postgraduate degree (such as an MD or MS) in their specific field of medicine.

3. Specialty Requirement (General Surgery): You need a Master of Surgery (M.S.) in General Surgery. Equivalent degrees from other countries, such as a medical degree from the U.S. (the Specialty Board of Surgery). 

Required Teaching Experience

Applicants with at least 3 years of teaching experience as a Lecturer, Registrar, Demonstrator, or Resident can apply.

They must show proof of experience in their specific medical specialty after completing the postgraduate degree. 

Desirable Qualification 

• Himachal Knowledge: Candidates who know the local languages, traditions, and culture of Himachal will be given preference.
• Research Work: It is also a benefit if you have your research studies published in recognized medical journals.

Age Limit

• Applicants must be 45 or younger as of January 1, 2026. Those who belong to certain reserved or special groups can get age relaxation benefits. 

• Candidates from SC, OBC, PwD, Children or Grandchildren of Freedom Fighters will get a 5-year age relaxation.

• If you are a permanent, temporary, or contractual employee of the Himachal Pradesh government or an ex-serviceman, your age relaxation will be given according to official rules.

Mandatory Documents

• 10th marksheet as an age proof.
• Degree certificates and marksheets.
• Experience certificates (if required).
• Category and Bonafide certificate (if applicable).
• Ex-Servicemen documents, service book, retirement details, and others (if applicable). 

Salary and Fee Information

• Job Rank: Assistant Professor (General Surgery), Class-I Gazetted (Regular Post)
• Monthly Pay Scale: ₹37,400 to ₹67,000
• Grade Pay: ₹8,900
• Extra Benefits: Allowances will be given as per HP Government rules
• Application Fee: ₹600 for all candidates
• How to Pay: Online using Debit Card, Credit Card, or UPI
• Refund Policy: The fee is strictly non-refundable once paid

Simple Steps to Apply Online

• Visit Portal: Go to the official website at hppsc.hp.gov.in.
• Open Registration: Click on “Apply Online” and select “One Time Registration (OTR)”.
• Create Profile: Sign up for a new account if you do not have an OTR profile.
• Log In: Enter your account and choose the active “Assistant Professor (General Surgery)” link.
• Enter Details: Fill out the form and upload clear copies of your documents.
• Pay Fee: Pay the application online using your card or UPI.
• Submit Form: Send the form before July 4, 2026 (11:59 PM) and print a copy.

Selection Process and Exam Pattern

The selection process includes a written exam followed by an interview (Personality Test).

• Exam Mode: The screening test can be a Computer-Based Test (CBT) or an offline exam, while the final interview is held at the HPPSC office in Shimla.

• Paper I (Screening Test): A 1-hour objective exam for 100 marks covering HP General Knowledge (30 marks), National/International Affairs (30 marks), Hindi Language (20 marks), and English Language (20 marks).

• Paper II (Subject Test): A 3-hour descriptive Subject Aptitude Test for 120 marks based on the official specialty syllabus.

• Negative Marking: Objective questions carry a 0.25-mark penalty for wrong answers or for leaving a question blank without marking “Option E”. 

• Document Verification: The commission will review all online forms and uploaded certificates before moving candidates to the interview stage.

• Personality Test: An interview carrying 30 marks, requiring a minimum passing score of 12 marks for the general category and 9 marks for reserved categories.

• Final Merit List: The final rank list is prepared by combining your scores from Paper II (Subject Test) and the Personality Test.