HPSCB Junior Clerk Recruitment 2026: Apply for 91 Posts
📅 Posted: 09/05/2026 📝 Updated: 09/05/2026
Total Vacancy91
SalaryLevel-2 (₹19,900 - ₹63,200) [Approx. ₹28,000–₹32,000/Month incl. DA & HRA]
LocationHimachal Pradesh
Last Date29/05/2026
Short Information: The Himachal Pradesh State Co-operative Bank (HPSCB), Shimla, is hiring 91 Junior Clerks under the PACS and OCS quota — a stable, regular government-grade banking job with minimum pay of ₹19,900/month (Level-2) plus allowances. What makes this role attractive is the job security: these are regular basis appointments, not contract or temporary, in one of Himachal Pradesh's premier scheduled cooperative banks directly under the state government. Applications are open from 09 May 2026 to 29 May 2026 through the Bank's official website. The exam is conducted by IBPS, Mumbai — the same agency that runs national bank exams — lending the process high credibility and transparency. Eligibility is specific: you must be a Graduate from a recognized university AND have either 3 years of continuous service as a Secretary in a PACS (for PACS Quota) or 5 years of service in a Cooperative Society (for OCS Quota). Age limit is 18 to 45 years as on 01.01.2026. The written test carries 150 marks across 5 subjects including HP Cooperative Societies Act — a subject most other bank exams skip, so focused preparation here gives you an edge. There is no negative marking, which makes it candidate-friendly. Selected candidates will be posted anywhere in Himachal Pradesh. If you have the cooperative society background and experience, this is one of the few banking roles in HP reserved specifically for insiders like you.
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HPSCB Junior Clerk Online Form 2026 2026Important Dates
| Notification Released | 09/05/2026 |
| Application Begin | 09/05/2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 29/05/2026 |
| Pay Exam Fee Last Date | 29/05/2026 |
| Download Call Letter | Around 7 days before exam date |
| Exam Date | Expected 5-6 weeks after 29/05/2026 (To be notified) |
| Result Declaration | Around 15 days after the exam |
HPSCB Junior Clerk Online Form 2026 2026Application Fee
| General (UR) / OBC of HP | ₹1000 |
| EWS of HP | ₹800 |
| SC / ST / IRDP / BPL / Antodaya of HP | ₹800 |
| Female Candidates (All Categories) of HP | ₹800 |
Payment: Online (Debit Card / Credit Card / Internet Banking / IMPS / Mobile Wallets)
HPSCB Junior Clerk Recruitment 2026: Apply for 91 PostsVacancy Details & Age Limit
Age Limit: 18–45 Years (Born between 02/01/1981 and 01/01/2008, as on 01/01/2026)
(SC: 5 Years, ST: 5 Years, OBC: 5 Years, Physically Handicapped (PwBD): 5 Years, Ward of Freedom Fighter (WFF): 5 Years, Ex-Servicemen (Reserved Vacancies): Age at joining military must not exceed upper limit; current age must be below 58 years, Ex-Servicemen (Unreserved Vacancies): Actual age minus approved military service must not exceed max age by more than 3 years (Max 12 years relaxation), Note: Age relaxation applicable only to bonafide Himachali candidates)
| Post Name | Quota | Total Posts | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|---|
| Junior Clerk | PACS Quota (Trained Secretaries of PACS of HP) | 74 | Graduate + Min. 3 Years as PACS Secretary + Below 45 Years |
| Junior Clerk | OCS Quota (Employees of Other Cooperative Societies / PACS non-Secretary staff) | 17 | Graduate + Min. 5 Years in Cooperative Society + Below 45 Years |
| Total Vacancy | 91 | ||
| Note: Number of posts may vary depending on actual requirement at time of final selection. | |||
Recruitment Table: Category Wise Vacancy — PACS Quota (74 Posts)
| Category | No. of Vacancies |
|---|---|
| GEN / UR | 19 |
| EWS of HP | 07 |
| SC of HP | 12 |
| ST of HP | 02 |
| OBC of HP | 11 |
| GEN (EX-SM) of HP | 08 |
| SC (EX-SM) of HP | 03 |
| ST (EX-SM) of HP | 01 |
| OBC (EX-SM) of HP | 02 |
| SC-IRDP of HP | 02 |
| OBC-IRDP of HP | 02 |
| GEN (WFF) of HP | 01 |
| SC (WFF) of HP | 01 |
| PwBD of HP (1 each: Blindness & Low Vision; Deaf & Hard of Hearing; Locomotor Disability) | 03 |
| Total | 74 |
| Note:EX-SM = Ex-Servicemen; WFF = Ward of Freedom Fighter; IRDP = Integrated Rural Development Programme; PwBD = Persons with Benchmark Disabilities. | |
Recruitment Table: Category Wise Vacancy — OCS Quota (17 Posts)
| Category | No. of Vacancies |
|---|---|
| GEN / UR | 06 |
| EWS of HP | 02 |
| SC of HP | 02 |
| ST of HP | 01 |
| OBC of HP | 02 |
| OBC-IRDP of HP | 01 |
| SC-IRDP of HP | 01 |
| GEN (EX-SM) of HP | 01 |
| SC (EX-SM) of HP | 01 |
| Total | 17 |
| Note:OCS = Other Cooperative Societies; EX-SM = Ex-Servicemen; IRDP = Integrated Rural Development Programme. | |
HPSCB Junior Clerk Online Form 2026Eligibility Criteria
- Candidate must be a Graduate in any discipline from a recognized University.
- Candidate should have passed Matriculation (10th) and 10+2 from a school/institution situated within Himachal Pradesh — this condition does not apply to Bonafide Himachalis.
- PACS Quota: Minimum 3 years of continuous service as Secretary (as defined in Rule 2(vii) of HP Cooperative Societies Rules, 1971) of a Primary Agriculture Credit Society (PACS).
- OCS Quota: Minimum 5 years of continuous service in any Cooperative Society (Other Cooperative Societies or PACS employees not covered under 'Trained Secretary' definition).
- Age: Must be above 18 years and below 45 years as on 01/01/2026 (Born between 02/01/1981 and 01/01/2008).
- Candidate should not be directly or indirectly a defaulter of his/her society.
- All educational qualifications must be from a University/Institution/Board recognized by the Government of India.
- Candidates from reserved categories (SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwBD/Ex-SM) must be bonafide Himachalis to avail reservation benefits.
- OBC candidates must submit a valid Non-Creamy Layer certificate from competent authority.
- Experience certificate must be issued by the concerned Inspector of Society AND countersigned by the Assistant Registrar, Cooperative Societies of HP — supported by managing committee resolution and relevant statutory audit report pages.
HPSCB Junior Clerk Online Form 2026Pay Scale / Salary Structure
| Post Name | Salary Level |
|---|---|
| Junior Clerk (PACS & OCS Quota) | Level-2 (Minimum Pay ₹19,900/- per month + Admissible Allowances) |
HPSCB Junior Clerk Online Form 2026Selection Process Steps
- Online Written Examination (conducted by IBPS, Mumbai) — 150 Marks, 150 Minutes
- Minimum 40% marks required to qualify in Online Examination
- Candidates up to 1.75 times of vacant posts shortlisted for Document Verification/Scrutiny
- Verification/Scrutiny of Original Documents by the Bank
- Final Merit List prepared on the basis of marks obtained in Online Examination
- No Personal Interview
HPSCB Junior Clerk Online Form 2026Detailed Exam Pattern
Recruitment Details: Exam Overview
- Mode: Online (Objective Type Multiple Choice Questions).
- Language: Bilingual — Question paper in both English and Hindi.
- Total Questions: 150.
- Total Marks: 150.
- Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes (150 minutes). No separate time limit per section.
- Negative Marking: No negative marking in this examination.
- Minimum Qualifying Marks: 40% of total marks (i.e., 60 out of 150).
- Conducted By: IBPS, Mumbai.
- Phases: Single phase online examination.
- Document Ratio: Candidates up to 1.75 times the number of vacancies will be called for document verification based on merit.
Recruitment Table: Subject-wise Exam Pattern
| Sr. No. | Subject | No. of Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Reasoning | 30 | 30 |
| 2 | Numerical Ability | 30 | 30 |
| 3 | English | 30 | 30 |
| 4 | General Awareness (incl. HP General Knowledge) | 30 | 30 |
| 5 | HP Cooperative Societies Act & HP Cooperative Societies Rules | 30 | 30 |
| Total | 150 | 150 |
Recruitment Table: Document Upload Specifications
| Document | Format | Dimensions | File Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| Photograph | JPG/JPEG | 200 x 230 pixels (4.5cm x 3.5cm) | 20 KB – 50 KB |
| Signature (Black Ink on White Paper) | JPG/JPEG | 140 x 60 pixels | 10 KB – 20 KB |
| Left Thumb Impression | JPG/JPEG | 240 x 240 pixels (200 DPI) | 20 KB – 50 KB |
| Hand-Written Declaration (English, Black Ink) | JPG/JPEG | 800 x 400 pixels (200 DPI) | 50 KB – 100 KB |
Recruitment Info: Valid Identity Proofs for Examination Hall
- PAN Card
- Passport
- Permanent Driving Licence
- Voter's Card
- Aadhaar / E-Aadhaar Card with Photograph
- Bank Passbook with Photograph
- Photo Identity Proof issued by a Gazetted Officer on official letterhead
- Photo Identity Proof issued by a People's Representative on official letterhead
- Valid Identity Card issued by a recognized College/University with photograph
- Employee ID with Photograph
- Note: Ration Card and Learner's Driving Licence are NOT valid ID proofs.
HPSCB Junior Clerk Online Form 2026Subject-wise Syllabus Topics
The level of examination shall be in accordance with the minimum educational qualification i.e. Graduation level. The syllabus below is based on the exam pattern and standard topics for each subject at graduation level.
📚 Reasoning
- Logical Reasoning
- Alphanumeric Series
- Ranking/Direction/Alphabet Test
- Data Sufficiency
- Coded Inequalities
- Seating Arrangement
- Puzzle
- Tabulation
- Syllogism
- Blood Relations
- Input-Output
- Coding-Decoding
📚 Numerical Ability
- Simplification
- Profit & Loss
- Mixtures & Alligations
- Simple Interest & Compound Interest
- Surds & Indices
- Work & Time
- Time & Distance
- Mensuration — Cylinder, Cone, Sphere
- Data Interpretation
- Ratio & Proportion
- Number Systems
- Sequences & Series
- Permutation, Combination & Probability
📚 English
- Reading Comprehension
- Cloze Test
- Para Jumbles
- Miscellaneous Grammar
- Fill in the Blanks
- Multiple Meaning / Error Spotting
- Paragraph Completion
- Vocabulary
📚 General Awareness (incl. HP General Knowledge)
- Current Affairs (National & International)
- Banking & Financial Awareness
- Government Schemes
- Himachal Pradesh History, Geography & Culture
- HP State Government Policies & Administration
- Static GK — Countries, Capitals, Currencies
- Awards & Honours
- Sports
📚 HP Cooperative Societies Act & HP Cooperative Societies Rules
- HP Cooperative Societies Act, 1968 — Key Provisions
- HP Cooperative Societies Rules, 1971
- Definition of 'Trained Secretary' (Rule 2(vii))
- Registration and Management of Cooperative Societies
- Audit, Inspection and Inquiry
- Primary Agricultural Credit Societies (PACS) — Structure & Functions
- Role of Registrar, Cooperative Societies of HP
- Dispute Resolution & Arbitration
- Dissolution of Societies
- Member Rights, Duties and Liabilities
HPSCB Junior Clerk Online Form 2026How to Apply
- Visit the official website of HPSCB: www.hpscb.bank.in
- Click on the 'APPLY ONLINE' Recruitment Link.
- Click 'Click here for New Registration' and enter your Name, Contact Details, and Email ID.
- Note the Provisional Registration Number and Password sent via Email/SMS.
- Fill in all personal, educational, and experience details carefully. Use 'SAVE AND NEXT' to save progress.
- Upload scanned Photograph (20–50 KB), Signature (10–20 KB), Left Thumb Impression (20–50 KB), and Hand-Written Declaration (50–100 KB) as per the prescribed specifications.
- Also capture a live photograph via webcam or mobile scan (QR code option available).
- Preview the complete application form and verify all details before final submission.
- Click 'COMPLETE REGISTRATION' only after verifying all details — no changes are possible after this.
- Proceed to 'Payment' tab and pay the application fee online (Debit/Credit Card, Internet Banking, IMPS, Mobile Wallets).
- Take a printout of the e-Receipt and the completed Online Application Form.
- Download Call Letter from the Bank's website approximately 7 days before the exam date using Registration Number/Roll Number and Password/Date of Birth.
Recruitment Note: About HPSCB — The Himachal Pradesh State Co-operative Bank Ltd.
The Himachal Pradesh State Co-operative Bank Ltd. (HPSCB), headquartered at The Mall, Shimla (HP) – 171001, is a state-scheduled cooperative bank operating under the motto 'Bank of the State — For the State.' Established to serve the agricultural and cooperative sector of Himachal Pradesh, HPSCB functions as the apex cooperative bank in the state, channeling credit and financial services to Primary Agricultural Credit Societies (PACS) and other cooperative institutions across HP's rugged terrain and scattered rural communities. The bank is regulated by the Reserve Bank of India under the Banking Regulation Act and is supervised by the State Government's Department of Cooperation. HPSCB plays a critical role in disbursing institutional agricultural credit, government-sponsored scheme funds, and financial inclusion initiatives across districts including Shimla, Kangra, Mandi, Kullu, Solan, and others. Its recruitment processes are conducted through IBPS, Mumbai — ensuring transparency and national-standard examination quality. Working at HPSCB offers employees a unique combination of government-grade job security, state government service benefits, and meaningful work impacting HP's rural and farming community directly.
Recruitment Note: Job Profile — Junior Clerk (PACS / OCS Quota)
A Junior Clerk at HPSCB handles frontline banking and administrative operations within the bank's branches and head office departments. The day-to-day responsibilities include data entry of account transactions, handling cash and cheque-related documentation, maintaining ledger records, processing loan applications from PACS societies, filing and record management, and assisting senior officers in clerical duties. Junior Clerks also interface with cooperative society secretaries, farmers, and rural account holders — making strong communication skills in Hindi and local dialects an asset. Given that this recruitment is specifically from within the cooperative society ecosystem (PACS/OCS employees), selected candidates bring domain knowledge of society accounts, audit records, and cooperative law — a key differentiator in their daily work. The role includes shift duties at certain branches and postings anywhere within HPSCB's operational area in Himachal Pradesh. Career progression from Junior Clerk to Senior Clerk and higher administrative grades is governed by the Bank's Service Rules, with performance increments and seniority-based promotions.
Recruitment Note: Benefits & Perks Beyond Basic Salary
Employees of HPSCB appointed on regular basis are entitled to a comprehensive benefits package beyond the Level-2 basic pay of ₹19,900/month. These include Dearness Allowance (DA) revised periodically, House Rent Allowance (HRA) or bank quarters depending on posting location, Medical reimbursement for self and dependents, Leave Travel Concession (LTC), Provident Fund (PF) contributions, Gratuity on completion of service, Pension under the applicable scheme (NPS for new recruits), Annual performance-linked increments, Festival advance, Children's Education Allowance, and Group Insurance coverage. Employees on probation (2 years, extendable up to 3 years) are eligible for these allowances as applicable under Bank's Service Rules. No TA/DA is admissible for appearing in the Online Examination itself, but regular travel entitlements apply post-joining for official duties.
Recruitment Note: Experience Certificate — Critical Document Requirements
The experience certificate is the most critical document in this recruitment and is a common cause of candidature cancellation. For PACS Quota candidates, the certificate must: (1) Be issued by the concerned Inspector of Society, (2) Be countersigned by the Assistant Registrar, Cooperative Societies of HP, and (3) Be supported by a copy of the managing committee resolution for your initial appointment AND copies of relevant pages of Statutory Audit Reports for at least 3 years, showing payment of wages/salary from the society's account. For OCS Quota candidates, the same process applies but the statutory audit record requirement is for at least 5 years. Candidates who submit false experience information will have their candidature summarily cancelled at any stage — even after qualifying the exam.
Recruitment Note: Probation, Posting & Service Conditions
Selected candidates will be appointed on a probation period of 2 years, which may be extended up to a maximum of 3 years at the Bank's discretion. During probation, the Bank may terminate services by a reasoned written order if performance or conduct is unsatisfactory. After successful completion of probation and document verification, candidates are confirmed in regular service. Postings will be made anywhere within the operational area of HPSCB in Himachal Pradesh — candidates must be prepared for transfers across districts. Candidates already in regular confirmed government or PSU employment must submit an NOC and good character certificate from their current employer at the time of document verification. Tie-breaking in the final merit list is resolved by giving preference to higher academic qualifications and Himachal Pradesh domicile.
Recruitment Note: EWS Reservation — Himachal Pradesh Guidelines
As per HP Government Notification No. PER(AP)-C-B(12)-1/2019 dated 11.06.2019, 10% reservation is provided to Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) in direct recruitment. EWS benefit is available to candidates not covered under SC/ST/OBC reservation and whose family gross annual income (from all sources — salary, agriculture, business, profession) is below ₹4,00,000 per year for the prior financial year. The Income & Asset Certificate must be issued by the Deputy Commissioner, Sub-Divisional Officer (Civil), or a Revenue Officer not below the rank of Tehsildar. BPL/IRDP/Antodaya families (with valid certificate countersigned by BDO + non-SC/ST/OBC certificate) are also eligible. If eligible EWS candidates are not available, the reserved posts will be de-reserved and filled from unreserved category.
HPSCB Junior Clerk Online Form 2026Important Official Links
| Apply Online Application Window: 09/05/2026 to 29/05/2026 | Click Here ↗ |
| Download Notification | Click Here ↗ |
| Official Website | Click Here ↗ |
Disclaimer Information provided here is for quick reference. Verify all details on the official website before taking action.
Quick Overview
🚀 Recruitment Overview
Quick Summary of the Notification
| Organization |  HPSCB |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Junior Clerk |
| Total Vacancy | 91 |
| Salary | Level-2 (₹19,900 - ₹63,200) [Approx. ₹28,000–₹32,000/Month incl. DA & HRA] |
| Job Location | Himachal Pradesh |
| Apply Mode | Online |
| Last Date | 29/05/2026 |
| Official Website | Visit Website ↗ |
💡 Expert Tip
The single biggest rejection risk in this recruitment is your experience certificate — it must be issued by the concerned Inspector of Society AND countersigned by the Assistant Registrar, Cooperative Societies of HP. Without this dual authentication, your candidature gets cancelled even if you pass the exam. Additionally, for PACS Quota, attach the managing committee resolution for your initial appointment AND 3 years of statutory audit report pages showing wage payment from society accounts. For OCS Quota, you need 5 years of such audit records. Start collecting these documents now — they are hard to get in a hurry. Also note: the HP Cooperative Societies Act & Rules section carries 30 marks (20% of total) — most candidates underestimate this and lose the merit-based tie-breaker on it.
Common Questions (FAQs)
Q.1 What is the in-hand salary for Junior Clerk in HPSCB? ▼
Ans: The Junior Clerk post is placed at Pay Level-2 with a minimum basic pay of ₹19,900 per month. After adding Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and other admissible allowances, the estimated starting in-hand salary is approximately ₹28,000 to ₹32,000 per month. The exact amount varies based on the posting location (HRA differs by city category) and DA revision cycles by the state government.
Q.2 What is the last date to apply online for HPSCB Junior Clerk 2026? ▼
Ans: The last date to submit the Online Application for HPSCB Junior Clerk Recruitment 2026 is 29 May 2026. Applications must be submitted through the Bank's official website www.hpscb.bank.in. The application window opens on 09 May 2026. The fee payment window also closes on 29/05/2026. Applications received after the due date or through any other mode will not be accepted under any circumstances.
Q.3 Is there any negative marking in the HPSCB Junior Clerk Online Examination? ▼
Ans: No. There is no negative marking in the HPSCB Junior Clerk Online Examination. The official notification explicitly states: 'There shall be no negative marking for online examination.' The exam consists of 150 objective-type multiple choice questions across 5 subjects. Candidates can attempt all questions without penalty for wrong answers, which makes accuracy and attempt strategy simpler compared to other competitive bank exams.
Q.4 What is the age limit for the General Category in HPSCB Junior Clerk 2026? ▼
Ans: For the General (UR) category, candidates must be above 18 years and below 45 years of age as on 01/01/2026. This means candidates born between 02/01/1981 and 01/01/2008 (both days inclusive) are eligible. Age relaxation is available for SC/ST (5 years), OBC (5 years), PwBD (5 years), WFF (5 years), and Ex-Servicemen (up to 12 years). Age relaxation is applicable only to bonafide Himachali candidates.
Q.5 How to download the HPSCB Junior Clerk Notification PDF? ▼
Ans: Visit the official HPSCB website at www.hpscb.bank.in. Navigate to the Recruitment section or the dedicated Recruitment Link displayed on the homepage. The detailed notification PDF is available for download from the same page as the Apply Online link. Candidates can also contact the Bank via email at recruitment@hpscb.com or info@hpscb.com, or call 0177-2804491-93 for assistance in locating the notification.
Q.6 What is the educational qualification required for HPSCB Junior Clerk? ▼
Ans: Candidates must be a Graduate in any discipline from a recognized University. Additionally, they should have passed Matriculation (10th) and 10+2 from a school/institution within Himachal Pradesh (this condition is waived for bonafide Himachalis). Beyond education, work experience in a cooperative society is mandatory: 3 years as PACS Secretary for PACS Quota, or 5 years in a cooperative society for OCS Quota. Pure freshers without cooperative society experience are NOT eligible.
Q.7 What is the selection process for HPSCB Junior Clerk Recruitment 2026? ▼
Ans: The selection process has two stages: (1) Online Written Examination of 150 marks across 5 subjects, conducted by IBPS, Mumbai — candidates must score a minimum of 40% to qualify. (2) Document Verification/Scrutiny — candidates up to 1.75 times the vacancies are shortlisted for document verification. There is no personal interview. The final merit list is prepared based solely on the marks obtained in the online examination, subject to successful document verification.
Q.8 Can candidates from outside Himachal Pradesh apply for HPSCB Junior Clerk 2026? ▼
Ans: The posts are specifically reserved for candidates with PACS/OCS cooperative society experience in Himachal Pradesh. While General (UR) category candidates need not necessarily be Himachali, all reserved category benefits (SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwBD/Ex-SM/WFF) are available only to bonafide Himachalis. Candidates from all categories must have cooperative society experience in HP as per the defined criteria. Practically, this recruitment is designed for individuals already working within the HP cooperative sector.
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