HPSCB Junior Clerk Recruitment 2026: Official Notification for 91 Vacancies Out

The Himachal Pradesh State Cooperative Bank Ltd. (HPSCB) has officially announced the recruitment drive for 91 Junior Clerk positions under the PACS/OCS quota. Managed by IBPS, Mumbai, this competitive examination offers a significant opportunity for candidates looking to build a career in the cooperative banking sector in Himachal Pradesh.

HPSCB Junior Clerk Recruitment 2026 Overview

Prospective candidates are encouraged to review the following summary of the 2026 recruitment cycle to ensure they meet all preliminary requirements.

Organization	Himachal Pradesh State Cooperative Bank Ltd. (HPSCB)
Post	Junior Clerk
Vacancy	91
Mode of Application	Online
Registration Dates	9th to 29th May 2026
Selection Process	Online Written Exam (Phase-I & Phase-II)
Official Website	www.hpscb.bank.in

Key Dates for 2026

Candidates must adhere to the application window provided by the HPSCB to avoid disqualification.

Events	Dates
Detailed Notification	8th May 2026
Apply Online Starts	9th May 2026
Last Date to Apply Online	29th May 2026

Eligibility Criteria

• Education: 10+2 with 50% marks OR Graduation/Above from a recognized University.
• Regional Condition: Must have passed Matriculation and 10+2 from an institution in Himachal Pradesh (Bonafide Himachalis are exempt).
• Age Limit: 18 to 45 years for General/Unreserved candidates. Relaxation provided for SC/ST/OBC and Ex-Servicemen as per HP Govt rules.

Application Fees

Category	Application Fees
General/OBC (H.P.)	Rs. 1000/-
EWS/SC/ST/IRDP/BPL/Antyodaya/Females	Rs. 800/-

Exam Pattern

Phase-I: Preliminary Exam

100 Objective questions for 100 marks. Each section is timed for 20 minutes (Total 60 minutes).

Phase-II: Main Exam

200 Objective questions for 100 marks. Each section is timed for 30 minutes (Total 120 minutes).

Official Documentation

You can download the full details here: HPSCB Junior Clerk Official Notification 2026 PDF

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the age limit for HPSCB Junior Clerk?

The age limit for General/Unreserved candidates is 18 to 45 years, with age relaxation applicable for reserved categories per HP Government norms.

Are Bonafide Himachalis exempt from the 10+2 schooling requirement?

Yes, Bonafide Himachalis are exempt from the mandatory condition of having passed Matriculation and 10+2 from a school located within Himachal Pradesh.