The The Himachal Pradesh State Co-operative Bank Ltd. has officially released the HPSCB Junior Clerk Recruitment 2026 notification for 91 vacancies. The detailed notification was published on 09 May 2026.
Candidates who are interested in the HPSCB Junior Clerk Recruitment 2026 should carefully check the eligibility criteria before applying online. Applicants must possess a Graduate degree in any discipline along with the required co-operative society work experience. The minimum age limit is 18 years, while the maximum age limit is 45 years. Age relaxation will be provided to reserved category candidates as per government rules.The online application process for HPSCB Junior Clerk Recruitment 2026 started on 09 May 2026 and the last date to apply online is 29 May 2026. Eligible candidates can submit their application form before the last date.
HPSCB Junior Clerk Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Organisation Name | The Himachal Pradesh State Co-operative Bank Ltd. (HPSCB), Shimla – 171001 |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Junior Clerk (quota for PACS/OCS of HP) |
| Conducting Body | IBPS, Mumbai (Online Examination conducted through IBPS) |
| Quota Type | PACS Quota (Trained Secretaries of Primary Agricultural Cooperative Societies of HP) and OCS Quota (Employees of Other Cooperative Societies and PACS employees not covered as Trained Secretaries) |
| Total Vacancies | 91 (PACS Quota: 74 + OCS Quota: 17) |
| Pay Scale | Minimum Pay of Rs. 19,900/- (Level-2) + admissible allowances per month (Regular Basis) |
| Application Mode | Online only (via HPSCB website – www.hpscb.bank.in) |
| Selection Mode | Online Examination (150 marks, 150 minutes) + Document Verification/Scrutiny (No Personal Interview) |
| Mandatory Requirement | Bonafide Himachali for all reserved categories; valid experience certificate from cooperative society (PACS: min. 3 years; OCS: min. 5 years) countersigned by Assistant Registrar, Cooperative Societies of H.P. |
| Official Website | https://www.hpscb.bank.in |
HPSCB Junior Clerk Recruitment 2026 – Vacancy Details
Under the HPSCB Junior Clerk Recruitment 2026, a total of 91 vacancies have been announced for the post of Junior Clerk under two quota categories — PACS Quota (74 Posts) and OCS Quota (17 Posts). These vacancies are distributed among various categories including General (UR), EWS, SC, ST, OBC, Ex-Servicemen, IRDP, WFF, and PwBD.
Candidates applying under reserved categories must note that the benefits of reservation will be applicable only to Bonafide Himachali candidates. The number of vacancies mentioned in the HPSCB Junior Clerk Vacancy 2026 notification may increase or decrease depending upon the actual requirement at the time of final selection.
PACS Quota – Category-wise Vacancy (Quota reserved for Trained Secretaries of PACS of HP)
| 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-Servicemen) of HP | 08 |
| SC (Ex-Servicemen) of HP | 03 |
| ST (Ex-Servicemen) of HP | 01 |
| OBC (Ex-Servicemen) of HP | 02 |
| SC-IRDP of HP | 02 |
| OBC-IRDP of HP | 02 |
| GEN (WFF) of HP | 01 |
| SC (WFF) of HP | 01 |
| PwBDs of HP (01 each for: Blindness & Low Vision; Deaf & Hard of Hearing; Locomotor Disability including Cerebral Palsy, Leprosy Cured, Dwarfism, Acid Attack Victims and Muscular Dystrophy) | 03 |
| Sub-Total (PACS Quota) | 74 |
OCS Quota – Category-wise Vacancy (Quota reserved for Employees of Other Cooperative Societies and PACS employees not covered as Trained Secretaries)
| 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-Servicemen) of HP | 01 |
| SC (Ex-Servicemen) of HP | 01 |
| Sub-Total (OCS Quota) | 17 |
Grand Total: 91 Posts (PACS: 74 + OCS: 17)
PH (Physically Handicapped / PwBD) Sub-Category Vacancy (Total 03 Posts – under PACS Quota only)
| Sl. No. | Sub-Category of PwBD Post | No. of Posts |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Blindness and Low Vision | 01 |
| 2 | Deaf and Hard of Hearing | 01 |
| 3 | Locomotor Disability including Cerebral Palsy, Leprosy Cured, Dwarfism, Acid Attack Victims and Muscular Dystrophy | 01 |
HPSCB Junior Clerk Recruitment 2026 Qualification
| ost / Quota | Essential Qualifications |
|---|---|
| Junior Clerk (PACS Quota - Trained Secretaries of PACS of HP) | (i) Graduate in any discipline from a recognized University (Candidates must have passed Matriculation and 10+2 from a School/Institution within Himachal Pradesh - not applicable for Bonafide Himachalis); (ii) Minimum 3 years continuous service as Secretary as defined in Rule 2(vii) of H.P. Cooperative Societies Rules, 1971 of Primary Agriculture Credit Society; (iii) All employees of PACS covered under definition of "Trained Secretaries" are eligible; (iv) Candidate should not be a defaulter of his/her society |
| Junior Clerk (OCS Quota - Employees of Other Cooperative Societies and PACS employees not covered as Trained Secretaries) | (i) Graduate in any discipline from a recognized University (Matriculation and 10+2 from HP school - not applicable for Bonafide Himachalis); (ii) Minimum 5 years continuous service in a cooperative society; (iii) All employees of other cooperative societies and PACS employees not covered under definition of "Trained Secretaries" are eligible; (iv) Candidate should not be a defaulter of his/her society |
Types of PACS and OCS covered under this recruitment:
| Quota Type | Societies Covered |
|---|---|
| PACS (Primary Agricultural Credit Societies) | Cooperative Multipurpose Societies Ltd.; Gram Service Cooperative Societies Ltd. |
| OCS (Other Cooperative Societies) | Fruit Growers and Marketing Society Ltd.; Marketing and Consumer Cooperative Societies Ltd.; Cooperative Consumer Store; Thrift & Credit Society Ltd.; All other Cooperative Societies registered under HP Cooperative Societies Act, 1968 |
HPSCB Junior Clerk Recruitment 2026 Age Limit
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 18 Years |
| Maximum Age | 45 Years |
| Age Calculation Date | 01 January 2026 |
| Eligible Birth Dates | Candidates born between 02 January 1981 to 01 January 2008 (both days inclusive) |
| Age Relaxation | Applicable only for Bonafide Himachali candidates belonging to reserved categories |
| PwBD Candidates | Selected PwBD candidates must submit a Medical Fitness Certificate issued by a competent authority confirming their ability to perform duties |
HPSCB Junior Clerk Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Opening Date for Submission of Online Application | 09-05-2026 |
| Last Date for Submission of Online Application | 29-05-2026 |
| Application Fee Payment Window | 09-05-2026 to 29-05-2026 (Online Mode Only) |
| Date of Downloading of Call Letters | Around 7 days before examination date |
| Date of Online Examination | Expected 5-6 weeks after last date of submission (exact date to be notified on Bank's website) |
| Date of Declaration of Result for Online Examination | Around 15 days after conduct of examination |
| Age Calculated As On | 01-01-2026 |
HPSCB Junior Clerk Recruitment 2026 Application Fee
Candidates applying for the HPSCB Junior Clerk Recruitment 2026 are required to pay the prescribed application fee through online mode only. The application fee is non-refundable under any circumstances. Candidates will also have to bear the bank transaction charges for online payment.
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General (UR) and OBC of H.P. | Rs. 1,000/- (Rupees One Thousand only) - Non-refundable |
| EWS of H.P. (Economically Weaker Sections) | Rs. 800/- (Rupees Eight Hundred only) - Non-refundable |
| SC / ST / IRDP / BPL / ANTODAYA of HP | Rs. 800/- (Rupees Eight Hundred only) - Non-refundable |
| Female Candidates of All Categories of HP | Rs. 800/- (Rupees Eight Hundred only) - Non-refundable |
HPSCB Junior Clerk Recruitment 2026 – Selection Process
The selection process for HPSCB Junior Clerk Recruitment 2026 consists of 2 stages – Online Examination (150 marks, 150 minutes, conducted through IBPS Mumbai) followed by Document Verification/Scrutiny. There is no personal interview. Candidates up to 1.75 times of vacant posts will be called for document verification. Final selection will be made strictly on the basis of merit in the online examination after document verification. Candidates must score minimum 40% marks in the online examination to be shortlisted for document verification. Candidates declared successful who do not personally attend document verification will have their candidature cancelled.
Stage 1 – Online Examination (150 Marks, 150 Minutes)
| Sl. No. | Subject | No. of Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Reasoning | 30 | 30 | 150 Minutes (2½ Hours) - No separate time limit per section |
| 2 | Numerical Ability | 30 | 30 | |
| 3 | English | 30 | 30 | |
| 4 | General Awareness (including HP General Knowledge) | 30 | 30 | |
| 5 | H.P. Cooperative Societies Act and H.P. Cooperative Societies Rules | 30 | 30 | |
| Total | 150 | 150 |
Stage 2 – Document Verification / Scrutiny
| Shortlisting Ratio | Candidates up to 1.75 times of vacant posts will be called for document verification |
|---|---|
| Minimum Qualifying Marks | 40% of total marks (i.e., minimum 60 out of 150) in online examination |
| No Negative Marking | There is NO negative marking in the online examination |
| Question Paper Type | Objective type multiple choice (MCQ) - bilingual (English and Hindi) |
Tie-Breaking Rules
| 1st Tie-Break | Preference to candidates possessing higher academic qualifications |
|---|---|
| 2nd Tie-Break | Preference to candidates belonging to the State of H.P. |
HPSCB Junior Clerk Recruitment 2026 – Exam Syllabus
The Online Examination consists of 5 sections – Reasoning, Numerical Ability, English, General Awareness, and H.P. Cooperative Societies Act and Rules – each carrying 30 marks (total 150 marks, 150 minutes). The level of examination and syllabus is in accordance with the minimum educational qualification criteria i.e. Graduation level. The question paper is bilingual (English and Hindi) and is of objective type MCQ. There is no negative marking. Preference will be given to candidates possessing knowledge of customs, traditions, languages, and culture of Himachal Pradesh and the test shall include questions on such subjects.
| Section | Topic | Key Coverage | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Section 1 | Reasoning | Logical Reasoning, Analytical Reasoning, Verbal and Non-Verbal Reasoning | 30 |
| Section 2 | Numerical Ability | Quantitative Aptitude, Number Systems, Arithmetic, Data Interpretation | 30 |
| Section 3 | English | Reading Comprehension, Grammar, Vocabulary, Sentence Completion | 30 |
| Section 4 | General Awareness (including HP GK) | General Awareness, Current Affairs, HP General Knowledge, Customs, Traditions, Languages and Culture of Himachal Pradesh | 30 |
| Section 5 | H.P. Cooperative Societies Act & H.P. Cooperative Societies Rules | Provisions of HP Cooperative Societies Act and HP Cooperative Societies Rules | 30 |
HPSCB Junior Clerk Recruitment 2026 Important Links
| Particulars | Links |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Official Notification PDF | Click Herehttps://hpscb.bank.in/upload/notification/doc/PeD65E70H9EU9EHu0fZRG78LfLbGAcUNSvDqnWDO.pdf |
| Particulars | Links |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Official Notification PDF | Click Herehttps://hpscb.bank.in/upload/notification/doc/PeD65E70H9EU9EHu0fZRG78LfLbGAcUNSvDqnWDO.pdf |
