Overview
The Himachal Pradesh State Co-operative Bank Ltd. (HPSCB), headquartered at The Mall, Shimla (HP) – 171001, has invited applications for 91 vacancies at the Junior Clerk level on a regular basis. This recruitment is conducted in partnership with IBPS, Mumbai, which will administer the online examination. The posts are split into two quota categories: PACS Quota (74 posts) reserved for Trained Secretaries of Primary Agricultural Cooperative Societies of Himachal Pradesh, and OCS Quota (17 posts) earmarked for employees of Other Cooperative Societies and PACS employees not categorised as Trained Secretaries. All reserved category benefits are exclusively available to Bonafide Himachali candidates. Applications must be submitted exclusively through the official HPSCB website.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Opens | 09 May 2026 |
| Online Application Closes | 29 May 2026 |
| Application Fee Payment Window | 09 May 2026 – 29 May 2026 (Online only) |
| Admit Card / Call Letter Download | Approximately 7 days before examination date |
| Online Examination (Tentative) | 5–6 weeks after the last date of application (exact date to be announced on the HPSCB website) |
| Declaration of Result | Approximately 15 days after the examination |
| Age Reckoned As On | 01 January 2026 |
Vacancy Details
A total of 91 Junior Clerk posts are available, distributed across General (UR), EWS, SC, ST, OBC, Ex-Servicemen, IRDP, WFF, and PwBD sub-categories. Note that all category-based reservations are applicable only to Bonafide Himachali candidates. The final number of vacancies may be revised based on actual organisational requirements at the time of selection.
PACS Quota – 74 Posts
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| General / 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 |
| PwBD of HP (03 sub-categories, 1 each) | 03 |
| Sub-Total | 74 |
OCS Quota – 17 Posts
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| General / 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 | 17 |
Grand Total: 91 Posts (PACS: 74 + OCS: 17)
PwBD Sub-Categories (PACS Quota – 3 Posts)
| PwBD Sub-Category | Posts |
|---|---|
| Blindness and Low Vision | 01 |
| Deaf and Hard of Hearing | 01 |
| Locomotor Disability (incl. Cerebral Palsy, Leprosy Cured, Dwarfism, Acid Attack Victims, Muscular Dystrophy) | 01 |
Eligibility Criteria
- Educational Qualification: A Graduate degree in any discipline from a recognised university is required.
- Age Limit: Candidates must be between 18 and 45 years of age as on 01 January 2026. Age relaxation is available for reserved category candidates as per applicable HPSCB rules.
- Experience Requirement: Candidates applying under the PACS Quota must have a minimum of 3 years of relevant cooperative society experience, while those under the OCS Quota must possess at least 5 years of such experience. All experience certificates must be issued by the concerned Inspector of Cooperative Societies and duly countersigned by the Assistant Registrar, Cooperative Societies of Himachal Pradesh. Supporting documents — including a copy of the managing committee resolution for initial appointment and relevant pages of statutory audit reports — must accompany the certificate.
- Bonafide Himachali Status: Mandatory for all candidates claiming reserved category benefits (SC, ST, OBC, EWS, Ex-SM, IRDP, WFF, PwBD).
- OBC Non-Creamy Layer: OBC applicants must hold a valid Non-Creamy Layer certificate from a competent authority.
- Defaulter Clause: Applicants must confirm they are not directly or indirectly classified as defaulters of their cooperative society.
Selection Process
The selection of candidates will be carried out through the following stages:
- Online Examination: Conducted by IBPS, Mumbai. The test carries 150 marks with a duration of 150 minutes. No personal interview will be held.
- Document Verification / Scrutiny: Shortlisted candidates will be called for verification of original certificates, including educational qualifications, experience certificates, category documents, and other mandatory credentials.
Candidates are advised to thoroughly review the official notification PDF available on the HPSCB website for the complete examination pattern, syllabus, and marking scheme.
How to Apply
- Visit the official HPSCB website at www.hpscb.bank.in.
- Navigate to the recruitment section and locate the Junior Clerk Recruitment 2026 notification.
- Read the full official notification PDF carefully before proceeding.
- Register and complete the online application form within the stipulated window: 09 May 2026 to 29 May 2026.
- Pay the application fee online within the same window as per the applicable category.
- Upload all required documents — photograph, signature, and supporting certificates — as per the prescribed specifications.
- Submit the application and retain a printed copy for future reference.
Candidates are strongly encouraged to apply well before the closing date to avoid last-minute technical issues. Only online applications will be accepted — no other mode of submission is permitted.