📋 Overview of the Notification
The Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission (HPPSC) has released the provisional answer key for Paper‑I of the Assistant Professor (College Cadre) English & History recruitment examination. The exam was conducted on 18 October 2026. Candidates can now view the answer key and submit objections online within the stipulated period.
📅 Important Dates
- 🖊️ Date of Exam: 18 October 2026
- 📄 Answer Key Published: 21 October 2026
- ⏰ Objection Window: 22 October 2026 – 26 October 2026
⚙️ Objection Submission Process
- Visit the official HPPSC portal: HPPSC Online.
- Login using your credentials and navigate to the “Answer Key Objection” section.
- Select the question(s) you wish to challenge and upload supporting documents in PDF format.
- Pay the non‑refundable fee of ₹100 per question online before final submission.
- Submit objections within the specified dates. Late submissions will not be entertained.
📢 Important Instructions
- Objections without supporting documents will not be considered, even if the fee is paid.
- Only online submissions are accepted; objections via other modes will be rejected.
- Fee payment must be completed online before final submission.
- Queries can be directed to HPPSC via telephone numbers 0177‑2629738, 2624313 or toll‑free 1800‑180‑8004.
📊 Provisional Answer Key – Paper I
The answer key has been released for all four series (A, B, C, D). Candidates should carefully check their respective series and verify answers before filing objections.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
- 📌 What posts does this answer key relate to?
- The answer key is for Assistant Professor (College Cadre) English & History recruitment exam.
- 🗓️ When was the exam conducted?
- The screening test was held on 18 October 2026.
- 📄 How can I submit objections?
- Objections must be submitted online via the HPPSC portal with supporting documents in PDF format.
- 💰 What is the fee for filing objections?
- A non‑refundable fee of ₹100 per question is required.
- 📍 What is the objection submission window?
- Objections can be filed between 22 October 2026 and 26 October 2026.
- 🚫 Will objections without documents be accepted?
- No. Objections must be supported with authentic references/documents in PDF format.
- 📞 How can I contact HPPSC for queries?
- You can call 0177‑2629738, 2624313 or toll‑free 1800‑180‑8004.
✅ Conclusion
The HPPSC Provisional Answer Key 2026 for Assistant Professor (English & History) provides candidates with an opportunity to review and challenge answers. Candidates are advised to carefully check their series, prepare valid objections with supporting documents, and submit them online before 26 October 2026.
