HP Panchayat Secretary Exam Preparation
Prepare for the Himachal Pradesh Panchayat Secretary exam with structured mock tests, previous year questions, and exam-focused study material. Practice CBT-style tests, strengthen Himachal GK, and analyze your performance with detailed analytics on MockKitaab to improve accuracy, speed, and overall exam readiness.
Exam Overview
The Himachal Pradesh Rajya Chayan Aayog (HPRCA), Hamirpur, has recently released the notification for the Panchayat Secretary recruitment as part of A...
About Panchayat Secretary
The Himachal Pradesh Rajya Chayan Aayog (HPRCA), Hamirpur, has recently released the notification for the Panchayat Secretary recruitment as part of Advertisement No. 04/2026.
Here are the key details you need for the exam:
Important Dates
- Notification Date: February 28, 2026
- Application Start Date: March 10, 2026 (10:00 AM)
- Last Date to Apply: April 4, 2026 (11:59 PM)
- Official Website: hprca.hp.gov.in
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the post of Panchayat Secretary, you must meet the following requirements:
- Educational Qualification: Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized university.
- Age Limit: 18 to 45 years (as of January 1, 2026). Relaxation applies for reserved categories.
Selection Process & Exam Pattern
The selection is primarily based on a written test followed by a skill test.
1. Written Screening Test (CBT)
- Test Type: Computer Based Test (CBT) or Written Screening Test.
- Total Marks: 120 marks.
- Duration: 1 ½ hours (90 minutes).
- Question Format: Objective type multiple-choice questions (MCQs).
- Marking Scheme: Each question carries 1 mark.
- Qualifying Marks: 45% for General category, 40% for SC/ST/OBC.
2. Typing Test
This is mandatory but qualifying in nature. You must pass this to be considered for final merit.
- Typing Skills: * English: Minimum 30 WPM OR
- Hindi: Minimum 25 WPM * Computer Knowledge: Proficiency in word processing.
2. Scope of Syllabus
The written examination is divided into the following sections:
Part I: Subject-Specific Field
- Questions related to the Subject(s)/field(s) up to the level of the prescribed essential qualification(s) as notified in the advertisement.
Part II: General Knowledge & Aptitude
- (a) General Knowledge: Including General Knowledge of Himachal Pradesh and Current Affairs.
- (b) General Subjects (Matric Standard):
- Everyday Science.
- Logical Reasoning.
- Social Science.
- General English.
- General Hindi.
Application Fee
- General/All Categories: ₹800 (includes processing fees).
- Correction Fee: ₹100 (if you need to edit your form during the correction window).