The Himachal Pradesh State Co-operative Bank Ltd. (HPSCB) has officially released the HPSCB Junior Clerk Recruitment 2026 notification for 91 vacancies under PACS and OCS quota categories. Eligible graduate candidates with cooperative society experience can apply online through the official HPSCB website from 09 May 2026 to 29 May 2026.
📌 Job Overview
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Organization | Himachal Pradesh State Co-operative Bank Ltd. (HPSCB) |
| Post Name | Junior Clerk |
| Total Vacancies | 91 Posts |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Job Location | Himachal Pradesh |
| Selection Process | Online Exam + Document Verification |
| Official Website | https://www.hpscb.bank.in |
| Last Date to Apply | 29 May 2026 |
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start Date | 09 May 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 29 May 2026 |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 29 May 2026 |
| Admit Card Release | 7 Days Before Exam |
| Online Examination | Expected after 5–6 Weeks |
📊 Vacancy Details
🔹 PACS Quota – 74 Posts
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| General / UR | 19 |
| EWS | 07 |
| SC | 12 |
| ST | 02 |
| OBC | 11 |
| Ex-Servicemen | Multiple |
| PwBD | 03 |
🔹 OCS Quota – 17 Posts
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| General / UR | 06 |
| EWS | 02 |
| SC | 02 |
| ST | 01 |
| OBC | 02 |
| Other Reserved Categories | Remaining |
✅ Total Vacancies: 91 Posts
🎓 Educational Qualification
Candidates must possess:
- Graduation in any discipline from a recognized university
- Required cooperative society work experience
🔸 PACS Quota
- Minimum 3 years continuous service as Secretary in PACS
🔸 OCS Quota
- Minimum 5 years continuous service in Cooperative Society
Candidates must not be defaulters of their society.
🎯 Age Limit
| Category | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| General | 18 to 45 Years |
| SC/ST/OBC/PwBD | Relaxation Available |
| Ex-Servicemen | As per Rules |
Age calculated as on 01 January 2026.
💰 Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC | ₹1000 |
| EWS / SC / ST / Female Candidates | ₹800 |
Fee payment must be completed online only.
📝 Selection Process
The selection process consists of:
✅ Stage 1 – Online Examination
- Total Marks: 150
- Duration: 150 Minutes
- Objective Type Questions
- No Negative Marking
Subjects Included
- Reasoning
- Numerical Ability
- English
- General Awareness
- HP Cooperative Societies Act & Rules
✅ Stage 2 – Document Verification
Candidates qualifying the written examination will be called for document verification.
📚 Exam Pattern
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Reasoning | 30 | 30 |
| Numerical Ability | 30 | 30 |
| English | 30 | 30 |
| General Awareness | 30 | 30 |
| HP Cooperative Societies Act & Rules | 30 | 30 |
✅ Total: 150 Questions | 150 Marks
📂 Documents Required
Candidates should keep the following documents ready:
- Graduation Certificates
- Experience Certificate
- Category Certificate
- Bonafide Himachali Certificate
- Aadhaar/ID Proof
- Passport Size Photograph
- Signature
- Thumb Impression
- Handwritten Declaration
💻 How to Apply
🔹 Step-by-Step Process
- Visit the official website – https://www.hpscb.bank.in
- Click on Apply Online
- Complete registration
- Fill in personal and educational details
- Upload required documents
- Pay application fee
- Submit the application form
- Download and print the final application form
⚠️ Important Instructions
- Applications are accepted only in online mode
- No negative marking in the exam
- Candidates must personally attend document verification
- Incorrect information may lead to cancellation
- Experience certificates must be properly verified
🔗 Important Links
- 🌐 Official Website: https://www.hpscb.bank.in
- 📝 Apply Online: Available on official website
- 📄 Official Notification PDF: Available on HPSCB portal
✨ Final Thoughts
The HPSCB Junior Clerk Recruitment 2026 offers a great banking career opportunity for graduates with cooperative society experience. With 91 vacancies, attractive salary benefits, and no interview stage, eligible candidates should not miss this recruitment opportunity. Interested applicants are advised to complete their online application before the last date of 29 May 2026.
