HPSCB Junior Clerk 2026 Notification — 91 Vacancies for HP Cooperative Society Employees
The Himachal Pradesh State Cooperative Bank Limited (HPSCB) has released the Junior Clerk Recruitment 2026 notification for 91 vacancies (74 PACS + 17 OCS). Please read this carefully before applying — this recruitment is NOT for fresh graduates. Only existing employees of PACS (Primary Agricultural Cooperative Societies) and Other Cooperative Societies (OCS) of Himachal Pradesh with the required years of continuous service can apply. The exam will be conducted online by IBPS Mumbai. Pay is Rs. 19,900 (Level-2) plus allowances. For other banking sector vacancies, keep checking GovtJobsAlert.in.
The online application window opens on 09 May 2026 and closes on 29 May 2026. If you have completed 3 years as a PACS Secretary or 5 years in any HP cooperative society, this is a strong path to a permanent regular bank job in your home state. This article covers vacancy split, eligibility (with the cooperative service requirement), exam pattern, fees, dates, salary, and how to apply step-by-step on the IBPS portal. Bookmark GovtJobsAlert.in for instant updates.
Key Highlights — HPSCB Junior Clerk Recruitment 2026
The Himachal Pradesh State Cooperative Bank is the apex cooperative bank of HP, serving rural and semi-urban areas across the state. The Junior Clerk post is a permanent regular position with a 2-year probation (extendable up to three) and posting anywhere in the bank’s area of operation in Himachal Pradesh. The exam is being conducted by IBPS, Mumbai — the same body that runs SBI Clerk and IBPS Clerk exams.
- Post Name: Junior Clerk (PACS Quota + OCS Quota)
- Total Vacancies: 91 vacancies (74 PACS + 17 OCS)
- Salary / Pay Level: Rs. 19,900 (Level-2) + allowances per month
- Job Location: Anywhere in HPSCB area of operation, Himachal Pradesh
- Last Date to Apply: 29 May 2026
- Exclusivity: PACS/OCS HP only — not open to general candidates
Vacancy Breakdown — HPSCB Junior Clerk 2026
| Quota | Eligibility Years | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| PACS Quota (Trained Secretary of PACS) | 3 years continuous service | 74 |
| OCS Quota (Other Cooperative Society employee) | 5 years continuous service | 17 |
| Total | — | 91 |
Eligibility Criteria — HPSCB Junior Clerk 2026
This is the most important section — please read each sub-part carefully. Many candidates wrongly assume any graduate can apply for this banking job, but cooperative service experience is the gate-keeper here.
Educational Qualification
- Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognised university (B.A. / B.Sc. / B.Com.)
- Graduation must be completed before the application closing date
Himachal Pradesh Domicile and Schooling Rule
- Matriculation (10th) AND 10+2 must be from institutions located in Himachal Pradesh
- This schooling rule is waived for Bonafide Himachalis (subject to certificate)
- Reservation and age relaxation benefits are only for Bonafide Himachalis
Cooperative Society Service Experience (MANDATORY)
This is the make-or-break requirement. Without this experience, the application will be rejected.
- PACS Quota: Minimum 3 years continuous service as Trained Secretary of a Primary Agricultural Cooperative Society (PACS) in Himachal Pradesh
- OCS Quota: Minimum 5 years continuous service in any Other Cooperative Society in Himachal Pradesh
- Service must be in HP-registered cooperative societies only — service in cooperative societies of other states does NOT count
- Age Limit: 18 to 45 years as on 01 January 2026 (born between 02-Jan-1981 and 01-Jan-2008); 5-year relaxation for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD/Freedom-Fighter Wards of HP
What is the Salary for HPSCB Junior Clerk 2026?
The salary for HPSCB Junior Clerk is fixed at Rs. 19,900 (Level-2) per month plus admissible allowances as per HPSCB rules. This is a regular permanent post — not contractual — with full bank benefits.
- Basic Pay: Rs. 19,900 (Pay Level-2)
- Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and other admissible allowances on top of basic
- Permanent regular position with full bank benefits (PF, gratuity, medical)
- Probation period: 2 years (extendable up to 3 years)
In-hand take-home for a Junior Clerk in HPSCB typically lands in the Rs. 28,000 – Rs. 32,000 range per month after adding DA and HRA — strong for a state cooperative bank role with rural HP postings.
The post comes with the comfort of a permanent state government cooperative bank job, regular pay revisions per government norms, and posting close to home in Himachal Pradesh.
What is the Selection Process for HPSCB Junior Clerk 2026?
Selection is purely merit-based on the IBPS-conducted online exam. Going through the exam syllabus and pattern carefully is essential because the HP Cooperative Societies Act/Rules section is unique to this exam and is not part of regular IBPS Clerk preparation.
- Online Computer-Based Examination — single-phase exam conducted by IBPS, Mumbai
- Document Verification — candidates up to 1.75 times of vacancies will be called
- Final Merit List — based purely on online exam marks; No personal interview
Online Exam Pattern
- Total Questions: 150
- Total Marks: 150
- Duration: 150 minutes (2 hours 30 minutes)
- Sections: Reasoning, Numerical Ability, English Language, General Awareness + HP GK, HP Cooperative Societies Act and Rules
- Bilingual paper (English + Hindi) except for English Language section
- No negative marking
- Qualifying marks: 40% (relaxation for reserved categories as per rules)
How to Apply Online for HPSCB Junior Clerk 2026?
- Visit the IBPS application portal at ibpsreg.ibps.in/hpscbmar26
- Click on “Click here for New Registration” and fill basic details to generate provisional registration number and password
- Login with the credentials and complete the full application form — personal details, qualification, cooperative service details, category
- Upload scanned photograph, signature, left thumb impression, and a handwritten declaration as per IBPS specifications
- Pay the application fee online via Debit/Credit Card, Net Banking, IMPS, Cash Cards, or Mobile Wallets
- Submit the form and download the application confirmation page for future reference
Apply well before the last date — IBPS portals see heavy traffic on the closing day.
Important Dates — HPSCB Junior Clerk 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date | 09 May 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 29 May 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 29 May 2026 |
| Online Exam (Tentative) | 5-6 weeks after closing |
| Result Declaration (Tentative) | ~15 days after exam |
Application Fees — HPSCB Junior Clerk 2026
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC (HP) | Rs. 1000 |
| EWS / SC / ST / IRDP / BPL / Antodaya (HP) | Rs. 800 |
| Female (All categories, HP) | Rs. 800 |
Fee is non-refundable. Payment can be made online via Debit/Credit Cards, Net Banking, IMPS, Cash Cards, or Mobile Wallets through the IBPS payment gateway.
Essential Links — HPSCB Junior Clerk Recruitment 2026
- Download Official Notification PDF
- Apply Online for HPSCB Junior Clerk 2026
- Visit HPSCB Official Website
- Join WhatsApp Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Telegram Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Telegram for Himachal Pradesh Govt Jobs
If you are an existing PACS Secretary or OCS employee in Himachal Pradesh with the required service years, this is a rare and valuable promotion path into HPSCB — apply on time and prepare specifically for the HP Cooperative Societies Act section. For more Himachal Pradesh government jobs and other banking sector recruitments, keep visiting GovtJobsAlert.in.