The Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission (HPPSC) has officially released the HPAS Preliminary Exam Result 2025 for the combined competitive examination held on 29 June 2025. The announcement was made on 19 July 2025, and candidates waiting for the announcement for selection to the Mains stage can feel excitement and anticipation. In this article, we’ll walk you through the key details, result checking process, cut-off trends, next steps, and essential tips to stay ahead.
Key Highlights of HPAS Prelims Result
- Exam Conducted: Preliminary exam was held offline on 29 June 2025, comprising two objective papers—General Studies and Aptitude, each worth 200 marks .
- Result Declaration Date: 19 July 2025
- Vacancies – 30 – (HPAS, BDO, Tehsildar, Assistant Commissioner ).
- Result Format: A PDF list featuring roll numbers of candidates who’ve qualified for the Mains.
Things to do to download your Result
1. Go to the official HPPSC website i.e. hppsc.hp.gov.in
2. Look under “Press Note / Notice” or “Latest News” for:
> “Result of Preliminary Exam for HPAS Combined Competitive Examination – 2025”
3. Click on the link provided, and it will open the PDF with the list of roll numbers which made the cut.
4. You can search your roll number using Ctrl+F (or Cmd+F), or scroll through and find it visually.
5. You can download and save this result PDF for future reference.
Prelims Result Snapshot
Categories | Details |
Exam Date | 29 June 2025 |
Result Announcement | 19 July 2025 |
Total posts | 30 |
Papers | GS & Aptitude (2 × 200 marks) |
Next Stage | Mains Examination |
Cut-off Trends (Estimated)
While the official prelims cut-offs haven’t been released yet, based on past trends, expected category-wise qualifying marks out of 400 are:
- General: ~225–240
- OBC/EWS: ~215–230
- SC/ST: ~200–215
Final cut-offs will depend on exam difficulty, overall performance, and normalization.
What Happens Next?
Candidates who’ve cleared prelims should prepare for the forthcoming Mains Exam, which typically includes:
1. Main Written Exam – comprising multiple descriptive papers.
2. Interview/Viva-Voce – usually held for 2–3 times the number of vacancies.
Once mains and interviews conclude, the final merit list will be published based on combined scores. Result qualifiers will proceed with document verification and appointment once done.
Expert Tips for Next Stage
- Begin Mains Preparation: Focus on answer writing, state-specific issues, administration topics, and optional subjects.
- Collect Documents: Ensure academic certificates, category certificates, domicile proof, etc., are ready.
- Stay Updated: Keep a close watch on the HPPSC portal for Mains notification and admit card updates.
>The release of the HPAS Prelims Result 2025 marks a key turning point for Himachal Pradesh administrative service aspirants. Congratulations if your roll number appears in the PDF! Prepare steadily for the Mains ahead, and make sure your documents are in order. We’ll continue to bring you timely updates as the recruitment process progresses.
Best wishes to all successful candidates—your dream is closer than ever!
FAQs
Currently, only the list of qualified roll numbers is available. Section-wise or raw scores are not released for prelims.
Though the dates aren’t officially announced, past trends indicate a September–October 2025 schedule for the HPAS Mains exam.