The Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission (HPPSC) has released a recruitment notification for the Assistant District Attorney (ADA) positions in the Department of Home (Prosecution), Himachal Pradesh. The recruitment aims to fill 23 vacancies for the role of Assistant District Attorney, a Class-I Gazetted post on a contract basis. Interested candidates with a law degree and at least two years of experience as an advocate are invited to apply.
HPPSC Assistant District Attorney Overview
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Recruitment Organization | Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission (HPPSC) |
| Advt. No. | 27/3-2025 |
| Post Name | Assistant District Attorney (ADA) |
| Total Vacancies | 23 |
| Job Location | Himachal Pradesh |
| Salary/Pay Scale | Level-13 (₹46,000 – ₹1,46,500) |
| Eligible for | Male & Female |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Official Website | hppsc.hp.gov.in |
Important Dates
- Notification Date: 17 March 2025
- Starting Date to Apply: 17 March 2025
- Last Date to Apply: 13 April 2025
- Last Date for Fee Payment: 13 April 2025
Application Fee
- General/Other State Candidates: ₹600
- SC/ST/OBC/EWS (BPL) of HP: ₹150
- Ex-Servicemen & Female Candidates: No Fee
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Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Maximum Age: 35 Years as of 01 January 2025
- Age Relaxation:
- SC/ST/OBC/PWD of HP: 5 years
- Ex-Servicemen of HP: As per government norms
Vacancies & Qualification
| Category | No. of Posts |
|---|---|
| Unreserved | 5 |
| Unreserved (Visually Impaired of HP) | 1 |
| Unreserved (Ex-Servicemen of HP) | 5 (Backlog) |
| Unreserved (Ward of Ex-Servicemen) | 2 (Backlog) |
| SC of HP | 3 |
| SC of HP (Ex-Servicemen) | 1 |
| ST of HP | 1 |
| ST of HP (Ward of Ex-Servicemen) | 1 (Backlog) |
| OBC of HP | 3 |
| EWS of HP | 1 |
| Total | 23 |
Essential Qualification
- Educational Qualification: Professional Degree in Law from a recognized university.
- Experience: Minimum two years of experience as an advocate.
- Experience Certificate: Mandatory from the President, District Bar Association/Bar Council.
Selection Process
- Screening Test (CBT or Offline Test) – 100 Marks
- Subject Aptitude Test (SAT) – Descriptive Test – 120 Marks
- Personality Test (Interview) – 30 Marks
Candidates need to secure at least 35% (General) and 30% (Reserved categories) in SAT to qualify for the Personality Test. The final selection will be based on the combined marks of SAT + Personality Test.
HPPSC Assistant District Attorney Exam Pattern
1. Screening Test (Objective Type – 100 Marks)
| Subject | Marks |
|---|---|
| General Knowledge of HP | 30 |
| National & International Affairs | 30 |
| Knowledge of Hindi Language | 20 |
| Knowledge of English Language | 20 |
2. Subject Aptitude Test (SAT – Descriptive – 120 Marks)
- Duration: 3 Hours
- Subject-specific questions related to law and legal procedures.
3. Personality Test (Interview – 30 Marks)
- Minimum Qualifying Marks:
- General Category: 12 marks
- Reserved Categories: 9 marks
How to Apply for HPPSC Assistant District Attorney Recruitment 2025
- Visit the official HPPSC website: hppsc.hp.gov.in
- Register under One Time Registration (OTR).
- Log in using your credentials and fill out the application form.
- Upload required documents (Degree, Experience Certificate, Category Certificate, etc.).
- Pay the application fee using the available online payment modes.
- Submit the application and take a printout for future reference.
Important Links
| Content | Date | Link |
|---|---|---|
| Apply Online | 17/03/2025 | Click Here |
| Official Notification PDF | 17/03/2025 | Click Here |
| Official HPPSC Website | 17/03/2025 | Click Here |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1: How many vacancies are available for HPPSC Assistant District Attorney 2025?
A1: There are 23 vacancies for the Assistant District Attorney position.
Q2: What is the salary for the Assistant District Attorney post in HPPSC?
A2: The salary is Level-13 (₹46,000 – ₹1,46,500) per month.
Q3: What is the last date to apply for HPPSC Assistant District Attorney?
A3: The last date to apply is 13 April 2025.
Q4: What is the application fee for HPPSC Assistant District Attorney Recruitment?
A4: The fee is ₹600 for General candidates and ₹150 for SC/ST/OBC/EWS candidates of HP. Female candidates and Ex-Servicemen are exempted from the fee.
Q5: How will the selection for HPPSC Assistant District Attorney take place?
A5: The selection will be based on the Screening Test, Subject Aptitude Test (SAT), and Personality Test.
