HPSC HCS Mains Exam Date 2026 - Schedule, Timetable & Admit Card

Candidates preparing for the HCS (Executive Branch) and other Allied Services Main Examination 2025 now have official clarity on their exam dates. The Haryana Public Service Commission (HPSC) has confirmed that the Main Examination will be conducted over three days, from 27 June 2026 (Saturday) to 29 June 2026 (Monday), with two papers scheduled each day in morning and evening sessions.

This announcement is a continuation of the earlier notice dated 19 January 2026 and Advertisement No. 22/2026 (dated 30 January 2026), issued for candidates who were declared qualified to appear in the Main Examination based on the result announced on 1 June 2026. Below is everything candidates need to know  the full date sheet, exam timings, admit card release information, and instructions issued by HPSC.

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HPSC HCS Mains Exam Date 2026 - Full Schedule

This section covers the official date-wise and session-wise breakup of all six papers in the HCS Mains Examination 2026, as released by HPSC. Candidates appearing for Hindi, English, and the four General Studies papers should note their respective dates, sessions, and exact reporting times to plan their preparation and travel accordingly.

Key Takeaways from the Date Sheet

• The exam spans three consecutive days, with one morning and one evening paper on each day.
• Each session lasts 3 hours, running either from 8:30 AM to 11:30 AM or from 2:30 PM to 5:30 PM.
• The language papers (Hindi and English, each including an essay component) are scheduled on the very first day, 27 June.
• All four General Studies papers are spread across 28 and 29 June, one in each session.

HPSC HCS Mains Admit Card 2026: Release Date and Download Process

This section explains when and how candidates can access their admit cards for the HCS Mains Exam 2026, along with the printing requirements specified by the Commission.

According to the official notice, admit cards for the HCS (Ex. Br.) & other Allied Services Main Examination 2025 will be available for download with effect from 22 June 2026. The download link will be made active on the official HPSC website, hpsc.gov.in.

Important points to note regarding the admit card:

• No physical admit cards will be dispatched to candidates individually downloading from the website is mandatory.
• Candidates must print the admit card on A-4 size paper so that the photograph and other particulars on it remain clearly visible and verifiable at the exam centre.
• Candidates are strongly advised to carefully read all instructions printed on the admit card and ensure strict compliance with them on exam day.

How to Download the HPSC HCS Mains Admit Card 2026

1. Visit the official HPSC website: hpsc.gov.in

2. Look for the admit card link under the announcements/notifications section related to the HCS Mains Examination 2025.
3. Click on the link and enter the required login credentials (roll number/registration details as applicable).
4. Download the admit card and print it clearly on A4-size paper.
5. Verify your photograph, name, roll number, exam centre, and other details before exam day.

Important Instructions for Candidates Appearing in HCS Mains 2026

This section lists the key directives issued by HPSC that every candidate must follow before and during the examination.

• Read the admit card thoroughly and follow all printed instructions strictly this is explicitly emphasized by the Commission.
• Ensure the photograph and details on the admit card are legible after printing on A4 paper, as these will be used for verification at the centre.
• Keep track of the admit card download window starting 22 June 2026, since cards are not sent by post or courier.
• PwBD candidates requiring compensatory time/scribe support must apply within the 22-26 June 2026 window as per para 19 of the advertisement.
• Note your exact date, session, and reporting time for each paper from the date sheet to avoid last-minute confusion.