The Himachal Pradesh Administrative Service (Prelims) — Paper II: Aptitude Test is conducted by the Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission (HPPSC) to assess an aspirant’s aptitude, decision-making, and communication skills at the preliminary stage. Practising this exam helps you build the accuracy and speed needed to qualify for the HPAS selection process and aim for a prestigious administrative career in Himachal Pradesh.
| Section | Questions | Marks | Weightage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Comprehension | ~14 | ~28 | ~14% |
| Interpersonal Skills including Communication Skills | ~14 | ~28 | ~14% |
| Logical Reasoning and Analytical Ability | ~14 | ~28 | ~14% |
| Decision Making and Problem Solving | ~14 | ~28 | ~14% |
| General Mental Ability | ~14 | ~28 | ~14% |
| Basic Numeracy | ~14 | ~28 | ~14% |
| Data Interpretation | ~14 | ~28 | ~14% |
| Total | 100 | 200 | 100% |
Start with a daily routine of timed sections to improve speed and accuracy for 100-question prelims-style practice. Focus on reading comprehension quickly—practice eliminating incorrect options using keywords and logic. For numeracy and data interpretation, revise shortcut methods and solve previous pattern questions to build confidence. Since there is no negative marking, attempt all questions but review any “confidently wrong” tendency through post-test analysis.
