HP Police SI — Himachal Pradesh Police Sub-Inspector Examination
About this Exam
Himachal Pradesh Junior Engineer (JE) Examination (Preliminary) – Practice Test by HPPSC
The Himachal Pradesh Junior Engineer (JE) Preliminary Examination is conducted by the Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission (HPPSC) to shortlist candidates for Junior Engineer posts in Himachal Pradesh. This practice test is designed to help you build speed and accuracy for the preliminary stage, which is the gateway to a stable government engineering career.
With 170 questions for 340 marks in 120 minutes and no negative marking, you can focus on attempting confidently and improving your ranking through consistent practice.
Exam Pattern
| Section | Questions | Marks | Weightage |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Knowledge / HP GK | ~43 | ~86 | ~18% |
| English / Hindi | ~43 | ~86 | ~12% |
| Quantitative Aptitude | ~43 | ~86 | — |
| Reasoning / Mental Ability | ~43 | ~86 | — |
| Total | 170 | 340 | 100% |
What This Practice Test Covers
- General Knowledge / HP GK: Himachal geography, history, culture, civics, current affairs-based facts.
- English / Hindi: grammar, vocabulary, comprehension, synonyms/antonyms, sentence correction.
- Quantitative Aptitude: arithmetic, percentages, ratio & proportion, simplification, data interpretation basics.
- Reasoning / Mental Ability: logical series, coding-decoding, analogies, blood relations, problem-solving.
Preparation Tips
Start with a daily routine: 30–40 minutes for HP GK + language practice, then 60 minutes split between Quant and Reasoning. Use this preliminary pattern to attempt section-wise mock tests and track accuracy (since there is no negative marking, aim for maximum correct attempts). Revise HP-specific topics like districts, rivers, important landmarks, and state-level facts through quick notes. Finally, practice time-bound questions to improve speed for 120 minutes.