HPBOSE LDR Exam 2026: 97 Applications Rejected Due to Fee Non-Payment

Published: Thursday, February 19, 2026, 15:47 [IST]

The Himachal Pradesh Board of School Education (HPBOSE) has rejected 97 applications for the Limited Direct Recruitment (LDR) Examination 2026, which is scheduled to be conducted on February 22, 2026.

HPBOSE LDR Exam 2026: 97 Applications Rejected Ahead of February 22 Exam

As per official information released by the board, the rejected applications were found incomplete due to non-payment of the prescribed examination fee. The list of rejected candidates has been uploaded on the official website for public information and transparency.

HPBOSE LDR Exam 2026 - Key Highlights

Events	Details
Exam Name	Limited Direct Recruitment (LDR) Exam 2026
Conducting Authority	HPBOSE
Exam Date	February 22, 2026
Application Period	December 23, 2025 to January 15, 2026
Total Applications Received	1,534
Valid Applications	1,437
Rejected Applications	97
Reason for Rejection	Non-payment of examination fee

Application Statistics & Rejection Details

HPBOSE received a total of 1,534 online applications during the registration window. After scrutiny:

1,437 applications were found valid
97 applications were rejected

The board clarified that the rejected applications were incomplete because the candidates failed to pay the required examination fee within the stipulated time.

Transparency in Recruitment Process

To maintain transparency, HPBOSE has:

Published the list of rejected candidates
Clearly mentioned the reason for rejection
Ensured public access to the information

Candidates are advised to check the official website to verify their application status.

HPBOSE LDR Exam Date 2026

The LDR examination will be conducted on February 22, 2026. Candidates whose applications have been accepted must download their admit cards (if released) and follow the exam guidelines issued by the board.

Importance of Fee Payment in Online Applications

Non-payment of examination fees is one of the most common reasons for rejection in recruitment exams. Candidates must ensure:

Successful transaction completion
Receipt or confirmation of payment
Verification of application status after submission

Failure to complete payment results in automatic cancellation of the application.

What Should Rejected Candidates Do?

Since the application window has already closed, rejected candidates may not be able to rectify their applications for this cycle. They are advised to:

Carefully read future notifications
Complete payment within deadlines
Keep transaction proof for reference

Admit Card & Exam Preparation

Valid applicants should:

Regularly check the official website for admit card updates
Verify exam centre details
Carry required documents on exam day
Follow reporting time instructions strictly

About HPBOSE LDR Examination

The LDR exam is conducted to fill specific posts under the Himachal Pradesh School Education Board through a competitive process. Selection is based on performance in the written examination and subsequent procedures as notified.

Conclusion

The HPBOSE LDR Exam 2026, scheduled for February 22, will proceed with 1,437 valid candidates, while 97 applications have been rejected due to non-payment of the examination fee. Candidates must ensure strict adherence to application guidelines in future recruitment cycles to avoid disqualification.