HPBOSE 2025 Registration Begins for Classes 8, 10, and 12 Open School: Key Dates, Fee Structure & How to Apply
Shimla, April 21, 2025 โ The Himachal Pradesh Board of School Education (HPBOSE) has officially opened the registration portal for the Himachal Pradesh State Open School (HPSOS) 2025 examinations for Classes 8, 10, and 12. The process also includes applications for special marks improvement exams for Classes 10 and 12, to be conducted in September 2025.
Candidates can now apply online through the official HPBOSE website hpbose.org across three phases. The registration covers fresh admissions (direct and Transfer of Credit), re-admissions, re-appear, improvement, and additional subject applications.
HPSOS 2025: Registration Phases and Important Deadlines
Students are encouraged to apply at the earliest to avoid late fees. Hereโs a breakdown of the registration schedule:
| Application Phase | Deadline | Late Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Without Late Fee | May 21, 2025 | NIL |
| With Late Fee (Phase 2) | May 22 June 12, 2025 | โน1,000 |
| With Late Fee (Phase 3) | June 13 June 30, 2025 | โน2,000 |
All affiliated study centres are required to follow the updated eligibility and application guidelines uploaded to their login dashboards.
HPSOS 2025: Step-by-Step Guide to Apply
Eligible students can complete the registration process in five simple steps:
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Visit the official HPBOSE portal: hpbose.org
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Navigate to the โOnline Servicesโ section and click on the HPSOS admission link.
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Select your category: Fresh Admission, TOC, Re-appear, Improvement, or Additional Subject.
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Fill out the application form with accurate personal, academic, and contact details. Upload a recent photo and signature.
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Submit the application and make the required payment. Download and save the confirmation page for future reference.
Fee Structure for HPSOS 2025
Hereโs a detailed overview of the registration fees based on class and application type:
| Appearing Type | Class 8 (โน) | Class 10 (โน) | Class 12 (โน) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fresh Admission (Direct) | 2,400 | 3,000 | 2,900 |
| Fresh Admission (With TOC) | 2,600 | 2,900 | 2,800 |
| Re-appear (One/All Subjects) | 800 | 1,000 | 800 |
| Improvement (within 1 yr) | N/A | 1,000 | 1,000 |
| Additional Subject | N/A | 1,100 | 1,100 |
Special Marks Improvement Fee (Per Subject)
For candidates applying for special marks improvement exams, the fee increases with each attempt:
| Attempt | Theory Fee/Subject (โน) | Practical Fee/Subject (โน) |
|---|---|---|
| 1st | 1,500 | 250 |
| 2nd | 2,000 | 350 |
| 3rd | 2,500 | 450 |
Roll numbers remain unchanged across all attempts, and students are advised to retain their credentials for future use.
Students and study centres are urged to go through the official notification in detail and comply with all updated instructions to ensure a seamless application process.
