Are you preparing for the Medical Officer (General Wing) exam of HPPSC? This detailed HPPSC Shimla Medical Officer syllabus covers everything you must know about the Subject Aptitude Test (SAT) exam, including HPPSC syllabi, paper pattern, etc.
Whether you have seen the recent HPPSC notification published on hppsc.gov.in or you are waiting for an upcoming HPPSC vacancy, this comprehensive article is to ensure you understand the complete Medical Officer syllabus required for HPPSC Shimla recruitment.
The Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission (HPPSC) Shimla regularly releases notifications for Medical Officer (General Wing) in the Health and Family Welfare Department of the Government of Himachal Pradesh on its official website hppsc.hp.gov.in.
Every year, thousands of MBBS graduates apply for these posts after seeing the latest HPPSC Vacancy. One of the most important components of the recruitment process is the Subject Aptitude Test (SAT) — a 3-hour descriptive exam covering MBBS-level subjects. To help candidates prepare effectively, HPPSC publishes the official HPPSC syllabi, which form the backbone of this detailed article.
Recently, HPPSC released a notification inviting 232 posts of Medical Officer (General Wing) on hppsc.hp.gov.in. The last date of application is 12 December 2025. Apply before the deadline.
HPPSC Shimla Medical Officer Syllabus – SAT Exam Pattern
Before you start your preparation, you need to understand the exam pattern of the HPPSC SAT Medical Officer.
| COMPONENT | DETAILS |
|---|---|
| Exam Type | Descriptive (Subject Aptitude Test) |
| Duration | 3 hours |
| Total Marks | 120 |
| Format | Part-I & Part-II |
| Syllabus Level | MBBS |
Distribution of Marks:
- Part-I: General Medicine + Paediatrics → 60 Marks
- Part-II: Surgery, OBG, Community Medicine → 60 Marks
This pattern has remained consistent across multiple HPPSC Notifications, making it reliable and evergreen for future Medical Officer recruitments, until any special notice from HPPSC Shimla.
PART I (60 Marks)
Part I covers General Medicine and Pediatrics, the most heavily weighted subjects in the SAT.
A. General Medicine – A Complete Topic List
This section from the HPPSC syllabi includes all major MBBS medicine themes. Candidates should be able to diagnose, manage, and write about diseases with a clinical approach.
- Cardiology
- Heart failure
- Arrhythmias
- Hypertension
- Ischemic heart disease
- Congenital cardiac disorders
- Rheumatic heart disease
- Respiratory Medicine
- COPD
- Pneumonia
- Asthma
- Tuberculosis
- Occupational lung disease
- Acute respiratory emergencies
- Gastrointestinal System
- Hepatitis
- Peptic ulcers
- Pancreatitis
- Gastroenteritis
- Biliary diseases
- Intestinal obstruction
- Genito-Urinary System
- Acute renal failure
- Chronic kidney disease
- UTI
- Nephrotic syndrome
- Urinary stones
- Electrolyte imbalances
- Neurology
- troke
- Epilepsy
- Meningitis
- Neuropathies
- Paralysis
- CNS infections
- Hematology
- nemia
- Bleeding disorders
- Leukemia
- Lymphoma
- Transfusion medicine
- Endocrinology
- Diabetes mellitus
- Thyroid disorders
- Adrenal disorders
- Metabolic syndrome
- Metabolic Disorders
- Acid–base imbalance
- Lipid disorders
- Obesity
- Metabolic emergencies
- Infectious Diseases
- Overly infectious agents, including:
- Viruses
- Bacteria
- Protozoa
- Rickettsia
- Spirochetes
- Metazoan parasites
- Fungi
- Nutrition & Growth
- Malnutrition
- Obesity
- Growth charts
- Vitamin deficiencies
- Dermatology
- Fungal infections
- Bacterial skin infections
- Eczema
- Psoriasis
- Drug reactions
- Musculoskeletal System
- Arthritis
- Soft tissue injuries
- Muscular dystrophies
- Psychiatry
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Psychosis
- Bipolar disorder
- Schizophrenia
- Emergency Medicine
- CPR
- Trauma
- Shock
- Poisoning
- Common Poisoning
- Drug overdose
- Organophosphorus poisoning
- Food poisoning
- Snake Bite & Envenomation
- Types of bites
- First aid
- Anti-venom therapy
- Tropical Medicine
- Malaria
- Dengue
- Chikungunya
- Kala-azar
- Critical Care Medicine
- ICU protocols, oxygen therapy, and fluid management.
- Medical Procedures
- Catheterization
- Lumbar puncture
- Cannulation
- Blood transfusion
- Pathophysiology of Diseases
- Vaccine & Non-Vaccine Preventable Diseases
- Medical Genetics & Chromosomal Disorders
- Inborn Errors of Metabolism
- Adult Immunization Guidelines
B. Pediatrics – A Detailed Topic List
- Common Childhood Emergencies
- Respiratory distress,
- seizures,
- dehydration.
- Protein Energy Malnutrition
- Newborn Care
- APGAR
- Breastfeeding
- Hypothermia
- Developmental Milestones
- Childhood Accidents & Poisonings
- Birth Defects & Counseling
- Including autism spectrum disorders.
- Immunization (Extended Programme)
- Children With Special Needs
- Cerebral palsy,
- Hearing impairment,
- Developmental delay.
- National Child Health Programs
- ICDS, RBSK, RMNCH+A, etc.
PART II (60 Marks)
This Part II includes Surgery, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, and Community Medicine.
A. Surgery (General Surgery to Specialties)
- General Surgery
- Wounds
- Infections
- Tumors
- Lymphatic disorders
- Cysts/sinuses
- Head & Neck
- Alimentary Tract
- Esophagus
- Stomach
- Intestines
- Anus
- Developmental
- Liver, Bile, Pancreas
- Spleen
- Peritoneum
- Sinuses and fistula
- Blood vessel disorders
- Breast diseases
- Hernias
- Abdominal emergencies
- GI tract diseases
- Otorhinolaryngology (ENT)
- Orthopaedics & Traumatology
- Ophthalmology
- Neurosurgery
- Urological Surgery
- Thoracic Surgery
- Anesthesiology
- Traumatology
- Diagnosis & Management of Surgical Diseases
- Pre & Postoperative Care
- Medicolegal and Ethical Issues in Surgery
- Fluid & Electrolyte Management
- Shock – Pathophysiology & Management
- Burns (Calculation, Degrees, Treatment)
- Wound Healing
B. Gynaecology and Obstetrics
- Obstetrics
- Ante-natal care
- Intra-natal care
- Normal labour
- Complicated labours
- Post-natal care
- Fetal medicine
- Gynaecology
- Female anatomy & physiology
- Physiology of Mensuration & fertilization
- Genital tract infections
- Tumors
- Menstrual disorders
- Uterine displacement
- Abortions
- Normal Delivery & Safe Delivery practices
- High-risk pregnancy & management
- Intrauterine Growth Restriction
- Medicolegal examination in obgy & Gyne, including Rape.
- Family Planning
- Conventional Contraceptives
- UD & Oral Pills
- Operative procedure, Sterilization, and organization of programs in the urban and rural surroundings.
- MTP (Medical Termination of Pregnancy) procedures
C. Preventive & Social Medicine (PSM)
The topics include:
- Social & Community Medicine.
- Concept of Health, Disease & Preventive Medicine
- Health Administration & Planning
- General Epidemiology
- Demography & Health Statistics
- Communicable diseases
- Environmental Health.
- Nutrition & Health
- Non-communicable diseases
- Occupational Health
- Genetics & Health
- International Health
- Medical Sociology & Health Education
- Maternal & Child Health
- National Programs
- Management of Common Health Problems
- National health programs Monitoring
- Maternal & Child Wellness
- Recognize, Investigate, Report, Plan, and Manage community health problems, including malnutrition & emergencies.
This portion is closely related to multiple sections of hppsc.gov.in notifications for health services.
⭐ High-Yield Topics for the SAT Exam
These areas carry more weight:
- ✔ Cardiology
- ✔ Respiratory medicine
- ✔ Endocrinology (Diabetes, Thyroid)
- ✔ Communicable diseases
- ✔ Emergency medicine
- ✔ Pediatrics immunization schedule
- ✔ General Surgery (wounds, tumors, abdomen)
- ✔ Obstetric emergencies
- ✔ Family planning
- ✔ Epidemiology
🗃Preparation Strategy
- Study the MBBS final-year standard books
- Medicine → Harrison’s/Mathew GK
- Surgery → SRB/Manish Kumar
- OBG → Dutta
- PSM → Park (highly important)
- Focus on Himachal-specific diseases
- Scrub typhus
- Jaundice outbreaks
- Diarrhoeal diseases
- Respiratory infections due to the weather
- Practice answer writing
Since the SAT is descriptive, writing clarity matters.
- Use current health programs
Questions often relate to:
- RMNCH+A
- NHM
- National Immunization Program
- NPCDCS
🔗 Quick Links
| RESOURCE | LINK |
|---|---|
| HPPSC SHIMLA OFFICIAL WEBSITE | hppsc.hp.gov.in |
| MEDICAL OFFICER SYLLABUS PDF | DOWNLOAD HERE |
| HPPSC EMAIL ID | hppsc_shimla@msn.com |
| HPPSC CONTACT NO. | 0177-2624313* |
| HPPSC CONTACT (Toll Free) | 1800-180-8004* |
*Call on working days from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
HPPSC Shimla Medical Officer Syllabus: FAQs
What is the level of the HPPSC Shimla Medical Officer Syllabus?
MBBS-level subjects
Is the SAT exam for a Medical Officer Objective?
No, the SAT for HPPSC Medical Officer is a Descriptive Type.
How many marks does the exam have?
SAT exam carries 120 marks.
What is the format of the HPPSC SAT for a Medical Officer?
The SAT Exam for HPPSC Shimla Medical Officer (General Wing) is a Two-Tier exam. The screening exam will be of two parts – Part I & Part II. Both will carry equal marks (60 marks for each part). The screening test will be followed by a personal interview.