Himachal Pradesh Rajya Chayan Aayog has released an official notification for the HPRCA Recruitment 2026. The recruitment drive is being conducted to fill 331 vacancies for various posts, including Panchayat Secretary, Pharmacist, and other positions. Eligible and interested candidates can submit their online application through the official HPRCA website.
The application process will start on 10 March 2026, and candidates can apply until 04 April 2026. The minimum age required to apply is 18 years, while the maximum age limit is 45 years. Applicants are advised to carefully review the eligibility criteria, selection process, and other important details mentioned in the official notification before submitting the online application form.
| HPRCA Online Form 2026 |
| Himachal Pradesh State Selection Commission (HPRCA) : Short Details of Notification Advertisement No. 04/2026 | Short Details of Notification https://sarkarinaukari.live/ |
| Important Date |
| • Notification Released : 28 February 2026 • Application Start : 10 March 2026 • Last Date for Apply Online : 04 April 2026 • Last Date for Fee payment : 04 April 2026 • Correction Date : 3 working days after 04/04/2026 (for 7 days) • Exam Date : Notify Soon • Admit Card : Before Exam • Result Date: Notify Soon |
| Application Fees |
| • For All Candidates : 800/- (Examination Fee : 100/- + Processing Fee : 700/-) • Correction Window Fee : 100/- (opened 3 working days after closing date, valid for 7 days) • Pay the Exam Fee Through Online Mode Credit Card, Debit Card, Net Banking Only. |
| Age Limit |
| • Minimum Age : 18 Years • Minimum Age : 45 Years • Age relaxation for Reserved Category candidates as per Rules. |
| No. of Post |
| 331 Posts |
| Vacancy Details | ||
| Post Name | Department | Total Vacancies |
| Panchayat Secretary (Job Trainee) – Zila Parishad Cadre | Department of Panchayati Raj, HP | 119 |
| Operation Theatre Assistant (Job Trainee) | Dept. of Health Services, HP & Dept. of Medical Education & Research, HP | 145 + 31 = 176 |
| Radiographer (Job Trainee) | Dept. of Health Services, HP & Dept. of Medical Education & Research, HP | 05 + 05 = 10 |
| Medical Social Worker (On Regular basis) | ||
| Psychiatric Social Worker (Job Trainee) | Department of Medical Education & Research, HP | 05 |
| Pharmacist/Pharmacy Officer (Job Trainee) | Department of Medical Education & Research, HP | 04 |
| Speech Therapist (Job Trainee) | Department of Medical Education & Research, HP | 03 |
| Senior Laboratory Technician / MLT Gr-II (Job Trainee) | Department of Medical Education & Research, HP | 10 |
| Audiometric Technician (Job Trainee) | Department of Medical Education & Research, HP | 01 |
| Litho Artist (As Trainee) | Department of Printing & Stationery | 01 |
| Eligibility Criteria | |
| Post Name (Code) | Qualification |
| Panchayat Secretary (26005) | Bachelor’s Degree from a recognised Institution approved by HP Government/University/Board. Minimum typing speed of 30 wpm in English or 25 wpm in Hindi on computer. Knowledge of word processing as prescribed by the recruiting authority. |
| Medical Social Worker (26006) | Post Graduate Degree in Social Science or Sociology from a University recognised by the Central or HP Government. |
| Psychiatric Social Worker (26007) . | Master Degree in Psychology or Social Work |
| Operation Theatre Assistant (26008) | 10+2 with Science (Physics, Chemistry, Biology) with 50% from a recognised Board/Institution and OTA Training course from a recognised Institution by the State Government. OR B.Sc. Degree in Medical Technology (Anesthesia & OT Techniques) from HP University or equivalent. Must be registered with HP Paramedical Council. |
| Radiographer (26009) | 10+2 in Science from a recognised Board/University. B.Sc. Medical Technology (Radiology & Imaging) or equivalent degree from a recognised University. Must be registered with HP Para Medical Council (Presently State Allied Health Care Council, HP). |
| Pharmacist/Pharmacy Officer (26010) | 10+2 with Science from a recognised Board of School Education. Degree or Diploma in Pharmacy from a recognised University/Institution duly recognised by Central/State Government. Must be registered with the Pharmacy Council of the concerned State/Central Government. |
| Speech Therapist (26011) | B.Sc. Degree in Speech & Hearing or its equivalent from a recognised University or Institution duly recognised by the Central or State Government. |
| Senior Laboratory Technician/MLT Gr-II (26012) | 10+2 in Science from a recognised Board. B.Sc. Medical Laboratory Technology or equivalent degree from a recognised University. Must be registered with HP Para Medical Council (Presently State Allied Health Care Council, HP). |
| Audiometric Technician (26013) | B.Sc. Degree in Speech & Hearing or its equivalent from a recognised University or Institution duly recognised by Central or State Government. |
| Litho Artist (26014) | 10+2 or equivalent from a recognised Board. Diploma in Fine Arts (minimum 3 years) from an institution recognised by HP Government. Three years practical experience in commercial design and layout in Government/Semi Government or Private Press having offset unit and ISO certification. |
| For more educational details check the official notification PDF. | |
| Salary |
| Pay Scale : Rs 12,500/- to Rs 21,500/- per month (Fixed, as per post) |
| Selection Process |
| • Computer Based Test (CBT) / Written Screening Test: Objective type test of 120 marks with duration of 1½ hours (one and a half hours). Each question carries 1 mark. • Typing / Skill Test: Mandatory and qualifying in nature for Post Code 26005 (Panchayat Secretary). Minimum typing speed of 30 wpm in English or 25 wpm in Hindi on computer. • Document Verification: Shortlisted candidates will be called for document verification. |
| HPRCA Online Form 2026: How to Apply |
| 1. Visit the official website (https://hprca.hp.gov.in/) of HPRCA. Candidates can apply from 10 March 2026 to 04 April 2026. 2. Before applying, candidates should carefully read the official notification for “HPRCA Online Form 2026.” 3. Applicants should check and collect all the required documents, including eligibility certificates, ID proof, address details, and other basic information. 4. They should also keep scanned copies of necessary documents ready, such as photograph, signature, and ID proof, for uploading during the application process. 5. Before submitting the application form, candidates must review the preview and verify all the entered details carefully. 6. After successful submission, take a printout of the final submitted application form for future reference. |
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