HPRCA Recruitment 2026 – 326 Vacancies for Panchayat Secretary, OTA, Radiographer & More | Apply Online | Notification Out
The Himachal Pradesh Rajya Chayan Aayog (HPRCA), Hamirpur has announced a major state-level recruitment drive under Advertisement No. 04/2026 for 315 vacancies across Panchayati Raj, Health Services, Medical Education, and other departments. This recruitment includes both Regular and Job Trainee positions, making it one of the most significant Himachal Pradesh Government job opportunities of 2026. Eligible candidates can apply online from 10 March 2026 to 04 April 2026.
HPRCA Recruitment 2026 Notification
The HPRCA Recruitment 2026 has been announced by the Himachal Pradesh Rajya Chayan Aayog for various posts in Himachal Pradesh. The online application process will begin from 10 March 2026, and interested candidates should review the detailed notification, eligibility criteria, age limit, and other important instructions before applying through the official portal.
HPRCA is the official state-level recruitment authority responsible for conducting transparent and merit-based selection for various Class-III and technical posts in HP Government departments.
🔰Organization Details
Particular | Details |
| Organization Name | Himachal Pradesh Rajya Chayan Aayog (HPRCA) |
| Nature | State Government Recruitment Body |
| State | Himachal Pradesh |
| Headquarters | Hamirpur, Himachal Pradesh |
| Recruitment Type | Direct Recruitment (Regular & Job Trainee) |
🔘Vacancy Highlights
Post Name | Vacancies |
| Panchayat Secretary | 119 |
| Operation Theatre Assistant | 176 |
| Psychiatric Social Worker | 05 |
| Radiographer | 05 |
| Pharmacist | 04 |
| Speech Therapist | 03 |
Senior Lab Technician | 10 |
| Audiometric Technician | 01 |
| Litho Artist | 01 |
| Medical Social Worker (Regular) | 02 |
📌 Total: 300+ Posts
🔘Application Fee
Category | Fee |
All Categories | ₹800 (₹100 Exam + ₹700 Processing) |
| Correction Window Fee | ₹100 |
Payment Mode: Online (Debit/Credit Card/Net Banking)
🔘Age Limit (As on 01 January 2026)
Post Type | Age Limit |
| Most Posts | 18–45 Years |
| Audiometric Technician & Speech Therapist | 18–38 Years |
🔘Eligibility Criteria
- Panchayat Secretary: Bachelor’s Degree + Computer typing (30 WPM English / 25 WPM Hindi)
- Operation Theatre Assistant: 10+2 Science + OTA training OR B.Sc Medical Technology
- Radiographer: B.Sc Radiology/Imaging + Registration with HP Paramedical Council
- Pharmacist: 10+2 + Diploma/Degree in Pharmacy + Valid Registration
- Speech Therapist: B.Sc Speech & Hearing
- Senior Lab Technician: B.Sc MLT + Registration
- Medical Social Worker: PG Degree in Social Science/Sociology
- Litho Artist: 10+2 + Diploma in Fine Arts + 3 years experience
🔘How to Apply
- Visit official HPRCA portal.
- Complete One-Time Registration (OTR).
- Fill Online Recruitment Application (ORA).
- Select preferred exam district.
- Upload photo, signature, and certificates.
- Pay ₹800 fee online.
- Submit and download confirmation page.
🔘Selection Process
🔘 Salary & Benefits
🔘Who Should NOT Apply
🔘Common Application Mistakes
🔘Real Preparation Strategy
Mock Strategy:
📍Important Instructions
▪️Only online applications accepted.
▪️Keep category certificates valid throughout selection process.
▪️Admit card will be available online only.
▪️Normalization will apply if multiple shifts are conducted.
▪️Correction window available after closing date.
FAQs ?
Q1. When will the HPRCA Recruitment 2026 online application start?
The online application process will begin from 10 March 2026
Q2.Can non-Himachal Pradesh residents apply for HPRCA Recruitment 2026?
Non-HP residents can apply if they meet the eligibility criteria, but reservation benefits may apply only to HP domiciled candidates
Q3.What is maximum age?
45 years (General posts)
Q4. Is typing test mandatory?
Yes, for Panchayat Secretary
Q5. What is total fee?
All candidates are required to pay ₹800 (₹100 examination fee + ₹700 processing fee).
Q6.What is the mode of examination for HPRCA posts?
The selection will be conducted through a Computer Based Test (CBT) or written screening test of 120 marks.
Q7.What are the minimum qualifying marks in the written test?
General category candidates must secure at least 45% marks, while SC/ST/OBC/WFF candidates need 40% marks.
Q9.Can candidates from other states claim reservation benefits?
No, candidates belonging to reserved categories of other states will be treated as General (UR) category candidates.
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| Notification Release Date | 28/02/2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 10/03/2026 (10:00 AM) |
| Last Date to Apply | 04/04/2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Correction Window | 7 days after closing date |
| Exam Date | To be announced |
| Admit Card | Available online before exam |