Government Job: Notification Released for 530 Posts in Himachal Pradesh; Applications Begin 12 December, Upper Age Limit 45 Years

HPRCA Recruitment Highlights

Post: Patwari & Other Posts
Total Vacancies: 530

Application Dates

• Start: 12 December 2025

• End: 16 January 2026

Application Fee: ₹800

Educational Qualification

• Must have passed 12th standard or an equivalent qualification from a recognised board.

• Should possess knowledge of computers, as well as Himachal Pradesh’s customs, traditions, and local dialects.

Age Criteria

• Minimum Age: 18 years

• Maximum Age: 45 years

• Age relaxation applicable for HP reserved categories

• Age will be calculated with reference to 1 January 2025

Fee Structure

• Total application fee: ₹800

  • Exam Fee: ₹100

  • Processing Fee: ₹700

Selection Procedure

1. Computer-Based Test (CBT) / Written Screening Test

2. Document Verification

3. Medical Examination

Salary

• ₹12,500 per month during training.

Cut-Off Marks

• General Category: 45%

• SC, ST, OBC, WFF: 40%

Exam Pattern

• Mode: CBT

• Total Questions: 120

• Marks per Question: 1

• Duration: 90 minutes

• Subjects:

  • General Knowledge

  • Himachal GK

  • Mathematics

  • Hindi

  • English

  • Computer

  • Logical Reasoning

How to Apply

1. Visit www.hprca.hp.gov.in

2. Go to the Recruitment section and complete registration on the HPRCA portal.

3. Click on “Sign Up” and create your username and password.

4. Complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) process.

5. Log in at hprca.hp.gov.in and click “Apply Online”.

6. Choose your desired exam district from the dropdown.

7. Your application form will auto-fill using your profile data.

8. Pay the fee through online payment options.

9. Submit the form and take a printout for future use.