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HPRCA Recruitment 2026: 390 Assistant Staff Nurse Posts
1. Recruitment Overview
The Himachal Pradesh Rajya Chayan Aayog (HPRCA) has released an official notification for the recruitment of 390 Assistant Staff Nurse posts. This is a significant opportunity for female nursing professionals looking to serve in the government health sector of Himachal Pradesh.
Recruitment Type: This is a Competitive Examination based recruitment. Candidates will be selected based on a Computer Based Test (CBT) or Written Screening Test followed by Document Verification.
Selected candidates will be engaged on a fixed honorarium basis for a period of 5 years with a monthly salary of Rs. 25,000/-.
2. Key Highlights
| Organization Name | Himachal Pradesh Rajya Chayan Aayog (HPRCA) |
| Post Name | Assistant Staff Nurse |
| Total Vacancies | 390 Posts |
| Application Start Date | 12 February 2026 |
| Application Last Date | 05 March 2026 |
| Official Website | hprca.hp.gov.in |
3. Vacancy Details (Category-wise)
The 390 posts are distributed across various reservation categories. The breakdown is as follows:
| Category | Number of Posts |
|---|---|
| Gen (UR) | 140 |
| EWS | 50 |
| Gen (WFF) | 05 |
| SC (UR) | 77 |
| SC (IRDP) | 15 |
| SC (WFF) | 03 |
| ST (UR) | 15 |
| ST (IRDP) | 05 |
| OBC (UR) | 63 |
| OBC (IRDP) | 15 |
| OBC (WFF) | 02 |
| Total | 390 |
Pay Scale: Rs. 25,000/- per month (Fixed Honorarium).
Age Limit: 21 to 45 Years (Age as on 01-01-2026).
4. Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- B.Sc. Nursing with 50% marks from a recognized University/Institution.
- OR
- GNM (General Nursing and Midwifery) (A Grade Nursing Diploma) with 50% marks from a recognized Institution.
Mandatory Requirements
- Gender: Female Candidates Only are eligible to apply.
- Residency: Applicant must be a Himachali Bonafide candidate.
- Registration: Must be registered with the HPNRC (Himachal Pradesh Nursing Registration Council), Shimla.
Age Limit & Relaxation
- Minimum Age: 21 Years
- Maximum Age: 45 Years
- Cut-off Date: Age is calculated as of 01-01-2026.
- Age Relaxation: Age relaxation of 5 years is applicable for SC/ST/OBC/PwD/Employees of HP Govt/Ex-Servicemen, etc., as per Government rules.
5. Selection Process & Exam Structure
The selection process involves a screening examination followed by verification.
Selection Stages
- Computer Based Test (CBT) / Written Screening Test
- Document Verification
Exam Pattern
| Mode of Exam | Computer Based Test (CBT) or Offline Written Test |
| Total Marks | 120 Marks |
| Duration | 1.5 Hours (90 Minutes) |
| Negative Marking | Not specified in text (Standard rules may apply) |
Syllabus Highlights
While the detailed syllabus is in the official PDF, candidates should prepare for:
- Nursing Subjects (Fundamentals, Anatomy, Physiology, etc.)
- General Knowledge (Himachal Pradesh Specific)
- General English
- Reasoning
6. Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General | Rs. 360/- |
| SC / ST / OBC / BPL / EWS / WFF | Rs. 120/- |
| Ex-Servicemen (Normal Discharge) / Blind / Visually Impaired / Women | Nil |
Payment Mode: Online
7. How to Apply (Step-by-Step)
- Visit the official website: hprca.hp.gov.in
- Click on the link for Assistant Staff Nurse Recruitment 2026.
- If you are a new user, complete the One Time Registration (OTR) process.
- Log in and fill out the Online Recruitment Application (ORA) form carefully.
- Upload the required documents (Photo, Signature, Educational Certificates, HPNRC Registration, etc.).
- Pay the application fee online via Debit Card/Credit Card/Net Banking.
- Review all details and Submit the application before 05 March 2026.
- Take a printout of the application form for future reference and document verification.
8. Important Dates
- Notification Release Date: 10 February 2026
- Online Application Start Date: 12 February 2026
- Last Date to Apply Online: 05 March 2026
- Correction Window: Available for 7 days starting after 3 working days from the closing date.
- Exam Date: To be notified (Watch official website for updates)
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