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Assistant Staff Nurse-HPRCA Recruitment 2026- Himachal Pardesh Rajya Chayan Aayog (HPRCA), Hamirpur
Himachal Pradesh Rajya Chayan Aayog (HPRCA)
Himachal Pradesh Rajya Chayan Aayog (HPRCA)
Important Note / महत्वपूर्ण सूचना
Please read the entire job post and official notification carefully for complete details about eligibility and vacancies before applying.
आवेदन करने से पहले पात्रता और रिक्तियों के बारे में संपूर्ण विवरण के लिए पूरी जॉब पोस्ट और आधिकारिक अधिसूचना को ध्यान से पढ़ें।
B.Sc. Nursing or GNM (A Grade Nursing Diploma) with 50% marks from a recognised University or Institution; female; Himachali Bonafide; registered with Himachal Pradesh Nurses Registration Council (HPNRC), Shimla.
Age Limit: 21‑45 years (as on 1 January 2026)
The Himachal Pradesh Rajya Chayan Aayog (HPRCA) has released Advertisement No. 12/2026 for the post of Assistant Staff Nurse. This is a wonderful opportunity for female nursing candidates in the state who are seeking sarkari naukri with a stable income and the chance to serve patients under the Directorate of Medical Education and Research.
This recruitment is purely on an engagement (contract) basis for five years, offering a fixed monthly honorarium of ₹25,000. All applications must be submitted online through the HPRCA portal.
This guide walks you through the vacancy details, eligibility criteria, salary structure, selection process, and step‑by‑step application procedure, so you can submit a flawless application before the deadline.
Organization: Himachal Pradesh Rajya Chayan Aayog (HPRCA), Hamirpur
Post: Assistant Staff Nurse (Post Code 26044)
Total Vacancies: 312 posts
Engagement Period: Contract basis for 5 years
Monthly Honorarium: ₹25,000 (fixed)
Application Window: 30 July 2026 (10:00 AM) – 29 August 2026 (11:59 PM)
Nationality & Domicile: Female candidates only; must be bonafide Himachali residents
Registration: Must be registered with the Himachal Pradesh Nurses Registration Council (HPNRC), Shimla
The 312 vacancies are allocated across various reservation categories, including the Below Poverty Line (BPL) and Ward of Freedom Fighters (WFF) sub‑quotas as stipulated in the advertisement.
Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
General | 116 |
EWS | 40 |
OBC | 64 |
SC | 76 |
ST | 16 |
Total | 312 |
Before applying, ensure you meet all the prescribed eligibility conditions. The criteria are designed to select qualified female nursing professionals who are also bona fide residents of Himachal Pradesh and registered with the state’s nursing council.
Holders of a B.Sc. Nursing degree with at least 50 % marks from a recognized University or Institution.
Alternatively, candidates with a GNM (A Grade Nursing Diploma) with 50 % marks from a recognized University or Institution are eligible.
Only female candidates may apply.
Applicants must be Himachali Bonafide, i.e., they must possess a permanent residence certificate issued by the Himachal Pradesh government.
Candidates must be registered with the Himachal Pradesh Nurses Registration Council (HPNRC), Shimla. This ensures that only qualified nursing professionals are considered for the post.
The age of a candidate should be between 21 years and 45 years as on 1 January 2026. Age relaxations are provided for specific categories as per Himachal Pradesh government rules.
Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
SC, ST, OBC (HP domicile) | 5 years |
Persons with Disabilities (HP domicile) | 5 years |
HP Government Employees, Ex‑Servicemen of HP | 5 years |
Use the free Age Calculator on GovtJobsAlert.in to verify your age and check the exact relaxation you are entitled to before filing your application.
Selected candidates will receive a fixed monthly honorarium of ₹25,000. This amount is paid as a consolidated honorarium during the entire engagement period, which lasts for five years. The appointment is strictly on a contractual basis, meaning the Assistant Staff Nurse will not become a regular government employee but will enjoy a stable income and valuable experience in the healthcare sector under the Directorate of Medical Education and Research.
The entire selection is conducted through a single written screening test (Computer Based Test / OMR) followed by document verification. The test is designed to assess both professional nursing knowledge and general aptitude, ensuring that only well‑rounded candidates are shortlisted.
Maximum Marks: 120
Number of Questions: 120 (one‑mark each)
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Qualifying Marks:
General Category – 45 % (≥54 marks)
SC, ST, OBC, and Ward of Freedom Fighters – 40 % (≥48 marks)
The screening test paper covers a broad spectrum of subjects. The major components are:
Nursing Subjects: All topics up to the level of the essential qualification (B.Sc. Nursing or GNM)
General Knowledge: Includes current affairs and Himachal Pradesh‑specific GK.
Everyday Science & Logical Reasoning: Basic scientific concepts and reasoning ability.
Social Science: Indian polity, economy, and society.
General English and General Hindi: Matriculation level language proficiency.
If the exam is conducted in multiple shifts, the marks are normalised using the Z‑score method to maintain fairness across all sessions.
Applying for the HPRCA Assistant Staff Nurse post is a straightforward online process. Ensure you have all the required documents ready, and follow each step carefully to avoid rejections.
Complete your One Time Registration (OTR) on the HPRCA portal if you have not already done so.
Keep scanned copies of the following documents handy:
Scanned signature
Educational certificates (B.Sc. Nursing or GNM)
Registration proof with HPNRC, Shimla
Category certificate (if applicable)
Ensure your bank card or net banking details are ready for fee payment.
Visit the official HPRCA website (direct link is provided in the Essential Links section below).
Log in using your OTR credentials. If you are a new user, click on One Time Registration and fill in the required personal and educational details.
Navigate to the Online Recruitment Application (ORA) section and select the Assistant Staff Nurse advertisement.
Fill in all mandatory fields with correct information. Upload the scanned photograph, signature, and the required certificates in the prescribed format.
Review the entered data for any errors before proceeding.
Pay the application fee of ₹800 (Exam fee ₹100 + Processing fee ₹700) using Credit Card, Debit Card, or Net Banking.
After successful payment, submit the form.
A confirmation page will be displayed. Take a printed copy of this page for your records.
Event | Date |
|---|---|
Application Start Date | 30 July 2026 (10:00 AM) |
Last Date to Apply Online | 29 August 2026 (11:59 PM) |
The fee is uniform across all categories and comprises an examination fee and a processing fee.
Category | Fee |
|---|---|
All Categories | ₹800 (₹100 Exam + ₹700 Processing) |
Payment must be made online only. A correction fee of ₹100 applies if you utilize the correction window after submission.
This recruitment presents a golden opportunity for eligible female nursing professionals who want to serve the people of Himachal Pradesh while enjoying a fixed monthly honorarium of ₹25,000 for five years. The process is completely online, and the deadline of 29 August 2026 is just a few weeks away. Don’t wait until the last minute; start preparing for the screening test, gather your documents, and submit your application well before the closure date.
What is the last date to apply for Assistant Staff Nurse?
The last date to apply online is 29 August 2026 (11:59 PM). Ensure you submit your application before this time to avoid rejection.
What is the age limit and eligibility for Assistant Staff Nurse?
Candidates must be females, aged 21‑45 years as on 1 January 2026. Educational qualification is B.Sc. Nursing or GNM with 50 % marks, registration with HPNRC, Shimla, and must be a bonafide Himachali resident. Age relaxations of 5 years are available for SC, ST, OBC (HP domicile), PwD (HP domicile), HP government employees, and ex‑servicemen of HP.
How to apply online for Assistant Staff Nurse?
Visit the official HPRCA website, complete One Time Registration, log in, open the Online Recruitment Application, fill the form, upload photograph, signature, and required certificates, pay the fee of ₹800 online, submit the form, and print the confirmation page for your records.
Use the links below to apply online or download the official notification. Clicking these links will securely redirect you to the official recruitment website.
नीचे दिए गए लिंक का उपयोग करके ऑनलाइन आवेदन करें या आधिकारिक अधिसूचना डाउनलोड करें। इन लिंक पर क्लिक करने से आप आधिकारिक भर्ती वेबसाइट पर सुरक्षित रूप से पुनः निर्देशित होंगे।
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