Overview
Himachal Pradesh Rajya Chayan Aayog (HPRCA), Hamirpur has released a recruitment notification for the post of Clerk (Job Trainee) (40 vacancies). Eligible candidates can apply online (ora) before 11.09.2026 (11:59 PM).
Key Details
- Organization
- Himachal Pradesh Rajya Chayan Aayog (HPRCA), Hamirpur
- Qualification
- Candidates applying for HPRCA Clerk Recruitment 2026 must meet the educational qualification, typing speed, and domicile-linked schooling conditions given below. Eligibility is assessed as on 11.09.2026, the closing date for submission of the ORA.
- Vacancies
- 40
- Advertisement No
- 13/2026
- Posted
- 14.08.2026 (10:00 AM)
- Last date to apply
- 11.09.2026 (11:59 PM)
Important Dates
| Advertisement Date | 07.08.2026 |
| Application Start Date | 14.08.2026 (10:00 AM) |
| Application Last Date | 11.09.2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Correction Fee (during 4-day correction window) | ₹100/- |
Eligibility
Candidates applying for HPRCA Clerk Recruitment 2026 must meet the educational qualification, typing speed, and domicile-linked schooling conditions given below. Eligibility is assessed as on 11.09.2026, the closing date for submission of the ORA.
Age Limit
• Minimum age: 18 years • Maximum age: 45 years • Age will be reckoned as on 01.01.2026 • Upper age relaxation of up to 5 years is permissible for candidates belonging to Scheduled Caste, Scheduled Tribe and Other Backward Classes who are domiciles of Himachal Pradesh, Persons with Disabilities, employees of the Himachal Pradesh Government, and Ex-servicemen of Himachal Pradesh, as per the general or special order(s) of the Department of Personnel, Government of Himachal Pradesh Before submitting the application, candidates are advised to verify that they meet the required age criteria. Use our Age Calculator to calculate your exact age as per the official cut-off date.
Salary
Selected candidates will be engaged as a Job Trainee under the Job Trainee Scheme-2025 (notified by the Department of Personnel vide notification No. PER(AP)-C-B(15)-3/2024 dated 19.07.2025, and a subsequent letter dated 26.09.2025) and will receive a consolidated fixed amount of ₹12,500/- per month. A detailed regular pay scale/pay band structure beyond this consolidated Job Trainee amount is not specified in the notification.
Application Fee
All categories of candidates are required to pay the same fee for HPRCA Clerk Recruitment 2026, payable only through the online payment gateway. Category: Fee Examination Fee: ₹100/- Processing Fee: ₹700/- Total Fee (all categories): ₹800/- Correction Fee (during 4-day correction window): ₹100/- Payment can be made using Credit Card, Debit Card or Net Banking. No other mode of payment is accepted, and the fee once paid is neither refunded nor held in reserve for any other examination.
Selection Process
Computer Based Test (CBT)/written screening test + qualifying typing skill test
How to Apply
• Sign Up: Register on the HPRCA portal (hprca.hp.gov.in) by creating a username and password • One-Time Registration (OTR): Complete OTR by providing personal information, educational qualifications, work experience (if any), a recent photograph and signature, and relevant supporting documents • Complete/Update Profile: Ensure the profile is complete before applying; existing users can edit details such as qualification or contact information • Apply for the Post: View the list of available posts on the HPRCA portal and click "Apply" against the Clerk post • Select Preferred Exam District: Choose preferred district(s) for the examination from the dropdown menu (subject to availability of centre/nodes) • Confirm Application Details: Review the auto-filled application form before proceeding • Pay Application Fee: Pay ₹800/- through the available online payment gateway (Credit Card/Debit Card/Net Banking) • Submission Confirmation: After successful payment, the application is considered complete The downloaded/printed copy of the online application, along with necessary original certificates and self-attested photocopies, must be produced at the time of document verification. No offline application form is accepted.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the important dates for HPRCA Clerk Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 40 Posts?
Advertisement Date: 07.08.2026; Application Start Date: 14.08.2026 (10:00 AM); Application Last Date: 11.09.2026 (11:59 PM); Correction Fee (during 4-day correction window): ₹100/-
What is the application fee?
All categories of candidates are required to pay the same fee for HPRCA Clerk Recruitment 2026, payable only through the online payment gateway. Category: Fee Examination Fee: ₹100/- Processing Fee: ₹700/- Total Fee (all categories): ₹800/- Correction Fee (during 4-day correction window): ₹100/- Payment can be made using Credit Card, Debit Card or Net Banking. No other mode of payment is accepted, and the fee once paid is neither refunded nor held in reserve for any other examination.
What is the age limit?
• Minimum age: 18 years • Maximum age: 45 years • Age will be reckoned as on 01.01.2026 • Upper age relaxation of up to 5 years is permissible for candidates belonging to Scheduled Caste, Scheduled Tribe and Other Backward Classes who are domiciles of Himachal Pradesh, Persons with Disabilities, employees of the Himachal Pradesh Government, and Ex-servicemen of Himachal Pradesh, as per the general or special order(s) of the Department of Personnel, Government of Himachal Pradesh Before submitting the application, candidates are advised to verify that they meet the required age criteria. Use our Age Calculator to calculate your exact age as per the official cut-off date.
What is the selection process?
Computer Based Test (CBT)/written screening test + qualifying typing skill test