Overview
The Himachal Pradesh Rajya Chayan Aayog has announced 234 Junior Office Assistant (IT) (Job Trainee) posts with a fixed salary of Rs. 12,500 per month. Eligible candidates (10+2 or equivalent with IT/ITES or a diploma) aged 18‑45 (with possible age relaxation for certain categories) can apply online between 27‑01‑2026 and 27‑02‑2026. The selection involves a computer‑based test and a typing test, with a total application fee of ₹800. The notification and application portal are available on the HPRCA website.
Key Details
- Organization
- Himachal Pradesh Rajya Chayan Aayog
- Qualification
- 10+2 from a recognized board or Matric with IT/ITES ITI certificate or a three‑year Diploma in Computer Engineering/Computer Science/IT from an AICTE‑approved Polytechnic with prescribed typing speed
- Vacancies
- 234
- Last date to apply
- 27-02-2026 11:59 PM
Important Dates
| advertisement_date | 21-01-2026 |
| opening_date | 27-01-2026 10:00 AM |
| closing_date | 27-02-2026 11:59 PM |
| eligibility_date | 27-02-2026 11:59 PM |
| correction_window_start | 03-03-2026 |
| correction_window_end | 09-03-2026 |
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Vacancy Details
Gen (UR): 84; EWS: 30; Gen (WFF): 3; SC (UR): 45; SC (BPL): 9; SC (WFF): 3; ST (UR): 9; ST (BPL): 3; OBC (UR): 39; OBC (BPL): 9
Selection Process
Computer Based Test (120 marks, 1½ hours) followed by a mandatory typing test (qualifying).
How to Apply
Sign up on the HPRCA portal to create a username and password., Complete the One‑Time Registration (OTR) by providing personal details, education, work experience, photo, signature and supporting documents., View available posts and click "Apply" for Junior Office Assistant (IT) (Job Trainee)., Select preferred exam district(s) from the dropdown., Review auto‑filled application details and confirm., Pay the application fee through the online payment gateway., Upload required certificates and documents as per the checklist., Submit the application; ensure all fields are correctly filled.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the important dates for HPRCA JOA IT Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 234 Posts?
advertisement date: 21-01-2026; opening date: 27-01-2026 10:00 AM; closing date: 27-02-2026 11:59 PM; eligibility date: 27-02-2026 11:59 PM; correction window start: 03-03-2026; correction window end: 09-03-2026
What is the application fee?
total fee: ₹800; breakdown: exam fee: ₹100; processing fee: ₹700; correction fee: ₹100; correction window: 7 days starting 03-03-2026
What is the age limit?
18 to 45 years as on 01/01/2026 (upper age relaxable by 5 years for specified HP categories)
What is the selection process?
Computer Based Test (120 marks, 1½ hours) followed by a mandatory typing test (qualifying).