HPRCA Assistant Staff Nurse Recruitment 2026 Notification Out for 312 Posts, Apply Online
The Himachal Pradesh Rajya Chayan Aayog (HPRCA) has announced Assistant Staff Nurse Recruitment 2026 for 312 vacancies under the Department of Medical Education & Research, Himachal Pradesh. The recruitment is exclusively for eligible female candidates who are Himachali Bonafide residents. Selected candidates will be engaged for five years on a fixed monthly honorarium of Rs.25,000. Interested candidates fulfilling the eligibility criteria can apply online through the official HPRCA portal before the closing date.
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Main Information Eligibility Vacancy Details Selection Procedure Salary Structure Application Fees Important Links Important Instructions Required Documents FAQs| Organisation | Himachal Pradesh Rajya Chayan Aayog (HPRCA) |
| Department | Department of Medical Education & Research, Himachal Pradesh |
| Advertisement No. | 12/2026 |
| Post Name | Assistant Staff Nurse |
| Post Code | 26044 |
| Total Vacancies | 312 |
| Job Type | Engagement Basis (5 Years) |
| Job Location | Himachal Pradesh |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Opening Date | 30 July 2026 (10:00 AM) |
| Closing Date | 29 August 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Age Limit | 21 to 45 Years (as on 01 January 2026) |
| Salary | Fixed Monthly Honorarium of Rs.25,000 |
| Selection Process | Computer Based Test/Written Screening Test, Document Verification |
| Official Website | https://hprca.hp.gov.in |
| Nationality | Candidate must be an Indian Citizen and a Bonafide Himachali Female. |
| Gender | Only Female candidates are eligible to apply. |
| Age Limit | 21 to 45 years as on 01 January 2026. |
| Age Relaxation | Applicable for reserved categories as per Himachal Pradesh Government rules. |
| Educational Qualification | 10+2 (preferably with Science) from a recognized Board of School Education. |
| Professional Qualification | B.Sc. Nursing/Post Basic B.Sc. Nursing or GNM (General Nursing & Midwifery) from a recognized Institution/University. |
| Registration | Must be registered with the Himachal Pradesh Nurses Registration Council. |
| Desirable Qualification | Knowledge of customs, manners and dialects of Himachal Pradesh and suitability for appointment under the prevailing conditions of the State. |
| Particular | Details |
| Mode of Examination | Computer Based Test (CBT) / Written Screening Test |
| Question Type | Objective Type Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) |
| Exam Language | As prescribed by HPRCA |
| Selection Stage | Single Written Screening Test followed by Document Verification |
| Negative Marking | As per HPRCA recruitment rules, if applicable |
| Qualifying Criteria | Candidates must secure the minimum qualifying marks prescribed by HPRCA |
| Final Merit | Prepared on the basis of marks obtained in the recruitment examination subject to verification of eligibility documents |
| Category | Vacancies |
| UR | 130 |
| SC | 63 |
| ST | 11 |
| OBC | 52 |
| EWS | 31 |
| Total | 312 |
| Stage 1 | Computer Based Test (CBT) or Written Screening Test |
| Stage 2 | Document Verification |
| Merit List | Final merit shall be prepared on the basis of marks obtained in the recruitment examination and verification of eligibility documents. |
| Final Appointment | Appointment will be made by the Department of Medical Education & Research, Himachal Pradesh after successful verification of all required documents. |
| Particular | Details |
| Employment Type | Engagement Basis for Five Years |
| Monthly Honorarium | Rs.25,000/- Fixed |
| Dearness Allowance (DA) | Not Applicable |
| House Rent Allowance (HRA) | Not Applicable |
| Other Allowances | As per Government of Himachal Pradesh engagement policy, if applicable |
| Category | Application Fee |
| General / EWS | Rs.400/- |
| SC / ST / OBC / EWS (BPL) | Rs.325/- |
| Ex-Servicemen (Himachal Pradesh) | No Fee |
| Mode of Payment | Online |
| Application Mode | Applications will be accepted through Online Recruitment Application (ORA) mode only. |
| Application Period | Online applications can be submitted from 30 July 2026 (10:00 AM) to 29 August 2026 (11:59 PM). |
| Eligibility | Candidates must ensure that they fulfill all eligibility conditions before submitting the application. |
| Document Verification | Original certificates and testimonials must be produced during document verification. |
| Registration | Candidates must possess a valid registration certificate issued by the Himachal Pradesh Nurses Registration Council. |
| Single Application | Candidates should submit only one application for the notified post. |
| False Information | Providing false information or forged documents will lead to cancellation of candidature and legal action. |
| Application Fee | The application fee once paid shall not be refunded under any circumstances. |
| Admit Card | Admit cards and examination schedule will be released only on the official HPRCA website. |
| Updates | Candidates should regularly visit the official HPRCA website for corrigendum, examination notices and further recruitment updates. |
| Print Application | Candidates should retain a printed copy of the submitted online application form for future reference. |
| Document | Requirement |
| Recent Passport Size Photograph | Scanned colour passport-size photograph |
| Signature | Scanned signature in the prescribed format |
| Matriculation Certificate | Proof of Date of Birth |
| 10+2 Certificate | Educational qualification certificate |
| B.Sc. Nursing / Post Basic B.Sc. Nursing / GNM Certificate | Professional qualification certificate |
| HP Nurses Registration Council Certificate | Valid Registration Certificate |
| Category Certificate | SC/ST/OBC/EWS certificate, wherever applicable |
| Bonafide Himachali Certificate | Valid Bonafide Certificate issued by the competent authority |
| BPL Certificate | Applicable for candidates claiming BPL reservation |
| Ex-Servicemen Certificate | Applicable, if claiming reservation |
| Valid Photo Identity Proof | Aadhaar Card/PAN Card/Voter ID/Driving Licence/Passport |
| Printed Online Application | Keep a copy of the submitted application form for future reference |
| Official Website | Click Here |
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Official Notification PDF | Click Here |
| How many vacancies are available in HPRCA Assistant Staff Nurse Recruitment 2026? | A total of 312 Assistant Staff Nurse vacancies have been announced. |
| Who can apply for HPRCA Assistant Staff Nurse Recruitment 2026? | Eligible female Bonafide Himachali candidates possessing the prescribed Nursing qualification and HP Nurses Registration Council registration can apply. |
| What is the last date to apply online? | The last date for submitting the Online Recruitment Application is 29 August 2026. |
| What is the age limit for Assistant Staff Nurse Recruitment 2026? | Candidates should be between 21 and 45 years of age as on 01 January 2026. Age relaxation is applicable as per Government rules. |
| What is the salary for Assistant Staff Nurse? | Selected candidates will receive a fixed monthly honorarium of Rs.25,000 during the five-year engagement period. |
| What is the selection process? | Selection consists of a Computer Based Test/Written Screening Test followed by Document Verification. |
| Is HP Nurses Registration Council registration mandatory? | Yes. Candidates must possess a valid registration with the Himachal Pradesh Nurses Registration Council. |
