HPRCA Recruitment 2025: Apply online for 842 Vacancies Announced for Assistant Staff Nurse (Female) & Patwari Posts

Himachal Pradesh Rajya Chayan Aayog (HPRCA), Hamirpur has announced two major recruitment notifications for a total of 842 posts across the state. This includes Assistant Staff Nurse (312 posts – only for female candidates) and Patwari (530 posts). Eligible candidates can apply online within the given timeline through the official recruitment portal.

This combined Unijobdex capsule brings all essential details together for easy reference.

1. Assistant Staff Nurse Recruitment 2025 (312 Posts – Only for Female Candidates)

Total Posts: 312

Category-wise distribution:

• General (UR): 128

• EWS: 32

• SC: 62

• ST: 13

• OBC: 99

(Includes BPL, WFF, Sports, and other subcategories as per state reservation rules.) HPRCA Assistant Staff Nurse Recruitment 2025 is available here.

Eligibility Criteria

Essential Qualification

• B.Sc Nursing from any recognized university
  OR

• GNM (General Nursing & Midwifery) Diploma with minimum 50% marks

Additional Requirements

• Must be female and Bonafide Himachali

• Must be registered with Himachal Pradesh Nurses Registration Council (HPNRC)

• Up-to-date registration at the time of documentation is mandatory

Age Limit

• 21 to 32 years

• Relaxations apply as per Himachal Pradesh government rules

Honorarium

• Rs. 25,000 per month (fixed)

• Engagement purely on a contract basis for 5 years

Mode of Selection

• Computer Based Test (CBT) / Written Screening Test

• 120 Objective-type questions

Syllabus

• Subjects related to Nursing (as per essential qualification)

• General Knowledge

• Himachal Pradesh GK

• Basic Hindi & English (Matric level)

• Everyday Science & Reasoning

2. Patwari Recruitment 2025 (530 Posts)

Total Posts: 530

Category-wise distribution includes:

• General (UR): 210

• EWS: 64

• SC (various sub-categories): 125

• ST (various sub-categories): 25

• OBC (various sub-categories): 84

(Includes WFF, BPL, Sports, and other subcategories as per norms.)

You may also apply for CSIR NAL Recruitment 2025 here.

Eligibility Criteria

Essential Qualification

• Must have passed 10+2 (Intermediate) or equivalent from a recognized board

Desirable Qualifications

• Knowledge of customs, manners, and dialects of Himachal Pradesh

• Basic knowledge of Computers

Age Limit

• 18 to 45 years, as on 01.01.2025

• Relaxations for SC/ST/OBC, Ex-servicemen, PwD, and HP Govt employees up to 5 years

Stipend

• Patwari posts are designated as “Job Trainee” with a fixed monthly stipend of:
  Rs. 12,500 per month

Mode of Selection

• CBT / Written Screening Test

• 120 Objective-type questions (1.5 hours)

Syllabus Structure

Section 1 – Subject Knowledge (up to 10+2 level): 85 questions
Section 2 – General areas: 35 questions

• Himachal Pradesh GK

• Current Affairs

• Everyday Science

• Logical Reasoning

• Social Science

• General Hindi (Matric level)

• General English (Matric level)

Normalization

For multi-shift CBT, HPRCA will use the Z-Score Normalization Method to ensure fairness.

3. Important Dates (Common to Both Posts)

4. Application Fee

Each candidate must pay:

• Rs. 700 – Examination Fee

• Rs. 100 – Processing Fee
  Total: Rs. 800/-

Correction window changes: Rs. 100 per correction

Payment Mode: Online only (Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking)

5. Important Instructions for Applicants

• Only online applications will be accepted; offline submissions are not considered.

• Candidates must be registered on the One Time Registration (OTR) portal to apply.

• Provide a working mobile number and email ID—no other communication mode is used.

• Upload clear scanned copies of photo, signature, certificates.

• Reserved category benefits apply only to Bonafide Himachali candidates.

• Keep category certificates valid throughout the selection process.

• Admit Cards must be downloaded from the official website—no postal dispatch.

• Candidates must bring all original certificates during documentation.

6. Helpline / Contact Information

HPRCA Reception Counter: 01972-222204
Email: [email protected]
Timings: 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM (Working Days)

Final Note from Unijobdex

This recruitment drive by HPRCA is one of the largest combined opportunities for female nursing professionals and young aspirants aiming for Patwari jobs in Himachal Pradesh. Candidates are strongly advised to apply early and ensure all documents, especially category certificates and HPNRC registration (for staff nurses), are in order.

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