HPRCA Assistant Staff Nurse Recruitment 2026
The Himachal Pradesh Rajya Chayan Aayog (HPRCA), Hamirpur has released the HPRCA Assistant Staff Nurse Recruitment 2026 Notification for 312 Assistant Staff Nurse (ASN) vacancies under the Director, Medical Education & Research, Himachal Pradesh.
As per Advertisement No. 12/2026 dated 23 July 2026, eligible female candidates can submit their Online Recruitment Application (ORA) through the official HPRCA portal. The online application process will begin on 30 July 2026 and remain open until 29 August 2026.
Candidates planning to apply should carefully check the eligibility criteria, important dates, vacancy distribution, application fee, selection process, and application steps before submitting their forms.
HPRCA Assistant Staff Nurse Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Himachal Pradesh Rajya Chayan Aayog (HPRCA), Hamirpur |
| Advertisement No. | 12/2026 |
| Post Name | Assistant Staff Nurse |
| Post Code | 26044 |
| Total Vacancies | 312 |
| Eligible Candidates | Female Candidates Only |
| Application Mode | Online (ORA) |
| Registration Starts | 30 July 2026 (10:00 AM) |
| Last Date to Apply | 29 August 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Educational Qualification | B.Sc. Nursing / GNM with 50% Marks |
| Age Limit | 21 to 45 Years (as on 01.01.2026) |
| Selection Process | Computer Based Test / Written Screening Test |
| Official Website | https://hprca.hp.gov.in |
HPRCA Assistant Staff Nurse Notification 2026
HPRCA has officially published the Assistant Staff Nurse Notification 2026 inviting online applications for 312 vacancies. The notification contains complete information regarding eligibility conditions, reservation-wise vacancies, examination process, application procedure, and important instructions for applicants.
Interested candidates should carefully read the official notification before applying online.
HPRCA Assistant Staff Nurse Download Notification 2026 PDF
Important Dates
Candidates should complete their online registration within the scheduled timeline.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 23 July 2026 |
| Online Application Starts | 30 July 2026 (10:00 AM) |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 29 August 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Correction Window | 4 days after the closing date (subject to fee) |
HPRCA Assistant Staff Nurse Vacancy 2026
A total of 312 vacancies have been announced under different reservation categories.
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| General (Unreserved) | 112 |
| EWS | 40 |
| General (Wards of Freedom Fighters) | 4 |
| OBC (Unreserved) | 50 |
| OBC (BPL) | 12 |
| OBC (Wards of Freedom Fighters) | 2 |
| SC (Unreserved) | 62 |
| SC (BPL) | 12 |
| SC (Wards of Freedom Fighters) | 2 |
| ST (Unreserved) | 12 |
| ST (BPL) | 4 |
| Total | 312 |
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must satisfy all eligibility requirements before submitting the online application.
Educational Qualification
Applicants must possess either of the following qualifications:
- B.Sc. Nursing with 50% marks, or
- GNM (A Grade Nursing Diploma) with 50% marks from a recognized University/Institution.
Gender Eligibility
- Only Female Candidates are eligible.
Domicile Requirement
Applicants must be:
- Himachali Bonafide.
Registration Requirement
Candidates must be:
- Registered with HPNRC, Shimla-06.
Age Limit
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 21 Years |
| Maximum Age | 45 Years |
| Age Calculation Date | 01 January 2026 |
Age Relaxation
The upper age limit is relaxable by 5 years for:
- Scheduled Caste (SC)
- Scheduled Tribe (ST)
- Other Backward Classes (OBC)
- Persons with Disabilities domiciled in Himachal Pradesh
- Himachal Pradesh Government employees
- Ex-servicemen of Himachal Pradesh
The relaxation is applicable as per the Government of Himachal Pradesh orders.
Application Fee
Applicants must pay the examination and processing fee through the online payment gateway.
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Examination Fee | ₹100 |
| Processing Fee | ₹700 |
| Total Application Fee | ₹800 |
| Correction Fee (if applicable) | ₹100 |
Payment Mode
Payment can be made through:
- Credit Card
- Debit Card
- Net Banking
No other payment mode will be accepted.
Documents Required
During the One-Time Registration (OTR), candidates need to upload:
- Recent Photograph
- Signature
- Educational Qualification Documents
- Supporting Documents
- Work Experience Details (if applicable)
How to Apply Online for HPRCA Assistant Staff Nurse Recruitment 2026
Candidates can complete the online application by following these steps.
Step 1
Register on the HPRCA portal using the Sign Up option and create a username and password.
Step 2
Complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) by entering:
- Personal details
- Educational qualifications
- Work experience (if any)
- Photograph
- Signature
- Supporting documents
Step 3
Complete or update your profile.
Step 4
Go to the available recruitment section and click Apply against the Assistant Staff Nurse post.
Step 5
Select your preferred examination district from the available options.
Step 6
Review the auto-generated application form carefully.
Step 7
Pay the required application fee of ₹800 through the online payment gateway.
Step 8
After successful payment, the application process will be completed.
Selection Process
The recruitment process consists of a Computer Based Test (CBT) / Written Screening Test.
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Test Type | Computer Based Test / Written Screening Test |
| Total Marks | 120 |
| Total Questions | 120 Multiple Choice Questions |
| Marks Per Question | 1 |
| Duration | 1½ Hours |
Exam Syllabus
The examination includes questions from:
- Subjects related to the prescribed essential qualification
- General Knowledge
- General Knowledge of Himachal Pradesh
- Current Affairs
- Everyday Science
- Logical Reasoning
- Social Science
- General English (Matric Standard)
- General Hindi (Matric Standard)
Minimum Qualifying Marks
| Category | Minimum Marks |
|---|---|
| General | 45% |
| SC/ST/OBC/Wards of Freedom Fighters | 40% |
The qualifying marks are subject to relaxation as decided by the Aayog in specified circumstances.
Important Highlights
- Total Vacancies: 312
- Post Name: Assistant Staff Nurse
- Female Candidates Only
- Online Application Mode
- Registration begins 30 July 2026
- Last Date to Apply 29 August 2026
- Selection through Computer Based Test/Written Screening Test
- Engagement period is five years on a fixed monthly honorarium
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. How many vacancies are available in HPRCA Assistant Staff Nurse Recruitment 2026?
A total of 312 vacancies have been announced.
Q2. Who can apply for this recruitment?
Only female candidates who are Himachali Bonafide, registered with HPNRC Shimla-06, and possess the required nursing qualification with 50% marks are eligible.
Q3. When will the online application process begin?
The online application process starts on 30 July 2026 at 10:00 AM.
Q4. What is the last date to apply online?
Candidates can submit their online application until 29 August 2026 (11:59 PM).
Q5. What is the selection process?
Selection will be based on a Computer Based Test/Written Screening Test carrying 120 marks.
