Himachal Pradesh Rajya Chayan Aayog (HPRCA), Hamirpur, has released Advertisement No. 03/2026 for direct recruitment of 390 Assistant Staff Nurse (Allopathy) posts purely on engagement basis in various State Government Medical Colleges under the Department of Medical Education & Research, Himachal Pradesh. This is a golden opportunity for eligible female candidates from Himachal Pradesh to join the health sector on a fixed monthly honorarium of ₹25,000 for an initial period of five years.
Key Highlights of HPRCA Assistant Staff Nurse Recruitment 2026:
- Total Posts: 390 (Category-wise breakup: Gen(UR)-140, EWS-50, Gen(WFF)-05, SC(UR)-77, SC(IRDP)-15, SC(WFF)-03, ST(UR)-15, ST(IRDP)-05, OBC(UR)-63, OBC(IRDP)-15, OBC(WFF)-02).
- Nature of Engagement: Purely on contract/engagement basis (not regular Govt job; no claim for regularization or absorption as regular Staff Nurse).
- Pay: Fixed consolidated honorarium of ₹25,000 per month for 5 years (as per policy dated 06.11.2025 & amendment dated 06.01.2026).
- Eligibility: Only female candidates who are bonafide Himachalis.
- Registration: Mandatory One-Time Registration (OTR) on HPRCA portal before applying.
- Application Mode: Strictly online via https://hprca.hp.gov.in – no offline applications accepted.
- Correction Window: Opens for 7 days after 3 working days from closing date (fee ₹100 applicable).
- Governing Policy: Recruitment & engagement strictly as per Notification No. HFW-B-A04/5/2025-Health-B-301504 dated 06.11.2025 (Annexure-A) and age amendment notification dated 06.01.2026.
This recruitment addresses the shortage of nursing staff in Himachal’s medical colleges and follows a transparent, merit-based process through Computer Based Test (CBT).
How to Apply for HPRCA Assistant Staff Nurse Recruitment 2026
Follow these steps to apply online for Assistant Staff Nurse posts:
- Visit the official website: https://hprca.hp.gov.in
- Complete One-Time Registration (OTR) if not already done (mandatory).
- Log in using your credentials and select the post (Post Code 26004 – Assistant Staff Nurse).
- Fill the Online Recruitment Application (ORA) form carefully with all required details.
- Upload scanned copies of required documents (Matric certificate, B.Sc Nursing/GNM marksheets & degree, HPNRC registration, category certificate if applicable, recent passport-size photo, signature).
- Pay the examination + processing fee of ₹800 online (via Credit/Debit Card, Net Banking).
- Preview and submit the form before 05 March 2026 (11:59 PM).
- Take printout of the submitted application form and keep all original certificates ready for document verification.
- Correction window opens later (7 days) – use it if needed (additional ₹100 fee).
Important: Apply well in advance to avoid last-minute rush. No offline or email applications accepted.
Important Dates for HPRCA Assistant Staff Nurse Recruitment 2026
- Advertisement Release Date: 10 February 2026
- Opening Date for Online Applications (ORA): 12 February 2026 (10:00 AM)
- Closing Date for Online Applications: 05 March 2026 (11:59 PM)
- Correction Window: Opens after 3 working days from closing date (7 days duration)
- Date for Determining Eligibility: 05 March 2026 (closing date)
- CBT/Written Screening Test Date: To be notified later
- Document Verification & Final Result: To be notified later
Application Fee Details for HPRCA Assistant Staff Nurse Recruitment 2026
- Examination Fee + Processing Fee: ₹800 for all categories (including General, SC/ST/OBC/EWS, etc.)
- Correction Fee (during correction window): ₹100
- Payment Mode: Online only through Credit Card / Debit Card / Net Banking
- Fee once paid is non-refundable under any circumstances.
Selection Process for HPRCA Assistant Staff Nurse Recruitment 2026
- Computer Based Test (CBT) / Written Screening Test: 120 marks, 1½ hours duration (objective type MCQs).
- Minimum Qualifying Marks: 45% (General), 40% (SC/ST/OBC/WFF) – relaxable up to 5% if needed.
- Normalization: Z-Score Method applied if multiple shifts.
- Merit List: Based on CBT marks.
- Document Verification: For shortlisted candidates (original certificates required).
- Final Selection: Merit-based; recommendations valid till appointments offered.
- Waiting Panel: Prepared category-wise (25% for up to 25 posts, 15% for 25-50 posts, 10% for above 50 posts).
- No claim for regularization – engagement only for 5 years under fixed honorarium policy.
Age Limit for HPRCA Assistant Staff Nurse Recruitment 2026
- Minimum Age: 21 years
- Maximum Age: 45 years (as on 01 January 2026)
- Age Relaxation: 5 years for SC/ST/OBC/PwD categories (bonafide Himachalis) as per Himachal Govt rules.
- Ex-Servicemen & other categories: Relaxation as per DOP instructions.
- Date for Age Calculation: 01 January 2026
Eligibility Criteria for HPRCA Assistant Staff Nurse Recruitment 2026
- Gender: Only female candidates.
- Domicile: Bonafide Himachali (must have passed Matriculation and 10+2 from any school/institution in Himachal Pradesh).
- Educational Qualification:
- B.Sc. Nursing with minimum 50% marks OR
- GNM (A Grade Nursing Diploma) with minimum 50% marks
- From a recognized University/Institution.
- Registration: Must be registered with Himachal Pradesh Nurses Registration Council (HPNRC), Shimla-06.
- Essential: Hindi/Sanskrit knowledge up to Matric level (as per rules).
- Date for Eligibility: Closing date i.e. 05 March 2026 (for qualification & experience if any).
Salary for HPRCA Assistant Staff Nurse Recruitment 2026
- Fixed Monthly Honorarium: ₹25,000 per month (consolidated).
- Duration: Initial engagement for 5 years (extendable on need basis).
- Other Benefits: Eligible for HIMCARE/Ayushman Bharat medical benefits; TA/DA for official tours as per rules.
- No regular pay scale, allowances, or pension – purely fixed honorarium basis (no claim for regularization or absorption as regular Staff Nurse).
FAQs – HPRCA Assistant Staff Nurse Recruitment 2026
Q1. How many posts are available in HPRCA Assistant Staff Nurse Recruitment 2026?
A: Total 390 posts (category-wise breakup provided in notification).
Q2. What is the last date to apply online?
A: 05 March 2026 (11:59 PM).
Q3. Is there any application fee?
A: Yes, ₹800 (examination + processing fee) for all categories.
Q4. Who can apply for Assistant Staff Nurse posts?
A: Only female bonafide Himachali candidates with B.Sc Nursing / GNM (50% marks) and HPNRC registration.
Q5. What is the age limit?
A: 21 to 45 years as on 01.01.2026 (relaxation for reserved categories).
Q6. What is the mode of selection?
A: Computer Based Test (CBT) / Written Screening Test + document verification.
Q7. Where to apply?
A: Only online at https://hprca.hp.gov.in
For latest updates, admit card, syllabus, answer key, result, and full notification PDF, visit https://hprca.hp.gov.in regularly. Prepare well – this is a significant recruitment for female nursing candidates in Himachal Pradesh! Apply before the deadline.
