The Himachal Pradesh Rajya Chayan Aayog (HPRCA), Hamirpur has released its official Advertisement No. 06/2025 dated 28 November 2025. This recruitment drive offers 270 vacancies across multiple departments including Junior Office Assistant (Library), Steno Typist (Trainee), and Special Educator posts.
Eligible candidates can apply online through the official website hprca.hp.gov.in from 04 December 2025 (10:00 AM) to 08 January 2026 (11:59 PM). No offline applications will be accepted.
📌 Overview of HPRCA Recruitment 2025
- Recruiting Authority: Himachal Pradesh Rajya Chayan Aayog (HPRCA), Hamirpur
- Advertisement Number: 06/2025
- Total Vacancies: 270
- Application Mode: Online only
- Application Dates: 04 December 2025 – 08 January 2026
- Correction Window: 7 days (opens 3 working days after closing date)
- Exam Fee: ₹100 + Processing Fee ₹700 = ₹800
📝 Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Post Code | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Special Educator (Pre-Primary to Class V) | 25022 | 108 |
| Special Educator (VI–XII) | 25023 | 83 |
| Junior Office Assistant (Library) | 25024 | 78 |
| Steno Typist (Trainee) | 25025 | 01 |
| Total | — | 270 |
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
1. Special Educator (Pre-Primary to Class V) – Post Code 25022
- Qualification:
- 10+2 with 50% marks OR Graduation in any stream
- D.Ed. in Special Education / D.El.Ed. with RCI approval & valid CRR number
- Six-month training in cross-disability inclusive education
- Pass in Teacher Eligibility Test (TET) conducted by HPBOSE or authorized agency
- Additional Requirement: Matric & 10+2 from HP institutions (except Bonafide Himachalis)
2. Special Educator (VI–XII) – Post Code 25023
- Qualification:
- Graduation with 50% marks
- B.Ed. (Special Education) or B.Ed. with RCI-approved diploma/certificate
- Six-month cross-disability training
- Pass in TET (HPBOSE or authorized agency)
- Relaxation: 5% marks relaxation for SC/ST/OBC/PH candidates
3. Junior Office Assistant (Library) – Post Code 25024
- Qualification:
- 10+2 with 50% marks + 1-year Diploma in Library Science OR
- Bachelor in Library Science/Information Science
- Additional Requirement: Matric & 10+2 from HP institutions (except Bonafide Himachalis)
4. Steno Typist (Trainee) – Post Code 25025
- Qualification:
- 10+2 from recognized board
- Shorthand speed: 60 WPM (English/Hindi)
- Typing speed: 25 WPM (English/Hindi)
- Knowledge of word processing in computers
- Condition: Must clear shorthand in second language within 3 years of appointment
📚 Selection Process
- Mode of Exam: Computer Based Test (CBT) / Written Screening Test
- Duration: 1.5 hours
- Total Marks: 120 (MCQs)
- 85 questions – Subject-specific (based on essential qualification)
- 35 questions – GK, Current Affairs, Everyday Science, Reasoning, Social Science, English & Hindi (Matric level)
- Qualifying Marks:
- General: 45%
- SC/ST/OBC/WFF: 40% (may be relaxed further if required)
💰 Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| Exam Fee | ₹100 |
| Processing Fee | ₹700 |
| Total | ₹800 |
| Correction Fee | ₹100 |
Payment Mode: Online via Credit/Debit Card or Net Banking
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Start of Online Applications | 04 December 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 08 January 2026 |
| Correction Window | After 11 January 2026 (for 7 days) |
📞 Facilitation Counter
For queries, candidates can contact:
- Phone: 01972-222204
- Email: hp-rca@hp.gov.in
- Timings: 10:00 AM – 05:00 PM (Working Days)
✅ How to Apply Online
- Visit hprca.hp.gov.in.
- Register on the One Time Registration (OTR) portal.
- Fill the Online Recruitment Application (ORA) form carefully.
- Upload scanned photo & signature (Max 1 MB, JPG/JPEG/PNG).
- Pay the application fee online.
- Submit and download the application form for future reference.