The Himachal Pradesh Rajya Chayan Aayog (HPRCA), Hamirpur has increased the number of vacancies for the Assistant Staff Nurse post under Post Code 26044. According to the addendum dated August 25, 2026, the total number of vacancies has been increased from 312 to 780. The addition of 468 posts significantly increases the number of opportunities available under Post Code 26044. Candidates should refer to the revised vacancy details and continue to follow the official HPRCA website for further recruitment updates.
HPRCA Assistant Staff Nurse Recruitment 2026 Notification Out
The detailed notification for HPRCA Assistant Staff Nurse Recruitment 2026 has been made available, providing complete information about the recruitment process. Candidates can refer to it for details on eligibility, vacancies, application procedure, selection stages, pay scale, reservation rules, and other important instructions required for the recruitment.
HPRCA Assistant Staff Nurse Recruitment 2026 Overview
Candidates planning to apply for the HPRCA Assistant Staff Nurse Recruitment 2026 can check the important highlights of the recruitment process in the table below.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | Himachal Pradesh Rajya Chayan Aayog (HPRCA), Hamirpur |
| Advertisement No. | 12/2026 |
| Post Name | Assistant Staff Nurse |
| Post Code | 26044 |
| Recruiting Department | Director, Medical Education & Research, Himachal Pradesh |
| Total Vacancies | 312 (Tentative) |
| Job Type | Engagement Basis (5 Years) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Selection Process | CBT/OMR Screening Test, Document Verification |
| Monthly Honorarium | ₹25,000 |
| Official Website | hprca.hp.gov.in |
HPRCA Assistant Staff Nurse Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
Candidates should keep track of all important events related to the recruitment process to avoid missing any deadlines. The important dates announced by HPRCA are provided below.
| 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) |
| Eligibility Cut-off Date | 29 August 2026 |
| Correction Window | Four days after application closing date |
| Admit Card | To be notified |
| Screening Test | To be notified |
HPRCA Assistant Staff Nurse Increased Vacancy 2026
Initially, HPRCA had advertised 312 Assistant Staff Nurse posts under Post Code 26044 through Advertisement No. 12/2026 dated July 23, 2026. Subsequently, the Commission received a requisition for 468 additional posts from the Director, Medical Education & Research, Himachal Pradesh. The Commission has decided to club these additional vacancies with the existing recruitment. As a result, the total number of Assistant Staff Nurse vacancies has now increased to 780 posts.
The category-wise vacancy distribution for additional 468 posts are as follows:
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| General (UR) | 168 |
| EWS | 60 |
| General WFF | 6 |
| SC (UR) | 93 |
| SC (BPL) | 18 |
| SC WFF | 3 |
| ST (UR) | 18 |
| ST (BPL) | 6 |
| OBC (UR) | 75 |
| OBC (BPL) | 18 |
| OBC WFF | 3 |
| Total | 468 |
The revised vacancy distribution for the Department of Medical Education & Research is as follows:
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| General (UR) | 280 |
| EWS | 100 |
| General WFF | 10 |
| SC (UR) | 155 |
| SC (BPL) | 30 |
| SC WFF | 5 |
| ST (UR) | 30 |
| ST (BPL) | 10 |
| OBC (UR) | 125 |
| OBC (BPL) | 30 |
| OBC WFF | 5 |
| Total | 780 |
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HPRCA Assistant Staff Nurse Recruitment 2026 Apply Online
The HPRCA Assistant Staff Nurse Apply Online link is now active. Candidates can complete the One Time Registration (OTR) (if not already registered) and submit their online application form until 29 August 2026. Applicants should carefully verify all entered details and uploaded documents before the final submission, as applications will be accepted only through the online mode.
HPRCA Assistant Staff Nurse Apply Online Link – Active
HPRCA Assistant Staff Nurse Recruitment 2026 Application Fee
Candidates belonging to all categories are required to pay the prescribed application fee through online mode only. The fee once paid will not be refunded under any circumstances.
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| All Categories | ₹800 (₹100 Examination Fee + ₹700 Processing Fee) |
| Correction Fee | ₹100 |
Steps to Apply Online for HPRCA Assistant Staff Nurse Recruitment 2026
Candidates can follow the steps given below to complete the online application successfully.
- Visit the official HPRCA website.
- Complete the One Time Registration (OTR).
- Login using the registered credentials.
- Select the Assistant Staff Nurse Recruitment 2026 application link.
- Fill in the personal, educational, and communication details.
- Upload the recent passport-size photograph (maximum 1 MB).
- Upload the scanned signature (maximum 1 MB).
- Pay the application fee through the online payment gateway.
- Verify all entered information carefully.
- Submit the application form and download the confirmation page for future reference.
HPRCA Assistant Staff Nurse Eligibility Criteria 2026
Candidates must satisfy the prescribed educational qualification, age limit, domicile, registration, and other eligibility conditions before applying.
Educational Qualification
The educational qualification prescribed for the Assistant Staff Nurse post is provided below.
| Criteria | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Educational Qualification | B.Sc. Nursing with minimum 50% marks OR GNM (A Grade Nursing Diploma) with minimum 50% marks from a recognized institution |
| Gender | Female Candidates Only |
| Domicile | Bonafide Himachali |
| Registration | Registered with HPNRC, Shimla-06 |
| Additional Requirement | Candidates not possessing Bonafide Himachali status must have passed Matriculation and 10+2 from institutions situated in Himachal Pradesh |
Age Limit
The prescribed age limit shall be determined as on 01 January 2026.
| Criteria | Age |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 21 Years |
| Maximum Age | 45 Years |
Note: The notification’s policy annexure also mentions an age bracket of 21–32 years. Candidates are advised to refer to the official notification for clarification.
Age Relaxation
Upper age relaxation will be applicable according to Government of Himachal Pradesh rules.
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST/OBC (HP Domicile) | 5 Years |
| Persons with Disabilities | 5 Years |
| HP Government Employees | 5 Years |
| Ex-Servicemen | As per Government Rules |
HPRCA Assistant Staff Nurse Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
The selection process includes a written examination followed by document verification. Only candidates qualifying the screening test will be shortlisted for the next stage.
- Stage 1: Computer Based Test (CBT)
- Stage 2: Document Verification
HPRCA Assistant Staff Nurse Exam Pattern 2026
The screening examination will be conducted either in Computer Based Test (CBT) mode or through an OMR-based objective examination depending upon the number of applicants. Candidates should prepare according to the prescribed syllabus.
The section-wise examination details are provided below.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Mode of Examination | CBT/OMR |
| Type of Questions | Multiple Choice Questions |
| Total Questions | 120 |
| Total Marks | 120 |
| Duration | 90 Minutes |
| Marking Scheme | 1 Mark per Question |
| Minimum Qualifying Marks | 45% (General), 40% (Reserved Categories) |
HPRCA Assistant Staff Nurse Syllabus 2026
Candidates appearing for the HPRCA Assistant Staff Nurse Exam 2026 can check the subject-wise syllabus in the table below to understand the important topics covered in the CBT.
| Subject | Important Topics |
|---|---|
| Applied Anatomy & Physiology | Human body systems, respiratory, digestive, cardiovascular, nervous system, endocrine system |
| Nursing Foundation | Nursing process, infection control, first aid, patient care, documentation |
| Medical-Surgical Nursing | Cardiovascular, respiratory, gastrointestinal, renal disorders, emergency care |
| Pharmacology | Drug classification, dosage, adverse effects, routes of administration |
| Child Health Nursing | Growth & development, immunization, pediatric disorders |
| Midwifery & Obstetrics | Antenatal, intranatal, postnatal care, newborn care |
| Community Health Nursing | Primary health care, epidemiology, national health programmes |
| Mental Health Nursing | Psychiatric disorders, counselling, therapeutic communication |
| Psychology & Sociology | Human behaviour, personality, communication, culture |
| General Awareness | Current affairs, Himachal Pradesh GK, Everyday Science |
| General English & Hindi | Grammar, vocabulary, comprehension, sentence correction |
| Logical Reasoning | Analogy, coding-decoding, series, puzzles, blood relations |
HPRCA Assistant Staff Nurse Salary 2026
Selected candidates will be appointed on a 5-year engagement basis and will receive a fixed monthly honorarium of ₹25,000 instead of a regular government pay scale.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Engagement Period | 5 Years |
| Monthly Honorarium | ₹25,000 (Fixed) |
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