Himachal Pradesh Rajya Chayan Aayog (HPRCA), Hamirpur has released a notification for the engagement of Assistant Staff Nurse purely on contract basis. Only female candidates are eligible to apply. Total vacancies: 390 posts. Online application portal opens from 12 February 2026 (10:00 AM) to 05 March 2026 (11:59 PM). Candidates must possess B.Sc Nursing / GNM with 50% marks. Read the complete notification for age relaxation, syllabus, and selection procedure.
| Recruitment Authority | Himachal Pradesh Rajya Chayan Aayog (HPRCA), Hamirpur |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Assistant Staff Nurse (Female Only) |
| Advt. No. | 03/2026 |
| Application Mode | ONLINE @ https://hprca.hp.gov.in |
| Job Location | Himachal Pradesh (Various Departments) |
| Total Vacancies | 390 (Statewide) |
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start Date | 12 February 2026 (10:00 AM) |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 05 March 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 05 March 2026 (up to 11:59 PM) |
| Application Correction Window | 08 March 2026 to 15 March 2026 |
| Exam Date (Tentative) | 30 June 2026 |
| Admit Card Availability | Before Exam (on portal) |
⚠️ Notification PDF available on official website → Recruitment section. Direct link not provided due to dynamic content.
| Post Name | Department / District Wise | Total Vacancies | Eligibility (Educational) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assistant Staff Nurse | All HP Districts (Details in Notification) | 390 | • B.Sc Nursing with minimum 50% marks • OR GNM (A Grade Nursing Diploma) with 50% marks • Registered with HP Nursing Council/INC |
Note: Only female candidates are eligible. For department-wise break-up, refer to official notification (Advt. No. 03/2026).
| Category | Application Fee | Correction Fee |
|---|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS / Other State | ₹ 800/- | ₹ 100/- (additional) |
| SC / ST / PH of HP | ₹ 800/- (No concession) | |
| Payment Mode: Online – Net Banking, Debit Card, Credit Card, UPI. Pay fee before 05 March 2026. | ||
| Age Limit (as on 01/01/2026) | Minimum: 21 Years | Maximum: 45 Years Age relaxation as per HP Government norms (SC/ST/OBC/PwBD – see notification). |
|---|---|
| Educational Qualification | • B.Sc (Nursing) with 50% aggregate from recognized University/Institute. • OR GNM (A Grade) diploma with 50% marks. • Registration must be valid in Himachal Pradesh or eligible for reciprocity. |
| Gender | Only Female candidates can apply. |
- Stage 1 – Written Examination (Objective Type): 100 marks. Subjects: Nursing, General Knowledge, Reasoning. Details in official brochure.
- Stage 2 – Document Verification: Candidates shortlisted in ratio 1:3 will be called for verification.
- Stage 3 – Medical Examination: As per HP health standards.
- Merit List: Based on written exam marks. No interview.
| Subject | Number of Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nursing (Diploma/Degree level) | 80 | 80 | 2 Hours (120 min) |
| General Knowledge & HP Specific | 15 | 15 | |
| Reasoning & Aptitude | 5 | 5 | |
| Total Questions: 100 | Total Marks: 100 | Negative Marking: Not Mentioned (Refer PDF) | |||
* Exam pattern sourced from previous HPRCA nursing recruitment; official pattern in notification may vary. Check PDF.
| Subject | Syllabus Topics / Reference |
|---|---|
| Nursing | Not mentioned in summary. Refer to the detailed advertisement (Advt. 03/2026) on HPRCA website. |
| General Knowledge | Current Affairs, Indian Constitution, HP History, Geography, Culture – Not specified. |
| Reasoning | Analogies, Coding-Decoding, Blood Relations – Not detailed. |
Official notification PDF must be referred for complete syllabus.
Admit Card: Released before exam (tentatively 2 weeks prior). Candidates can download from https://hprca.hp.gov.in using registration ID and password.
Result Declaration: Expected within 45 days after exam. Merit list published in PDF format. No separate intimation by post.
- Visit official website https://hprca.hp.gov.in and click on “Apply Online for Advt. No. 03/2026”.
- Register with email and mobile; note down system-generated registration number.
- Fill the ORA (Online Recruitment Application) with personal, educational, and address details.
- Upload scanned documents: photo (max 50KB), signature (max 20KB), certificates (as per specifications).
- Pay application fee (₹800) + correction fee if applicable via online gateway.
- Preview the form and final submit. Do not miss correction window (08-15 Mar).
- Take printout of finally submitted application with fee receipt for future reference.
| Document | Format / Size | Remarks |
|---|---|---|
| Recent Passport Size Photograph (with name & date) | JPG/JPEG, 20-50 KB | White background |
| Signature (Hindi/English) | JPG, 10-20 KB | On white paper |
| B.Sc / GNM Marksheet & Certificate | PDF, 100-300 KB | 50% minimum |
| Nursing Council Registration | PDF, 100-200 KB | Valid at application date |
| Class 10 / DOB Proof | PDF, 100-200 KB | For age verification |
| Caste/EWS/PwBD certificate (if any) | PDF, 100-200 KB | As per format |
| Residential/Domicile (HP) | PDF, 100-200 KB | For HP quota |
- Only female candidates are eligible; male candidates need not apply.
- Incomplete applications or incorrect photo/signature will be rejected without intimation.
- Keep a copy of the application and fee receipt until recruitment process ends.
- Correction window is one-time; no edit request after 15 March 2026.
- Mobile number and email must be active for all communication.
- No TA/DA for written exam / document verification.
Selected candidates will be engaged in various hospitals, community health centers, and dispensaries under Directorate of Health Services, Himachal Pradesh. This engagement offers a fixed emolument (as per HP norms) with allowance for professional growth. After contract period, candidates may appear for regular HPSSSB nursing officer exams. The experience gained in HPRCA contract is valuable for state and central nursing services.
| Purpose | Direct Link / Button |
|---|---|
| 📝 Apply Online (HPRCA Login) | ➡️ HPRCA Staff Nurse Apply 2026 |
| 📄 Download Notification PDF | 📁 Notification – Official Portal |
| 🏛️ Official Website – HPRCA | 🌐 hprca.hp.gov.in |
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