HPRCA Clerk Recruitment 2026, Apply Online for 40 Posts

The Himachal Pradesh Rajya Chayan Aayog (HPRCA) has invited online applications for Clerk (Job Trainee) posts under Advertisement No. 13/2026. The recruitment drive is being conducted for 40 vacancies under the Department of Personnel, Secretariat Administration Services-I.

The HPRCA Clerk Recruitment 2026 application process started on August 14, 2026, and eligible candidates can submit their applications online until September 11, 2026. Candidates should complete the application process before the deadline to avoid last-minute issues.

HPRCA Clerk Recruitment 2026: Highlights

The following table covers the key details of the HPRCA Clerk Recruitment 2026, including the post, vacancy, application dates, fee and official website.

HPRCA Clerk Vacancy 2026

HPRCA has announced 40 Clerk (Job Trainee) vacancies under the current recruitment drive. The number of vacancies is tentative and may be increased or decreased according to the recruitment requirements.

Candidates interested in the post should check the official notification for category-wise vacancy details before submitting the application.

HPRCA Clerk Eligibility Criteria 2026

Candidates must meet the prescribed educational and skill requirements for the Clerk post.

Educational Qualification

Candidates should have:

• A Bachelor's degree in any stream from a recognised university or institution.
• The required typing proficiency on a computer.
• 30 words per minute in English typing, or
• 25 words per minute in Hindi typing.

Candidates should ensure that they possess the required qualification by the closing date of the online application.

HPRCA Clerk Age Limit 2026

The prescribed age limit for the HPRCA Clerk Recruitment 2026 is 18 to 45 years as on January 1, 2026.

Age relaxation will be applicable to eligible reserved categories according to the rules mentioned in the recruitment notification.

HPRCA Clerk Application Fee 2026

The total application fee for the HPRCA Clerk Recruitment 2026 is INR 800 for candidates across categories. The fee includes the examination and processing charges.

The application fee can be paid through the online payment modes available on the HPRCA portal. The correction facility carries a fee of INR 100.

HPRCA Clerk Important Dates 2026

Candidates can check the major dates related to the recruitment in the table below. The examination date has not been announced yet and will be notified separately by HPRCA.

The application window will close on September 11, 2026. Candidates are advised not to wait until the final hours to submit their applications.

HPRCA Clerk Selection Process 2026

The selection process will consist of a written screening examination followed by a typing skill test and document verification.

The expected selection stages are:

• Computer-Based Test (CBT) or written screening test
• Typing Skill Test
• Document Verification

The screening test will carry 120 marks and will have a duration of 90 minutes. The typing test will be qualifying in nature.

For examinations conducted in multiple shifts, HPRCA may use the Z-Score method for score normalization.

HPRCA Clerk Salary 2026

Selected candidates for the Clerk (Job Trainee) post will receive a consolidated fixed amount of INR 12,500 per month under the Job Trainee Scheme-2025.

The recruitment is for the job trainee position, and candidates should check the official notification for the applicable service conditions and other details.

How to Apply for HPRCA Clerk Recruitment 2026

Eligible candidates can follow these steps to submit the HPRCA Clerk application form:

1. Visit the official HPRCA website.
2. Complete the required One Time Registration (OTR), if applicable.
3. Log in to the recruitment portal.
4. Select the Clerk (Job Trainee), Post Code 26045 application.
5. Enter the required personal and educational details.
6. Upload the required documents.
7. Pay the INR 800 application fee.
8. Review all details carefully.
9. Submit the application form.
10. Download and save a copy of the submitted application for future reference.

The official HPRCA website provides access to recruitment advertisements, application services, notices, results and other recruitment-related information.

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