HPRCA Patwari Recruitment 2025 - Apply Online for 530 Posts

Himachal Pradesh Rajya Chayan Aayog (HPRCA)  has released an official notification for the recruitment of 530 Patwari Posts. Interested and eligible candidates can apply Online through the official HPRCA website. The last date to submit the application form is 16-01-2026. In this article, you’ll find the HPRCA Patwari Posts recruitment details, including eligibility criteria, age limit, salary structure, selection process, application steps, and direct links to the official notification and Online application form.

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HPRCA Patwari (Job-Trainee) Recruitment 2025 Overview

HPRCA Patwari (Job-Trainee) Recruitment 2025 Vacancy Details

Category-wise Vacancy Breakup:

Note:

• The cadre of the Job Trainee (Patwari) will be 'State Cadre' in terms of policy notified vide Notification No. Rev-S(A)3-2/2022-1 dated 22.02.2025.
• Number of vacancies and reservation of post is liable to be altered without any notice.

Eligibility Criteria

Essential Qualifications:

• Should have passed 10+2 Examination or its equivalent from a recognized board of School Education/University.

Desirable Qualifications:

• Knowledge of customs, manners and dialects of Himachal Pradesh and suitability for appointment in the peculiar conditions prevailing in the Pradesh.
• Knowledge of Computer.

Experience:

• No prior experience required.

Salary/Stipend

• Consolidated Fixed Amount: ₹12,500/- Per Month
• The salary is provided during the Job-Trainee period.

Age Limit (as on 01-01-2025)

• Minimum Age: 18 years
• Maximum Age: 45 years
• Age Relaxation: Upper age limit for candidates belonging to Scheduled Caste, Scheduled Tribe and Other Backward Classes, Persons with Disabilities categories who are domiciles of Himachal Pradesh and for the employees of Himachal Pradesh Government and Ex-servicemen of Himachal Pradesh shall be relaxable upto five (05) years.

Application Fee

• Mode of Payment: Online Payment Gateway using Credit Card/Debit Card/Net Banking only.
• Note: The candidates of all categories shall be required to pay the examination and processing fees.
• Examination and processing fee once paid will not be refunded under any circumstances.

Important Dates

Selection Process

• Mode of Examination: Computer Based Test (CBT) or Written Screening Test (OMR) as decided by the Aayog.
• Total Marks: 120 Marks
• Duration: 1½ hours (one and a half hours)
• Type of Questions: Objective Type Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
• Number of Questions: 120 Questions (Each question carries 1 mark)

Syllabus Distribution:

• Subjects/Fields (85 Questions): Questions up to the level of prescribed essential qualification (10+2 level)
• General Section (35 Questions):
  • General Knowledge including General Knowledge of Himachal Pradesh
  • Current Affairs
  • Everyday Science
  • Logical Reasoning
  • Social Science
  • General English of Matric Standard
  • General Hindi of Matric Standard

Minimum Qualifying Marks:

• General Category: 45% marks (May be relaxed up to 40% if candidates securing prescribed percentage are less than advertised posts)
• SC/ST/OBC/WFF Categories: 40% marks (May be relaxed up to 35% if candidates securing prescribed percentage are less than advertised posts)

Normalization:

• In case of multiple shifts CBT examination, the score of candidates shall be normalized using Z-Score Method (Mean and Standard Deviation Method) for preparation of the merit list.

Document Verification:

• Shortlisted candidates will be called for document verification based on merit.
• Original documents and self-attested photocopies must be produced at the time of documentation.

General Information/Instructions

• Candidates must be registered on One Time Registration (OTR) portal before filling the ORA.
• Only online applications will be accepted. No offline applications will be entertained.
• Candidates must provide working mobile number and email ID which should remain active till completion of selection process.
• The candidate shall be eligible for appointment if he/she has passed Matriculation and 10+2 from any school/institution situated within Himachal Pradesh. This condition shall not apply to Bonafide Himachalis.
• Candidates belonging to reserved categories of other states shall be treated as General category candidates.
• A correction window shall be opened for a period of seven days, commencing after three working days from the closing date for submission of ORAs, subject to payment of fee.
• Admissions to the examination shall be purely provisional subject to verification of eligibility at the time of document verification.
• Category certificates (OBC, BPL/EWS, WFF) should be valid on the closing date for submission of ORA as well as on the date of document verification.
• Candidates with disabilities of 40% or more are allowed extra time of minimum 40 minutes for examination of two hour duration.
• No admit card will be sent by post. Candidates will have to download their admit card from the official website.
• Provisional answer key will be uploaded on the official website. Candidates can raise objections within seven days with a non-refundable fee of ₹200 per challenge.
• Candidates must visit the website regularly for updates regarding roll numbers, admit card, documentation etc.
• Dispute, if any, shall be subject to Court jurisdictions of HP.

How to Apply

• Step 1 - Sign Up: Register on the HPRCA portal by clicking the "Sign Up" option to create a username and password.
• Step 2 - One-Time Registration: Complete the One-Time Registration by providing personal information, educational qualifications, work experience (if any), uploading recent photograph and signature, and uploading relevant supporting documents.
• Step 3 - Complete/Update Profile: Ensure your profile is complete. Only users who have completed their profile can apply for posts. Update any information if required.
• Step 4 - Apply for Post: View the list of available posts under different categories on the HPRCA portal and click on the "Apply" button for the desired post.
• Step 5 - Select Preferred Exam District: Select your preferred district(s) for the examination from the dropdown menu.
• Step 6 - Confirm Application Details: The system will automatically fill your application form using information from your profile. Review the details before proceeding.
• Step 7 - Pay Application Fee: Make the application fee payment of ₹800/- through the available payment gateway options (Credit Card/Debit Card/Net Banking).
• Step 8 - Application Submission Confirmation: After successful payment, your application will be considered complete. Download and save the application form for future reference.
• Important: Candidates are strictly advised to apply online well in advance to avoid rush during closing dates.
• Keep all original certificates and self-attested photocopies ready for document verification stage.

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HPRCA Patwari (Job-Trainee) Recruitment 2025 - FAQs

1. What is the starting date to apply for HPRCA Patwari (Job-Trainee) 2025?

Ans: Starting Date to apply is 12/12/2025 at 10:00 AM.

2. What is the last apply date for HPRCA Patwari (Job-Trainee) 2025?

Ans: Last apply date is 16/01/2026 till 11:59 PM.

3. What is the Eligibility to apply for HPRCA Patwari (Job-Trainee) 2025?

Ans: 10+2 Examination or its equivalent from a recognized board of School Education/University.

4. What is the Maximum Age Limit to apply for HPRCA Patwari (Job-Trainee) 2025?

Ans: 45 Years (as on 01-01-2025). Age relaxation of 5 years for SC/ST/OBC/PwD candidates and Ex-servicemen of HP.

5. How many vacancies are being recruited by HPRCA Patwari (Job-Trainee) 2025?

Ans: Total 530 Vacancies.

6. What is the application fee for HPRCA Patwari (Job-Trainee) 2025?

Ans: ₹800/- (₹100 Examination Fee + ₹700 Processing Fee) for all categories. Payment can only be made online through Credit Card/Debit Card/Net Banking.

7. What is the selection process for HPRCA Patwari (Job-Trainee) 2025?

Ans: Selection will be based on Computer Based Test (CBT) or Written Screening Test of 120 marks with 1½ hours duration consisting of objective type multiple choice questions.

8. What is the salary for HPRCA Patwari (Job-Trainee) position?

Ans: Consolidated fixed amount of ₹12,500/- per month during the Job-Trainee period.

9. Is there any correction facility after submitting the application?

Ans: Yes, a correction window shall be opened for a period of seven days, commencing after three working days from the closing date for submission of ORAs, subject to payment of ₹100/- correction fee.

10. Can candidates from outside Himachal Pradesh apply for reserved category posts?

Ans: Candidates of reserved categories of other states (other than Himachal Pradesh) shall be treated as General category candidates. The benefit of reservation is admissible only to bonafide residents of Himachal Pradesh.

11. What is the minimum qualifying marks for the examination?

Ans: General Category - 45% marks (may be relaxed to 40%), SC/ST/OBC/WFF - 40% marks (may be relaxed to 35%).

12. Is One Time Registration (OTR) mandatory before applying?

Ans: Yes, candidates must be registered on One Time Registration (OTR) portal before filling the Online Recruitment Application (ORA).

13. What is the validity period for category certificates?

Ans: OBC certificate - 1 year, BPL/IRDP certificate - 6 months, EWS certificate - 1 year. All certificates should be valid on the closing date of application as well as on the date of document verification.

14. How will candidates be informed about examination details?

Ans: All information will be uploaded on the official website https://hprca.hp.gov.in and communicated via SMS/email on registered mobile number and email ID. No separate communication will be sent by post.