Himachal Pradesh Rajya Chayan Aayog Clerk 2026 Notification: 40 Posts, Typing Test and Full Exam Pattern
Here is a solid opening for every graduate in Himachal Pradesh who can type well. The Himachal Pradesh Rajya Chayan Aayog (HPRCA), Hamirpur has released Advertisement No. 13/2026 for 40 posts of Clerk (Job Trainee) under the Department of Personnel, Secretariat Administration Services-I, Government of Himachal Pradesh. The post code is 26045. What makes this attractive is the wide age window — you can apply anywhere between 18 and 45 years, which is far more generous than most clerical exams. If you are hunting for Himachal Pradesh government jobs, put this on your list today.
The online application window opens on 14 August 2026 at 10:00 AM and closes on 11 September 2026 at 11:59 PM. You need a Bachelor’s Degree plus a typing speed of 30 words per minute in English or 25 words per minute in Hindi on computer. Below you will find the complete category-wise seat split, the ₹800 fee structure, the 120-mark screening test pattern, and a clear step-by-step application guide. Read it fully so that no small condition catches you out later, and keep GovtJobsAlert.in saved for every HP update.
Key Highlights — HPRCA Clerk Job Trainee Recruitment 2026
The Himachal Pradesh Rajya Chayan Aayog is the state’s selection commission, headquartered at Hamirpur, and conducts recruitment for a large range of Himachal Pradesh government departments. This particular vacancy sits in the Secretariat Administration Services, which means your workplace is the heart of the state administration. It is a Job Trainee engagement under the HP Job Trainee Scheme-2025, so please read the pay section carefully before deciding.
- Post Name: Clerk (Job Trainee) — Post Code 26045
- Total Vacancies: 40 posts
- Department: Department of Personnel, Secretariat Administration Services-I
- Qualification: Bachelor’s Degree plus prescribed typing speed
- Pay: Consolidated fixed ₹12,500 per month
- Application Start Date: 14 August 2026 (10:00 AM)
- Last Date to Apply: 11 September 2026 (11:59 PM)
HPRCA Clerk 2026 Vacancy List: How Many Posts in Each Category?
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| General (UR) | 17 |
| EWS | 4 |
| OBC (UR) | 7 |
| OBC (BPL) | 1 |
| SC (UR) | 9 |
| SC (BPL) | 1 |
| ST (UR) | 1 |
| Total | 40 |
Two points worth knowing. First, the notification says these vacancies are tentative and the number may increase or decrease, and is liable to be altered without notice; fresh requisitions may be added up to 30 November 2026 or the date of the computer-based test, whichever is earlier. Second, reservation benefits apply only to bona fide residents of Himachal Pradesh — reserved-category candidates from other states are treated as General (UR). The fee is the same ₹800 for everyone regardless.
Reserved-category candidates must watch certificate validity closely. Your SC, ST or OBC certificate must be issued on a parental basis — a certificate that is not on a parental basis leads to outright rejection. An OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) certificate is valid for one year, an IRDP/BPL certificate for six months from issue, and an EWS certificate normally for one financial year. Each must be valid both on the closing date (11 September 2026) and again on the date of document verification. If it is not valid at document verification you are moved to the General (UR) or your main category, must pay the differential fee, and must have cleared that category’s cut-off marks.
Who is Eligible for HPRCA Clerk Recruitment 2026?
Educational Qualification
- A Bachelor’s Degree from a recognised University.
- A minimum typing speed of 30 words per minute in English typewriting or 25 words per minute in Hindi typewriting on computer.
- Desirable: knowledge of the customs, manners and dialects of Himachal Pradesh, and suitability for appointment in the conditions prevailing in the state.
- Eligibility for qualification is determined as on the closing date, 11 September 2026 till 11:59 PM.
There is one more condition many candidates miss. You are eligible for appointment only if you have passed Matriculation and 10+2 from a school or institution situated within Himachal Pradesh. This condition does not apply to bona fide Himachalis. Any graduate meeting these conditions can go ahead.
Age Limit
You must be between 18 and 45 years of age as on 1 January 2026. This unusually wide window is the single most candidate-friendly feature of this recruitment.
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC / ST / OBC (HP domicile) | Up to 5 years |
| Persons with Disabilities (HP domicile) | Up to 5 years |
| HP Government Employees | Up to 5 years |
| Ex-Servicemen of Himachal Pradesh | Up to 5 years |
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What is the Salary for HPRCA Clerk Job Trainee 2026?
Please read this section carefully, because it is different from a normal government pay scale and we do not want you to be disappointed later.
The notification prints the pay under the column heading “Pay Band/Honorarium” and states exactly one figure:
Consolidated fixed amount Rs. 12,500/-.
This is a Job Trainee engagement under the HP Job Trainee Scheme-2025. That means:
- There is no Pay Matrix Level and no Grade Pay anywhere in the notification — do not expect a 7th CPC pay band at the trainee stage.
- The amount is consolidated and fixed, so DA, HRA and other allowances are not shown separately in the advertisement.
- Anyone promising you a higher starting figure for this post is guessing. ₹12,500 is what the official advertisement commits to.
That said, this is a doorway into the Himachal Pradesh Secretariat, and the trainee route is how the state currently inducts clerical staff. Weigh it as a starting position rather than as a final salary.
What is the Selection Process for HPRCA Clerk 2026?
Stage 1: Objective Screening Test
A Computer Based Test (CBT) or OMR-based objective screening test of 120 multiple-choice questions, each carrying 1 mark, so the paper is worth 120 marks, with a duration of 1 hour 30 minutes, or as decided by the Aayog.
The syllabus covers: subjects up to the level of the prescribed essential qualification; General Knowledge including General Knowledge of Himachal Pradesh and Current Affairs; Everyday Science, Logical Reasoning, Social Science, General English and General Hindi of Matric standard; and Word Processing on computer. HPRCA may publish a detailed syllabus on its website in due course — track it through our syllabus and exam pattern section.
Minimum qualifying marks are 45% for General and 40% for SC, ST, OBC and Wards of Freedom Fighters. The Aayog may relax this by a maximum of 5% — down to 40% for General and 35% for the reserved categories — but only if the number of candidates securing the prescribed percentage is less than the number of advertised posts (that is, fewer than 40 candidates in total), and only for reasons recorded in writing. Do not count on it.
Stage 2: Typing Skill Test
Shortlisted candidates appear for the prescribed typing skill test, which is qualifying in nature — marks do not add to your merit, but failing it removes you.
Shortlisting for the typing test is based on the MCQ merit: candidates equal to 5 times the advertised posts if the number of posts is under 30; 150 candidates if the number is between 30 and 40 (both inclusive); and 4 times the posts if the number exceeds 40. Since 40 posts are advertised here, expect roughly 150 candidates to reach the typing test.
Stage 3: Document Verification
Finally, submit your original certificates along with self-attested photocopies for verification.
How to Apply Online for HPRCA Clerk Recruitment 2026?
Applications are accepted online only — no offline form is accepted by HPRCA. Keep ready your degree certificate, matriculation and 10+2 certificates from an HP institution (or your bona fide Himachali certificate), category certificate if applicable, and a scanned photograph and signature.
- Visit the official HPRCA portal (direct link given in the Essential Links section below).
- Click Sign Up to create your username and password on the portal.
- Complete the One Time Registration (OTR) with your personal details, educational qualifications, work experience if any, and upload your photograph, signature and supporting documents.
- Complete or update your profile fully — only users with a completed profile can apply for posts.
- Open the list of available posts, find Post Code 26045 (Clerk) and click Apply.
- Select your preferred examination district from the dropdown. HPRCA reserves the right to allot any district or centre.
- Review the auto-filled application, pay the fee through the online payment gateway, and submit. Save the printout for your records.
What are the Important Dates for HPRCA Clerk Recruitment 2026?
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Released | 7 August 2026 |
| Online Application Starts | 14 August 2026 (10:00 AM) |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 11 September 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Eligibility Reckoned As On | 11 September 2026 |
| Age Reckoned As On | 1 January 2026 |
| Vacancies May Increase Till | 30 November 2026 |
A four-day correction window opens after the closing date. The notification is internally inconsistent about whether it starts immediately after the closing date or three days later, so watch the HPRCA website for the exact dates.
What is the Application Fee for HPRCA Clerk Recruitment 2026?
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| All Categories | ₹800 (₹100 exam fee + ₹700 processing fee) |
| Correction Window Fee | ₹100 |
| Answer Key Challenge (per question) | ₹200 |
Take special note here: there is no fee exemption for any category in this advertisement. SC, ST, OBC, PwBD and women candidates all pay the full ₹800. Payment is accepted online only through the payment gateway using credit card, debit card or net banking — no other mode is available.
Essential Links — HPRCA Clerk Recruitment 2026
- Download Official Notification PDF
- Apply Online for HPRCA Clerk 2026
- Visit HPRCA Official Website
- Join WhatsApp Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Telegram Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Telegram for Himachal Pradesh Govt Jobs
An age window running all the way to 45 years means this vacancy is open to many people who thought their government job chance had passed. If you have a degree and can type at the required speed, start preparing your documents now. The application window closes on 11 September 2026 at 11:59 PM, after which the notification says the website link will be disabled. Keep visiting GovtJobsAlert.in for more Himachal Pradesh job notifications and every admit card release.