Overview
Himachal Pradesh Rajya Chayan Aayog (HPRCA) has released an official notification for the recruitment of 331 Panchayat Secretary, Pharmacist, and other posts. Interested candidates can apply online through the HPRCA website until April 4, 2026.
Vacancy Details
Total Posts: 331
Post Name: Various (Panchayat Secretary, Medical Social Worker, Psychiatric Social Worker, Operation Theatre Assistant, Radiographer, Pharmacist/Pharmacy Officer, Speech Therapist, Senior Laboratory Technician/MLT Gr-II, Audiometric Technician, Litho Artist)
Organization: Himachal Pradesh Rajya Chayan Aayog (HPRCA)
Job Location: Various locations in Himachal Pradesh
| Post Name (Code) | Essential Qualification |
|---|
| Panchayat Secretary (26005) | Bachelor’s Degree from a recognised Institution approved by HP Government/University/Board. Minimum typing speed of 30 wpm in English or 25 wpm in Hindi on computer. Knowledge of word processing as prescribed by the recruiting authority. |
| Medical Social Worker (26006) | Post Graduate Degree in Social Science or Sociology from a University recognised by the Central or HP Government. |
| Psychiatric Social Worker (26007) | Master Degree in Psychology or Social Work. |
| Operation Theatre Assistant (26008) | 10+2 with Science (Physics, Chemistry, Biology) with 50% from a recognised Board/Institution and OTA Training course from a recognised Institution by the State Government. OR B.Sc. Degree in Medical Technology (Anesthesia & OT Techniques) from HP University or equivalent. Must be registered with HP Paramedical Council. |
| Radiographer (26009) | 10+2 in Science from a recognised Board/University. B.Sc. Medical Technology (Radiology & Imaging) or equivalent degree from a recognised University. Must be registered with HP Para Medical Council (Presently State Allied Health Care Council, HP). |
| Pharmacist/Pharmacy Officer (26010) | 10+2 with Science from a recognised Board of School Education. Degree or Diploma in Pharmacy from a recognised University/Institution duly recognised by Central/State Government. Must be registered with the Pharmacy Council of the concerned State/Central Government. |
| Speech Therapist (26011) | B.Sc. Degree in Speech & Hearing or its equivalent from a recognised University or Institution duly recognised by the Central or State Government. |
| Senior Laboratory Technician/MLT Gr-II (26012) | 10+2 in Science from a recognised Board. B.Sc. Medical Laboratory Technology or equivalent degree from a recognised University. Must be registered with HP Para Medical Council (Presently State Allied Health Care Council, HP). |
| Audiometric Technician (26013) | B.Sc. Degree in Speech & Hearing or its equivalent from a recognised University or Institution duly recognised by Central or State Government. |
| Litho Artist (26014) | 10+2 or equivalent from a recognised Board. Diploma in Fine Arts (minimum 3 years) from an institution recognised by HP Government. Three years practical experience in commercial design and layout in Government/Semi Government or Private Press having offset unit and ISO certification. |
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification:
Bachelor’s Degree from a recognised Institution approved by HP Government/University/Board for Panchayat Secretary.
Post Graduate Degree in Social Science or Sociology from a University recognised by the Central or HP Government for Medical Social Worker and Psychiatric Social Worker.
10+2 with Science (Physics, Chemistry, Biology) with 50% from a recognised Board/Institution and OTA Training course from a recognised Institution by the State Government or B.Sc. Degree in Medical Technology (Anesthesia & OT Techniques) from HP University for Operation Theatre Assistant.
10+2 in Science from a recognised Board/University and B.Sc. Medical Technology (Radiology & Imaging) or equivalent degree from a recognised University for Radiographer.
10+2 with Science from a recognised Board of School Education, Degree or Diploma in Pharmacy from a recognised University/Institution duly recognised by Central/State Government for Pharmacist/Pharmacy Officer.
B.Sc. Degree in Speech & Hearing or its equivalent from a recognised University or Institution duly recognised by the Central or State Government for Speech Therapist and Audiometric Technician.
10+2 in Science from a recognised Board, B.Sc. Medical Laboratory Technology or equivalent degree from a recognised University for Senior Laboratory Technician/MLT Gr-II.
10+2 or equivalent from a recognised Board, Diploma in Fine Arts (minimum 3 years) from an institution recognised by HP Government with three years practical experience for Litho Artist.
Age Limit:
Important Dates
Notification Release: February 28, 2026
Application Start Date: March 10, 2026 (10:00 AM)
Last Date to Apply: April 4, 2026 (11:59 PM)
Exam Date: To be notified
Application Fee
Salary / Pay Scale
Pay scale and approximate salary are not specified in the provided information.
Selection Process
Computer Based Test (CBT) / Written Screening Test: Objective type test of 120 marks with duration of 1½ hours.
Typing / Skill Test: Mandatory and qualifying for Post Code 26005 (Panchayat Secretary).
Document Verification: Shortlisted candidates will be called for document verification.
How to Apply
Visit the official website (https://hprca.hp.gov.in)
Click on “Sign Up” to create a username and password on the HPRCA portal.
Complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) by providing personal information, educational qualifications, work experience (if any), and uploading a recent photograph and signature.
Click on the “Apply” button for the desired post under Advertisement No. 04/2026.
Select your preferred exam district from the dropdown menu.
Review auto-filled application details and confirm.
Pay the application fee through the online payment gateway (Credit Card/Debit Card/Net Banking).
After successful payment, download and print the application form for future reference.
[IMPORTANT LINKS]
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