The HPRCA Junior Office Assistant Recruitment 2026 notification has been officially released by the Himachal Pradesh Rajya Chayan Aayog, Hamirpur. This is a fantastic opportunity for 12th-pass candidates and ITI holders looking for a stable government job in Himachal Pradesh. The commission has announced a total of 234 vacancies for the post of Junior Office Assistant (Information Technology) on a contract basis. The online application process begins on January 27, 2026, and candidates have until February 27, 2026, to submit their forms. Make sure you meet the eligibility criteria, especially the Himachal Bonafide or schooling requirement, before applying.
Option 1: Passed 10+2 (Intermediate) from a recognized Board. OR Option 2: Matriculation + 1/2 Year Diploma/Certificate from ITI in IT/ITES OR 3-Year Diploma in Computer Engg/CS/IT from a Polytechnic.
Important Condition: Candidate must have passed Matric and 10+2 from a school within Himachal Pradesh (This condition is waived for Bonafide Himachalis).
Typing Skill
Typing speed of 30 WPM in English OR 25 WPM in Hindi on a computer.
Primarily Himachal Pradesh. Candidates from other states can apply ONLY IF they have passed both 10th and 12th from schools situated within Himachal Pradesh.
Reservation Benefit
Reservation benefits are available only to Bonafide Residents of Himachal Pradesh. Outsiders are treated as General Category.
What is the last date to apply for HPRCA Junior Office Assistant Recruitment 2026?
The online application process ends on February 27, 2026. Candidates must complete their registration and fee payment by 11:59 PM on this date.
What are the eligibility criteria for the HPRCA JOA (IT) post?
Applicants must have passed 10+2 (Intermediate) from a recognized Board OR Matriculation with a Diploma/ITI in IT/Computer Engineering. Additionally, candidates must have passed 10th and 12th from schools within Himachal Pradesh, unless they hold a valid Himachali Bonafide certificate.
What is the age limit for HPRCA Junior Office Assistant vacancies?
As of January 1, 2026, candidates must be between 18 and 45 years old. There is a 5-year age relaxation for SC, ST, OBC, and PwD candidates who are Bonafide residents of Himachal Pradesh.
What is the application fee for the HPRCA recruitment 2026?
According to the notification, candidates from all categories (General, SC, ST, OBC, EWS) are required to pay a total fee of ₹800, which includes a ₹100 Exam Fee and a ₹700 Processing Fee.
What is the salary for a Junior Office Assistant (IT) in HPRCA?
Selected candidates are hired on a contract basis as Job Trainees and will receive a fixed consolidated salary of ₹12,500 per month.
What is the selection process for the HPRCA JOA (IT) exam?
The selection process consists of three stages: a Written Screening Test (CBT or OMR) of 120 marks, a qualifying Typing Skill Test (30 WPM in English or 25 WPM in Hindi), and Document Verification.
Can candidates from other states apply for HPRCA Recruitment 2026?
Yes, candidates from other states can apply, but only if they have passed both their 10th and 12th examinations from schools situated within Himachal Pradesh. They will be treated under the General category and are not eligible for reservation benefits.
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