Himachal Pradesh Rajya Chayan Aayog has announced 312 Assistant Staff Nurse vacancies for Bonafide female candidates holding B Sc Nursing or GNM qualifications. The online application process begins on 12 December 2025 and will close on 16 January 2026. Candidates must apply through the official website hprca.hp.gov.in.
HPRCA Assistant Staff Nurse 2025 Overview
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Organization | Himachal Pradesh Rajya Chayan Aayog Hamirpur |
| Post Name | Assistant Staff Nurse |
| Total Posts | 312 |
| Salary | 25000 per month fixed honorarium |
| Qualification | B Sc Nursing or GNM Diploma with 50 percent marks |
| Gender | Female candidates only |
| Domicile | Bonafide Himachali |
| Registration | Must be registered with Himachal Pradesh Nurses Registration Council |
| Age Limit | 21 to 32 years |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Form Starting Date | 12 December 2025 |
| Form Closing Date | 16 January 2026 |
| Official Website | hprca.hp.gov.in |
Vacancy Details
| Category | Posts |
|---|---|
| General UR | 112 |
| EWS | 46 |
| General WFF | 04 |
| SC UR | 62 |
| SC IROP | 12 |
| SC WFF | 02 |
| ST UR | 12 |
| ST IROP | 04 |
| OBC UR | 50 |
| OBC IROP | 14 |
| OBC WFF | 02 |
| Total | 312 |
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
B Sc Nursing with 50 percent marks
or
GNM Nursing Diploma with 50 percent marks
Qualification must be from a recognized university or institution.
Additional Requirements
Only female candidates are eligible
Bonafide Himachal Pradesh domicile required
Valid registration with HPNRC Shimla
Experience
Not mandatory. Experience will be considered if available.
Salary
The selected candidates will receive a monthly fixed honorarium of 25000 during the five year engagement period governed by state health policy guidelines.
Age Limit
- Minimum age 21 years
- Maximum age 32 years
- Age will be calculated as on 01 January 2025
- Relaxation applicable as per government rules for eligible categories.
Application Fee
| Category | Total Fee |
|---|---|
| All candidates | 800 |
| Correction fee if applicable | 100 |
Payment must be made using online digital banking methods.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 06 December 2025 |
| Application Opening | 12 December 2025 at 10 AM |
| Application Closing | 16 January 2026 up to 11:59 PM |
| Correction Window | After three working days from closing date for seven days |
| Age and eligibility cut off | 01 January 2025 |
Selection Process
- Written screening test or Computer Based Test of 120 marks
- Duration of examination one and a half hours
- Objective type multiple choice questions
- Marking scheme
- 85 questions from nursing subject up to essential qualification level
- 10 questions from general knowledge including Himachal Pradesh affairs
- 25 questions from everyday science logical reasoning social science general English and general Hindi
- Minimum qualifying marks
- General 45 percent
- SC ST OBC 40 percent
- Score normalization will be applied if the exam is conducted in multiple shifts
- Shortlisted candidates will undergo document verification
General Guidelines
- Only online applications through ORA system will be accepted
- Candidates must complete One Time Registration before applying
- All required certificates and documents must be uploaded clearly
- Admit cards will be available online only
- Reserved category certificates must be valid at the time of application and verification
- Candidates must regularly visit the website for updates and notices
How to Apply Online
Step 1: Register on the One Time Registration portal of HPRCA
Step 2: Log in at hprca.hp.gov.in and open the Assistant Staff Nurse post advertisement
Step 3: Fill the online application form with accurate personal and academic details
Step 4: Upload photo signature and supporting certificates
Step 5: Pay the application fee using the online payment gateway
Step 6: Submit the application and download the confirmation copy for records
Applicants are advised to complete the registration process well before the deadline to avoid last minute issues.