HPRCA PGT/Teacher Recruitment 2026

Himachal Pradesh Rajya Chayan Aayog (HPRCA) PGT/Teacher Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 2,423 Posts

The Himachal Pradesh Rajya Chayan Aayog (HPRCA), Hamirpur has officially released the recruitment notification (Advt. No. 14/2026) for the engagement of Teachers / PGTs across 15 different subjects in Government CBSE-affiliated schools under the Directorate of School Education, Himachal Pradesh. A total of 2,423 vacancies have been announced.
Eligible and interested candidates can apply online through the official HPRCA portal (hprca.hp.gov.in). The online registration window opens on 10 November 2026 (10:00 AM) and will close on 05 December 2026 (up to 11:59 PM).
Complete details regarding post distribution, eligibility criteria, salary scale, selection process, and step-by-step application instructions are outlined below.

HPRCA Teacher Recruitment 2026: Overview

Attribute Details
Recruiting Organization Himachal Pradesh Rajya Chayan Aayog (HPRCA), Hamirpur
Department Directorate of School Education, Himachal Pradesh
Advertisement Number Advt. No. 14/2026
Post Names Teachers / PGTs (15 Subjects)
Total Vacancies 2,423 Posts
Job Type Temporary Engagement (Fixed Honorarium)
Monthly Honorarium ₹30,000/- per month (payable for 10 months in an academic year)
Job Location Himachal Pradesh
Application Mode Online
Official Website hprca.hp.gov.in

Important Dates & Schedule

  • Notification Release Date: 02 November 2026
  • Online Application Start Date: 10 November 2026 (10:00 AM)
  • Last Date to Apply Online: 05 December 2026 (up to 11:59 PM)
  • Application Correction Window: 4 days (starting three days after the closing date)
  • Examination Date: To be announced later

Subject-Wise Vacancy Distribution

Subject / Post Name Vacancies
Mathematics Teacher 281
English Teacher 187
Hindi Teacher 187
Biology Teacher 187
Sanskrit Teacher 187
Commerce Teacher 187
Physical Education Teacher 187
Fine Arts Teacher 172
Political Science Teacher 156
History Teacher 156
Economics Teacher 156
Physics Teacher 95
Chemistry Teacher 95
Computer Teacher 95
Music Teacher 95
Total 2,423 Posts

Eligibility Criteria & Qualifications

1. Educational Qualifications:

  • General Requirement: Candidates must possess a Master’s Degree in the relevant subject with at least 50% marks, along with a B.Ed. degree and qualified HP TET / TET as applicable for the specific teaching post.
  • Note: SC/ST/OBC/PwD candidates of Himachal Pradesh receive a 5% relaxation in minimum educational qualification marks.

2. Age Limit (As on 01 January 2026):

  • Age Range: 18 to 45 Years
  • Age Relaxations: Upper age limits are relaxable for reserved category candidates as per Himachal Pradesh Government norms.

Application Fee

  • All Categories (Exam Fee ₹100 + Processing Fee ₹700): ₹800/-
  • Application Correction Fee: ₹100/-
  • Payment Mode: Online via Credit Card, Debit Card, or Net Banking.

Selection Process

The selection of candidates is structured through the following stages:
  1. Computer Based Test (CBT) / Written Screening Test: Consisting of 120 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) carrying 120 marks (Duration: 1.5 Hours).
    • Minimum Qualifying Marks: 45% for General category and 40% for SC/ST/OBC/WFF candidates.
  2. Document Verification (DV): Verification of original certificates and testimonials for candidates shortlisted through the screening test.
  3. Final Merit List: Prepared on a merit-cum-option basis.

Step-by-Step: How to Apply Online

  1. Step 1: Visit the official HPRCA website at https://hprca.hp.gov.in.
  2. Step 2: Complete the One Time Registration (OTR) on the portal by setting up your profile credentials (username and password).
  3. Step 3: Log in using your OTR credentials and select the HPRCA PGT/Teacher Recruitment 2026 application link under Advertisement No. 14/2026.
  4. Step 4: Fill out the application form with personal, educational, and experience details accurately.
  5. Step 5: Upload scanned copies of your recent passport-size photograph and signature.
  6. Step 6: Pay the requisite application fee of ₹800/- online through credit/debit card or net banking.
  7. Step 7: Submit the final application form before 05 December 2026 (11:59 PM) and print a hard copy for future documentation purposes.

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