If you are planning to apply for the latest nursing vacancy in Himachal Pradesh, this guide will clearly explain how to apply for HPRCA Assistant Staff Nurse Recruitment 2026 in a simple and structured way. The Himachal Pradesh Rajya Chayan Aayog (HPRCA), Hamirpur has released 198 Assistant Staff Nurse (ASN) posts under the Medical Education & Research Department.
HPRCA Assistant Staff Nurse 2026: Key Highlights
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Body | HPRCA, Hamirpur |
| Post Name | Assistant Staff Nurse (ASN) |
| Total Vacancies | 198 |
| Application Mode | Online Only |
| Start Date | 12 February 2026 |
| Last Date | 05 March 2026 |
| Age Limit | 21 to 45 Years |
| Salary | ₹25,000 per month (Fixed Honorarium) |
| Selection Mode | Computer Based Test (CBT) |
Eligibility Criteria Before Applying
Before starting the online form, make sure you meet the eligibility conditions:
Educational Qualification
- B.Sc Nursing with minimum 50% marks
OR - GNM (A Grade Nursing Diploma) with 50% marks
- Registration with HP Nursing Council
- Must be Himachal Bonafide
Age Limit
- Minimum: 21 years
- Maximum: 45 years
(Age relaxation as per government rules)
How to Apply for HPRCA Assistant Staff Nurse Recruitment 2026
Follow these simple steps carefully:
Step 1: Visit Official Website
Go to the official HPRCA portal:
http://hprca.hp.gov.in
Step 2: One Time Registration (OTR)
- Click on “Sign Up”
- Create username and password
- Fill basic details
Step 3: Complete Your Profile
- Personal details
- Educational qualifications
- Category details
- Upload photo and signature
- Upload required certificates
Step 4: Select the Post
- Choose Assistant Staff Nurse (Post Code 25026)
- Select preferred examination district
Step 5: Pay Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| All Categories | ₹800 |
| Correction Fee | ₹100 |
Payment is accepted through online mode only (Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking).
Step 6: Final Submission
- Review all details carefully
- Click Final Submit
- Download and print confirmation page
Once submitted, no correction is allowed except through official correction window (if provided).
Documents Required During Application
Keep these documents ready:
- Nursing Degree/Diploma Certificate
- HP Nursing Council Registration
- Bonafide Certificate (HP)
- Category Certificate (if applicable)
- Experience Certificate (if any)
- Recent passport-size photo
Incorrect or incomplete information may lead to rejection at document verification stage.
Selection Process
The selection will be based on: Computer Based Test (CBT)
- 120 Multiple Choice Questions
- 1.5 Hours duration
- Subjects include Nursing knowledge, HP GK, Current Affairs, English, Hindi, Reasoning
If exam is conducted in multiple shifts, normalization (Z-Score method) will be applied.
Final merit list will be prepared based on CBT marks.
Important Points to Remember
- Only online applications are accepted
- Multiple applications are not allowed
- Government employees must produce NOC
- Admit card will be available online only
- Engagement is on fixed honorarium basis (₹25,000 per month)
This recruitment is under ASN policy and does not guarantee permanent government service.
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Editor’s Note:
Written by Karmabandhan Editorial Team.
We encourage all aspirants to verify information from official sources and apply carefully.
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I am Surojit Koiri, a professional content writer and digital publisher with over 5 years of experience in government job updates, recruitment analysis, and exam-related news. I am the founder of Karmabandhan.com, a dedicated platform that provides accurate and easy-to-understand information for job aspirants across India.