The Himachal Pradesh Rajya Chayan Aayog (HPRCA), Hamirpur has just released Advertisement No. 07/2025 dated 06-12-2025 for the recruitment of 312 Assistant Staff Nurses (female only) on a purely engagement basis in the Department of Medical Education & Research (Medical Colleges).
This is a golden chance for Bonafide Himachali female candidates who have completed B.Sc. Nursing or GNM and are looking for government-sector experience.
Key Highlights of the Recruitment
Category-wise Break-up of 312 Posts
- Gen(UR) – 112
- EWS – 40
- Gen(WFF) – 04
- SC(UR) – 62
- SC(IRDP) – 12
- SC(WFF) – 02
- ST(UR) – 12
- ST(IRDP) – 04
- OBC(UR) – 50
- OBC(IRDP) – 12
- OBC(WFF) – 02
Essential Qualification
- B.Sc. Nursing with minimum 50% marks OR
- GNM (A-Grade Nursing Diploma) with minimum 50% marks from a recognized university/institution
- Must be registered with Himachal Pradesh Nurses Registration Council (HPNRC), Shimla
Selection Process
- Computer Based Test (CBT) / Written Objective Screening Test
- 120 marks, 1½ hours duration
- 120 MCQs (1 mark each, no negative marking mentioned)
Syllabus
- 85 questions → Nursing subjects (up to the level of your qualification)
- 35 questions →
- GK including Himachal Pradesh GK & Current Affairs
- Everyday Science, Logical Reasoning, Social Science
- General English & General Hindi of Matric standard
Minimum qualifying marks: 45% (General), 40% (Reserved categories). Can be relaxed up to 5% if required.
Application & Processing Fee
₹800/- (₹100 exam fee + ₹700 processing fee) for all categories Correction fee: ₹100 (7-day window after closing date)
Important Dates Recap
- Online application starts → 12-12-2025 (10:00 AM)
- Last date → 16-01-2026 (11:59 PM)
- Correction window → Opens after 3 working days from closing date for 7 days
How to Apply (Step-by-Step)
- First complete One-Time Registration (OTR) on https://hprca.hp.gov.in
- Fill your profile completely (photo, signature, qualifications, etc.)
- Apply for Post Code 25026
- Choose preferred exam district
- Pay ₹800 online
- Save/print application for records
Important Points You Must Remember
- Only Bonafide Himachali females are eligible (relaxation for those who passed Matric & 10+2 from HP institutions).
- Registration with HPNRC is mandatory.
- This is a 5-year engagement on fixed ₹25,000/month honorarium (not regular Staff Nurse post).
- No claim for regularisation later.
- Selected candidates will be posted in Government Medical Colleges across the state.
- Merit-cum-Option-cum-Availability formula will be used for college allocation.
Why You Should Apply
- Direct recruitment through HPRCA (transparent process)
- Good fixed salary + government medical college experience
- Valuable 5-year experience certificate
- Chance to serve in prestigious institutions like IGMC Shimla, Dr. RPGMC Tanda, etc.
Official Links
- Apply here → https://hprca.hp.gov.in
- Download full advertisement
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