HAMIRPUR, HP — The Himachal Pradesh Rajya Chayan Aayog (HPRCA) has officially released a recruitment notification for the position of Junior Office Assistant (Information Technology) Job Trainee. This latest recruitment drive aims to fill 234 vacancies under Post Code 26001, marking a significant employment opportunity for youth in the state.

Key Recruitment Dates
Prospective candidates should note the following timeline for the application process:
- Notification Release Date: January 21, 2026.
- Online Application Starts: January 27, 2026, at 10:00 AM.
- Last Date to Apply: February 27, 2026, by 11:59 PM.
Eligibility Criteria
- Educational Qualification: Applicants must have completed Class 12 (10+2) from a recognized board. Alternatively, candidates with a Matriculation (10th) degree plus a one or two-year ITI Diploma/Certificate in Information Technology or ITES are also eligible.
- Age Limit: The eligible age bracket is 18 to 45 years.
- Skill Requirement: Candidates must possess a typing speed of at least 30 words per minute (WPM) in English or 25 WPM in Hindi.
Salary and Selection Process
Selected candidates will be appointed on a “Job Trainee” basis with a fixed monthly salary of ₹12,500 during the training period. The selection process will involve a Written Examination (CBT) followed by Document Verification.
How to Apply
Eligible candidates can submit their applications through the Official HPRCA Website. The application fee is reported to be ₹800 for general categories, though detailed category-wise fee structures are available in the official advertisement PDF.
For further updates and to download the official notification, candidates are advised to visit the HPRCA Recruitment Portal.