Himachal Pradesh Rajya Chayan Aayog (HPRCA) has released for the recruitment of 234 posts of Junior Office Assistant (IT) (Job Trainee) in various departments of the Himachal Pradesh Government. Candidates who have passed 10+2 or possess relevant ITI/Diploma qualifications in Computer/IT are eligible to apply. Selected candidates will be appointed as Job Trainees and will receive a fixed consolidated pay of Rs. 12,500 per month during the training period.The online application process will be conducted through the official website hprca.hp.gov.in from 27 January 2026 to 27 February 2026.
HPRCA JOA IT Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online
- Organization Name: Himachal Pradesh Rajya Chayan Aayog
- Advertisement No. 01/2026
- Post Name: Junior Office Assistant (IT)
- Total Vacancy: 234
- Qualification: 10+2 OR Matriculation OR Diploma
- Age Limit: 18-45 years
- Pay Scale: Rs.12,500/- per month
- Apply Mode: Online
- Apply Start Date: 27.01.2026
- Apply Last Date: 27.02.2026
- Selection Process: CBT/ Written Screening Test, Typing Test
- Official Website: hprca.hp.gov.in
HPRCA Junior Office Assistant IT Vacancy 2026
The Himachal Pradesh State Election Commission (HPRCA) has published a notification for a total of 234 vacancies for the post of Junior Office Assistant (IT) (Job Trainee).
Category-wise Vacancy:
- General (UR): 84
- EWS: 30
- Gen (WFF): 03
- SC (UR): 45
- SC (BPL): 09
- SC (WFF): 03
- ST (UR): 09
- ST (BPL): 03
- OBC (UR): 39
HPRCA JOA IT Recruitment Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification:
Candidate must have:
- Passed 10+2 from a recognized Board/University
OR - Matriculation + 1/2 year ITI Diploma/Certificate in IT / ITES
OR - 3 years Diploma in Computer Engineering / Computer Science / IT from AICTE approved Polytechnic.
Additionally, the following are required:
- Must have passed Matric and 10+2 from Himachal Pradesh (not applicable for Bonafide Himachalis).
Typing Speed:
- 30 WPM in English
OR - 25 WPM in Hindi
Age Limit:
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Maximum Age: 45 Years
Himachal Pradesh RCA JOA IT 2026 Pay Scale
- The selected candidates will be paid a fixed consolidated remuneration of Rs. 12,500 per month during the Job Trainee period, as per the guidelines of the Himachal Pradesh Government.
HPRCA Recruitment Application Fee
- Examination Fee - Rs. 100/-
- Processing Fee - Rs. 700/-
- Total Fee - Rs.800/- (for all categories)
Correction Fee - Rs. 100/-
Payment Mode: The fee must be paid only through online mode using Credit Card, Debit Card, or Net Banking via the online payment gateway, and no other mode of payment will be accepted.
HPRCA JOA IT Recruitment 2026 How to Apply
Candidates can follow the steps below to apply online:
- Visit the HPRCA official website: hprca.hp.gov.in.
- Register on One Time Registration (OTR) portal
- Login and fill Online Recruitment Application (ORA)
- Upload required documents.
- Fill all personal, educational & category details carefully.
- Pay the application fee online.
- Submit the form and download/print a copy.
HPRCA JOA IT Recruitment Selection Process
The selection process will include the following steps -
- Computer Based Test (CBT)/ Written Screening Test
- Typing Test
HPRCA Junior Office Assistant Recruitment Important Dates
- Start Date of Online Application: 27.01.2026
- Last Date of Online Application: 27.02.2026
Important Links:
- Click Here: Notification PDF
- Click Here: Official Website
HPRCA JOA IT Recruitment 2026 - Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):
Q1. How many vacancies are there?
- Answer: Total 234 posts of Junior Office Assistant (IT).
Q2. What is the salary?
- Answer: Fixed Rs. 12,500 per month during Job Trainee period.
Q3. What is the age limit?
- Answer: 18 to 45 years.
Q4. Is offline application allowed?
- Answer: No, only online applications are accepted.
