Is this a permanent government job?

No. These positions are purely scheme-based and temporary for a period of five years. They are not against sanctioned government posts, and the document explicitly states there is no right to regularization or being treated as a government employee.

Can I apply if I completed my schooling outside of Himachal Pradesh?

You can apply only if you are a Bonafide Himachali. If you are not a Bonafide Himachali, you must have passed both Matric (10th) and 10+2 from an institution located within Himachal Pradesh.

Will I receive salary for the full year?

The fixed honorarium of ₹30,000 per month is paid for 10 months in an academic year, not the full 12 months.

What happens if I make a mistake in my online application?

The fixed honorarium of ₹30,000 per month is paid for 10 months in an academic year, not the full 12 months.

Are there any specific medical or retirement benefits?

No. The document states that Himachal Pradesh Civil Services (Leave/Pension) Rules and Medical Reimbursement Rules are not applicable to these posts.

Can a Commerce graduate with an M.Com in any specialization apply?

No. The eligibility is specific. Candidates must have a Master’s Degree in Accountancy, Financial Accountancy and Income Tax, or MFC (Master of Finance Control). Other specializations are not mentioned.

Is there a Teacher Eligibility Test (TET) requirement?

Yes. Passing the Teacher Eligibility Test (TET) conducted by the H.P. Board of School Education or an authorized agency is a mandatory professional qualification.

What is the "Z-Score Method" mentioned in the selection process?

The Z-Score Method is a normalization process used to ensure fairness if the Computer Based Test (CBT) is conducted in multiple shifts with different difficulty levels. It uses mean and standard deviation to calculate final scores.

Can I choose my preferred district for posting?

While the final allocation is based on a "Merit-Cum-Option" formula, the document clarifies that selected candidates can be posted anywhere in the State of Himachal Pradesh.

Do I need to upload my degrees and experience certificates while applying?

No. You do not need to upload or submit physical certificates at the time of online application. However, you must produce the original documents and self-attested copies during the Document Verification (DV) stage.

HPRCA Teacher Recruitment 2026 notification: Eligibility, Exam Pattern, Cutoff & Important Dates

The Himachal Pradesh State Selection Commission has recently issued a recruitment notification announcing vacancies for 390 positions. These openings are specifically for teachers specializing in Biology, Chemistry, Physics, and Commerce. If you aspire to build a career in teaching and are currently preparing for such roles, this opportunity could prove to be highly beneficial and advantageous for you. Furthermore,

the notification explicitly states that the monthly salary offered is approximately ₹30,000 for a period of 10 months, following which it will be subject to an increment. However, regarding the basic eligibility criteria, candidates are required to hold a Master's degree in the specific subject they wish to teach. Applications for this recruitment drive can be submitted between April 13, 2026, and May 4, 2026. Additionally, concerning professional qualifications, candidates possessing a Teacher Eligibility Test (TET) certificate will be awarded up to 50% additional marks.

Overview of HPRCA Teacher Recruitment 2026

Feature	Details
Organization	Himachal Pradesh Rajya Chayan Aayog (HPRCA), Hamirpur
Post Name	Teachers for CBSE affiliated Government Schools
Advertisement No.	07/2026, Dated 07.04.2026
Application Dates	13.04.2026 to 04.05.2026
Total Vacancies	390 posts (Biology-78, Chemistry-78, Physics-78, Commerce-156)
Honorarium	₹30,000 per month (for 10 months in an academic year)
Age Limit	18 to 45 years (as on 01.01.2026)
Basic Qualification	Master's Degree in concerned subject with minimum 50% marks
Professional Requirement	B.Ed. (50% marks) and cleared Teacher Eligibility Test (TET)
Selection Mode	CBT or OMR Screening Test (120 Marks)
Examination Fee	₹800 (₹100 Exam fee + ₹700 Processing fee)
Service Type	Temporary scheme-based engagement for 5 years

HPRCA Teacher Recruitment 2026 Notification

Important Dates

Advertisement Date: 07 April 2026
Online Application Start Date: 13 April 2026 (10:00 AM)
Last Date to Apply Online: 04 May 2026 (11:59 PM)
Eligibility Cut-off Date (Qualification / Experience / Category): 04 May 2026
Age Limit Cut-off Date: 01 January 2026 (18–45 years)
Correction Window: Starts after 3 working days from closing date (open for 7 days)
Validity for Fresh Requisitions: Up to 31 July 2026 or date of screening test (whichever is earlier)

Vacancy Details

Post Name	Post Code	Break-up of Posts	Total Posts
Teacher (Biology)	26017	Gen(UR)-28, EWS-10, Gen(WFF)-01, SC(WFF)-01, SC(UR)-15 SC(BPL)-03, OBC(UR)-13, OBC(BPL)-03, ST(UR)-03, ST(BPL)-01	78
Teacher (Chemistry)	26018	Gen(UR)-28, EWS-10, Gen(WFF)-01, SC(WFF)-01, SC(UR)-15, SC(BPL)-03, OBC(UR)-13, OBC(BPL)-03, ST(UR)-03, ST(BPL)-01	78
Teacher (Physics)	26019	Gen(UR)-28, EWS-10, Gen(WFF)-01, SC(WFF)-01, SC(UR)-15, SC(BPL)-03, OBC(UR)-13, OBC(BPL)-03, ST(UR)-03, ST(BPL)-01	78
Teacher (Commerce)	26020	Gen(UR)-56, EWS-20, Gen(WFF)-02, SC(WFF)-01, SC(UR)-31, SC(BPL)-06, OBC(UR)-25, OBC(WFF)-01, OBC(BPL)-06, ST(UR)-06, ST(BPL)-02	156
Total			390

Eligibility Criteria

Age Limit

Minimum Age: 18 years
Maximum Age: 45 years
Age Calculation Date: 01 January 2026

Educational Qualification

Master’s Degree (Minimum 50% Marks)

Biology: Botany / Zoology / Life Sciences / Microbiology / Biotechnology / Molecular Biology / Plant Physiology
(Must have studied Botany & Zoology at Graduation level)
Chemistry: Chemistry / Biochemistry
Physics: Physics / Electronics / Nuclear Physics
Commerce: Accountancy / Financial Accountancy & Income Tax / MFC

Professional Qualification

B.Ed. Degree with minimum 50% marks

TET Requirement

Must have qualified TET conducted by HP Board or authorized agency

Language Skills

Must be able to teach in Hindi & English

Regional & Category Rules

Must have passed Matric & 10+2 from Himachal Pradesh
Exemption: Not required for Bonafide Himachalis
Relaxation: 5% marks relaxation for SC / ST / OBC / PWD (HP candidates)
Other State Reserved Candidates: Treated as General category

Important Conditions

Eligibility Cut-off Date: 04 May 2026
Must complete One Time Registration (OTR) before applying
Required experience (if any) must be after qualification

Application Form Details

The online application link for the form has not yet been activated on the portal, though this is expected to happen very soon. The link will go live on the portal on April 14, 2026; thereafter, you will be able to easily submit your online application by following the instructions provided below.

However, please note that completing the One-Time Registration (OTR) is a mandatory prerequisite for applying online. You will only be able to submit an application for this post after you have successfully completed the One-Time Registration process. Most importantly, please be aware that offline applications of any kind will not be accepted.

Application Mode

Apply only through official website: https://hprca.hp.gov.in
OTR (One Time Registration) is mandatory before applying
Only one application per post allowed
Offline applications not accepted (no post/fax)

Photo & Signature Rules

Photo: Latest passport-size (not older than 1 month)
Signature: Scanned copy required
Format: JPG / JPEG / PNG
Max Size: 1 MB (each file)

Required Details

Fill details exactly as per Matric Certificate:
- Name
- Father’s Name
- Mother’s Name
- Date of Birth
Provide valid Mobile Number & Email ID
Save login credentials for future use (admit card, results, etc.)

Correction Window

Opens 3 working days after last date
Remains active for 7 days
Correction Fee: ₹100
No category changes allowed after window closes

Document Verification (DV)

No need to upload documents during form filling
At DV stage, bring:
- Printed ORA form
- Original certificates
- Self-attested photocopies

Application Fee

Category	Fee Detail	Total Amount
All Categories	Examination Fee (₹100) + Processing Fee (₹700)	₹800.00
Correction Fee	Fee for rectifying errors during the 7-day correction window	₹100.00

Selection Process

Mode of Exam

Selection through CBT (Computer Based Test) or Written Screening Test
If candidates are fewer → OMR-based test may be conducted

Document Verification (DV)

Only qualified candidates called
Shortlisting based on merit

Final Selection

Based on: Merit + Candidate Preference + Post Availability

Waiting List

Category-wise waiting list prepared
Valid for 1 year

Exam Pattern

Feature	Details
Exam Mode	Computer Based Test (CBT) ya OMR-based written screening test
Question Type	Objective Type (Multiple Choice Questions - MCQs)
Total Questions	120 Questions
Total Marks	120 Marks
Marking Scheme	1 Mark for each correct answer
Duration	1.5 Hours (90 minutes)
Language	Proficiency in Hindi and English is required
Minimum Qualifying Marks (General)	45% (Aayog can relax up to 40% if candidates are fewer than posts)
Minimum Qualifying Marks (Reserved)	40% for SC/ST/OBC/WFF (Aayog can relax up to 35% if needed)
Syllabus Part A	Subject-specific questions (Master's Degree level)
Syllabus Part B	GK (HP & National), Current Affairs, Everyday Science, Logical Reasoning, Social Science, General English & Hindi (Matric Standard)
Normalization Method	Z-Score Method (Mean and Standard Deviation) for multiple-shift CBT

Syllabus

Subject Knowledge: Concerned subject (Master’s level)
General Knowledge: Himachal Pradesh + Current Affairs
Everyday Science: Basic science (Matric level)
Logical Reasoning: Analytical & reasoning questions
Social Science: Basic concepts (Matric level)
General English: Basic English (Matric level)
General Hindi: Basic Hindi (Matric level)

Salary / Pay Scale

Item	Details
Honorarium Amount	₹30,000 per month
Payment Duration	10 months in an academic year
Nature of Payment	Fixed honorarium / Consolidated amount
Engagement Type	Purely scheme-based and temporary
Medical/Service Rules	Government medical reimbursement aur CCS/Leave/Pension rules applicable nahi honge

cutoff

Category	Minimum Qualifying Marks (%)	Minimum Marks (Out of 120)
General Category	45%	54 Marks
Reserved Categories (SC / ST / OBC / WFF)	40%	48 Marks

Preparation Tips

Core Subject Focus: Master’s level subject ko thoroughly revise karein
Matric Basics: English, Hindi, Science & Social Science (10th level) strong karein
Current Affairs: Himachal Pradesh + daily GK update rakhein
Reasoning Practice: Daily logical reasoning questions solve karein
CBT Practice: Official website ke mock/practice test use karein
Language Skills: Hindi & English dono par command rakhein
Accuracy Target: Minimum se upar score karein (45% / 40%)
Syllabus Updates: Official website regularly check karein
Documents Ready: Degree, TET, category certificates verify karke ready rakhein

Important Links

Apply Online	Click Here
Notification	Click here
Official Website	Click here