HPRCA Junior Engineer (Civil) Recruitment 2026: Apply Now for 149 Posts!

HPRCA Junior Engineer (Civil) Recruitment 2026 : Himachal Pradesh Rajya Chayan Aayog (HPRCA), Hamirpur, has announced a significant recruitment drive for Job Trainee Junior Engineer (Civil) positions.Are you a qualified Civil Engineer aspiring to a government job in Himachal Pradesh? This is a golden opportunity to secure a State Cadre post with a fixed monthly emolument of ₹23,500/-. Read on to get all the essential details to successfully apply for this esteemed position.

Key Highlights

• Advertisement No.: 06/2026, issued on 06.04.2026.
• Application Dates: Online applications open from April 10, 2026, and close on May 02, 2026 (11:59 PM).
• Total Vacancies: A total of 149 posts are available for Junior Engineer (Civil) (Job Trainee).
• Eligibility: Candidates must possess a full-time Diploma or B.E./B. Tech in Civil Engineering and have passed Matric/10+2 from an HP-situated institution (unless Bonafide Himachali).

Detail	Value
Advertisement No.	06/2026
Advertisement Date	06.04.2026
Online Application Start	10.04.2026 (10:00 AM)
Online Application End	02.05.2026 (11:59 PM)
Post Name	Junior Engineer (Civil) (Job Trainee)
Post Code	26016
Total Vacancies	149
Monthly Remuneration	₹23,500/- (Fixed)
Official Website	hprca.hp.gov.in

Crucial Dates and Application Details

The application window is concise, so prospective candidates must act swiftly. Ensure all preparations, including One Time Registration (OTR), are completed before the deadline.

Vacancy Breakdown: Junior Engineer (Civil)

The HPRCA has provided a detailed breakdown of the 149 vacancies across various categories, ensuring opportunities for a wide range of eligible candidates.

Category	Number of Posts
General (UR)	55
EWS	19
General (WFF)	02
SC (UR)	30
SC (BPL)	05
SC (WFF)	01
OBC (UR)	25
OBC (BPL)	05
ST (UR)	05
ST (BPL)	02
Total	149

Essential Eligibility Criteria

To be considered for the Junior Engineer (Civil) position, candidates must meet the following educational and age requirements as of 01.01.2026 for age and 02.05.2026 for qualifications:

Educational Qualifications

Candidates must satisfy both conditions:

1. Matriculation/10+2: Should have passed Matric or 10+2 examination or its equivalent from a recognized Board of School Education/University.
2. Technical Qualification:
   • A regular full-time Diploma in Civil Engineering, OR
   • B.E./B. Tech Degree in Civil Engineering from an AICTE/UGC approved Institution/University, OR
   • AMIE enrolled up to 31.05.2013 from the Institute of Engineering (India) Calcutta.
3. Himachal Pradesh Domicile/Education (Specific): A candidate is eligible if they have passed Matriculation and 10+2 from any school/institution situated within Himachal Pradesh AND have obtained their technical qualification (Diploma course) from a school/institution situated within Himachal Pradesh. This specific condition, however, does not apply to Bonafide Himachalis.

Age Limit

• Minimum Age: 18 years
• Maximum Age: 45 years
• Age Reckoning Date: As on 01.01.2026.

Age Relaxation

An upper age limit relaxation of up to five (05) years is applicable for candidates belonging to:

• Scheduled Caste (SC)
• Scheduled Tribe (ST)
• Other Backward Classes (OBC)
• Persons with Disabilities (PwD) categories who are domiciled in Himachal Pradesh.
• Employees of Himachal Pradesh Government.
• Ex-servicemen of Himachal Pradesh.

Desirable Qualification

• Knowledge of customs, manners, and dialects of Himachal Pradesh and suitability for appointment in the peculiar conditions prevailing in the Pradesh.

The Online Application Process: Step-by-Step

The HPRCA emphasizes online applications only. No offline forms will be accepted. Candidates are strongly advised to apply well in advance to avoid last-minute rush.

1. Sign Up: Register on the HPRCA portal by clicking the “Sign Up” option to create a username and password.
2. One-Time Registration (OTR): After signing up, complete the OTR with personal information, educational qualifications, work experience (if any), and upload a recent passport-size photograph (not older than 1 month, max 1 MB, JPG/JPEG/PNG) and scanned signature (max 1 MB, JPG/JPEG/PNG). This information will be stored for future applications.
3. Complete/Update Profile: Ensure your profile is complete and updated.
4. Apply for a Post: View available posts on the HPRCA portal and click “Apply” for Post Code 26016 (Junior Engineer Civil).
5. Preferred Exam District: Select your preferred district(s) for the examination. Note that HPRCA reserves the right to allot any district/center based on availability.
6. Confirm Application Details: Review the pre-filled application form for accuracy.
7. Pay Application Fee: Proceed to pay the application fee through the online payment gateway.
8. Submission Confirmation: After successful payment, your application will be considered complete.

Important Instructions for Filling Applications

• Completeness: Incomplete applications or those without essential qualifications, age, DOB, category, requisite fees, scanned photo & signatures will be rejected.
• Single Application: Only one application per post is allowed. Multiple applications for the same post will lead to rejection.
• No Offline Forms: Fax or postal applications will not be entertained.
• Certificate Validity: Ensure all category certificates (OBC, EWS, BPL) are valid on both the closing date of application and the date of document verification.
• Correction Window: A 7-day correction window will open three days after the closing date, allowing candidates to rectify errors upon payment of a prescribed fee (₹100).

Examination & Selection Procedure

The selection process for the Junior Engineer (Civil) posts involves a Computer Based Test (CBT) or Written Screening Test, followed by document verification.

Mode of Selection

• Computer Based Test (CBT) / Written Screening Test: The test will be of 120 marks, 1.5 hours duration, consisting of 120 multiple-choice questions, each carrying 1 mark.
• Syllabus:
  • Subjects/fields up to the level of prescribed essential qualification(s).
  • General Knowledge (including HP GK), Current Affairs.
  • Everyday Science, Logical Reasoning, Social Science, General English & General Hindi of Matric Standard.
  • A detailed syllabus may be released on the HPRCA website later.
• Minimum Qualifying Marks:
  • General Category: 45%
  • SC/ST/OBC/WFF Categories: 40%
  • Relaxation: If the number of qualified candidates is less than advertised posts, HPRCA may relax marks by up to 5% (i.e., 40% for General, 35% for reserved categories).
• Normalization: In case of multiple shifts, scores will be normalized using the Z-Score Method.

Document Verification

Candidates must bring the downloaded online application form along with all necessary original certificates and self-attested photocopies for document verification. Eligibility will be determined based on these original documents.

Waiting List

A category-wise waiting list (panel) will be prepared, valid for one year from the recommendation date. The size of the waiting panel is:

• Up to 25 advertised posts: 25% of posts, subject to a minimum of two candidates.
• Between 25 to 50 advertised posts: 15% of posts, subject to a minimum of seven candidates.
• Above 50 advertised posts: 10% of posts, subject to a minimum of eight candidates.

Application and Processing Fees

Candidates are required to pay a consolidated fee, with a separate charge for corrections.

Category	Fees (₹)
All Categories (Examination + Processing)	800.00
Correction Fee (for errors in ORA)	100.00

Payment Mode: Fees can only be paid through the “Online Payment Gateway” using Credit Card, Debit Card, or Net Banking. No other mode of payment is accepted.

Important Notes & Disqualifications

• Regular Updates: Candidates are advised to regularly visit the HPRCA official website (https://hprca.hp.gov.in) for all updates, roll numbers, admit cards, and documentation schedules.
• Admit Cards: Admit cards will not be sent by post. Candidates must download them from the HPRCA website using their Application ID, Name, and Date of Birth, with an OTP sent to registered mobile/email.
• Reservation Benefits: Reservation benefits are only admissible to bonafide residents of Himachal Pradesh. Candidates from other states will be treated as General Category (UR).
• Disqualification: Candidature will be rejected for various reasons including, but not limited to, providing incorrect information, using unfair means, impersonation, suppression of material facts, previous dismissal from service, conviction involving moral turpitude, having multiple living spouses, or influencing the selection process.

For any guidance or clarification, candidates can contact the HPRCA Reception Counter in person or via Phone No. 01972-222204 or email ID hp-rca@hp.gov.in on any working day (10:00 AM to 05:00 PM).

Don’t miss this opportunity to kickstart your career as a Junior Engineer (Civil) with the Himachal Pradesh government. Prepare thoroughly and apply on time!

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FAQs

1. What is the last date to apply for the HPRCA Junior Engineer (Civil) recruitment?

The closing date for submission of Online Recruitment Application (ORA) Form is May 02, 2026, till 11:59 PM.

2. How many vacancies are available for the Junior Engineer (Civil) post?

There are a total of 149 vacancies for the post of Job Trainee Junior Engineer (Civil) (Post Code 26016).

3. What are the essential educational qualifications required?

Candidates must have passed Matric or 10+2 and hold a regular full-time Diploma in Civil Engineering or a B.E./B. Tech Degree in Civil Engineering from a recognized institution. Specific domicile/education criteria for HP are also applicable.

4. What is the age limit for this recruitment?

The minimum age limit is 18 years and the maximum is 45 years, reckoned as on 01.01.2026. Age relaxations apply for reserved categories and HP government employees.

5. What is the application fee for the HPRCA JE (Civil) posts?

The total application and processing fee for all categories is ₹800. An additional fee of ₹100 is charged for rectifying errors during the correction window.

6. Will there be an offline application option?

No, only online applications submitted through the official HPRCA website (https://hprca.hp.gov.in) will be accepted. No offline forms, fax, or postal applications will be entertained.

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