Himachal Pradesh Announces Recruitment for 312 Assistant Staff Nurse Positions

Exciting Job Opportunity for Female Candidates in Healthcare

Great news for women aspiring to work in the healthcare field! The Himachal Pradesh State Selection Commission (HPRCA) has released a recruitment notification for 312 Assistant Staff Nurse roles. Those selected will be offered a five-year contract. The online application window opens on July 30, 2026, and will remain open until August 29, 2026. This presents a fantastic opportunity for female candidates who have completed their nursing qualifications and are looking to secure a government position.

The application process will be conducted entirely online, starting at 10:00 AM on July 30, 2026. Candidates can submit their applications until 11:59 PM on August 29, 2026. A correction window will be available for four days post-application closure, allowing candidates to make necessary adjustments.

Qualifications Required

To be eligible for this recruitment, candidates must possess a B.Sc. Nursing or GNM degree from an accredited institution with a minimum of 50% marks. Furthermore, active registration with the Himachal Pradesh Nurses Registration Council (HPNRC) is essential. Generally, applicants should be permanent residents of Himachal Pradesh. Candidates from other states must have completed their 10th and 12th grades at institutions located in Himachal Pradesh.

Age Requirements

Applicants must be aged between 21 and 45 years as of January 1, 2026. Female candidates from reserved categories in the state will benefit from a five-year relaxation in the upper age limit.

Selection Process

The application fee is set at ₹800 for all applicants, with an additional ₹100 fee for any application modifications. The selection will be determined through a Computer-Based Test (CBT) or an OMR-based written examination, which will be scored out of 120 marks. This will be followed by document verification and a medical examination. Successful candidates will receive a fixed monthly salary of ₹25,000. Interested individuals can apply online after completing the One-Time Registration (OTR) on the official HPRCA website.