Himachal Pradesh Teacher Recruitment 2026: 808 Vacancies Announced
HPRCA Teacher Recruitment Overview
Himachal Pradesh Teacher Recruitment 2026: The Himachal Pradesh State Selection Commission (HPRCA) in Hamirpur has released a notification regarding the recruitment of teachers for government schools. This initiative includes 808 teaching positions, with appointments made on a fixed honorarium or consolidated basis. The application process is set to begin on April 17, 2026, starting at 10:00 AM.
Vacancies by Subject
Subject | Total Vacancies
Music Teacher | 118
Teacher (Painting) | 118
Teacher (Sanskrit) | 118
Physical Education Teacher (Primary) | 118
Teacher (History) | 86
Teacher (Hindi) | 151
Teacher (Geography) | 99
Eligibility Criteria for Applicants
Application Requirements:
To qualify as a Music Teacher, candidates must have a postgraduate degree in Vocal or Instrumental Music with a minimum of 50% marks, a B.Ed. degree with at least 50% marks, a passing score in the Teacher Eligibility Test (TET), and proficiency in both Hindi and English.
For the Sanskrit Teacher role, a postgraduate degree in Sanskrit with 50% marks is required, along with a B.Ed. degree, a passing TET score, and proficiency in Hindi and English.
History Teacher candidates must hold a postgraduate degree in History with 50% marks, a B.Ed. degree, a qualifying TET score, and proficiency in Hindi and English.
For Hindi Teachers, a postgraduate degree in Hindi with 50% marks is necessary, along with a B.Ed. degree, a passing TET score, and proficiency in Hindi and English.
Geography Teacher candidates must have a postgraduate degree in Geography with 50% marks, a B.Ed. degree, a qualifying TET score, and proficiency in Hindi and English.
To apply for the Painting Teacher position, candidates should possess either a 2-year diploma in Art and Craft after completing 10+2 (with 50% marks), a Bachelor's degree in Fine Arts (with 50% marks), or a Master's degree in Fine Arts (with 55% marks). Proficiency in Hindi and English is also required.
For the Physical Education Teacher role, candidates must have a 10+2 qualification (with 50% marks) along with a D.PEd (2-year program), a B.PEd (with 50% marks), or a Bachelor's degree (with 50% marks) with Physical Education as an elective subject. Ex-servicemen who have completed a PTI course are also eligible. Proficiency in Hindi and English is essential.
The age requirements stipulate that candidates must be at least 18 years old, with a maximum age limit of 45 years applicable to all categories.
Application Process
Steps to Apply:
1. Visit the official HPRCA website.
2. Look for the link labeled 'Teacher Recruitment 2026' on the homepage.
3. Read the notification (PDF) thoroughly to understand eligibility criteria, post details, and other terms.
4. Click on the 'Apply Online' button and complete the registration process.
5. Fill in the required personal and academic information and upload necessary documents.
6. Pay the application fee online.
7. After ensuring all information is accurate, submit the application and download a printout for future reference.
