HPRCA Clerk Recruitment 2026: Notification, Eligibility, Exam Pattern, Syllabus

Notification overview

The Himachal Pradesh Rajya Chayan Aayog (HPRCA), Hamirpur has released the Clerk recruitment notification for 2026. The posts are in the Personnel Department (Secretariat Administration Service-I) of the Himachal Pradesh Secretariat and are filled on a job trainee basis. This guide covers vacancies, eligibility, selection process, exam pattern and preparation tips in one place.

Please note: Always verify dates, fees and eligibility against the official notification. Official website: hprca.hp.gov.in

Vacancy details

Of the 40 posts, 17 are unreserved, 4 are for EWS, 8 for OBC and 10 for SC, with the remaining posts distributed as per the notification.

Eligibility criteria

Educational qualification

• A graduation degree from a recognised university is mandatory.

Computer typing skill

• Candidates must have the prescribed typing speed on a computer, starting at 30 words per minute in English. Check the notification for the Hindi typing option.

Age limit

• The age limit and relaxation for reserved categories are as per the official notification and HP government rules.

Nationality and domicile

• Candidates must be citizens of India.
• Conditions related to Himachal Pradesh domicile apply as per the notification.

Selection process

Selection generally follows these stages:

1. Written Examination: An objective-type (MCQ) screening test conducted by HPRCA.
2. Typing Test: A computer typing test to check the required speed.
3. Document Verification: Verification of original certificates and eligibility.

The final merit list is prepared as per the stages and weightage given in the official notification.

Exam pattern

The written exam typically covers the following areas:

• Question type: Objective (MCQ)
• Negative marking: As per the notification
• Exact number of questions, marks and duration: Check the official notification

Important syllabus topics

• Himachal Pradesh GK: History, geography, culture, fairs and festivals, rivers, districts
• General Knowledge: Indian polity, history, geography, science
• Current Affairs: National and state events from the last 6-8 months
• Reasoning: Series, analogy, coding-decoding, blood relations, direction sense
• Maths: Percentage, ratio, average, profit and loss, time and work
• English/Hindi: Grammar, error spotting, synonyms, idioms and phrases
• Computer: MS Office basics, shortcuts, internet and email

Preparation tips

1. Read the syllabus and previous HPRCA papers first.
2. Practise typing daily. Aim to stay comfortably above the minimum speed.
3. Give special attention to Himachal GK and current affairs.
4. Take at least one full-length mock test every week and review your mistakes.
5. Revise short notes in the last two weeks before the exam.

Prepare with free practice

Test your preparation with our free mock test: HPRCA Clerk Free Mock Test

See the complete exam page here: HPRCA Clerk Exam Page

Frequently asked questions

What is the qualification for HPRCA Clerk? A graduation degree from a recognised university, along with the required computer typing speed.

How many vacancies are there in HPRCA Clerk 2026? The notification is for 40 Clerk posts in the HP Secretariat.

Is a typing test part of the selection? Yes, a minimum computer typing speed is required. Check the notification for exact details.

Conclusion

HPRCA Clerk is a great opportunity to work in the Himachal Pradesh Secretariat. Focus on Himachal GK, reasoning and English, keep your typing speed strong, and practise with regular mock tests. Bookmark this page for the latest updates.