HPRCA JE (Civil) Recruitment 2026 — 149 Vacancies

The Himachal Pradesh Rajya Chayan Aayog (HPRCA) has released Advertisement No. 06/2026 for the direct recruitment of 149 Junior Engineer (Civil) Job Trainee posts under the Directorate of Recruitment, Himachal Pradesh. This is a State Cadre position with a consolidated monthly salary of Rs. 23,500. The online application window is open from 10 April 2026 to 2 May 2026. If you hold a Diploma or B.E./B.Tech in Civil Engineering, this is a great chance to start your career with the HP Government.

HPRCA Junior Engineer (Civil) Recruitment 2026 — 149 Posts

HPRCA, headquartered in Hamirpur, was set up in 2023 to ensure transparent and merit-based recruitment for the Government of Himachal Pradesh. Through this notification (Post Code 26016), the Aayog is filling 149 JE (Civil) vacancies on a Job Trainee basis under the Job Trainee Scheme-2025 notified by the Department of Personnel. This is one of the largest engineering recruitment drives in HP this year.

Vacancy Breakdown

A total of 149 posts are available across the following categories:

Note: Vacancy numbers may change based on fresh requisitions received up to 31 July 2026 or the date of the CBT exam, whichever comes first.

Who Can Apply?

Educational Qualification

• Matric or 10+2 from a recognized Board of School Education or University
• Full-time Diploma in Civil Engineering OR B.E./B.Tech in Civil Engineering from an AICTE/UGC-recognized institution
• AMIE candidates enrolled up to 31 May 2013 from the Institution of Engineers (India), Calcutta, are also eligible

Domicile Requirement

• You must have passed Matriculation and 10+2 from a school or institution in Himachal Pradesh. This condition does not apply to Bonafide Himachalis.
• Candidates from other states will be treated as General (UR) category and will not get reservation or fee concession benefits.

Desirable

• Knowledge of customs, manners, and dialects of Himachal Pradesh

Age Limit

• Minimum age: 18 years
• Maximum age: 45 years
• Age as on: 01 January 2026
• Age relaxation: Up to 5 years for SC, ST, OBC, PwBD, and Ex-servicemen of Himachal Pradesh, as per government rules

Salary

• Consolidated monthly salary: Rs. 23,500 (fixed)
• This is a Job Trainee position — the salary is a consolidated amount without separate DA, HRA, or other allowances
• The engagement is governed by the Job Trainee Scheme-2025 (Department of Personnel notification dated 19.07.2025)

Application Fee

• All categories: Rs. 800 (Rs. 100 examination fee + Rs. 700 processing fee)
• Correction window fee: Rs. 100 (if you need to correct your application after the deadline)
• Payment mode: Online only — Credit Card, Debit Card, or Net Banking
• Fee is non-refundable under any circumstances

Selection Process

1. Computer Based Test (CBT) / Written Screening Test — 120 MCQ questions, 120 marks, 1.5 hours (90 minutes). Each question carries 1 mark. The exam may be OMR-based if the number of candidates is limited.
2. Document Verification — Shortlisted candidates will be called for verification of original certificates and documents.

Exam Syllabus

• Civil Engineering subjects — at the level of Diploma/B.E./B.Tech as prescribed in the essential qualifications
• General Knowledge — including HP GK and Current Affairs
• Everyday Science, Logical Reasoning, Social Science
• General English and General Hindi — at Matric standard

Minimum Qualifying Marks

• General category: 45%
• SC/ST/OBC/WFF: 40%

In case of multiple CBT shifts, scores will be normalized using the Z-Score Method (Mean and Standard Deviation Method).

How to Apply

1. Register on the HPRCA portal at hprca.hp.gov.in by clicking "Sign Up"
2. Complete One-Time Registration (OTR) with your personal details, educational qualifications, photograph, and signature
3. Update your profile if needed (qualification, contact details)
4. Go to the available posts section and click "Apply" for Junior Engineer (Civil) — Post Code 26016
5. Select your preferred exam district
6. Review your application details carefully
7. Pay the application fee (Rs. 800) through the online payment gateway
8. After successful payment, your application is complete

Important: Keep a printed copy of your online application form along with original certificates for document verification. No offline application will be accepted.

Important Dates

• Notification date: 06 April 2026
• Online application starts: 10 April 2026 (10:00 AM)
• Last date to apply online: 02 May 2026 (11:59 PM)
• Correction window: Opens 3 days after closing date, available for 7 days (fee: Rs. 100)
• Exam date: To be announced
• Admit card: To be announced (download from hprca.hp.gov.in)

• Handle civil engineering works including site surveys, measurements, and quality checks for government projects
• Prepare detailed project estimates, drawings, and technical reports for departmental works
• Monitor construction progress and ensure compliance with approved plans, specifications, and safety standards
• Assist senior engineers in planning, designing, and executing road, bridge, and building projects
• Keep accurate records of materials used, labour deployed, and work progress at project sites
• Follow departmental rules, procedures, and government guidelines in all engineering activities
• Work with contractors and field staff to ensure timely completion of assigned projects