HPRCA Teacher Recruitment 2026 Notification Out for 2423 Posts: Apply Online from 10 November
The Himachal Pradesh Rajya Chayan Aayog (HPRCA) has released Advertisement No. 14/2026 for 2,423 teacher vacancies across 15 subjects in Government CBSE-affiliated schools. Online applications open on 10 November 2026 and close on 5 December 2026 (11:59 PM)
Harmanpreet Kaur3 Nov, 2026
The HPRCA Recruitment 2026 notification is out. The HPRCA Hamirpur Recruitment 2026 drive is for teacher posts in Government CBSE-affiliated schools under the Directorate of School Education, Himachal Pradesh. The notification was issued on 2 November 2026. Candidates with the required subject-wise qualifications can apply online from 10 November 2026.
Selection is through a screening test followed by document verification. Read the official notification PDF before applying to confirm you meet the criteria for your post.
HPRCA Teacher Recruitment 2026 Notification Out
HPRCA has released the HPRCA Teacher Notification 2026 under Advertisement No. 14/2026. The HPRCA PGT Recruitment 2026 covers 2,423 vacancies in 15 subjects.
HPRCA Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF
| Particulars | Details |
| Recruiting Organisation | Himachal Pradesh Rajya Chayan Aayog (HPRCA), Hamirpur |
| Post Name | Teacher (15 subjects) |
| Department | Directorate of School Education, Himachal Pradesh |
| Advt. No. | 14/2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 2,423 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Dates | 10 November to 5 December 2026 |
| Age Limit | 18 to 45 years (as on 1 January 2026) |
| Selection Process | Screening Test (CBT/OMR) + Document Verification |
| Monthly Honorarium | Rs. 30,000 |
HPRCA Teacher Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
The HPRCA Teacher Recruitment 2026 notification was released on 2 November 2026 for 2,423 vacancies across 15 subjects. The online application process will begin on 10 November 2026 at 10:00 AM and continue until 5 December 2026 at 11:59 PM. Candidates will get a four-day correction window after the application deadline. The screening test date will be announced separately by HPRCA.
| Event | Date |
| Notification Release | 2 November 2026 |
| Online Application Starts | 10 November 2026 (10:00 AM) |
| Last Date to Apply | 5 December 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Correction Window | Four days after the closing date |
| Screening Test Date | To be announced |
The HPRCA Teacher Recruitment 2026 last date to apply is 5 December 2026.
HPRCA PGT Vacancy 2026 Subject-Wise
The HPRCA Teacher 2423 Vacancy 2026 is spread across 15 subjects. Here is the HPRCA Teacher Vacancy 2026 subject-wise breakdown:
| Post Name | Post Code | Vacancies |
| Teacher (English) | 26046 | 187 |
| Teacher (Mathematics) | 26047 | 281 |
| Teacher (Hindi) | 26048 | 187 |
| Teacher (Political Science) | 26049 | 156 |
| Teacher (History) | 26050 | 156 |
| Teacher (Economics) | 26051 | 156 |
| Teacher (Physics) | 26052 | 95 |
| Teacher (Chemistry) | 26053 | 95 |
| Teacher (Biology) | 26054 | 187 |
| Teacher (Sanskrit) | 26055 | 187 |
| Teacher (Computer) | 26056 | 95 |
| Teacher (Music) | 26057 | 95 |
| Teacher (Commerce) | 26058 | 187 |
| Teacher (Physical Education) | 26059 | 187 |
| Teacher (Fine Arts) | 26060 | 172 |
| Total | 2,423 |
Mathematics has the most vacancies (281). Physics, Chemistry, Computer and Music have the fewest (95 each).
HPRCA Teacher Eligibility Criteria 2026
The HPRCA PGT Eligibility Criteria 2026 and HPRCA Teacher Qualification 2026 vary by subject.
| Post | Qualification |
| English | M.A. English (50% at graduation level) + B.Ed with English as a compulsory subject + HP TET |
| Mathematics | M.A./M.Sc. Mathematics (50% at graduation level) + B.Ed with Mathematics as a compulsory subject + HP TET |
| Hindi, Political Science, History, Sanskrit | Master’s in the subject (50%) + B.Ed (50%) + HP TET |
| Economics | Master’s in Economics, Applied Economics or Business Economics (50%) + B.Ed (50%) + HP TET |
| Physics | Master’s in Physics, Electronics or Nuclear Physics (50%) + B.Ed (50%) + HP TET |
| Chemistry | Master’s in Chemistry or Biochemistry (50%) + B.Ed (50%) + HP TET |
| Biology | Master’s in Botany, Zoology, Life Science, Microbiology, Bio-Technology etc. (50%), with Botany and Zoology at graduation level, + B.Ed (50%) + HP TET |
| Music | Master’s in Music (Vocal/Instrumental) (50%) + B.Ed (50%) + HP TET |
| Commerce | Master’s in Commerce (Accountancy, Financial Accountancy, Income Tax or MFC) (50%) + B.Ed (50%) + HP TET |
| Computer | B.E./B.Tech (CS/IT) with 50%; or B.E./B.Tech (any stream) + PG Diploma in Computer Science/Applications; or M.Sc (CS)/MCA with 50%; or PG in Maths/Physics + PGDCA; or DOEACC ‘B’/’C’ Level |
| Physical Education | B.P.Ed/BPE/B.Sc (Health & Physical Education) with 55%, or equivalent per NCTE norms + M.P.Ed or M.A. Physical Education (2 years) |
| Fine Arts | Master’s in Fine Arts/Visual Arts (Painting & Sculpture) with 50%, OR 12th + 5-year full-time/7-year part-time Diploma in Fine Art/Painting with 50% |
HPRCA Teacher Age Limit 2026
The HPRCA Teacher Age Limit 2026 is calculated as on 1 January 2026.
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Minimum age: 18 years
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Maximum age: 45 years
Check the notification PDF for any age relaxation for reserved categories.
HPRCA Teacher Recruitment 2026 Application Fee
The HPRCA Teacher Application Fee 2026 is the same for all categories.
| Fee Component | Amount |
| Examination Fee | Rs. 100 |
| Processing Fee | Rs. 700 |
| Total | Rs. 800 |
Pay online by credit card, debit card or net banking. No other payment mode is accepted.
HPRCA PGT Selection Process 2026
The HPRCA Teacher Selection Process 2026 has two stages:
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Screening Test (CBT/OMR): an objective test of 120 marks that assesses subject knowledge, general awareness, reasoning ability and language skills.
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Document Verification: shortlisted candidates must produce original educational certificates, category certificates and other supporting documents.
HPRCA Teacher Exam Pattern 2026
The HPRCA PGT Exam Pattern 2026 is:
| Particulars | Details |
| Exam Mode | CBT/OMR |
| Question Type | Multiple Choice Questions |
| Total Questions | 120 |
| Total Marks | 120 (1 mark per question) |
| Duration | 1 hour 30 minutes |
Minimum qualifying marks:
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General category: 45%
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SC/ST/OBC/Wards of Freedom Fighters: 40%
HPRCA Teacher Salary 2026
The HPRCA PGT Salary 2026 is a fixed honorarium, not a regular pay scale.
| Particulars | Details |
| Monthly Honorarium | Rs. 30,000 |
| Payment Period | 10 months in an academic year |
| Annual Total | Rs. 3,00,000 |
| Nature of Engagement | Scheme-based |
| Engagement Period | Five years |
How to Apply for HPRCA Teacher Recruitment 2026?
[HPRCA Teacher Recruitment 2026 Apply Online: Click Here] (insert link; active from 10 November 2026, 10:00 AM)
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Visit the official HPRCA website.
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Register or log in with your credentials.
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Select Advertisement No. 14/2026 (Teacher Recruitment).
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Choose your subject post.
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Fill in your personal, educational and category details as per your certificates.
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Upload your photograph, signature and required documents.
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Pay the Rs. 800 application fee online.
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Submit the form and download a copy for future reference.
HPRCA Teacher Recruitment 2026 FAQs
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