The HP Assistant Staff Nurse Recruitment 2026 notification has been officially released by Himachal Pradesh Rajya Chayan Aayog (HPRCA), Hamirpur under Advertisement No. 03/2026. This recruitment drive is being conducted for engagement of Assistant Staff Nurse (ASN) posts in the Medical Education Department of Himachal Pradesh.
As per the official notification, online applications are invited from eligible female candidates only. Interested applicants can submit their Online Recruitment Application (ORA) through the official website hprca.hp.gov.in.
The online application process will start from 12 February 2026 (10:00 AM) and will remain open until 05 March 2026 (11:59 PM). Candidates are advised to complete the application process well before the last date to avoid technical issues.
This recruitment offers a valuable opportunity for qualified nursing professionals seeking government engagement in Himachal Pradesh.
📅 HP Assistant Staff Nurse Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement Number | 03/2026 |
| Notification Date | 10 February 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 12 February 2026 (10:00 AM) |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 05 March 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Correction Window | 7 days (after 3 working days from closing date) |
| Admit Card Release | To be notified |
| CBT Exam Date | To be notified |
📊 HP Assistant Staff Nurse Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Assistant Staff Nurse (ASN) | 390 |
Category-wise distribution (UR/SC/ST/OBC/EWS etc.) is provided in the official notification. Candidates must check their applicable category carefully before applying.
🎓 HP Assistant Staff Nurse Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
Candidates must possess:
- B.Sc. Nursing with minimum 50% marks
OR - GNM (General Nursing & Midwifery) with minimum 50% marks
Additionally:
- Qualification must be from a recognized University/Institution.
- Candidate must be registered with HP Nursing Registration Council (HPNRC), Shimla-06.
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Gender Requirement
- Applications are invited from female candidates only.
Age Limit (as on 01.01.2026)
- Minimum Age: 21 Years
- Maximum Age: 45 Years
Age relaxation will be applicable to SC/ST/OBC/PwD and other reserved categories as per Himachal Pradesh Government rules.
Bonafide Requirement
- Candidates claiming reservation benefits must be bona fide residents of Himachal Pradesh.
💰 Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| All Categories | ₹100 |
- Correction Fee (if applicable): ₹100
- Fee must be paid through the Online Payment Gateway only.
- No offline mode of payment is accepted.
🧪 HP Assistant Staff Nurse Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
The selection process for HP Assistant Staff Nurse Recruitment 2026 will consist of the following stages:
- Computer Based Test (CBT)
- Document Verification
CBT Pattern:
- Total Questions: 120 (Objective Type – MCQs)
- Duration: 2 Hours
- Each Question carries 1 mark
Syllabus Includes:
- Essential Nursing Qualification (Professional Subject)
- General Knowledge of Himachal Pradesh
- Current Affairs
- Everyday Science
- Logical Reasoning
- General English & General Hindi (Matric Standard)
In case the CBT is conducted in multiple shifts, normalization will be applied using the Z-Score Method.
💼 Salary & Engagement Details
Selected candidates will be engaged as Assistant Staff Nurses (ASN) under the Medical Education Department policy.
- Monthly Fixed Consolidated Honorarium: ₹25,000
- Initial Engagement Period: 5 Years
- The engagement is temporary in nature.
- No claim for regularization against sanctioned posts shall be entertained.
Other terms and conditions will be governed as per the policy notification.
📝 How to Apply for HP Assistant Staff Nurse Recruitment 2026
Follow the steps below to apply online:
- Visit the official website: http://hprca.hp.gov.in
- Click on “Sign Up” to complete One-Time Registration.
- Fill in personal details, educational qualifications, and other required information.
- Upload scanned photograph, signature, and required certificates.
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- Select the Assistant Staff Nurse post.
- Pay the application fee via online payment gateway.
- Submit the application form.
- Download and print the confirmation page for future reference.
Candidates must ensure all details are correct before final submission.
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⚠️ Important Instructions
- Only online applications will be accepted. Offline applications will be rejected.
- Candidates must read all instructions carefully before filling the ORA form.
- Eligibility will be determined as on 05 March 2026 (11:59 PM).
- Age will be calculated as on 01 January 2026.
- A correction window will be available for limited days after the closing date.
- Keep original certificates ready for document verification.
- Multiple applications for the same post may lead to rejection.
- Ensure that the application fee is successfully paid; otherwise, the form will be considered incomplete.
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the last date to apply for HP Assistant Staff Nurse Recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit the online application is 05 March 2026 (11:59 PM).
Who can apply for HP Assistant Staff Nurse 2026?
Only eligible female candidates with B.Sc. Nursing or GNM (minimum 50% marks) can apply.
What is the salary of HP Assistant Staff Nurse?
Selected candidates will receive a fixed consolidated honorarium of ₹25,000 per month.
What is the age limit for HP Assistant Staff Nurse Recruitment 2026?
The age limit is 21 to 45 years as on 01 January 2026.
What is the selection process for HP ASN 2026?
Selection will be based on a Computer Based Test (CBT) followed by document verification.
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