HPRCA Teacher Recruitment 2026 – 2423 Vacancies for CBSE Affiliated Schools in Himachal Pradesh

Vacancies: 2423 · Posts: 15 designation(s) · Type: Scheme-based temporary engagement · Mode: Online · Fee: ₹800 · Apply: 10 November 2026 to 5 December 2026 · Honorarium: ₹30,000 per month (10 months) · Selection: Computer Based Test (120 marks) · Location: Himachal Pradesh

Himachal Pradesh Rajya Chayan Aayog (HPRCA), Hamirpur, has released Advertisement No. 14/2026 dated 2 November 2026 for scheme-based engagement of teachers in CBSE-affiliated Government schools of Himachal Pradesh. The official notice PDF is available on the HPRCA website and can be read in full before applying.

This recruitment covers 2423 posts across 15 subjects under fixed-honorarium schemes. English and Mathematics Teachers are governed by the Sub-Scheme under Notification No. EDN-B-A(1)-3/2025 dated 19 January 2026, while other subjects follow the Scheme for Engagements of Teachers in Government Schools Affiliated to CBSE notified on 1 April 2026.

Online applications open on the official HPRCA portal (https://hprca.hp.gov.in) from 10 November 2026 (10:00 AM) and close on 5 December 2026 (11:59 PM). Candidates must complete One-Time Registration (OTR) first. A four-day correction window opens after the closing date on payment of the prescribed fee. No offline applications are accepted.

⚠️ Application Alerts: check these before you submit the form.

• 🎯 Matriculation and 10+2 must be from a school/institution situated within Himachal Pradesh. This condition does not apply to Bonafide Himachalis.
• 🎯 Reserved-category candidates (SC/ST/OBC etc.) from other States are treated as General (UR) and get no reservation or fee concession.
• 🎯 Category certificates (OBC NCL, BPL, EWS, WFF) must remain valid on both the closing date and the date of document verification.

📋 Official Source Chain: where the facts in this article were confirmed.

• Official notice: Advertisement No. 14/2026, dated 02.11.2026 — HPRCA Advertisement No. 14/2026 PDF
• Official application route: Online only via https://hprca.hp.gov.in (after OTR)
• Official updates page: HPRCA Official Website
• Last checked: 2 November 2026, 8:41 PM IST

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Who Should Apply? (Quick Eligibility Check)

• Master’s degree in the subject + B.Ed (minimum marks as printed) + TET (HPBOSE or authorised agency) + proficiency in Hindi and English: English Teacher (187), Mathematics Teacher (281), Teacher (Hindi) (187), Teacher (Political Science) (156), Teacher (History) (156), Teacher (Economics) (156), Teacher (Physics) (95), Teacher (Chemistry) (95), Teacher (Biology) (187), Teacher (Sanskrit) (187), Teacher (Music) (95), Teacher (Commerce) (187) – 1969 posts.
• B.E./B.Tech in Computer Science/IT (or related routes including MCA, M.Sc. Computer Science, PG Diploma or DOEACC B/C level) with minimum 50% marks + proficiency in Hindi and English: Teacher (Computer) (95) – 95 posts.
• B.P.Ed / BPE / related degrees meeting NCTE norms + M.P.Ed / M.A. Physical Education + proficiency in Hindi and English: Teacher (Physical Education) (187) – 187 posts.
• Master’s in Fine Arts/Visual Arts (Painting and Sculpture) with 50% marks, or Higher Secondary + 5-year full-time / 7-year part-time Diploma in Fine Art/Painting with 50% marks: Teacher (Fine Arts) (172) – 172 posts.
• SC/ST/OBC candidates of Himachal Pradesh get 5% relaxation in minimum educational marks where printed.
• Age between 18 and 45 years as on 1 January 2026.
• Bonafide Himachalis are exempt from the Matriculation and 10+2 “school in Himachal Pradesh” condition.
• Candidates of reserved categories from other States are treated as Unreserved.

This is a quick route finder — check the detailed eligibility below before applying.

Important Dates

Quick Overview – HPRCA Teacher Recruitment 2026

• Organisation: Himachal Pradesh Rajya Chayan Aayog, Hamirpur (HPRCA)
• Sector: State Government – School Education (Scheme-based)
• Recruitment / Exam Name: Scheme-based engagement of Teachers in CBSE-affiliated schools
• Notification / Advertisement No.: 14/2026
• Post(s): English Teacher, Mathematics Teacher, Teacher (Hindi), Teacher (Political Science), Teacher (History), Teacher (Economics), Teacher (Physics), Teacher (Chemistry), Teacher (Biology), Teacher (Sanskrit), Teacher (Computer), Teacher (Music), Teacher (Commerce), Teacher (Physical Education), Teacher (Fine Arts)
• Total Vacancies: 2423 (15 designations)
• Job Location: Himachal Pradesh (CBSE-affiliated Government schools and other Government schools as per requirement)
• Job Type / Nature: Scheme-based temporary engagement for five (05) years – not against sanctioned posts; no right of regularisation; not a Government employee
• Honorarium: Fixed ₹30,000 per month payable for 10 months in an academic year
• Contract Duration: Five (05) years
• Apply Between: 10 November 2026 to 5 December 2026
• Apply Online: HPRCA Official Portal (opens 10 November 2026)
• Notification PDF: HPRCA Advertisement No. 14/2026
• Official Portal: HPRCA Official Website

What Posts Are Available? – HPRCA Teacher Vacancy 2026

The notice prints a category-wise breakdown for each post. Totals below match the printed figures.

Category-wise Vacancies

Category breakup is printed post-wise in the notice (Gen(UR), EWS, Gen(WFF), SC(WFF), SC(UR), SC(BPL), OBC(WFF), OBC(UR), OBC(BPL), ST(UR), ST(BPL)). Full figures appear in the official PDF. Totals are as listed above.

Who Is Eligible for HPRCA Teacher 2026? – Education, Age & Domicile

Nationality, Domicile & Basic Requirements

• Nationality: Not separately restricted beyond the Himachal Pradesh school-location condition.
• Domicile / local condition: Eligible for appointment only if Matriculation and 10+2 are from any school/institution situated within Himachal Pradesh. This condition shall not apply to bona fide Himachalis.
• Category scope: Reservation is State-specific and regulated by the Reservation Policy of the Government of Himachal Pradesh. Benefit of reservation is admissible only to bona fide residents of Himachal Pradesh. Candidates of reserved categories of other States are treated as General (UR).

Educational Qualification

• English Teacher (Post Code 26046): M.A./M.Sc. English with 50% marks at Graduation level AND B.Ed. (B.A.B.Ed./B.Com.B.Ed/B.Sc.B.Ed. eligible) with English as a compulsory subject in B.Ed. Applicant must have passed Graduation (including B.Ed.) with a minimum of 50% marks AND at least 55% marks in English at the graduation level and passed TET conducted by HP Board of School Education, Dharamshala or any other Agency authorised by the Government. SC/ST/OBC: at least 45% in graduation (and 45% in B.Ed.) AND 50% in English at graduation level.
• Mathematics Teacher (Post Code 26047): M.A./M.Sc. Mathematics with at least 50% marks at Graduation level AND B.Ed with Mathematics as a compulsory subject in B.Ed. Graduation (including B.Ed.) minimum 50% marks AND at least 55% marks in Mathematics at Graduation level + TET. SC/ST/OBC: 45% in graduation (and B.Ed.) AND 50% in Mathematics at the graduation level.
• Teacher (Hindi), Teacher (Political Science), Teacher (History), Teacher (Economics), Teacher (Physics), Teacher (Chemistry), Teacher (Biology), Teacher (Sanskrit), Teacher (Music), Teacher (Commerce): Master’s Degree in the subject concerned from a recognised University (minimum 50% marks in aggregate) + Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) from a recognised University/Institution with minimum 50% marks + TET conducted by HPBOSE Dharamshala or authorised agency + Proficiency in teaching Hindi and English. Subject-specific branches are printed (e.g., Economics/Applied Economics/Business Economics; Physics/Electronics/Nuclear Physics; Chemistry/Biochemistry; Botany/Zoology/Life Science etc. with Botany and Zoology at Graduation for Biology; Accountancy/Financial Accountancy and Income Tax/MFC for Commerce; Vocal/Instrumental for Music). Relaxation up to 5% in minimum educational qualifications for SC/ST/OBC/PWD categories of H.P.
• Teacher (Computer) (Post Code 26056): B.E. or B.Tech. in Computer Science/Information Technology with minimum 50% marks; OR B.E./B.Tech. (any stream) + Post Graduate Diploma in Computer Science/Technology/Applications with 50%; OR M.Sc. (Computer Science)/MCA with 50%; OR Post Graduate Degree in Mathematics/Physics + Post Graduate Diploma in Computer Science/Applications with 50%; OR “B” or “C” level course from DOEACC Society with 50%. Proficiency in teaching Hindi and English. 5% relaxation for SC/ST/OBC/PWD of H.P.
• Teacher (Physical Education) (Post Code 26059): B.P.Ed. or BPE or B.Sc. in Health and Physical Education and Degree in Sports with at least 55% marks as per NCTE Regulations 2009; OR at least 50% marks in B.P.Ed. degree/B.P.Ed. (Integrated) 4 years as per NCTE Regulations 2007; OR B.P.Ed. with at least 55% marks in B.P.Ed. course of 3 years duration with at least 50% marks as per NCTE Regulations 2002; OR Diploma in Physical Education (DPEd) one year as per NCTE norms. AND M.P.Ed./M.A. Physical Education of at least 2 years duration from any NCTE-recognised institution. Proficiency in teaching Hindi and English. 5% relaxation for SC/ST/OBC/PWD of H.P.
• Teacher (Fine Arts) (Post Code 26060): Master’s Degree in Fine Arts/Visual Arts (Painting and sculpture) with at least 50% marks from a recognised University; OR Higher Secondary/Intermediate/Senior School Certificate Examination with minimum 5 years (full time)/7 years part-time Diploma in Fine Art/Painting from recognised Universities or Institute with at least 50% marks. 5% relaxation for SC/ST/OBC/PWD of H.P.
• Qualification must be held by: Closing date for submission of ORA, i.e. 5 December 2026, till 11:59 PM.
• Minimum marks: As printed against each post (generally 50% aggregate in Master’s/B.Ed., with subject-specific higher percentages for English and Mathematics; 5% relaxation for SC/ST/OBC/PWD of H.P. where stated).

What Is the Age Limit? (as on 1 January 2026)

Examples:

• ✅ A 30-year-old candidate born on 1 January 1996 — eligible (as on 1 January 2026).
• ❌ A 46-year-old candidate born on 1 January 1980 — not eligible (one full year over the limit).

Use our Age Eligibility Calculator to check instantly.

Reservation & PwBD Suitability

• Reservation: State-specific as per Himachal Pradesh Reservation Policy. Benefit only to bona fide residents of Himachal Pradesh. EWS posts are de-reserved to non-EWS Unreserved if an EWS candidate is not available. Meritorious reserved-category candidates who enter on relaxed standards are considered only against their reserved category.
• PwBD: Eligible PwBD/PwD candidates with functional limitations in writing may apply for scribe/reader from HPRCA panel, technological assistance and/or compensatory time (20 minutes per complete hour on pro-rata basis) by submitting the prescribed proforma at least 15 days before CBT. Continuous CCTV surveillance applies. No request for change of scribe at centre.
• State-specific categories: SC, ST, OBC (NCL), EWS, BPL, Ward of Freedom Fighters (WFF) of Himachal Pradesh only.

What Is the Honorarium? – Fixed Monthly Remuneration

Fixed honorarium/remuneration of ₹30,000/- per month payable for 10 months in an academic year for all posts under the respective schemes. No other pay scale, DA, or regular service benefits apply.

Teachers are not Government employees. Government medical rules for reimbursement are not applicable. Period of engagement is not counted for any purpose/service benefits.

What Is the Application Fee?

Payment mode: Online Payment Gateway only (Credit Card/Debit Card/Net Banking). No other mode is acceptable. The fee, once paid, is neither refunded nor held in reserve for any other examination.

How to Apply? (Step-by-Step)

The HPRCA Teacher online form 2026 is filled at https://hprca.hp.gov.in from 10 November 2026 to 5 December 2026.

Step 0: Register on HPRCA Portal

Complete One-Time Registration (OTR) by providing personal information, educational qualifications, work experience (if any), uploading a recent photograph and signature, and relevant supporting documents. Only users with a completed profile can apply.

1. Open the HPRCA Official Portal (opens 10 November 2026).
2. Sign up and complete OTR if not already done.
3. Select the desired post and preferred exam district(s).
4. Upload the latest passport-size photograph (not older than one month, JPG/JPEG/PNG, max 1 MB) and scanned signature.
5. Pay the fee of ₹800 through the online payment gateway.
6. Submit and save the confirmation. Download the application for future reference.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

• Applying without completing OTR first.
• Uploading a photograph older than one month or exceeding size limits.
• Submitting more than one application for the same post.
• Ignoring the requirement for valid category certificates on both the closing date and the document verification date.
• Forgetting to select preferred exam district.

What Can Get Your Application Rejected?

HPRCA शिक्षक भर्ती 2026 – 2423 पद

अंतिम तिथि: 5 दिसंबर 2026 (रात 11:59 बजे)।
कौन आवेदन कर सकता है: मास्टर डिग्री + B.Ed + TET (अधिकांश विषयों के लिए) या कंप्यूटर/फाइन आर्ट्स/पीई के लिए निर्धारित योग्यता। आयु 18–45 वर्ष (1 जनवरी 2026 को)।
कैसे आवेदन करें: hprca.hp.gov.in पर 10 नवंबर से ऑनलाइन।
मानदेय: ₹30,000 प्रति माह (10 महीने)।
चयन: कंप्यूटर आधारित टेस्ट (120 अंक)।

How Are Candidates Selected?

1. Computer-based test (CBT) / written screening test of 120 marks of 1½ hours duration (or as decided by the Aayog).
2. Objective-type screening test consisting of 120 multiple-choice questions, each carrying 1 mark.
3. Subjects/field(s) up to the level of prescribed essential qualifications + General Knowledge (including Himachal Pradesh), Current Affairs, Everyday Science, Logical Reasoning, Social Science, General English & General Hindi of Matric standard.
4. Minimum qualifying marks: at least 45% for General category and 40% for SC/ST/OBC/WFF. May be relaxed by a maximum of 5% if the number of qualified candidates is less than the number of posts.
5. Document verification of shortlisted candidates. Waiting panel prepared category-wise as per printed percentages.
6. In case of multiple shifts, scores are normalised using the Z-Score Method (Mean and Standard Deviation Method).

Tie-break: Not separately printed beyond normalisation and merit.

What Is the Exam Pattern?

Negative marking: Not printed in the notice.

Detailed syllabus has already been uploaded on the HPRCA official website in the download section.

Where Is the Exam Held?

Centres are liable to be changed at the discretion of HPRCA. The preferred exam district is selected at application; HPRCA may allot any district/centre due to node availability.

The SahisarkariJobs.in Analyst's Take – Is This Recruitment for You?

With 2423 posts, the largest single HPRCA Teacher cycle in recent years, Mathematics alone accounts for 281 seats — the single biggest subject. A candidate with a Master’s in Mathematics + B.Ed + TET therefore competes in a relatively large pool, while Fine Arts (172) and several science subjects (95 each) are smaller. The fixed ₹30,000 for only 10 months and the explicit 5-year temporary, non-regularisable nature mean the engagement is closer to a contractual teaching assignment than a regular State cadre post.

Best fit: Candidates who already hold the subject Master’s + B.Ed + TET (or the specific Computer/PE/Fine Arts routes), are bona fide Himachalis or have studied Matric and 10+2 in Himachal Pradesh, and are comfortable with a fixed-term scheme post without regularisation prospects.

Skip if: You need a regular government teacher post with pension, leave rules and medical reimbursement, or you do not meet the school-location or TET conditions.

Practical tip: Complete OTR well before 10 November and keep category certificates valid through document verification; the correction window is only four days and costs an extra ₹100.

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What Documents Are Required?

At Application

• Matriculation certificate (age proof).
• Degree/Diploma certificates and mark sheets of all years/semesters for essential qualifications.
• TET certificate (where required).
• Latest passport-size photograph (not older than 1 month) and signature.
• Category certificates (SC/ST/OBC NCL/BPL/EWS/WFF) on prescribed formats if claiming reservation.

At Document Verification / Joining

• Downloaded online application form.
• Original certificates and self-attested photocopies of all qualifications, TET, category certificates (must be valid), experience (if any, acquired after basic qualification).
• Written declaration regarding past convictions and all criminal cases/FIRs.
• Any other certificates required to prove recognition of the institution.

⚠️ Document Alert Specific to This Recruitment

• OBC (NCL), BPL and EWS certificates must be valid both on 5 December 2026 and on the date of document verification.
• SC/ST/OBC certificates must be on a parental basis.
• Photograph must not be older than one month.

What Are the Contract Terms & Conditions?

• Purely scheme-based temporary engagement for a period of five (05) years.
• Not against any sanctioned posts; no right of regularisation against any vacant sanctioned posts of the Education Department.
• Teachers shall not be deemed Government employees in any manner.
• Governed only by the terms of the respective scheme (Annexure-X or Annexure-1).
• Service rules (CCS/CCA/Leave/Pension) do not apply.
• Period of engagement is not counted for any purpose/service benefits.
• Liable to be posted in any CBSE-affiliated Government school as well as other Government schools as per requirement.
• Government medical reimbursement rules do not apply.
• Number of teachers under the scheme may be changed by the Government if required.

What Happens After Selection?

1. Document verification of shortlisted candidates.
2. Recommendation by HPRCA to the Appointing Authority.
3. Engagement under the scheme for five years.
4. Waiting list (panel) remains valid for one year from the date of recommendation.

How Do Answer Keys & Objections Work?

Provisional answer key of CBT will be uploaded after freezing of answer sheets. Seven days will be given for objections. A non-refundable fee of ₹200 is charged for every challenge. Objections are vetted by an expert panel, and the result is finalised as per the revised answer key. No rechecking/re-evaluation is entertained.

General Instructions & Important Rules

• Candidates must visit the website regularly for roll numbers, admit cards and updates.
• Only one application per post is allowed.
• Fee once paid is non-refundable.
• HPRCA may club posts having the same essential qualification before the closing date.
• HPRCA reserves the right to change terms, rectify errors, or cancel the recruitment.
• Persons in regular Government service must inform their Head of Office; NOC may be required.

Contact & Helpline

HPRCA Reception Counter, Hamirpur. Phone: 01972-222204. Email: hp-rcac@hp.gov.in. Working hours: 10:00 AM to 05:00 PM. Official website: HPRCA.

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Important Links – HPRCA Teacher Notification 2026

FAQs – HPRCA Teacher 2026

What is the last date to apply for HPRCA Teacher Recruitment 2026?

5 December 2026 till 11:59 PM. Online applications open on 10 November 2026 at 10:00 AM on https://hprca.hp.gov.in.

What is the age limit for HPRCA Mathematics Teacher?

18 to 45 years as on 1 January 2026 for all posts.

Is there an exam for HPRCA Teacher posts, or is it interview-based?

Yes. Computer-based test (CBT) or written screening test of 120 marks of 1½ hours duration. No interview is mentioned.

What is the honorarium for Teacher posts in this recruitment?

Fixed ₹30,000 per month payable for 10 months in an academic year.

Can final-year students apply for this recruitment?

No. Essential qualifications must be held by the closing date of 5 December 2026.

Is this Teacher post a permanent government job?

No. It is a purely scheme-based temporary engagement for five years. There is no right of regularisation, and teachers are not Government employees.

Can candidates from outside Himachal Pradesh apply?

Yes, but Matriculation and 10+2 must be from a school in Himachal Pradesh (except for bona fide Himachalis). Reserved-category candidates from other States are treated as General (UR).

Where will selected candidates be posted?

Any CBSE-affiliated Government school as well as other Government schools in Himachal Pradesh, as per the requirement of the department.

What is the application fee?

₹800 for all categories (₹100 examination fee + ₹700 processing fee). The correction fee is ₹100.

Is TET mandatory?

Yes for most posts (English, Mathematics and the majority of subject Teachers). Computer, Physical Education and Fine Arts have their own qualification routes without a universal TET requirement printed in the same way.

Before You Apply: Quick Self-Check

• You meet the age condition as on 1 January 2026 and qualify by 5 December 2026.
• You meet the condition that decides this recruitment: subject-specific Master’s + B.Ed + TET (or the printed alternative for Computer/PE/Fine Arts) and the Matric/10+2 school-location rule (or Bonafide Himachali status).
• You can produce every document and certificate the notice requires at verification, including valid category certificates.
• You are ready for the selection stage that applies to your post: CBT of 120 marks.
• You accept the posting terms: any CBSE-affiliated or other Government school in Himachal Pradesh.
• You understand this is a fixed-term scheme engagement for five years, not a permanent post.
• You accept the remuneration (₹30,000 per month for 10 months) and the benefits the notice excludes (no regular service rules, no medical reimbursement, no pension).
• You have read the termination and scheme-change clauses.

📄 Primary source: Advertisement No. 14/2026, Himachal Pradesh Rajya Chayan Aayog, Hamirpur, dated 02.11.2026 (linked under Important Links). The recruitment facts above come from that notice; tips and estimates are labelled where they appear.