Great news for government job aspirants in Himachal Pradesh!
The Himachal Pradesh Rajya Chayan Aayog (HPRCA), Hamirpur, has officially released Advertisement No. 08/2025, inviting online applications for the recruitment of 530 Patwari (Job-Trainee) posts. This is one of the most awaited exams in the state.
If you are 12th pass and looking for a stable government career in the Revenue Department, here is everything you need to know about the HP Patwari 2025 exam, including eligibility, syllabus, exam dates, and the application process.
📅 Key Dates to Remember
Mark these dates on your calendar to ensure you don’t miss the deadline.
| Event | Date |
| Notification Release Date | 06.12.2025 |
| Online Application Starts | 12.12.2025 (10:00 AM) |
| Last Date to Apply | 16.01.2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Correction Window | Opens 3 days after closing date (for 7 days) |
| Exam Date | To be notified later |
Note: The website link will be disabled after 11:59 PM on 16.01.2026. Candidates are advised to apply well in advance to avoid the last-minute rush.
📝 Vacancy Details
The HPRCA has announced a total of 530 vacancies for the post of Patwari (State Cadre).
- Post Name: Patwari (Job-Trainee)
- Post Code: 25027
- Department: Director, Land Record, HP Shimla
- Salary: Consolidated fixed amount of ₹12,500/- PM during the training period.
Category-wise Breakup:
- General (UR): 210
- SC (UR): 100
- OBC (UR): 81
- EWS: 64
- ST (UR): 19
- Others (BPL/WFF): 56 (Various categories)
- Total: 530
HP PATWARI ONLINE COURSE 2026
✅ Eligibility Criteria
Before applying, ensure you meet the following requirements as of 16.01.2026.
1. Educational Qualification
- Candidates must have passed the 10+2 Examination (12th Class) or its equivalent from a recognized Board of School Education/University.
- Desirable: Knowledge of customs, manners, and dialects of Himachal Pradesh.
2. Age Limit (as on 01-01-2025)
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Maximum Age: 45 Years
- Age Relaxation: 5 years relaxation is applicable for SC, ST, OBC, PwD, and WFF candidates of Himachal Pradesh.
3. Bonafide Himachali
- Candidates must be a Bonafide Himachali or must have passed Matriculation and 10+2 from a school located in HP (if not a Bonafide Himachali).
📚 Exam Pattern & Syllabus
The selection will be based on a Computer Based Test (CBT) or Written Screening Test consisting of 120 Multiple Choice Questions.
- Total Marks: 120
- Duration: 1½ Hours (90 Minutes)
- Qualifying Marks: 45% for General Category | 40% for Reserved Categories.
Scope of Syllabus:
The objective type screening test will consist of 120 multiple-choice questions, with each question carrying 1 mark.
Syllabus:
i) Subjects(s)/field(s) upto the level of prescribed essential qualification(s) as notified in the advertisement.
=85 questions
ii) (a) General Knowledge including General Knowledge of Himachal Pradesh, Current Affairs.
(b) Everyday Science, Logical Reasoning, Social Science, General English & General Hindi of Matric Standard.
=35 questions
💰 Application Fees
Fees must be paid online via Credit Card, Debit Card, or Net Banking19.
| Category | Fee Details |
| General/UR | ₹800 (₹100 Exam Fee + ₹700 Processing Fee) |
| Correction Fee | ₹100 (If you need to edit the form later) |
(Please refer to the detailed notification for fee concessions for reserved categories).
💻 How to Apply
- Register: Visit the official website https://hprca.hp.gov.in and register on the One Time Registration (OTR) portal.
- Fill Application: Log in using your credentials and fill out the Online Recruitment Application (ORA).
- Upload Documents: Upload your latest scanned photograph, signature, and necessary certificates.
- Pay Fee: Pay the requisite examination fee online.
- Print: Download and print the application form for future reference (required during document verification).
⚠️ Important Instructions
- Normalization: If the exam is conducted in multiple shifts, scores will be normalized using the Z-Score Method
- Exam Center: HPRCA will try to allot your preferred center, but it reserves the right to change it.
- Valid Contact: Keep your Mobile Number and Email ID active throughout the selection process.
Ready to start your preparation?
The competition will be tough with 530 seats on the line. Ensure your documents are ready and apply as soon as the link activates on December 12th!
