RPSC RAS Recruitment 2026- Apply Online for 607 Lucrative State & Subordinate Vacancies (Advt No. 02/2026-27)
Rajasthan Public Service Commission (RPSC)
š Rajasthan
Application Started
03 July 2026
Age
18-45 Years
Min Qualification
Graduation
Location
Himachal Pradesh
The Himachal Pradesh Rajya Chayan Aayog (HPRCA), Hamirpur has released a fresh recruitment notification for the position of Job Trainee Junior Engineer (Civil). This is a prestigious opportunity for civil engineering graduates and diploma holders looking to establish a stable career within the Himachal Pradesh government framework. The recruitment is being conducted for the Directorate of Recruitment under a specialized Job Trainee Scheme-2025.
Selected candidates will serve as Job Trainees, contributing to the infrastructural development of the state. With 149 vacancies available, this drive offers a significant opening for technical professionals to secure a government role that provides a fixed monthly honorarium and the chance to work in one of Indiaās most scenic states.
Basic Schooling: Must have passed Matric or 10+2 from a recognized Board/University.
Technical Qualification: A Regular full-time Diploma in Civil Engineering OR a B.E./B.Tech Degree in Civil Engineering from an AICTE/UGC recognized institution.
Local Residency Rule: Candidates must have passed Matric and 10+2 from a school situated within Himachal Pradesh. Note: This condition is waived for Bonafide Himachalis.
Payments must be made through the Online Payment Gateway.
All Categories: ā¹800/- (Includes ā¹100 examination fee + ā¹700 processing fee).
Correction Fee:ā¹100/- (if any changes are made during the correction window).
Post Code | Post Name | Total Posts | Salary/Honorarium |
26016 | Junior Engineer (Civil) (Job Trainee) | 149 | ā¹23,500/- (Consolidated monthly) |
Category-wise Vacancy Breakdown:
General (Unreserved): 55
EWS: 19
General (WFF): 02
SC (UR): 30
SC (BPL): 05
SC (WFF): 01
OBC (UR): 25
OBC (BPL): 05
ST (UR): 05
ST (BPL): 02
Matriculation Certificate (for age proof).
10+2 Certificate.
Degree/Diploma Certificates in Civil Engineering along with all yearly/semester mark sheets.
Bonafide Himachali Certificate (if seeking relaxation/exemption from local schooling rules).
Category Certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS/WFF/BPL) on parental basis.
Latest Passport Size Photograph (not older than one month, Max 1 MB).
Scanned Signature (Max 1 MB).
Experience Certificate (if applicable and acquired after the basic qualification).
Visit the Official HPRCA Website and click on the apply now button.
One-Time Registration (OTR): Fill in your personal details, educational history, and work experience. Upload your photo and signature.
Complete Profile: Ensure all mandatory fields are filled; otherwise, you cannot proceed to the application stage.
Apply for Post: Find the link for "Junior Engineer (Civil)" under Post Code 26016 and click "Apply".
Exam District: Choose your preferred district for the examination from the dropdown menu.
Fee Payment: Pay the ā¹800/- fee via Debit Card, Credit Card, or Net Banking.
Submit & Print: Review your details, submit the form, and download a copy for your records.
The selection will be strictly merit-based through the following stages:
Computer Based Test (CBT) or OMR Sheet Test: A written screening exam consisting of multiple-choice questions.
Document Verification: Shortlisted candidates will be called to verify their original certificates and eligibility.
Final Merit List: Prepared based on the written test scores (normalized using the Z-Score Method if multiple shifts are held).
The test will be of 1.5 hours duration with 120 Multiple Choice Questions (1 mark each).
Subject Specific: Questions related to Civil Engineering (Diploma/Degree level).
General Knowledge: Includes Himachal Pradesh GK and Current Affairs.
General Aptitude: Everyday Science, Logical Reasoning, and Social Science.
Languages: General English and General Hindi (Matric Standard).
What is the last date to apply?
Ans: The last date to submit the online application is May 2, 2026.
Can candidates from other states apply?
Ans: Yes, but they will be treated as General Category candidates and must meet the schooling criteria unless they are Bonafide Himachalis.
Is there any negative marking?
Ans: The notification mentions 1 mark per question; however, always check the admit card for specific negative marking instructions.
What is the minimum qualifying mark?
Ans: 45% for General and 40% for reserved categories (SC/ST/OBC/WFF).
What is the salary for this post?
Ans: Selected Job Trainees will receive a fixed consolidated honorarium of ā¹23,500 per month.
Do I need to send a hard copy of the application?
Ans: No, HPRCA does not accept offline applications. You only need to bring the printed copy during document verification.
Can I correct mistakes in my form after submission?
Ans: Yes, a correction window will open for 7 days starting three days after the closing date, subject to a ā¹100 fee.
What is the Z-Score method?
Ans: It is a normalization formula used to ensure fairness if the exam is conducted in multiple shifts with varying difficulty levels.
Are B.Tech holders eligible?
Ans: Yes, both Regular Diploma and B.E./B.Tech Degree holders in Civil Engineering are eligible.
Is registration on the OTR portal mandatory?
Ans: Yes, you must complete the One-Time Registration before you can apply for any post