HPRCA Pharmacist Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 41 Posts

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• The latest Himachal Pradesh Rajya Chayan Aayog (HPRCA) Recruitment 2026 has been announced for Pharmacist (Allopathy) Job Trainee posts! Published at hprca.hp.gov.in, this new recruitment drive offers 41 openings for eligible candidates. Applicants within the 18-45 years age group and possessing 10+2 in Science + Degree/Diploma in Pharmacy with registration can apply online from 28-04-2026 to 20-05-2026. Find all details about the HPRCA Pharmacist (Allopathy) Job Trainee new vacancy 2026, including eligibility, online form, and notification PDF here.

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HPRCA Pharmacist (Allopathy) Job Trainee Recruitment 2026 Overview

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HPRCA Pharmacist (Allopathy) Job Trainee Recruitment 2026 Important Dates

HPRCA Pharmacist (Allopathy) Job Trainee Vacancy 2026

• Category-wise vacancies have been announced. Total 41 posts (State Cadre). The number of vacancies is tentative and may increase or decrease.

HPRCA Pharmacist (Allopathy) Job Trainee Eligibility Criteria 2026

• Educational Qualification: 10+2 in Science + Degree or Diploma in Pharmacy from a recognized University/Institution + Must be registered with the Pharmacy Council of the concerned State/Central Government.
• Age Limit (as on 01.01.2026): 18-45 years. Upper age relaxation up to 5 years for SC/ST/OBC/PwD/Ex-Servicemen of HP (maximum 45 years in any case).
• Other Conditions: Candidate must have passed Matriculation and 10+2 from any School/Institution situated in HP (not applicable to Bonafide Himachalis).

HPRCA Pharmacist (Allopathy) Job Trainee Application Fee

• All Categories: ₹800/- (₹100/- Examination Fee + ₹700/- Processing Fee)
• Correction Fee: ₹100/- (during correction window)

HPRCA Pharmacist (Allopathy) Job Trainee Selection Process

• Computer Based Test (CBT) / Written Screening Test of 120 marks (1½ hours duration).
• Minimum qualifying marks: 45% for General, 40% for SC/ST/OBC/WFF.
• Final selection on merit. Document verification of shortlisted candidates.
• Normalization of scores (Z-Score Method) in case of multiple shifts.

How to Apply

• Register on One Time Registration (OTR) portal.
• Fill Online Recruitment Application (ORA) on https://hprca.hp.gov.in
• Upload photograph, signature and complete profile details.
• Pay application fee online.
• Correction window will be opened after closing date (subject to fee).

Important Instructions for Candidates

• Only online applications will be accepted. No offline applications will be entertained.
• Candidates must register on OTR portal before filling ORA.
• Application fee once paid will not be refunded.
• Canvassing in any form will lead to disqualification.
• HPRCA reserves the right to cancel/modify the recruitment process at any stage.

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Q1. How many vacancies are there in HPRCA Pharmacist (Allopathy) Job Trainee Recruitment 2026?

• Himachal Pradesh Rajya Chayan Aayog has announced 41 state‑cadre vacancies for Pharmacist (Allopathy) – Job Trainee, distributed across General, EWS, WFF, WEXM, SC, OBC and ST categories as per the official notification.

Q3. What is the educational qualification required for HPRCA Pharmacist (Allopathy) Job Trainee posts?

• Candidates must have 10+2 in Science from a recognised Board plus a Degree or Diploma in Pharmacy from a recognised University/Institution and must be registered with the Pharmacy Council of the concerned State or Central Government.

Q4. What is the age limit for HPRCA Pharmacist (Allopathy) Job Trainee Recruitment 2026?

• The age limit is 18 to 45 years as on 01 January 2026, with upper age relaxation up to 5 years for SC/ST/OBC/PwD/Ex‑Servicemen of Himachal Pradesh and HP Government employees, but the effective upper age shall not exceed 45 years in any case.

Q6. What is the application fee for HPRCA Pharmacist (Allopathy) Job Trainee 2026?

• For all categories, the total fee is ₹800 per application, comprising ₹100 Examination Fee + ₹700 Processing Fee, payable online only; during the correction window, an additional ₹100 correction fee is charged per candidate.

Q7. What is the selection process and exam pattern for HPRCA Pharmacist (Allopathy) Job Trainee?

• Selection is through a Computer Based Test (CBT) / Written Screening Test of 120 marks with 1½ hours duration, followed by document verification of shortlisted candidates. Minimum qualifying marks are 45% for General and 40% for SC/ST/OBC/WFF candidates, and normalisation (Z‑Score method) will be applied if the exam is held in multiple shifts.

Q8. How are the 41 Pharmacist (Allopathy) Job Trainee vacancies distributed category‑wise?

• As per the state‑cadre vacancy table, posts are earmarked for Gen (UR), EWS, Gen (WFF), Gen (WEXM), SC (UR), SC (WEXM), OBC (UR), OBC (WEXM), ST (UR) and ST (WEXM), ensuring representation to economically weaker sections, ex‑servicemen and reserved categories in line with HP Government reservation policy.

Q10. What is the salary / remuneration for HPRCA Pharmacist (Allopathy) Job Trainee posts?

• Selected candidates will be engaged as Job Trainee on a consolidated fixed amount of ₹18,000 per month under the Job Trainee Scheme‑2025, for a state‑cadre post, with other terms and benefits governed by the scheme’s guidelines.