HPRCA Scientific Assistant Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 01 Post
Himachal Pradesh Rajya Chayan Ayog Hamirpur (HPRCA) invites applications for 01 Scientific Assistant post.
Online Application Start Date: 03 December 2025
Online Application End Date: 07 January 2026
Eligible candidates with BCA, B.Tech/B.E, M.Sc, or MCA qualifications can apply online through the HPRCA official website.
HPRCA Scientific Assistant Recruitment 2026 – Overview
HPRCA Hamirpur has released notification for recruitment of Scientific Assistant (Digital Forensics) post in Himachal Pradesh.
Candidates must meet educational, age, and experience eligibility criteria.
The post comes with Pay Band Rs. 10,300-34,800 + Rs. 4,200 Grade Pay (Level 8) along with allowances as per HP Government norms.
| Organisation | Himachal Pradesh Rajya Chayan Ayog Hamirpur (HPRCA) |
| Post Name | Scientific Assistant (Digital Forensics) |
| Total Posts | 01 |
| Salary / Pay Band | Rs. 10,300-34,800 + Rs. 4,200 Grade Pay (Level 8) + allowances |
| Qualification | Bachelor’s in Forensic Science / Medical (Chemistry subject) with 2 years analytical experience OR BCA, B.Tech/B.E, M.Sc, MCA |
| Age Limit | 18 to 45 years (Relaxation as per HP Govt rules) |
| Online Application Start Date | 03 December 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 07 January 2026 (05:00 PM) |
| Application Mode | Online via HPRCA ORA portal |
| Official Website | hprca.hp.gov.in |
Eligibility Criteria
- Bachelor’s degree in Forensic Science OR Bachelor’s (Medical) with Chemistry as subject with 2 years analytical experience from Govt Lab/University.
- Knowledge of Himachal Pradesh customs and dialects and suitability for appointment in the state.
- Must be registered on One Time Registration (OTR) portal before filling ORA form.
Age Limit
- Minimum: 18 years
- Maximum: 45 years
- Relaxation for SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwD/Ex-Servicemen as per HP Government rules
Application Fee
- General Category: ₹400/-
- SC/ST/OBC(E)/PwD/Ex-Servicemen: ₹100/-
- Payment Mode: Online only
Selection Process
- Screening Test (Objective Type – 200 Questions: 140 General Aptitude + 60 General Knowledge)
- Subject Aptitude Test (MCQs for skill)
- Typing Test (if applicable)
- Evaluation of documents for eligibility
- Final merit based on written test performance, normalized using Z-Score method if multiple shifts
- Document Verification
How to Apply
- Register on One Time Registration (OTR) portal.
- Visit HPRCA official website and fill the ORA form.
- Upload scanned documents and self-attested certificates.
- Pay application fee online.
- Submit ORA form before 07 January 2026 (05:00 PM).
- A correction window of 7 days will be open after the closing date for submission of ORAs (subject to fee).
Important Dates
| Event | Date & Time |
| Opening Date | 03 December 2025 |
| Closing Date | 07 January 2026 (05:00 PM) |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 07 January 2026 |
| Correction Window | 7 days after closing date |
Important Links
| Link | Action |
| Official Notification PDF | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
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