Great news for government job aspirants in Himachal Pradesh!
Himachal Pradesh Rajya Chayan Aayog (HPRCA), Hamirpur, has officially released the HP Patwari Recruitment 2025 Notification under Advertisement No. 08/2025 dated 06.12.2025. Applications are invited only through online mode for recruitment to 530 Patwari (Job-Trainee) posts in the Land Records Department, Himachal Pradesh.
Candidates searching for current government jobs in Himachal Pradesh should apply early to avoid last-minute server issues.
👉 Online application starts from 12 December 2025, 10:00 AM
👉 Last date to apply is 16 January 2026, 11:59 PM.
All eligible candidates can apply through the official website: https://hprca.hp.gov.in
If you are searching for current government jobs in HP and planning to apply for HP Patwari Recruitment 2025, this guide covers complete details about eligibility, age limits, vacancies, syllabus, and application process.

HP Patwari Recruitment 2025: Quick Overview
| PARTICULAR | DETAILS |
|---|---|
| Recruitment Agency | Himachal Pradesh Rajya Chayan Aayog (HPRCA), Hamirpur |
| Department | Directorate of Land Record, HP, Shimla-9 |
| Designation | Patwari – Job Trainee |
| Post Code | 25027 |
| Advt No. & Date | 08/2025 Dated 06.12.2025 |
| Application Start Date & Time | 12 December 2025 at 10:00 AM |
| Application Close Date & Time | 16 January 2025 at 10:00 AM |
| Total Post | 530 |
| Mode of Application | Online Recruitment Application (ORA) |
| Mode of Selection | Computer Based/Written Screening Test |
| Fee | Rs. 800/- Examination Fee Rs. 100/- Correction Fee |
| POST | POST CODE | No of POSTS |
|---|---|---|
| Patwari (Job Trainee) | 25027 | Gen(UR)-210, EWS-64, Gen(WFF)-06, SC(UR)-100, SC(BPL)-19, SC(WFF)-03, ST(UR)-19, ST(BPL)-06, ОBC(UR)-81, OBC(BPL)- 19, OBC(WFF)-03 |
| Total | 530 |
📅 HP Patwari Recruitment 2025: Key Dates
| DATE | DATE & TIME |
|---|---|
| Online Application Opening Date | 12 December 2025 at 10:00 AM |
| Online Application Closing Date | 16 January 2026 at 11:59 PM |
| Correction Window | 3 days after the closing date, for 7 days |
Applicants are advised to apply well in advance of the closing date to avoid a last-minute rush or server downtime. The link will be disabled after 11:59 PM on 16 January 2026.
🎓Eligibility Criteria
📝PATWARI (Post Code: 25027)
| POST | CATEGORY WISE |
|---|---|
| Patwari (Job Trainee) | GEN (UR) -210, EWS-64, GEN(WFF)-06, SC(UR)-100, SC(BPL)-19, SC(WFF)-03, ST(UR)-19, ST(BPL)-06, OBC(UR)-81, OBC(BPL)-19, OBC(WFF)- 03 |
| Total | 530 |
Essential Qualification:
- 10+2 or equivalent from a recognized Board of School Education/University.
Desirable Qualification:
- Knowledge of Customs, manners, and dialects of Himachal Pradesh.
- Suitability for appointment in peculiar conditions prevailing in the state.
- Knowledge of computers.
For non-bonafide Himachali, 10th & 12th must be passed from a school in Himachal Pradesh.
👥 Age Limit (as on 01-01-2025)
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age: 45 years
Age Relaxation: +5 years for SC/ST/OBC, PwD, Ex-servicemen, and Government employees (Himachal domicile only).
💰HP Patwari Salary Structure
During the training period, Patwari Job-Trainees will receive:
➡ ₹12,500 per month (fixed stipend)
After successful training & appointment → Regular pay scale as per HP Govt. norms.
🧾 Application Fees
| CATEGORY | APPLICATION FEE |
|---|---|
| All Categories | ₹800/- (₹ 100 Exam + ₹ 700 Processing) |
| Correction Fee: | ₹100/- |
Mode of Payment: Online only via Debit/Credit Card or Net Banking.
💻How to Apply Online
Follow the given steps to submit your application via HPRCA OTR:
- Visit the official HPRCA website 👉 https://hprca.hp.gov.in
- Register on the HPRCA One Time Registration (OTR) portal if you haven’t already.
- Click on “Apply Online” for the desired post under Advertisement No. 08/2025.
- Fill accurate personal details, upload photo & signature (JPG/JPEG/PNG, Max 1 MB).
- Pay the application fee through the online gateway.
- Submit the form and download a copy for future reference.
No offline applications will be accepted. Ensure that you keep your registered email and mobile number active throughout the recruitment process.
🧩 Selection Process
The HP Patwari Recruitment 2025 selection process involves a Computer-Based Test (CBT) / Written Screening Test of 100 marks and a 02 hour duration.
HP Patwari Syllabus & Exam Pattern:
- Total Questions: 120
- Total Marks: 120
- Duration: 1.5 Hours
- Subject/Field Concerned (essential qualification): 85 questions
- General Knowledge (HP + Current Affairs + English + Hindi + Logic + Science + Social Science): 35 questions
- Total: 120 questions × 1 mark = 120 marks
Qualifying Marks:
- General Category – 45 %
- SC/ST/OBC/WFF – 40 %
- (HPRCA may relax by 5 % if sufficient candidates are not available.)
📋 Document Verification & Admit Card
- Admit Cards will not be sent by post.
- Download them from the official website using your Application ID, name, and date of Birth.
- You must bring original documents + self-attested copies for verification at the time of documentation.
- Only provisionally admitted candidates can appear in the CBT.
- Documents required at the time of verification:
- Matriculation Certificate (for DOB & Name)
- 10+2 Certificate / Marksheet
- Bonafide Himachali Certificate (if applicable)
- Category Certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS/BPL/WFF)
- Photo ID Proof (Aadhaar, etc.)
- Printed Online Application Form
- Computer Knowledge Certificate (if applicable)
⚙️ Practice Centre for CBT Exam
To help applicants get familiar with the exam interface, HPRCA will provide a Practice Centre / Online Mock Link. Candidates are encouraged to use it to understand the pattern and navigation of the CBT.
🏛️Important Guidelines
- Apply well before the last date to avoid server rush.
- Keep your mobile number & email active until the recruitment is complete.
- Incorrect or incomplete forms will be rejected.
- Only online payments are accepted.
- Reserved category benefits apply only to HP residents.
- The eligibility date for qualification & experience is 16 January 2026.
- Only one application per post is allowed. Multiple submissions will be rejected.
- OBC, EWS, and BPL certificates must be valid both on the closing date and the date of document verification.
- All corrections after form submission will require a ₹ 100 fee during the correction window.
- The waiting list will remain valid for 1 year
- Any dispute is subject to the HP Court’s jurisdiction
- Policies may change as per the Government instructions
For queries, contact the HPRCA office at 📞 01972-222204 or 📧 hp-rca@hp.gov.in (10 AM – 5 PM).
🌐 Why This Recruitment Matters
This is one of the biggest HP government job openings under the Director of Land Records, Shimla, HP. HP Patwari jobs offer a reputed post with a decent salary and assured government job security. Candidates preparing for the government jobs in Himachal Pradesh should not miss the opportunity.
🏁 Final Thoughts
This is a golden opportunity for candidates looking for:
- HP Patwari Jobs
- Himachal Govt Jobs
- Stable career with a respectable post
Interested aspirants should prepare as per the HP Patwari syllabus 2025 and apply before the last date to avoid a last-minute rush.
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🔗 Quick Links
👉 Official Notification (PDF): https://hprca.hp.gov.in/advertisements
👉 Apply Online: https://hprca.hp.gov.in/login
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📝 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is HP Patwari Recruitment 2025?
It is a job notification released by the Himachal Pradesh Rajya Chayan Aayog (HPRCA), Hamirpur, inviting online applications for 530 Patwari (Job-Trainee) posts across the state. The recruitment is conducted for candidates aspiring for jobs in the Himachal government.
How can I apply for HP Patwari posts?
Applications can be submitted only online through the official website https://hprca.hp.gov.in
Candidates must first register on the One-Time Registration (OTR) portal, fill in their profile details, upload documents, and pay the required fees.
What are the important dates for HPRCA Patwari vacancies?
• Start of Online Application: 12 December 2025 (10:00 AM)
• Last Date of Online Application: 16 January 2026 (11:59 PM)
• Correction Window: Opens 3 working days after the closing date, for 7 days
Exam dates will be notified on the official HPRCA website.
What is the Patwari Salary in HP?
Patwari Job-Trainees will receive a fixed stipend of ₹12,500 per month during training. After successful completion, they will be appointed in Himachal Pradesh Govt posts under the state cadre with regular pay scale as per government rules.
What is the HP Patwari syllabus?
The syllabus includes:
• General Knowledge (Himachal Pradesh GK + India GK + Current Affairs)
• Everyday Science
• Logical Reasoning
• Social Science
• General English & Hindi (Matric Standard)
Total Questions: 120 | Total Marks: 120
What does HPRCA stand for?
HPRCA stands for Himachal Pradesh Rajya Chayan Ayog.
What is the HPRCA Hamirpur contact no?
01972-222204 is the contact number of HPRCA, Hamirpur. Please call during official working time and on working days only.
Can candidates from other states apply for the HPRCA Hamirpur Exams?
Yes, but they will be treated as General (UR) and will not receive reservation benefits.
Where can I find official updates and notifications?
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