The HP Rajya Chayan Aayog (HPRCA), Hamirpur has notified 176 vacancies for the post of Operation Theatre Assistant (Job Trainee) – Post Code 26008. Vacancies are spread across the Department of Health Services, HP (145 posts) and Department of Medical Education & Research, HP (31 posts). The consolidated fixed pay is ₹18,000/- per month. Candidates with the required OTA qualification and HP Paramedical Council registration can apply online at hprca.hp.gov.in from 10 March to 04 April 2026.
HPRCA Operation Theatre Assistant (Job Trainee) 2026 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | HP Rajya Chayan Aayog (HPRCA), Hamirpur |
| Advertisement No. | 04/2026 | Dated: 28.02.2026 |
| Post Name | Operation Theatre Assistant (Job Trainee) |
| Post Code | 26008 |
| Department | Department of Health Services, HP & Department of Medical Education & Research, HP |
| Nature of Appointment | Job Trainee (as per Job Trainee Scheme-2025) |
| Fixed Pay / Emoluments | ₹18,000/- per month (consolidated fixed) |
| Application Start Date | 10 March 2026 (10:00 AM) |
| Last Date to Apply | 04 April 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Application Fee | ₹800/- (all categories) — Non-refundable |
| Selection Process | CBT/Written Test (120 marks, 1½ hrs) |
| Age Limit | 18–45 years (as on 01.01.2026) |
| Official Website | hprca.hp.gov.in |
Important Dates
Vacancy Details
| Department | Category-wise Vacancies | Total |
|---|---|---|
| Department of Health Services, HP | Gen(UR)-02, EWS-15, Gen(WEXM)-27, Gen(WFF)-03, SC(UR)-30, SC(BPL)-07, SC(WEXM)-10, SC(WFF)-02, ST(UR)-02, ST(WEXM)-03, ST(BPL)-02, OBC(UR)-28, OBC(BPL)-07, OBC(WEXM)-06, OBC(WFF)-01 | 145 |
| Department of Medical Education & Research, HP | Gen(UR)-13, EWS-04, SC(UR)-06, SC(BPL)-01, ST(UR)-01, OBC(UR)-05, OBC(BPL)-01 | 31 |
| Grand Total | 176 | |
Eligibility Criteria
| Type | Details |
|---|---|
| Essential (i) | 10+2 with Science (Physics, Chemistry and Biology) with 50% marks from a recognized Board of School Education/Institution AND Must have passed OTA Training Course from a recognized Institution by the State Government OR B.Sc. Degree in Medical Technology (Anesthesia & OT Techniques) from HP University or equivalent Degree recognized by the State Government. Persons holding Graduate Degree in Medical Technology (Anesthesia & OT Techniques) will be preferred. |
| Essential (ii) | Should be registered with HP Paramedical Council |
| Essential (iii) | Eligible for appointment to Class-III posts — must have passed Matriculation and 10+2 from any School/Institution situated in HP (does not apply to Bonafide Himachalis) |
| Desirable | Knowledge of customs, manners and dialects of Himachal Pradesh |
| Age Category | Age Limit (as on 01.01.2026) |
|---|---|
| General (UR) | 18–45 years |
| SC / ST / OBC / PwD / HP Govt. Employees (HP Domicile) | 18–50 years (5 years relaxation) |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| All Categories (No exemption for any category) | ₹800/- — Non-refundable | Online payment only |
| Correction Window Fee | ₹100/- |
Selection Process
Selection for Operation Theatre Assistant (Job Trainee) – Post Code 26008 will be through a Computer Based Test (CBT) / Written Screening Test of 120 marks in 1½ hours (objective type MCQ — 1 mark per question). Minimum qualifying marks: 45% for General, 40% for SC/ST/OBC/WFF. In case of multiple CBT shifts, scores will be normalized using the Z-Score Method. Final merit list will be prepared on the basis of CBT score followed by document verification.
How to Apply
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. How many vacancies are there for HPRCA OTA 2026?
Ans. A total of 176 vacancies — 145 under Department of Health Services and 31 under Department of Medical Education & Research, HP.
Q2. What is the pay for Operation Theatre Assistant (Job Trainee)?
Ans. The consolidated fixed pay is ₹18,000/- per month. This is a Job Trainee post, not a regular appointment.
Q3. What qualification is required for Post Code 26008?
Ans. 10+2 with Science (50% marks) + OTA Training Course from a State Govt. recognized institution, OR B.Sc. in Medical Technology (Anesthesia & OT Techniques). Registration with HP Paramedical Council is mandatory.
Q4. What is the last date to apply?
Ans. 04 April 2026 (11:59 PM) at hprca.hp.gov.in.