HPRCA JE Exam Date 2026 Out: Check Junior Engineer, Teacher Posts CBT Schedule, Shift Timings & Admit Card
The Himachal Pradesh Rajya Chayan Aayog (HPRCA) has officially announced the HPRCA JE Exam Date 2026 for the recruitment of Junior Engineer (Civil) and several teaching and technical posts. According to the latest examination schedule, the Computer-Based Test (CBT) will be conducted on 9 August 2026 in three shifts. Candidates can download their admit cards approximately one week before the examination from the official HPRCA portal.
The revised CBT schedule also includes examinations for Teacher (Fine Arts), Teacher (Psychology) and Operation Theatre Assistant posts.
HPRCA JE Exam 2026 Highlights
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruitment Authority | Himachal Pradesh Rajya Chayan Aayog (HPRCA) |
| Post | Junior Engineer (Civil) |
| Total Vacancies | 149 |
| Exam Mode | Computer-Based Test (CBT) |
| Exam Date | 9 August 2026 |
| Exam Shifts | Three |
| Selection Process | CBT + Document Verification |
| Official Website | hprca.hp.gov.in |
HPRCA JE Exam Schedule 2026
The CBT will be conducted in three different shifts.
| Shift | Timing |
| Morning Shift | 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM |
| Afternoon Shift | 12:30 PM – 2:00 PM |
| Evening Shift | 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM |
Candidates should carefully check their admit card to know their allotted shift and examination centre.
Teacher & Other Posts Exam Schedule
Along with the Junior Engineer examination, HPRCA has also released the CBT schedule for:
- Teacher (Fine Arts)
- Teacher (Psychology)
- Operation Theatre Assistant
Candidates applying for these posts should download the official schedule to verify their examination timings.
HPRCA JE Admit Card 2026
The HPRCA JE Admit Card 2026 is expected to be available about one week before the examination.
Candidates can download it by:
- Visiting the official HPRCA website.
- Logging in with their Registration Number and Password.
- Clicking on the Admit Card link.
- Downloading and printing the hall ticket.
Details Mentioned on Admit Card
Candidates should verify:
- Candidate Name
- Roll Number
- Registration Number
- Photograph
- Exam Date
- Shift Timing
- Reporting Time
- Examination Centre
- Important Instructions
HPRCA JE Vacancy 2026
The recruitment drive is being conducted for 149 Junior Engineer (Civil) vacancies across various reservation categories.
HPRCA JE Selection Process
The recruitment process consists of:
- Computer-Based Test (CBT)
- Document Verification
- Final Merit List
HPRCA JE Exam Pattern
| Particular | Details |
| Total Marks | 120 |
| Duration | 90 Minutes |
| Mode | Computer-Based Test |
| Question Type | Objective (MCQs) |
The examination includes questions from:
- English Language
- Reasoning Ability
- Science
- Social Science
- General Awareness (Himachal Pradesh)
Documents Required
Candidates should carry:
- Printed Admit Card
- Valid Photo ID
- Passport-size Photograph (if required)
Accepted ID proofs include:
- Aadhaar Card
- PAN Card
- Voter ID
- Passport
- Driving Licence
Exam Day Guidelines
Candidates should:
- Reach the examination centre at least 60 minutes early.
- Carry only permitted documents.
- Avoid bringing mobile phones, smartwatches, calculators, or Bluetooth devices.
- Follow all invigilator instructions.
- Verify their allotted shift before reporting.
Salary
Selected Junior Engineers will receive a fixed monthly remuneration of ₹23,500 as per the recruitment notification.
What After the CBT?
Following the written examination, HPRCA is expected to release:
- Provisional Answer Key
- Objection Window (if applicable)
- Final Answer Key
- Result
- Document Verification Schedule
- Final Merit List
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the HPRCA JE Exam Date 2026?
The Junior Engineer (Civil) CBT will be conducted on 9 August 2026.
How many vacancies are available?
HPRCA has announced 149 Junior Engineer (Civil) vacancies.
Which other posts are included in the CBT schedule?
The revised schedule also includes Teacher (Fine Arts), Teacher (Psychology) and Operation Theatre Assistant posts.
When will the admit card be released?
The admit card is expected to be available approximately one week before the examination.
What is the exam mode?
The examination will be conducted in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode.
