HPRCA Patwari Recruitment 2025 is a golden opportunity for job seekers in Himachal Pradesh, as the Himachal Pradesh Rajya Chayan Aayog (HPRCA) has officially released the notification for 530 posts of Patwari (Job-Trainee). The online application process begins on December 12, 2025, and candidates have until January 16, 2026, to submit their forms through the official website. This recruitment drive is for the Department of Land Records, HP. If you have passed your 10+2 examination and are between 18 to 45 years old, you are eligible to apply. The selection will be based on a Computer Based Test (CBT) or written screening test. Read the full article below for accurate details on the syllabus, fee structure, and how to apply. HPRCA Patwari Recruitment 2025 Important Dates Event Date Notification Release Date 06 December 2025 Application Start Date 12 December 2025 (10:00 AM) Last Date For Registration 16 January 2026 (11:59 PM) Last Date For Fee Payment 16 January 2026 Correction Window Opens for 7 days (starts 3 working days after closing date) Admit Card Release Date To be notified later Exam Date To be notified later Application Fee Category Fee Details All Categories (Total Fee) ₹ 800/- (₹100 Exam Fee + Processing Fee) Correction Fee ₹ 100/- (If you need to edit the form later) Payment Mode Online (Credit Card / Debit Card / Net Banking) Age Limit Details Criteria Age Requirement Age Calculation Date As on 01 January 2025 Minimum Age 18 Years Maximum Age 45 Years Age Relaxation 05 Years relaxation for SC, ST, OBC, PWD (HP Domicile), and HP Govt Employees. HPRCA Patwari Recruitment 2025 Vacancy Details Detail Information Post Name Patwari (Job-Trainee) Total Posts 530 Advertisement No. 08/2025 Department Director, Land Record, HP Shimla-9 Post Code 25027 HPRCA Patwari Recruitment 2025 Eligibility Details Criteria Qualification Required Education Qualification Candidates must have passed the 10+2 (Intermediate) Examination or its equivalent from a recognized Board of School Education/University. Desirable Qualification 1. Knowledge of customs, manners, and dialects of Himachal Pradesh.2. Knowledge of Computer. Domicile Note Candidates from other states (Non-HP) will be treated as General Category and cannot claim reservation benefits. Category-Wise Vacancy Details Category Number of Posts General (Unreserved) 210 EWS (Economically Weaker Section) 64 Scheduled Caste (UR) 100 Scheduled Caste (BPL) 19 Scheduled Caste (WFF) 03 Scheduled Tribe (UR) 19 Scheduled Tribe (BPL) 06 OBC (Unreserved) 81 OBC (BPL) 19 OBC (WFF) 03 General (WFF) 06 Total 530 State-Wise (Department) Vacancy Details Department Name Cadre Type Land Records Department, HP These posts are under the State Cadre (candidates can be posted anywhere in HP). Selection Preference Candidates will have to give preference for districts/departments during documentation, allocated based on Merit-Cum-Option. Important Documents Required Document Type Details Photograph Scanned JPG/JPEG/PNG (Max 1 MB). Signature Scanned JPG/JPEG/PNG (Max 1 MB). Age Proof Matriculation (10th) Certificate. Education 10+2 Certificate and Marksheet. Caste Certificate SC/ST/OBC (Parental basis) for HP residents claiming reservation. Bonafide Himachali Required for claiming reservation benefits. EWS/BPL Certificate Valid certificate if applying under these categories. HPRCA Patwari Recruitment 2025 Syllabus Overview Subject Area Number of Questions Part I: General Knowledge 85 Questions– General Knowledge of Himachal Pradesh.– National GK and Current Affairs. Part II: Academic & Language 35 Questions– Everyday Science.– Logical Reasoning.– Social Science.– General English (Matric Standard).– General Hindi (Matric Standard). Exam Pattern Feature Details Mode of Exam Computer Based Test (CBT) or OMR Based Total Questions 120 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ) Total Marks 120 Marks (1 mark per question) Duration 1 Hour 30 Minutes (90 Minutes) Qualifying Marks 45% for General Category40% for SC/ST/OBC/WFF Normalization Z-Score Method will be used if exam is held in multiple shifts. Selection Process Stage Description 1. Written Exam A screening test (CBT/OMR) of 120 marks. 2. Document Verification Candidates shortlisted from the written test will undergo document verification to check eligibility. 3. Final Merit List Based on the marks obtained in the written test and verification. HPRCA Patwari Recruitment 2025 Salary Details Type Amount Pay Scale Consolidated Fixed Amount Monthly Salary ₹ 12,500/- Per Month Status This is the stipend paid during the “Job-Trainee” period. How to apply Step No. Action Step 1 Visit the official website: https://hprca.hp.gov.in. Step 2 Click on “Sign Up” to create a User ID and Password if you are a new user. Step 3 Complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) by filling in personal details, and educational qualifications, and uploading your photo/signature. Step 4 Once your profile is ready, go to the dashboard and find “Patwari Recruitment 2025”. Click Apply. Step 5 Select your preferred examination district and verify all details in the auto-filled form. Step 6 Pay the application fee of ₹ 800/- online via Debit/Credit card or Net Banking. Step 7 Submit the form and print the confirmation page for future reference. Important Links Latest Jobs Click Here Apply Online Click Here Follow Our WhatsApp Channel Click Here Official Notification