HP JBT Teacher Recruitment 2026: The Himachal Pradesh Rajya Chayan Aayog (HPRCA), Hamirpur, has released the official notification for the recruitment of 600 Junior Basic Teachers (JBT) in the Department of Elementary Education. This recruitment drive aims to fill teacher positions on a contract basis across various districts of Himachal Pradesh.
Interested and eligible candidates can submit their applications online through the HPRCA official portal. Below are the complete details regarding vacancies, eligibility, fees, and the application process.
HP JBT Recruitment 2026: Overview
| Feature |
Details |
| Organization |
HP Rajya Chayan Aayog (HPRCA) |
| Post Name |
Junior Basic Teacher (JBT) |
| Total Vacancies |
600 Posts |
| Job Location |
Himachal Pradesh |
| Selection Process |
Written Test & Document Verification |
| Official Website |
hprca.hp.gov.in |
HP JBT Vacancy Details: Category-wise Distribution
The 600 vacancies are distributed among various categories. Candidates from OBC, SC, ST, and EWS will get the benefit of reservation as per HP Government rules.
| Category |
Number of Vacancies (Expected) |
| General (UR) |
240+ |
| OBC (Main/BPL/WFF) |
90 - 100 Posts |
| SC (Main/BPL/WFF) |
120+ |
| ST (Main/BPL/WFF) |
40+ |
| EWS |
60+ |
Eligibility Criteria & Age Limit
Candidates must fulfill the following criteria to be eligible for the HP JBT 600 teacher posts:
1. Educational Qualification:
- Senior Secondary (10+2) with at least 50% marks.
- Two-year Junior Basic Teacher (JBT) certificate or Diploma in Elementary Education (D.El.Ed).
- Essential: Must have qualified HP TET (JBT).
2. Age Limit (as on Jan 1, 2026):
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Maximum Age: 45 Years
- OBC Category Relaxation: OBC candidates of Himachal Pradesh get 5 years of relaxation in the upper age limit (Up to 50 years).
Application Fee Details
The fee must be paid online through the payment gateway available on the HPRCA portal.
| Category |
Application Fee |
| General / EWS / Ex-Servicemen (relieved on own request) |
₹400/- |
| OBC / SC / ST / PWD / BPL (HP Residents) |
₹120/- |
| Female Candidates / Ex-SM (HP) |
No Fee (Exempted) |
Steps to Apply for HP JBT Recruitment 2026
| Step1 |
Visit the official website of HPRCA: hprca.hp.gov.in |
| Step2 |
Click on the 'Apply Online' or 'Online Recruitment Application (ORA)' link. |
| Step3 |
Complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) by providing your basic details. |
| Step4 |
Login and fill out the application form carefully, selecting your category (e.g., OBC). |
| Step5 |
Upload your scanned photograph, signature, and necessary certificates (JBT & HP TET). |
| Step6 |
Pay the application fee online. |
| Step7 |
Submit the form and take a printout for future reference. |
Important Links for Candidates
Eligible candidates are advised to apply well before the closing date to avoid last-minute technical issues. Make sure your OBC/Category certificates are updated. For more updates on HP Govt Jobs, keep visiting Rojgar Pao.