The Himachal Pradesh Rajya Chayan Aayog (HPRCA) has officially announced the recruitment of 937 Trained Graduate Teacher (TGT) positions across Arts, Non-Medical, and Medical disciplines. This presents a significant opportunity for aspiring educators aiming to contribute to the state’s educational landscape. Below is a comprehensive guide covering all essential aspects of the recruitment process.
🗓️ Important Dates
- Notification Release Date: May 27, 2025
- Online Application Start Date: May 30, 2025
- Last Date to Apply Online: July 3, 2025, until 11:59 PM
- Written Examination Date: To Be Announced (TBA)
📊 Vacancy Distribution
The total of 937 vacancies is distributed as follows:
- TGT (Arts): 425 posts
- TGT (Non-Medical): 343 posts
- TGT (Medical): 169 posts
Each category includes reservations for General, OBC, SC, ST, EWS, and WFF candidates, adhering to the state’s reservation policies.
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit (as of January 1, 2025)
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age: 45 years
- Age Relaxation: Applicable as per government norms
Educational Qualifications
For TGT (Arts):
- B.A./B.Com. or Postgraduate degree with at least 50% marks in either, along with a 1 or 2-year B.Ed. from an NCTE-recognized institution
- Alternatively, a Postgraduate degree with 55% marks and a 3-year integrated B.Ed.-M.Ed.
- Other options include 10+2 with 50% marks and 4-year B.El.Ed. or B.A.Ed./B.A.B.Ed., or B.A./B.Com. with 50% marks and a 1-year B.Ed. (Special Education)
For TGT (Non-Medical):
- B.Sc. (Non-Medical) or M.Sc. with B.Sc. (Non-Medical) background, with at least 50% marks in either, plus B.Ed.
- Alternatively, a Postgraduate degree with 55% marks and a 3-year integrated B.Ed.-M.Ed.
- Or 10+2 (Non-Medical) with 50% marks and a 4-year B.El.Ed. or B.Sc. (Non-Medical) Ed./B.Sc. (Non-Medical) B.Ed., or B.Sc. (Non-Medical) with 50% marks and a 1-year B.Ed. (Special Education)
For TGT (Medical):
- B.Sc. (Medical) or M.Sc. with B.Sc. (Medical) background, with at least 50% marks in either, plus B.Ed.
- Or a Postgraduate degree with 55% marks and a 3-year integrated B.Ed.-M.Ed.
- Or 10+2 (Medical) with 50% marks and a 4-year B.El.Ed. or B.Sc. (Medical) Ed./B.Sc. (Medical) B.Ed., or B.Sc. (Medical) with 50% marks and a 1-year B.Ed. (Special Education)
Additional Requirements for All Posts:
- Must have passed the Teacher Eligibility Test (TET) conducted by HPBOSE or any government-authorized agency
- Candidates should have completed Matriculation and 10+2 from institutions within Himachal Pradesh (not required for Bonafide Himachalis)
💰 Application Fee
- General Category/EWS/Ex-Servicemen (self-withdrawn): ₹400
- General BPL, SC/ST/OBC of HP, Ex-Servicemen (retired normally), and other reserved categories: ₹325
Note: Fees are to be paid online.
📝 Application Process
- Visit the official HPRCA recruitment portal
- Click on the “Sign Up” button to create an account
- Complete your profile with personal, educational, and professional details
- Select your desired TGT post and click on “Apply“
- Upload scanned documents in the specified format
- Pay the application fee online
- Submit the form and download a copy for future reference
🧪 Selection Process
- Written Examination: Objective-type test with 200 questions
- 140 questions from subject specialization (70 marks)
- 60 questions from General Knowledge, Reasoning, Hindi, English, and Social Science (30 marks)
- Document Verification: Shortlisted candidates will be invited for original document verification
The exam will be computer-based.
💼 Salary Details
- Stipend: ₹22,860 per month
This is 60% of the first cell of the applicable pay matrix level.
📚 Recommended Study Materials
For strong preparation, consider:
- HP TET TGT – ARTS in Hindi (Swarn Guides)
- HP-TET TGT-Arts Exam Guide (R. Gupta)
- HP TET for TGT-Medical-Non Medical (Arihant)
- HP-TET for TGT Non-Medical Master Guide (Hindi Edition)
📌 Final Tips
The HPRCA TGT Online Form 2025 recruitment offers a stable and respected career for teaching aspirants in Himachal Pradesh. Ensure you meet all eligibility conditions and submit your application before the deadline. Prepare well using subject-focused materials and previous years’ papers. Keep checking official announcements for exam dates and syllabus updates.