HPRCA JE (Civil) Result 2026 – 372 Shortlisted for DV

HPRCA has declared the Junior Engineer (Civil) CBT result for Post Code 26016 (Advt. 06/2026). Out of 6,726 candidates who appeared, 372 are shortlisted for document verification from 15 October 2026 at Hamirpur.

Overview

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HPRCA JE Civil Result 2026: Overview

The Himachal Pradesh Rajya Chayan Aayog (HPRCA), Hamirpur, has declared the Computer Based Test (CBT) result for Junior Engineer (Civil) under Post Code 26016, Advertisement No. 06/2026. The result was released on 8 October 2026 for the CBT held on 9 August 2026. According to the press note, 372 candidates have been provisionally shortlisted for document verification, which begins on 15 October 2026 at the HPRCA premises in Hamirpur. The recruitment is for 149 posts.

HPRCA is the state recruitment body that conducts examinations for Group C posts in Himachal Pradesh government departments. This page explains the result in detail — the numbers, how to check your roll number, the document verification process, the documents you must carry and what happens next.

HPRCA JE Civil result in numbers

About 82% of applicants appeared in the CBT, and roughly 5.5% of those who appeared have been shortlisted. The number shortlisted (372) is about two and a half times the number of posts (149). Shortlisting more candidates than vacancies is standard practice, because some candidates are not found eligible at document verification and category-wise merit has to be maintained. Being shortlisted is therefore an important step, but final selection depends on the document verification and the final merit list.

About HPRCA

The Himachal Pradesh Rajya Chayan Aayog, headquartered at Hamirpur, is the state body responsible for recruitment to Group C posts in Himachal Pradesh government departments. It replaced the earlier Himachal Pradesh Staff Selection Commission and conducts computer-based tests, skill tests and document verification for a wide range of posts. Its notifications, admit cards, answer keys and results are published only on its official website, hprca.hp.gov.in.

How to check the HPRCA JE Civil result

1. Open the official website hprca.hp.gov.in.
2. Go to the Results or Latest Updates section.
3. Open the press note / result for Junior Engineer (Civil), Post Code 26016.
4. The result is a PDF listing the roll numbers of shortlisted candidates. Press Ctrl + F and type your roll number.
5. If your roll number appears, download the PDF and read the instructions for document verification carefully.

Document verification: date, venue and process

Document verification (DV) for the shortlisted candidates starts on 15 October 2026 from 10:00 AM at the HPRCA premises in Hamirpur. The detailed schedule — which roll numbers report on which day — is usually given in the press note or a separate DV notice. Check your date and reporting time on the official website before travelling.

What happens at document verification

• Your identity is verified against your application and CBT records.
• Original certificates of educational qualification are checked against the essential qualification in the advertisement.
• Category, sub-category, domicile and other claims are verified with the original certificates.
• Any experience or additional qualification claimed for evaluation is verified.
• Candidates may have to fill and sign forms or declarations.

Documents to carry for HPRCA JE DV

Follow the exact list in the HPRCA notice. Typically, candidates should carry originals along with self-attested copies of:

• Printout of the online application form and the CBT admit card
• Matriculation certificate (proof of date of birth)
• Diploma / degree in Civil Engineering and all marksheets, as per the essential qualification
• Bonafide Himachali certificate, if required by the advertisement
• Category / sub-category certificates (SC, ST, OBC, EWS, ex-serviceman, PwBD, etc.) in the prescribed format and valid as on the dates stated in the advertisement
• Income and asset certificate for EWS, if applicable, valid for the relevant period
• Character certificate, if asked for
• No Objection Certificate, if employed in government service
• Valid photo identity proof and recent passport-size photographs

How the cut-off and merit work

HPRCA shortlists candidates for document verification category-wise on the basis of CBT marks, generally in a fixed ratio to the number of vacancies in each category. That is why the number of shortlisted candidates is higher than the number of posts. The final merit list is drawn only from candidates who are found eligible at DV. Candidates with equal marks are placed according to the tie-breaking rules given in the advertisement or the recruitment rules — for example, date of birth. If HPRCA publishes category-wise cut-off marks, compare your score with the cut-off for your category to understand where you stand.

Planning your trip to Hamirpur

Document verification takes place at the HPRCA premises in Hamirpur. If you are travelling from another district, plan to reach a day early, as hill roads can be slow in bad weather. Keep your documents in a waterproof folder, carry an extra set of photocopies, and keep the DV notice and your admit card printed. Check the HPRCA website one last time before leaving in case the schedule is updated.

After document verification: final result

Once document verification is complete, HPRCA prepares the final merit list category-wise, based on the CBT marks and any other evaluation criteria specified in the advertisement, for candidates who are found eligible. The final result is published on the official website, and recommendations are sent to the concerned department for appointment. Appointment is subject to medical fitness, character verification and other conditions laid down by the state government.

Junior Engineer (Civil): role and responsibilities

Junior Engineers (Civil) in state departments typically work on planning, estimation, supervision and quality control of civil works such as roads, buildings, bridges, water supply and irrigation schemes. Day-to-day work includes preparing estimates and measurements, supervising contractors at site, maintaining measurement books and records, and ensuring that works meet specifications and timelines. Postings can be in field divisions across the state, including rural and hilly areas, which is an important consideration in Himachal Pradesh.

How to prepare for the next stage and future exams

• If you are shortlisted: arrange all documents in the order listed in the notice, make photocopies, and confirm your DV date and reporting time.
• If you are not shortlisted: note the topics where you struggled in the CBT. Civil engineering JE exams usually test building materials, surveying, soil mechanics, fluid mechanics, structural analysis, RCC and steel design, estimation and costing, transportation and environmental engineering, plus general knowledge of Himachal Pradesh.
• Keep an eye on other HPRCA and state department notifications, as well as central JE exams such as SSC JE and RRB JE.

Civil engineering topics for upcoming JE exams

If you are preparing for future JE (Civil) recruitments, these are the core areas usually covered in state and central JE exams:

• Building materials and construction: bricks, cement, concrete, timber, steel; masonry, foundations and finishes.
• Surveying: chain and compass, levelling, theodolite, contouring and modern instruments.
• Soil mechanics and foundation engineering: soil classification, compaction, consolidation, bearing capacity.
• Fluid mechanics and hydraulics: fluid properties, flow through pipes and channels, hydraulic machines.
• Structural analysis and design: beams, columns, RCC design by limit state, steel structures.
• Estimation, costing and valuation: methods of estimation, rate analysis, specifications.
• Transportation engineering: highway planning, pavement design, traffic engineering.
• Environmental engineering: water supply, treatment, sewage and sanitation.
• Himachal Pradesh general knowledge: history, geography, culture and economy of the state, where included in the syllabus.

Important points about HPRCA results

• Shortlisting for DV is provisional and does not guarantee appointment.
• Candidature can be cancelled at any stage if any information in the application is found incorrect.
• Only the official website hprca.hp.gov.in should be relied upon for DV dates and the final result.
• Bring every document listed in the notice — missing documents can lead to rejection.

If you have a query about the result

If you believe there is an error in the result — for example, your roll number is missing despite a high expected score — first re-check the PDF carefully and confirm that you are looking at the right post code. Then contact HPRCA through the official contact details on hprca.hp.gov.in with your roll number, post code and a clear description of the issue. Keep copies of all communication. Avoid relying on unofficial social media groups for information about re-checks or revised lists.

Common mistakes to avoid at DV

• Carrying photocopies without originals.
• Producing category certificates issued after the cut-off date or in the wrong format.
• Name or date-of-birth mismatches between certificates without supporting documents (such as an affidavit or gazette notification).
• Reaching late on the DV date or going on the wrong date.
• Not carrying the printout of the online application.

Key takeaways

• HPRCA declared the JE (Civil) CBT result (Post Code 26016, Advt. 06/2026) on 8 October 2026.
• Out of 6,726 candidates who appeared, 372 have been shortlisted for document verification for 149 posts.
• Document verification starts on 15 October 2026 at 10:00 AM at HPRCA, Hamirpur.
• Carry all original documents in the prescribed format; final selection depends on DV and the final merit list.

Follow our State Selection Boards section and the state-wise page for more Himachal Pradesh updates.

How to check Result

1. Open the official website (hprca.hp.gov.in) using the link below.
2. Find the “Result” or “Latest News” section on the home page.
3. Click the link for HPRCA JE (Civil) Result 2026 – 372 Shortlisted for DV.
4. Enter your roll number / registration number and date of birth if asked, or open the result PDF.
5. Check your name and roll number, then download and save a copy for future use.

What you need

• Roll number or registration number
• Date of birth / password
• Stable internet connection (official sites are busy on result day)

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