The Himachal Pradesh Health & Family Welfare Department has recently released a job notification. The department is hiring eligible candidates for 12 JOA IT posts. These vacancies are specially reserved for PwD candidates. Eligible candidates must read all details in the official notification before applying. 

HP Health Department JOA IT Recruitment 2026: Important Dates

• Application Start Date: April 08, 2026
• Last Date (Normal Areas): April 30, 2026 (5:00 PM)
• Last Date (Tribal Areas): May 10, 2026
• Exam or Interview Date: To be notified

HP Health Department JOA IT Recruitment 2026: Key Details

• Recruiting Body: Himachal Pradesh Health & Family Welfare Department
• Post Name: Junior Office Assistant (IT)
• Total Vacancies: 12
• Category: PwD (Persons with Disabilities)
• Selection Process: Interview and Document Verification
• Job Location: Himachal Pradesh

Educational Qualifications and Vacancy Details

Total Posts: 12 (Reserved for PWD categories)

• 3 Blind or Low Vision
• 3 Deaf and Hard of Hearing
• 3 Locomotor Disability
• 3 Autism or Multiple Disability.

Qualification Requirements

• 10+2 from a recognized Board and University.
• Matriculation + 1 or 2-year ITI Diploma or Certificate in IT or ITES.
• 3-year Diploma in Computer Engineering/Computer Science/IT from an AICTE-approved Polytechnic.
• Skill Requirement: Computer typing speed of 25 words per minute in English or Hindi.
• Exemptions: Visually impaired candidates (1% quota) are exempt from the Diploma and typing test but must complete basic computer training through CRC, NIVH, or CTC.
• Other Requirements: Knowledge of customs, manners, and dialects of Himachal Pradesh.

Application Fees: INR 0 for all candidates from all categories. 

How to Apply

Eligible candidates can’t apply for these 12 posts released by the PhDHP Health Department directly online or offline. They need to follow these steps:

• Firstly, register with the Employment Exchange (Special Cell for PWD).
• Make sure your registration and qualifications are updated.
• The Exchange will sponsor the right candidates for the Health Department.
• You will then be notified of the counseling or interview date.

Selection Process

• Candidates will be shortlisted based on educational qualifications or merit.
• Typing speed test
• Final selection based on document verification and the interview process.

Important Link:

https://himachal.nic.in/health/ControlsAsync/ViewFTPFile?qs=KI3gZ53zz1zG%2FM2MNgtMD88%2B%2FdIiV4g0qH%2F6C%2BTu6A84Hq%2BQV2UbAMmL6leEASKiZ5VV2NSNh59WyDCnjzaNsuPn%2B7R1U7St

Important Points to Note

• These job posts are only for PwD candidates.
• No application fee for candidates applying.
• Candidates must register with the Employment Exchange.
• Typing skills are mandatory.
• You must keep your documents ready for the DV round.

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