HP Patwari Recruitment 2026: Official Syllabus, Exam Pattern & 530 Vacancies Guide

The Himachal Pradesh Rajya Chayan Aayog (HPRCA), Hamirpur, has released the official guidelines for the upcoming 2026 Patwari recruitment. With 530 vacancies available under post code 25027, competition is expected to be high. Candidates looking to secure their position should start by familiarizing themselves with the exam structure and specific topic requirements.

For the latest updates, candidates can refer to the HP Patwari Recruitment 2025 official notification.

HPRCA Patwari Exam Overview 2026

The examination is designed to test both domain-specific knowledge and general aptitude. Key features of the exam are summarized in the table below:

Detailed Exam Pattern & Weightage

The 120-mark objective test is split into two primary parts. Note that there is no negative marking, allowing candidates to attempt the full paper strategically.

HP Patwari Selection Process 2026

Success in the recruitment process requires clearing three distinct stages. Ensure your documentation is ready well in advance.

• Written Exam / CBT
• Document Verification (DV)
• Medical Examination

Syllabus Coverage: What to Study

General Knowledge & Current Affairs Topics

• Indian History (Bhakti Movement, British Rule, 1857 Revolt, National Movement, Gandhian Era, Ancient/Medieval Empires, Partition)
• Indian Geography (Vegetation, Rivers, Agriculture, Physiography, Climate, Soil, Industries, Transport)
• Indian Polity & Constitution (Rights, Duties, Preamble, Parliament, Judiciary, Panchayati Raj, Amendments)
• Indian Economy (Poverty, Unemployment, Planning, Agriculture, Industry, Money & Banking, Fiscal Policy, Inflation)
• Current Affairs (Last 6-12 months)
• Himachal Pradesh GK
• Static GK (Awards, Books, Sports)
• Science & Technology (Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Inventions)

Technical / Professional Subject (Land Records & Revenue) Topics

• Surveying & Measurement (Field measurements, GPS/Drones, Area calculations, Units, GIS)
• Disputes & Admin Support (Boundary disputes, Partitions, Encroachments)
• Village Schemes (MGNREGA, Elections, Census)
• Laws & Rural Knowledge (Land Revenue Act, Tenancy Act, Consolidation Act, Land Reforms)
• Land Records & Updates (Khatauni, Khasra, Jamabandi, Mutations, Girdawari)
• Revenue & Tax Handling (Taxes, Receipts, Defaulters, PM-KISAN, Exemptions)
• Panchayati Raj, Tribal Rights (PESA), Women’s Inheritance