Himachal Pradesh Jal Shakti Vibhag, Jal Shakti Division Pragpur has issued a fresh engagement notice for 10 Para Staff posts comprising Para Pump Operator, Para Fitter and Multipurpose Worker positions.
The notice is dated 30 September 2026. Applications are to be submitted offline and must reach the office of the Executive Engineer, Jal Shakti Division Pragpur by 5:00 PM on 21 October 2026.
Important: These are part-time honorarium-based engagements for 6 working hours per day. The notice states that the posts do not form part of the departmental cadre and do not give an appointee a right to claim regularisation.
HP Jal Shakti Pragpur Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Himachal Pradesh Jal Shakti Vibhag |
| Division | Jal Shakti Division Pragpur, District Kangra |
| Notice No. | EE-JSV-Pragpur-EA-II-Para Staff/2026/7183-88 |
| Notice date | 30 September 2026 |
| Total vacancies | 10 |
| Posts | Para Pump Operator, Para Fitter, Multipurpose Worker |
| Engagement type | Part-time, honorarium based |
| Working time | 6 hours per day |
| Application mode | Offline |
| Last date | 21 October 2026, 5:00 PM |
| Age limit | 18–45 years |
| Posting | Anywhere under the jurisdiction of Jal Shakti Division Pragpur |
| Regularisation right | No |
Vacancy and Category Breakdown
| Post | UR | SC | OBC | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Para Pump Operator | 2 | 1 | 1 | 4 |
| Para Fitter | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 |
| Multipurpose Worker | 2 | 1 | 1 | 4 |
| Total | 5 | 3 | 2 | 10 |
The advertisement notes that the number of posts may increase or decrease depending on the vacancy position and departmental requirement.
Qualification by Post
| Post | Essential Qualification |
|---|---|
| Para Pump Operator | Matriculation (10th) plus ITI in Electrician, Wireman, Diesel Mechanic, Pump Mechanic, Motor Mechanic, Pump Operator-cum-Mechanic, Mechanic (Motor Vehicle), Pump Operation-cum-Mechanic or Pump Operation & Maintenance; alternatively, Matriculation plus a certificate in the notified trade under a Government Skill Development scheme |
| Para Fitter | Matriculation (10th) plus ITI in Fitter or Plumber; alternatively, Matriculation plus the relevant notified trade certificate under a Government Skill Development scheme |
| Multipurpose Worker | Minimum 8th pass / Middle pass or equivalent from a school duly recognised by the State Government; the 8th-standard marksheet must be submitted |
Candidates should match the qualification against the exact post they intend to apply for. Technical certificates and educational records should be attached in the form required by the notice.
Age Limit
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Minimum age | 18 years |
| Maximum age | 45 years |
| Cut-off date | The notice does not state a specific age-reckoning date |
| Relaxation | No separate numerical relaxation table is printed in this advertisement |
Do not assume an age cut-off date or relaxation that is not printed in the notice. If clarification is required, candidates should contact Jal Shakti Division Pragpur before relying on an age calculation.
Monthly Honorarium
| Post | Honorarium |
|---|---|
| Para Pump Operator | ₹7,100 per month |
| Para Fitter | ₹7,100 per month |
| Multipurpose Worker | ₹6,000 per month |
The notice describes the engagement as honorarium based. It is not presented as a regular departmental pay-scale appointment.
Application Fee
The advertisement does not specify an application fee. Candidates should not assume that a payment is required unless the department issues a later instruction or clarification.
Selection Criteria
Para Pump Operator and Para Fitter
Selection is based on a 10-mark evaluation:
| Component | Maximum Marks |
|---|---|
| Matriculation percentage converted proportionately | 5 |
| BPL family, where eligible under the prescribed income condition | 1 |
| Relevant experience | 2 |
| Skill test and physical test | 2 |
| Total | 10 |
Relevant experience carries 0.5 mark for every six months, up to the notified maximum, for qualifying work in the related field with IPH/HPPWD/CPPWD/PSUs or an outsourcing agency providing services in HP Jal Shakti Vibhag.
Multipurpose Worker
| Component | Maximum Marks |
|---|---|
| 8th-standard percentage converted proportionately | 6 |
| Qualifying experience | 2 |
| Physical test | 2 |
| Total | 10 |
For Multipurpose Worker, the notice provides experience weightage for a minimum of six months in a Government/Semi-Government organisation or an outsourcing agency providing services in HP Jal Shakti Vibhag, with 0.5 mark for every six months up to the notified maximum.
Experience is therefore useful for merit but is not printed as a universal essential qualification for every applicant.
Skill and Physical Test
For Para Pump Operator, the skill test covers practical knowledge such as basic pump repair, fault identification, test pressure and leakage checks, pump installation and alignment, electrical/motor fault location, lubrication, cooling and valve/control operation.
For Para Fitter, the skill test covers water-supply pipeline repair, leakage control, pipe fitting, cutting threads, fitting specials, distribution-layout basics, flow regulation in hilly terrain and use of pipe-fitting tools.
The physical-test note states that candidates should be capable of carrying tools and pipes in hilly areas. It also states that candidates should not have physical disability or colour blindness for the notified physical requirement. Only shortlisted candidates will be called for the skill/physical test.
Documents to Attach
| Document | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Proof of age | Attested/self-attested copy |
| Educational certificates and marksheets | Required |
| Technical qualification certificate | Required for technical posts |
| Bonafide Himachali certificate | Required |
| Category certificate | Required when claiming SC/ST/OBC/EWS benefit |
| BPL certificate | If claiming BPL weightage; notice says it should not be older than six months |
| EWS certificate | If applicable; notice says it should not be older than six months |
| Experience certificate | If claiming experience weightage |
| Character certificate | From a 1st Class Magistrate |
| 8th-standard marksheet | Required for Multipurpose Worker applicants |
| Recent passport-size photograph | Space is provided in the prescribed application form |
Applicants using experience from an outsourcing agency of Jal Shakti Vibhag should ensure that the certificate is countersigned by the concerned AE/EE where required by the notice.
You can use the Regal Naukri Government Job Document Checklist to prepare a personal checklist, but the official Pragpur notice remains the final authority on what must be attached.
How to Apply Offline
- Open the Official Pragpur Para Staff Notification and Application Form.
- Read the post-specific qualification, reservation and selection conditions carefully.
- Print the prescribed application form included in the notification.
- Fill the form for the exact post you are applying for.
- Paste the recent passport-size photograph and attach the required self-attested/attested documents.
- If applying for more than one post, submit a separate application for each post.
- Submit or send the completed application so that it reaches the Office of the Executive Engineer, Jal Shakti Division Pragpur, District Kangra, Himachal Pradesh on time.
- Ensure the application reaches the office before 5:00 PM on 21 October 2026. Late or incomplete applications are liable to be rejected.
- Keep a copy of the completed form and supporting documents for your record.
Because the notice does not provide an online application portal, candidates should not wait for an online form.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Official notice date | 30 September 2026 |
| Newspaper publication requested by | 1 October 2026 |
| Last date to reach the division office | 21 October 2026, 5:00 PM |
| Skill / physical test | To be intimated separately to shortlisted candidates |
Important Candidate Notes
- A Bonafide Himachali certificate is listed among the documents to be attached.
- Selected candidates may be posted anywhere within the jurisdiction of Jal Shakti Division Pragpur.
- The engagement is for 6 working hours per day and is honorarium based.
- These posts do not form part of the regular departmental cadre.
- The notice says the engagement does not confer a right to claim regularisation.
- Separate applications are required when applying for more than one post.
- Original certificates/testimonials will be checked at evaluation.
- If a certificate required for a reservation claim is not attached, the notice states that the application may be considered in the General category.
- Grade-only academic records should be converted to marks/percentage through the concerned school authority where necessary, as instructed in the notice.
Important Links
| Link | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Official Pragpur Para Staff Notification and Application Form | Advertisement, application form, eligibility and selection criteria |
| HP Jal Shakti Vibhag Recruitment Page | Official recruitment notices |
| HP Jal Shakti Vibhag Official Website | Department website |
| Regal Naukri Government Job Document Checklist | Personal document-preparation aid |
FAQs
How many vacancies are available in HP Jal Shakti Pragpur Recruitment 2026?
There are 10 notified posts: 4 Para Pump Operator, 2 Para Fitter and 4 Multipurpose Worker positions.
What is the last date to apply?
The completed offline application must reach Jal Shakti Division Pragpur by 5:00 PM on 21 October 2026.
Is this a regular government job?
No. The notice describes these as part-time, honorarium-based engagements for 6 working hours per day and states that they do not form part of the departmental cadre or create a right to regularisation.
What is the minimum qualification?
The Multipurpose Worker post requires at least 8th pass, while Para Pump Operator and Para Fitter require 10th plus the prescribed ITI/trade qualification or notified skill-development certificate.
Is experience compulsory?
The advertisement uses relevant experience as part of the merit evaluation, but it is not printed as a universal essential qualification for all applicants. Candidates claiming experience marks must submit valid supporting proof.
Is there an application fee?
The official advertisement does not state an application fee.