Himachal Pradesh Jal Shakti Vibhag, Jal Shakti Division Pooh in Kinnaur, has issued a fresh part-time engagement notice for 20 Para and Multi Purpose Worker posts. The notice is dated 30 October 2026 and covers 17 Multi Purpose Workers, two Para Pump Operators and one Para Fitter for water-supply and irrigation maintenance work under the division. Applications must reach the Executive Engineer’s office at Pooh by 13 November 2026 at 5:00 PM. The entry requirement is kept accessible: Multi Purpose Worker applicants need Middle pass or equivalent, while Para Pump Operator and Para Fitter candidates need Matriculation plus the relevant recognised ITI or skill-development trade qualification. All three post groups carry an age range of 18 to 45 years. These are not regular departmental cadre posts; the engagement is part-time for six hours a day, with a monthly honorarium of ₹6,000 for Multi Purpose Workers and ₹7,100 for the two Para categories. Selection gives weight to school marks, experience and the notified skill or physical test. Candidates should therefore prepare their Himachali residence, category, age and experience documents carefully and ensure the offline application reaches the correct Pooh office before the deadline.
Recruitment Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Department | Himachal Pradesh Jal Shakti Vibhag |
| Recruiting office | Jal Shakti Division Pooh, District Kinnaur |
| Notice date | 30 October 2026 |
| Posts | Para Pump Operator, Para Fitter, Multi Purpose Worker |
| Total vacancies | 20 |
| Engagement nature | Part-time / hourly basis |
| Working time | 6 hours per day |
| Application mode | Offline |
| Last date | 13 November 2026, up to 5:00 PM |
| Age limit | 18–45 years |
| Posting | Under Jal Shakti Division Pooh and its notified sub-divisions |
Vacancy Details
| Post | Vacancies | Monthly honorarium |
|---|---|---|
| Para Pump Operator | 2 | ₹7,100 |
| Para Fitter | 1 | ₹7,100 |
| Multi Purpose Worker | 17 | ₹6,000 |
| Total | 20 |
For Multi Purpose Worker, the reported category breakup is UR 10, SC 2, ST 1, OBC 2 and EWS 2, totaling 17. The two Para Pump Operator posts and one Para Fitter post are reported as unreserved.
Eligibility / Educational Qualification
- Multi Purpose Worker: Middle pass (8th) or equivalent from a recognised school.
- Para Pump Operator: Matriculation with the relevant recognised ITI / skill-development qualification in the notified pump, electrical, diesel or motor-mechanic trades.
- Para Fitter: Matriculation with the relevant recognised ITI / skill-development qualification in Fitter or Plumber trade.
Candidates should check the exact trade wording in the official notice before submitting the application.
Age Limit
The notified age range is 18 to 45 years as on the closing date.
Use the Regal Naukri Age Calculator as a personal check, while treating the Jal Shakti Vibhag notice as the final authority for age and category conditions.
Honorarium and Work Nature
These engagements are part-time for six hours per day and do not form part of the regular departmental cadre.
| Post | Honorarium |
|---|---|
| Para Pump Operator | ₹7,100 per month |
| Para Fitter | ₹7,100 per month |
| Multi Purpose Worker | ₹6,000 per month |
The engagement does not create a right to regularisation merely because a candidate is selected or completes a period of service.
Application Fee
The available notice details do not state an application fee. No fee amount has therefore been added to this package.
Candidates should follow any fee instruction only if it appears in the official Jal Shakti Vibhag notice or a later corrigendum.
Selection Process
Selection is based on the notified evaluation and skill/physical-test criteria.
For Para Pump Operator and Para Fitter, marks are awarded for Matriculation performance, BPL status where applicable, experience, and skill/physical test.
For Multi Purpose Worker, marks are based on Middle-standard performance, experience, and skill/physical test.
Experience carries 0.5 mark for every six months, up to the notified maximum. Candidates should carry valid experience proof issued in the accepted format.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notice date | 30 October 2026 |
| Last date for receipt of application | 13 November 2026 |
| Closing time | 5:00 PM |
| Skill / physical test | To be communicated by the department |
How to Apply for HP Jal Shakti Pooh Recruitment 2026
- Open the official Jal Shakti Vibhag recruitment page and locate the Pooh Division recruitment notice.
- Read the official Pooh recruitment notice before filling the form.
- Use the Eligibility Pre-check to compare your education, trade certificate, age and category position with the notice.
- Check your age using the Age Calculator.
- Prepare the prescribed application and supporting certificates. The Government Job Document Checklist can help you organise the file before submission.
- Attach the required Himachali residence, educational, trade, age, category and experience records applicable to your post.
- Submit the completed application to the Executive Engineer, Jal Shakti Division Pooh, District Kinnaur, Himachal Pradesh.
- Ensure the application reaches the office by 13 November 2026 at 5:00 PM. Late or incomplete applications can be rejected.
- If called for the skill/physical test, carry the original certificates for verification.
- Before attending, use the Government Job Document Verification Guide to check your originals and photocopies.
Documents to Keep Ready
For the Para posts, candidates should keep the bonafide Himachali certificate, Matriculation marks/certificate, relevant ITI or skill-development certificate, age proof, experience certificate, character certificate and category/EWS/BPL documents where applicable.
For Multi Purpose Worker, keep the bonafide Himachali certificate, Middle-standard marks/certificate, age proof, experience certificate, character certificate and applicable category/EWS documents.
Use the official notice as the final checklist.
Important Candidate Notes
- This recruitment is specifically for Jal Shakti Division Pooh, District Kinnaur.
- It is separate from other Himachal Jal Shakti Division recruitments such as Pragpur, Reckong Peo or Kaza.
- The posts are part-time / honorarium based, not regular departmental cadre appointments.
- Working time is reported as six hours per day.
- Multi Purpose Worker applicants are evaluated on Middle-standard marks even if they hold a higher qualification.
- Experience marks require valid documentary proof.
- No TA/DA is payable for appearing in the skill/physical test.
- The department may increase or decrease the number of posts according to the notice.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many vacancies are available in HP Jal Shakti Pooh Recruitment 2026?
There are 20 posts: 17 Multi Purpose Workers, 2 Para Pump Operators and 1 Para Fitter.
What is the last date to apply?
The offline application must reach the Executive Engineer, Jal Shakti Division Pooh by 13 November 2026 at 5:00 PM.
What is the qualification for Multi Purpose Worker?
Candidates need Middle pass (8th) or equivalent from a recognised school.
What is the qualification for Para Pump Operator and Para Fitter?
These posts require Matriculation plus the relevant recognised ITI or skill-development trade qualification specified in the notice.
What is the age limit?
The notified age range is 18 to 45 years.
What is the monthly honorarium?
Multi Purpose Workers receive ₹6,000 per month, while Para Pump Operator and Para Fitter posts carry ₹7,100 per month.
Is there an application fee?
The available notice details do not state a fee, so candidates should not rely on an unofficial fee figure.
Are these permanent government posts?
No. The notice treats them as part-time/hourly engagements for six hours per day, without a right to claim regularisation.
Important Links
| Resource | Link |
|---|---|
| HP Jal Shakti Recruitment Page | Open official recruitment page |
| Official Pooh Recruitment Notice | Open official notice |
| Age Calculator | Check age |
| Eligibility Pre-check | Check eligibility |
| Document Checklist | Prepare documents |