HP Directorate of Energy Recruitment 2025 apply 19 HP DOE Apprentice vacancy

Himachal Pradesh’s Directorate of Energy has invited applications for one-year Apprenticeship training for 19 seats across nine disciplines. The engagement is for female candidates only, carries a monthly stipend of ₹9,000, and accepts offline applications from August 14 to August 31, 2025. Eligibility varies by discipline (Engineering, HR, Environment, IT, Finance, Mass Media, Social Work), with an age window of 21–30 years and selection purely on merit.

HP Directorate of Energy Recruitment 2025 apply 19 HP DOE Apprentice vacancy

• Vacancy: 19 (Apprentices – Female)
• Post name: Apprentice (one-year training)
• Organization: Directorate of Energy, Government of Himachal Pradesh (DoE)
• Education: Discipline-specific; B.Tech (Electrical/Civil), MBA(HR), M.Tech/MSc (Environment), MA Sociology/MSW, Masters in Mass Media/Communication, MCA + B.Tech, M.Com (as applicable)
• Age limit: 21–30 years (as on 01-01-2025); relaxations as per rules
• Salary: ₹9,000 per month stipend; training duration one year

Important dates

• Notification and applications open: August 14, 2025
• Last date to apply: August 31, 2025
• Shortlist/merit list: To be published on DoE website; no interviews

Posts, vacancy, eligibility

• Electrical — 4 seats | Eligibility: B.Tech (Electrical) from AICTE-recognized institute; stipend ₹9,000/month; age 21–30; female candidates only; apply for one discipline only.
• Civil — 4 seats | Eligibility: B.Tech (Civil); stipend ₹9,000; age 21–30; female-only; one-discipline rule.
• Human Resource — 2 seats | Eligibility: MBA (HR) from UGC-recognized institute; stipend ₹9,000; age 21–30.
• Environment — 2 seats | Eligibility: M.Tech/MSc (Environment); stipend ₹9,000; age 21–30.
• Communication — 1 seat | Eligibility: Masters in Mass Communication; stipend ₹9,000; age 21–30.
• Social — 2 seats | Eligibility: MA (Sociology)/MSW; stipend ₹9,000; age 21–30.
• Mass Media — 2 seats | Eligibility: Masters in Mass Media; stipend ₹9,000; age 21–30.
• IT/Computer Science — 1 seat | Eligibility: MCA and B.Tech; stipend ₹9,000; age 21–30.
• Finance/Accounts — 1 seat | Eligibility: M.Com; stipend ₹9,000; age 21–30.

Important links

• Official website: doehimachal.nic.in (Notices/Career updates published here)
• Apprenticeship notification (PDF): DoE notice ID 536 (Advt. No. DoE-H01 (01)/02/2025-Cell-1(DoE)-Apprentices Vol-III/4051)

Detailed education, age limit, salary

• Education: As per discipline listed above; candidates must meet eligibility and possess final qualifications by July 31, 2025; result‑awaited candidates are not eligible. Apply for only one trade/discipline.
• Age limit: 21–30 years as on January 1, 2025; 5‑year relaxation for SC/ST/OBC (non‑creamy layer)/PwD as per rules.
• Stipend and tenure: ₹9,000 per month; one-year training; no extension and no obligation for regular employment after apprenticeship. Prior apprenticeship or one year+ job experience post‑qualification makes the candidate ineligible.
• Reservation and preference: Female candidates only; up to 80% seats preference for bonafide residents of Himachal Pradesh.

Selection and merit criteria

• No written test or interview. Shortlisting is based on 100 marks: Matriculation 20%, 10+2/Diploma 20% (whichever is higher if both), Essential Qualification 60%. Shortlisted list appears on the DoE website; document verification called in 1:3 ratio per seat. Medical fitness certificate required before joining.

Application process (offline)

• Download/read the notification from DoE website.
• Prepare the application as instructed in the notice, ensuring eligibility as on July 31, 2025.
• Attach self‑attested copies of educational certificates, age proof, category/reservation proof (if applicable), and any other documents specified.
• Submit by post/in person as per the address and mode stated in the notification so it reaches on or before August 31, 2025.

Admit card and exam date

• Not applicable. Selection is merit‑based with no exam or admit card. Candidates must monitor the DoE website for the shortlisted list and verification schedule.

Answer key and result

• Not applicable for answer key. Merit list/shortlist will be posted on the official website, followed by document verification and final selection.

FAQs

• How many seats are available and who can apply?
  19 Apprenticeship seats; female candidates only, with discipline‑specific qualifications.
• What is the application window?
  From August 14 to August 31, 2025 (offline submission).
• What is the stipend and duration?
  ₹9,000 per month for one year.
• What is the age criterion?
  21–30 years as on January 1, 2025; relaxations as per government rules.
• Can I apply for more than one discipline?
  No. Applications for more than one trade/discipline are rejected.
• Is there any test or interview?
  No exam or interview; selection is based on marks weightage (10th/12th/Diploma/Essential qualification).
• Are non‑Himachal residents eligible?
  Yes, but preference up to 80% seats is for bonafide Himachal Pradesh residents.
• Does apprenticeship guarantee a job?
  No. There is no obligation for regular employment after completion.