About the HP High Court Recruitment 2026
The High Court of Himachal Pradesh has released an official notification for the HP High Court Recruitment 2026, inviting online applications for 388 vacancies across various positions within the District Judiciary. This recruitment drive aims to fill both clear-cut and anticipated vacancies under "The Himachal Pradesh District Judiciary Staff (Recruitment, Promotion, Control, Conduct, Discipline and Other Conditions of Service) Rules, 2022." Interested candidates should review the full advertisement details before applying.
HP High Court Vacancy Details 2026
A total of 388 posts are available, covering regular, contractual, and daily wages appointments. The distribution of vacancies for the HP High Court Vacancy 2026 is as follows:
| S. No. | Post Name | No. of Posts |
|---|
| 1 | Court Manager (Group-B) | 5 (Regular) |
| 2 | Clerk (Group-C) | 141 (Regular: 84, Contract: 57) |
| 3 | Stenographer Grade-III (Group-C) | 79 (Regular: 48, Contract: 31) |
| 4 | Driver (Group-C) | 9 (Regular: 4, Daily Wages: 5) |
| 5 | Process Server (Group-D) | 65 (Regular: 61, Contract: 1, Daily Wages: 3) |
| 6 | Peon/Orderly/Chowkidar/Safai Karamchari/Chowkidar-cum-Safai Karamchari (Group-D) | 89 (Regular: 69, Daily Wages: 20) |
| Total | 388 |
The official notification provides detailed category-wise reservation information (UR, SC, ST, OBC, EWS, PH) for each post. The number of vacancies may be subject to change due to administrative requirements.
Eligibility Criteria for HP High Court Jobs 2026
Candidates applying for the HP High Court jobs must meet specific educational qualifications and age limits as of January 1, 2026.
Educational Qualification
The required educational qualifications vary significantly by post:
- Court Manager: Applicants need a Graduation degree in any stream along with a Master's in Business Administration (MBA) from a UGC-recognized University or Institution in India.
- Clerk: A Graduation degree from a recognized University is required, coupled with basic computer knowledge, including proficiency in Windows and Linux operating systems, and typing/printing skills.
- Stenographer Grade-III: Candidates must hold a Graduation degree from a recognized University.
- Driver: A Matriculation pass from a recognized Board is essential. Candidates must also possess a valid Light Motor Vehicle (LMV) driving licence held for at least 3 years, and have a minimum of 3 years of LMV driving experience. Preference will be given to those with good mechanical knowledge of automobiles.
- Process Server: A 10+2 pass from a recognized Board is the minimum educational requirement.
- Peon/Orderly/Chowkidar/Safai Karamchari/Chowkidar-cum-Safai Karamchari: A 10+2 pass from a recognized Board is required for these positions.
Additionally, all candidates must be citizens of India. Except for Bonafide Himachalis, applicants must have completed matriculation, 10+2, or graduation (for Group-C posts) or middle, matriculation, or 10+2 (for Group-D posts) from a school or institution located within Himachal Pradesh, and possess knowledge of the State's customs and dialects.
Age Limit
The age limits for the various posts, calculated as on January 1, 2026, are as follows:
| Category | Age Limit |
|---|
| Court Manager | 25 to 35 years (all categories) |
| Unreserved (UR) and EWS - all other posts | 18 to 45 years |
| Reserved HP categories (SC/ST/OBC/PH), where post is reserved for that category | 18 to 50 years |
| HP Government employees | 18 to 50 years |
A 5-year relaxation in the upper age limit is applicable only to bonafide SC, ST, OBC candidates of HP and persons with benchmark disabilities of HP, provided the post is reserved for their respective category. Age relaxation for HP Government employees is granted as per existing government orders and instructions.
HP High Court Salary Structure 2026
Selected candidates for regular posts will receive salaries according to the specified Pay Matrix levels. Appointees on contractual and daily wages modes will be paid wages/remuneration as determined by the Government of Himachal Pradesh.
| Post | Pay Level | Gross Salary |
|---|
| Court Manager | Pay Level-16 | Rs. 48,700 - 1,54,300 |
| Clerk | Pay Level-03 | Rs. 20,200 - 64,000 |
| Stenographer Grade-III | Pay Level-06 | Rs. 25,600 - 81,200 |
| Driver | Pay Level-05 | Rs. 21,300 - 67,800 |
| Process Server | Pay Level-1 | Rs. 18,000 - 56,900 |
| Peon/Orderly/Chowkidar/Safai Karamchari | Pay Level-1 | Rs. 18,000 - 56,900 |
Application Fee for HP High Court Recruitment 2026
Candidates must pay a non-refundable application fee, which varies by category:
| Category | Examination Fee (per application) |
|---|
| Unreserved (UR) | Rs. 450 (including GST) |
| Reserved categories of HP (SC, ST, OBC, EWS, PH) | Rs. 300 (including GST) |
The fee must be paid exclusively through online mode.
HP High Court Selection Process 2026
The selection methodology for the HP High Court Recruitment 2026 is tailored for each post:
- Court Manager: Selection involves a Written Test and a Viva-voce, structured according to Schedule-III Part 3 (Phase-I and Phase-II) of the R&P Rules, 2022.
- Clerk: Candidates will undergo a Screening Test, Written Test, Typing Test, and Document Verification. A typing speed of 30 WPM in English and 25 WPM in Hindi (Kruti Dev-10 font) is mandatory to qualify the typing test, which is conducted after the Screening Test.
- Stenographer Grade-III: The process includes a Screening Test based on the syllabus on the official website, followed by a Stenography Test at 80 WPM in English with accurate transcription within 5 times the dictation duration. A Typing Test at 40 WPM in English and 30 WPM in Hindi (Kruti Dev-10 font) is also required, with candidates exceeding 10% mistakes being disqualified.
- Driver: Selection involves a Screening Test, a Driving Proficiency Test, and Document Verification.
- Process Server: Applicants will be selected through a Screening Test, Written Test, and Evaluation, as outlined in Part 10 of Schedule-III of the R&P Rules, 2022.
- Peon/Orderly/Chowkidar/Safai Karamchari/Chowkidar-cum-Safai Karamchari: Candidates are shortlisted in a 1:3 ratio for Evaluation/Document Verification. This shortlisting is based on marks obtained in 10+2 (calculated out of 85 marks) combined with 15 marks for evaluation of uploaded documents. The final merit list is determined by the total combined score.
Documents Required for HP High Court Application 2026
Before proceeding with the online application, candidates must prepare scanned copies of the following documents:
- Recent coloured photograph on a white background (20 to 50 KB, JPG/JPEG/PNG format).
- Signature on a white background (10 to 20 KB, JPG/JPEG/PNG format).
- Matriculation certificate for age proof (100 to 500 KB, JPG/JPEG/PNG format).
- ID proof such as Aadhaar, driving licence, or passport (100 to 500 KB, JPG/JPEG/PNG format).
- Other relevant certificates and documents, including category and educational certificates (100 KB to 2 MB, PDF format only).
How to Apply Online for HP High Court Recruitment 2026
Applications for the HP High Court Recruitment 2026 must be submitted exclusively through the online mode. Any applications received via other methods will be rejected. Follow these steps to apply:
- Visit the official recruitment portal at hphcrecruitment.in, or access the relevant link from the High Court's main website at highcourt.hp.gov.in.
- Before starting, it is highly recommended to review the FAQs and watch the video tutorial available on the recruitment portal.
- Register on the portal and accurately complete the Online Recruitment Application (ORA) form with all personal, educational, and category-specific details.
- Upload the required photograph, signature, and other certificates, ensuring they adhere to the specified size and format guidelines.
- Proceed to pay the applicable examination fee using the online payment gateway.
- Carefully preview your entire application for any errors before final submission. Download a printout or take a screenshot of the completed application for your records.
Once an application is submitted, it cannot be withdrawn or modified, though it can be cancelled without a fee refund.
Important Instructions for Candidates
- Candidates must ensure they meet all eligibility criteria regarding qualification, category, age, and experience as of the last date for online application submission.
- Government or Semi-Government employees must submit their application through the proper channel, along with a No Objection Certificate (NOC), within 15 days of the last date. This rule does not apply to Job Trainee/contract/casual/adhoc/daily wage/work-charged employees.
- All communications regarding examination/test schedules will be sent via SMS alerts and registered email only; no physical call letters will be dispatched.
- The category claimed by a candidate will be considered final, and no changes will be permitted later.
- The number of advertised vacancies may increase or decrease, and the distribution of vacancies across divisions or districts may vary due to administrative reasons.
- Re-checking or re-evaluation of answer sheets is strictly prohibited at any stage of the recruitment process.
- Results for regular vacancies will be announced first, followed by those for contractual and daily wages modes. Candidates cannot change their appointment mode after the final results are declared.
- Applicants should submit only one application for a specific post and do not need to apply separately for its regular, contractual, and daily wages vacancies.
