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HP High Court Recruitment 2026 Notification Out - Apply Online for 388 Clerk, Peon, Stenographer and More Posts

Court Manager, Clerk, Stenographer Grade-III, Driver, Process Server, Peon/Orderly/Chowkidar/Safai Karamchari/Chowkidar-cum-Safai Karamchari
Vacancies
10 September 2026 (11:59 PM)
Last Date
Online only
Apply Mode
District Judiciary establishments across Himachal Pradesh
Location
Apply Online / Official Website ↗

HP High Court Recruitment 2026 : Job Overview

The High Court of Himachal Pradesh (HP High Court) has invited Online Recruitment Applications (ORA) for clear-cut and anticipated vacancies on the Establishment of District Judiciary in Himachal Pradesh, under "The Himachal Pradesh District Judiciary Staff (Recruitment, Promotion, Control, Conduct, Discipline and Other Conditions of Service) Rules, 2022". Here is a quick overview of the HP High Court Recruitment 2026 notification. Register for Job Alerts
Organization NameHigh Court of Himachal Pradesh, Shimla
Total VacanciesCourt Manager, Clerk, Stenographer Grade-III, Driver, Process Server, Peon/Orderly/Chowkidar/Safai Karamchari/Chowkidar-cum-Safai Karamchari
Application ModeOnline only
Job LocationDistrict Judiciary establishments across Himachal Pradesh
Notification NumberDJ-ADVT./2026 (1), dated 5 August 2026
Official Websitehighcourt.hp.gov.in
Last Updated08 Aug 2026

HP High Court Recruitment 2026 Important Dates

The exam date, admit card release date, and result date are not specified in the provided notification. Candidates will be informed about examination and test schedules only through SMS alerts and registered email.
EventDate
Notification Release Date5 August 2026
Online Application Start Date10 August 2026
Online Application Last Date10 September 2026 (11:59 PM)
Fee Payment Last Date10 September 2026 (11:59 PM)

HP High Court Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details

A total of 388 posts are advertised across regular, contractual, and daily wages categories. The post-wise vacancy breakup for HP High Court Vacancy 2026 is given below.
S NoPost NameNo Of Posts
1Court Manager (Group-B)5 (Regular)
2Clerk (Group-C)141 (Regular: 84, Contract: 57)
3Stenographer Grade-III (Group-C)79 (Regular: 48, Contract: 31)
4Driver (Group-C)9 (Regular: 4, Daily Wages: 5)
5Process Server (Group-D)65 (Regular: 61, Contract: 1, Daily Wages: 3)
6Peon/Orderly/Chowkidar/Safai Karamchari/Chowkidar-cum-Safai Karamchari (Group-D)89 (Regular: 69, Daily Wages: 20)
Total388

HP High Court Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria

Educational qualification requirements differ by post for HP High Court Recruitment 2026: Court Manager: Graduation in any stream with a Master's in Business Administration (MBA) from a UGC-recognized University or Institution in India, plus 3 years' experience in Process Management, IT Systems Management, Human Resources Management, or Financial Management. Good knowledge of legal affairs and computer applications is desirable. Clerk: Graduation from a recognized University with basic computer knowledge, including operating Windows and Linux, and typing/printing. Stenographer Grade-III: Graduation degree from a recognized University. Driver: Matriculation pass from a recognized Board, a valid LMV driving licence held for at least 3 years, and at least 3 years' experience driving an LMV. Preference is given to candidates with good mechanical knowledge of automobiles. Process Server: 10+2
CategoryAge Limit
Court Manager25 to 35 years (all categories)
Unreserved (UR) and EWS - all other posts18 to 45 years
Reserved HP categories (SC/ST/OBC/PH), where post is reserved for that category18 to 50 years
HP Government employees18 to 50 years

HP High Court Recruitment 2026 Salary

Selected candidates for regular posts will be placed in the following Pay Matrix levels. Contractual and daily wages appointees will receive wages/remuneration as fixed by the Government of Himachal Pradesh from time to time.
PostPay LevelPay Scale Regular
Court ManagerPay Level-16Rs. 48,700 - 1,54,300
ClerkPay Level-03Rs. 20,200 - 64,000
Stenographer Grade-IIIPay Level-06Rs. 25,600 - 81,200
DriverPay Level-05Rs. 21,300 - 67,800
Process ServerPay Level-1Rs. 18,000 - 56,900
Peon/Orderly/Chowkidar/Safai KaramchariPay Level-1Rs. 18,000 - 56,900

HP High Court Recruitment 2026 Application Fee

The fee must be paid only through online mode. Once paid, the fee is not refunded under any circumstances.
CategoryExamination Fee Per Application
Unreserved (UR)Rs. 450 (including GST)
Reserved categories of HP (SC, ST, OBC, EWS, PH)Rs. 300 (including GST)

HP High Court Recruitment 2026 Selection Process

The selection process differs by post: Court Manager: Written Test and Viva-voce, as per Schedule-III Part 3 (Phase-I and Phase-II) of the R&P Rules, 2022. Clerk: Screening Test, Written Test, Typing Test, and Document Verification (DV). Candidates must qualify a typing test with a speed of 30 WPM in English and 25 WPM in Hindi (Kruti Dev-10 font), held separately after qualifying the Screening Test. Stenographer Grade-III: Screening Test as per the syllabus on the official website, followed by a Stenography Test at 80 WPM in English with accurate transcription within 5 times the dictation time, and a Typing Test at 40 WPM in English and 30 WPM in Hindi (Kruti Dev-10 font). Candidates making more than 10% mistakes in transcription or typing are declared unqualified. Driver: Screening Test, Proficiency Test of driving, and Document Verification. Process Server: Screening Test, Written Tes

HP High Court Recruitment 2026 Required Documents

Candidates must keep the following scanned documents ready before filling the online application: Recent coloured photograph on a white background (20 to 50 KB, JPG/JPEG/PNG) Signature on a white background (10 to 20 KB, JPG/JPEG/PNG) Matriculation certificate as age proof (100 to 500 KB, JPG/JPEG/PNG) ID proof such as Aadhaar, driving licence, or passport (100 to 500 KB, JPG/JPEG/PNG) Other certificates and documents, including category and educational certificates (100 KB to 2 MB, PDF only)

HP High Court Recruitment 2026 Important Instructions

Candidates must ensure their eligibility regarding qualification, category, age, and experience as on the last date of submission of the online application. Candidates already in Government or Semi-Government service must submit their application through proper channel along with a No Objection Certificate (NOC) within 15 days of the last date; this does not apply to Job Trainee/contract/casual/adhoc/daily wage/work-charged employees. Candidates will be informed about examination/test schedules only through SMS alerts and registered email; no separate call letters will be sent through any other mode. Category once claimed will be treated as final, and no change will be entertained. The number of vacancies may increase or decrease, and vacancies in a particular division or district may vary due to administrative reasons. Re-checking or re-evaluation of answer sheets is not allowed at any

HP High Court Recruitment 2026 : How to Apply Online Step-by-Step

  • 1Applications are accepted only in online mode; applications received through any other mode will be rejected. To apply for HP High Court Apply Online:
  • 2Visit the official recruitment portal at hphcrecruitment.in, or the relevant link on the High Court website at highcourt.hp.gov.in.
  • 3Go through the FAQs and video tutorial available on the recruitment portal before starting the application.
  • 4Register and fill in the Online Recruitment Application (ORA) form with personal, educational, and category details.
  • 5Upload the required photograph, signature, and certificates in the specified size and format.
  • 6Pay the applicable examination fee through online mode only.
  • 7Preview the completed application and download a printout or screenshot for your records before final submission.
  • 8Once submitted, the application cannot be withdrawn or modified. It can only be cancelled without a refund of the fee.

HP High Court Recruitment 2026 : Important Instructions

Candidates must ensure their eligibility regarding qualification, category, age, and experience as on the last date of submission of the online application. Candidates already in Government or Semi-Government service must submit their application through proper channel along with a No Objection Certificate (NOC) within 15 days of the last date; this does not apply to Job Trainee/contract/casual/adhoc/daily wage/work-charged employees. Candidates will be informed about examination/test schedules only through SMS alerts and registered email; no separate call letters will be sent through any other mode. Category once claimed will be treated as final, and no change will be entertained. The number of vacancies may increase or decrease, and vacancies in a particular division or district may vary due to administrative reasons. Re-checking or re-evaluation of answer sheets is not allowed at any stage. Results against regular vacancies will be declared first, followed by results for contractual and daily wages modes. Candidates cannot switch between appointment modes after final results are declared. Candidates should apply only once for a particular post and need not apply separately for its regular, contractual, and daily wages vacancies.

HP High Court Recruitment 2026 : Important Links & Notification PDF

HP High Court Recruitment 2026 : Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1What is HP High Court Recruitment 2026?
A
It is a recruitment drive by the High Court of Himachal Pradesh for 388 posts of Court Manager, Clerk, Stenographer Grade-III, Driver, Process Server, and Peon/Orderly/Chowkidar/Safai Karamchari on the Establishment of District Judiciary in Himachal Pradesh.
Q2How many vacancies are available in HP High Court Recruitment 2026?
A
A total of 388 vacancies are available across six post categories, covering regular, contractual, and daily wages appointments.
Q3What is the last date to apply for HP High Court Recruitment 2026?
A
The online application closes on 10 September 2026 at 11:59 PM.
Q4What is the qualification required for HP High Court Recruitment 2026?
A
It varies by post, ranging from 10+2 pass for Process Server and Peon-category posts to graduation for Clerk and Stenographer, and graduation with MBA for Court Manager.
Q5What is the age limit for HP High Court Recruitment 2026?
A
For Court Manager, it is 25 to 35 years. For other posts, UR/EWS candidates must be 18 to 45 years, while reserved HP categories and HP Government employees can apply up to 50 years, as on 1 January 2026.
Q6What is the application fee for HP High Court Recruitment 2026?
A
Rs. 450 (including GST) for Unreserved candidates and Rs. 300 (including GST) for reserved categories of HP (SC, ST, OBC, EWS, PH), payable only online.
Q7How can I apply online for HP High Court Recruitment 2026?
A
Applications must be submitted online through hphcrecruitment.in before the last date; applications submitted through any other mode will not be accepted.
Q8What is the selection process for HP High Court Recruitment 2026?
A
It differs by post and includes combinations of Screening Test, Written Test, Typing Test, Stenography Test, Driving Proficiency Test, Viva-voce, and Document Verification, as specified for each post.
Q9What is the salary for HP High Court Recruitment 2026 posts?
A
Regular posts carry Pay Matrix levels ranging from Rs. 18,000–56,900 (Process Server, Peon-category posts) to Rs. 48,700–1,54,300 (Court Manager). Contract and daily wages posts carry wages fixed by the Government of Himachal Pradesh.
Q10How can I apply for HP High Court Recruitment 2026 Notification Out - Apply Online for 388 Clerk, Peon, Stenographer and More Posts?
A
Ans: You can apply online through the official recruitment link provided for HP High Court Recruitment 2026 Notification Out - Apply Online for 388 Clerk, Peon, Stenographer and More Posts on www.topsarkarijobs.com. Read the full notification and check your eligibility before applying on the official portal. TopSarkariJobs began compiling verified government-job updates in 2020 and launched online in 2025.
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