High Court of Himachal Pradesh
— District Judiciary Establishment
| Post Name | Clerk, Stenographer, Driver, Process Server, Peon, Court Manager |
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| Total Vacancies | 388 |
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| Qualification | 10+2, Graduate, or MBA depending on the post. |
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| Age Limit | 18-45 years for general candidates (relaxations apply as per HP Govt norms). |
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| Salary | Pay levels vary by post from Level-1 (Rs. 18,000 - 56,900) to Level-16 (Rs. 48,700 - 1,54,300). |
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| Application Fee | Rs. 450 for UR/EWS and Rs. 300 for reserved HP categories. |
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| Selection Process | Screening test, written examination, typing/stenography test, and document verification. |
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Overview of HP High Court Recruitment 2026
The High Court of Himachal Pradesh has released notification No. DJ-ADVT./2026 (1) to fill 388 vacancies across various positions within the District Judiciary establishments of the state. This recruitment process aims to appoint personnel for regular, contractual, and daily wage roles.
Vacancy Breakdown
| Post Name | Total Vacancies |
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| Court Manager | 5 |
| Clerk | 141 |
| Stenographer Grade-III | 79 |
| Driver | 9 |
| Process Server | 65 |
| Peon/Orderly/Chowkidar/Safai Karamchari | 89 |
Eligibility and Qualifications
Candidates must meet the specific educational requirements as of the notification date:
- Court Manager: Graduation plus MBA with 3 years of relevant experience.
- Clerk/Stenographer: Bachelor's degree from a recognized university.
- Driver: Matriculation pass with a valid LMV driving license (3 years old).
- Process Server/Group-D: 10+2 pass.
Age Criteria: The age limit is 18 to 45 years for most posts (18 to 50 for reserved categories and HP government employees) as of January 1, 2026. The Court Manager post has an age limit of 25 to 35 years.
Selection Procedure
The selection process varies by post, generally involving a Screening Test, Written Examination, Typing/Stenography tests, and document verification. Proficiency in state dialects and local customs is essential for certain roles.
Application Details
Eligible candidates can apply online at the official portal until September 10, 2026, at 11:59 PM. The application fee is Rs. 450 for General candidates and Rs. 300 for reserved categories of HP. Fees must be paid exclusively through the online payment gateway provided on the website.
Important Application Instructions
- Applications must be submitted exclusively through the official portal.
- Candidates should retain a copy of the submitted application form for future reference.
- No modification to the application is possible after final submission.
- Ensure that all documents, including photographs and signatures, meet the specified file size and format requirements.
Register at hphcrecruitment.in, fill the application form, upload documents, and complete the fee payment.
