High Court of Himachal Pradesh, Shimla has released Advertisement Notice No. DJ-ADVT./2026 (1) for recruitment to 388 vacancies on the establishment of District Judiciary in Himachal Pradesh. The recruitment includes Court Manager, Clerk, Stenographer Grade-III, Driver, Process Server and Peon / Orderly / Chowkidar / Safai Karamchari and related posts.
The online application process starts on 10 August 2026. The last date to submit the online application and examination fee is 10 September 2026 at 11:59 PM. Candidates should carefully check post-wise qualification, age limit, category conditions, skill requirements, pay level and selection process before applying online.
HP High Court Recruitment 2026: Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Authority | High Court of Himachal Pradesh, Shimla |
| Recruitment | District Judiciary Recruitment 2026 |
| Advertisement No. | DJ-ADVT./2026 (1) |
| Advertisement Date | 05 August 2026 |
| Post Names | Court Manager, Clerk, Stenographer Grade-III, Driver, Process Server, Peon / Orderly / Chowkidar / Safai Karamchari etc. |
| Total Vacancies | 388 |
| Application Mode | Online Recruitment Application (ORA) |
| Application Start Date | 10 August 2026 |
| Last Date | 10 September 2026 at 11:59 PM |
| Job Location | District Judiciary establishments in Himachal Pradesh |
| Official Website | highcourt.hp.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement Date | 05 August 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 10 August 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 10 September 2026 at 11:59 PM |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 10 September 2026 at 11:59 PM |
| Examination / Test Date | To be notified |
| Admit Card | To be notified |
Application Fee
| Category | Examination Fee |
|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR) | ₹450/- including GST |
| Reserved Categories of Himachal Pradesh – SC / ST / OBC / EWS / PH | ₹300/- including GST |
| Payment Mode | Online only |
Fee Note: The examination fee is charged per application. Fee once paid will not be refunded.
Age Limit
Age for the advertised posts, except Court Manager, will be reckoned as on 01 January 2026.
| Category / Post | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Court Manager | 25 to 35 Years |
| UR / EWS – Other Posts | 18 to 45 Years |
| Reserved Categories of HP – SC / ST / OBC / PH, where applicable | 18 to 50 Years |
| HP Government Employees | 18 to 50 Years, subject to applicable rules |
Upper-age relaxation is subject to the conditions prescribed in the official advertisement and the applicable Himachal Pradesh District Judiciary R&P Rules, 2022.
HP High Court Vacancy Details 2026
| Post Name | Total Posts | Nature of Vacancies | Regular Pay Scale |
|---|---|---|---|
| Court Manager (Group-B) | 05 | Regular – 05 | Pay Level-16: ₹48,700 – ₹1,54,300 |
| Clerk (Group-C) | 141 | Regular – 84; Contract – 57 | Pay Level-03: ₹20,200 – ₹64,000 |
| Stenographer Grade-III (Group-C) | 79 | Regular – 48; Contract – 31 | Pay Level-06: ₹25,600 – ₹81,200 |
| Driver (Group-C) | 09 | Regular – 04; Daily Wages – 05 | Pay Level-05: ₹21,300 – ₹67,800 |
| Process Server (Group-D) | 65 | Regular – 61; Contract – 01; Daily Wages – 03 | Pay Level-01: ₹18,000 – ₹56,900 |
| Peon / Orderly / Chowkidar / Safai Karamchari etc. (Group-D) | 89 | Regular – 69; Daily Wages – 20 | Pay Level-01: ₹18,000 – ₹56,900 |
| Total | 388 | Various Regular / Contract / Daily Wage vacancies | |
For contract and daily-wage posts, wages/remuneration will be as fixed by the Government of Himachal Pradesh from time to time.
Educational Qualification & Eligibility
| Post | Educational Qualification / Eligibility |
|---|---|
| Court Manager | Graduation in any stream with MBA from a UGC-recognized University/Institution in India and 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 computers, Windows/Linux operating systems, typing and taking printouts. Candidates must qualify computer typing at 30 WPM in English and 25 WPM in Hindi using Kruti Dev-10 font. |
| Stenographer Grade-III | Graduation from a recognized University. Candidates must qualify English stenography at 80 WPM, English typing at 40 WPM and Hindi typing at 30 WPM using Kruti Dev-10 font. Only the prescribed tolerance of mistakes will be allowed. |
| Driver | Matriculation from a recognized Board, valid LMV driving licence held for at least 3 years and at least 3 years’ experience in driving LMV. Candidates with good mechanical knowledge of automobiles will be given preference. |
| Process Server | 10+2 examination passed from a recognized Board. |
| Peon / Orderly / Chowkidar / Safai Karamchari etc. | 10+2 examination passed from a recognized Board. |
Important Himachal Pradesh Qualification Condition
Important: Candidates must have knowledge of the customs and dialects of Himachal Pradesh and suitability for appointment under conditions prevailing in the State. For Group-C posts, the prescribed Matriculation / 10+2 / Graduation qualification is required from a school or institution situated in Himachal Pradesh, and for Group-D posts the prescribed Middle / Matriculation / 10+2 qualification is required from a school or institution situated in Himachal Pradesh. This condition does not apply to bona fide Himachali candidates.
Typing & Skill Test Requirements
| Post / Skill | Required Speed |
|---|---|
| Clerk – English Typing | 30 WPM |
| Clerk – Hindi Typing | 25 WPM using Kruti Dev-10 font |
| Stenographer Grade-III – English Stenography | 80 WPM |
| Stenographer Grade-III – English Typing | 40 WPM |
| Stenographer Grade-III – Hindi Typing | 30 WPM using Kruti Dev-10 font |
| Driver | Driving Proficiency Test |
Selection Process
| Post | Selection Stages |
|---|---|
| Court Manager | Written Test + Viva-Voce |
| Clerk | Screening Test + Written Test + Typing Test + Document Verification |
| Stenographer Grade-III | Screening Test + Stenography Test + Typing Test + further stages as prescribed |
| Driver | Screening Test + Driving Proficiency Test + Document Verification |
| Process Server | Screening Test + Written Test + Evaluation |
| Peon / Orderly / Chowkidar / Safai Karamchari etc. | Shortlisting in 1:3 ratio based on 10+2 marks + Evaluation / Document Verification; final merit based on educational qualification and evaluation |
Peon / Group-D Merit Calculation
For Peon / Orderly / Chowkidar / Safai Karamchari and related Group-D posts, candidates will be shortlisted in the ratio of 1:3. Marks obtained in 10+2 will be converted to 85 marks, and up to 15 marks will be awarded for evaluation of documents as prescribed under the R&P Rules, 2022.
Documents Required
Candidates should keep the following documents ready in the prescribed format, wherever applicable:
- Recent passport-size photograph and signature.
- Matriculation certificate as proof of date of birth.
- 10+2 / Graduation / MBA certificates and marksheets according to the post.
- Computer / typing / stenography related qualification details, if applicable.
- Valid LMV driving licence and driving experience certificate for Driver post.
- Experience certificate for Court Manager and any other post where experience is required.
- SC / ST / OBC / EWS / PH category certificate, if applicable.
- Bona fide Himachali certificate, wherever required to claim applicable benefits/conditions.
- Government employee NOC through proper channel, wherever applicable.
- Any other certificate required under the R&P Rules, 2022 and the online application form.
Important Instructions for Candidates
- Applications are accepted only in online mode. Applications received through any other mode will not be accepted.
- Eligibility regarding qualification and experience will be considered as on the date of submission of the online application, unless otherwise specified.
- Candidates should upload the required qualification, age-proof and experience documents with the online application to avoid rejection.
- The number of vacancies may increase or decrease due to administrative reasons.
- Updates regarding examinations/tests will be communicated through the registered mobile number and email ID and published on the High Court website.
- Candidates applying for more than one post should carefully follow the separate application/fee requirements shown on the recruitment portal.
- Admission to any test is provisional and subject to verification of eligibility and original documents.
- Candidates are advised to read the District Judiciary R&P Rules, 2022 and the complete advertisement before submitting the form.
How to Apply for HP High Court Recruitment 2026
- Open the official High Court of Himachal Pradesh recruitment portal from the Important Links section below.
- Complete registration using a valid mobile number and email ID.
- Select the relevant District Judiciary post and open the Online Recruitment Application (ORA).
- Fill in personal details, educational qualifications, category, experience and other required information carefully.
- Upload the required photograph, signature, qualification certificates, age proof, category certificate and experience documents, as applicable.
- Review all details before proceeding to payment.
- Pay the examination fee online – ₹450 for UR or ₹300 for eligible reserved categories of Himachal Pradesh.
- Submit the application before 10 September 2026 at 11:59 PM.
- Download and print the final submitted application and payment receipt for future reference.
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Official Notification PDF (Mirror) | Download PDF |
| HP High Court Recruitment / Official Website | Visit Website |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last date to apply for HP High Court Recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit the online application and examination fee is 10 September 2026 at 11:59 PM.
How many vacancies are available in HP High Court Recruitment 2026?
A total of 388 vacancies have been advertised for Court Manager, Clerk, Stenographer Grade-III, Driver, Process Server and Peon / Orderly / Chowkidar / Safai Karamchari and related posts.
How many Clerk vacancies are available?
There are 141 Clerk vacancies, consisting of 84 regular and 57 contract posts.
What is the application fee for HP High Court Recruitment 2026?
The fee is ₹450 including GST for Unreserved candidates and ₹300 including GST for eligible SC, ST, OBC, EWS and PH candidates of Himachal Pradesh.
What is the age limit?
Court Manager candidates must be 25 to 35 years old. For other posts, the age is generally 18 to 45 years for UR/EWS and up to 50 years for eligible reserved categories of Himachal Pradesh and HP Government employees, subject to the notification conditions.
What is the qualification for HP High Court Clerk Recruitment 2026?
Candidates need a Graduation degree from a recognized University with basic computer knowledge and must qualify typing at 30 WPM in English and 25 WPM in Hindi on computer.
What is the qualification for Process Server and Peon posts?
Candidates must have passed the 10+2 examination from a recognized Board, subject to the Himachal Pradesh qualification/location conditions prescribed in the recruitment rules and advertisement.
Where can candidates apply online?
Eligible candidates can apply through the official HP High Court recruitment portal at hphcrecruitment.in.