HP High Court Various Post Recruitment 2026: The High Court of Himachal Pradesh has released the official notification for the recruitment of various posts in the District Judiciary. This recruitment drive aims to fill a total of 89 vacancies for Stenographer Grade-III, Driver, Process Server, and Peon/Orderly/Chowkidar etc. posts under the Himachal Pradesh District Judiciary Staff (Recruitment, Promotion, Control, Conduct, Discipline and Other Conditions of Service) Rules, 2022.
Online applications will be accepted through the official recruitment portal . Candidates must possess the requisite educational qualifications and meet the age criteria as per the R&P Rules, 2022 . The selection process includes Screening Test, Skill Tests, and Document Verification .
HP High Court Various Post Recruitment 2026 – Quick Overview
| विवरण | जानकारी |
|---|---|
| Organization Name | High Court of Himachal Pradesh |
| Recruitment Rules | HP District Judiciary Staff (R&P) Rules, 2022 |
| Post Names | Stenographer Grade-III, Driver, Process Server, Peon/Orderly/Chowkidar, Safai Karamchari etc. |
| Total Vacancies | 89 (Regular & Daily Wages) |
| Age Limit | 18-45/50 Years |
| Qualification | 10th/10+2/Graduation (Post-wise) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Job Location | Various District Courts in Himachal Pradesh |
| Official Website | hphcrecruitment.in |
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Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 05 August 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | To be notified |
| Application Last Date | To be notified |
| Fee Payment Last Date | To be notified |
| Exam Date | As per schedule |
| Admit Card Date | Before Exam |
Note: Candidates are advised to regularly visit the High Court website for updates on application dates and other important information.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR) | ₹450/- (including GST) |
| Reserved Categories of HP (SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PH) | ₹300/- (including GST) |
- Payment Mode: Online only
- Note: The fee once paid shall not be refunded .
Age Limit (As on 01 January 2026)
| Category | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR) and EWS | 18 to 45 Years |
| Reserved Categories of HP (SC/ST/OBC/PH) | 18 to 50 Years* |
| HP Government Employees | 18 to 50 Years* |
Note: *Five years relaxation in upper age limit is admissible only to the bonafide SC, ST, OBC of HP and persons with benchmark disabilities of HP, in case a post is reserved for these categories .
Vacancy Details
Stenographer Grade-III – Group C – 48 Posts
| Category | Clear-cut | Anticipated | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| UR | 13 | 2 | 15 |
| SC | 11 | 0 | 11 |
| ST | 4 | 0 | 4 |
| OBC | 9 | 3 | 12 |
| EWS | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| PH | 4 | 0 | 4 |
| Total | 43 | 5 | 48 |
- Pay Level: 06 (₹25,600 – ₹81,200)
- Qualification: Graduation degree from a recognized University .
- Skill Test: Stenography Test (English) with speed of 80 W.P.M. and Typing Test with speed of 40 W.P.M. in English and 30 W.P.M. in Hindi .
- Mistake Allowance: Only 10% mistakes allowed .
Driver – Group C – 4 Posts
| Category | Clear-cut | Anticipated | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| UR | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| SC | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| OBC | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Total | 2 | 2 | 4 |
- Pay Level: 05 (₹21,300 – ₹67,800)
- Qualification: Matriculation pass + Valid LMV driving license for at least 3 years + 3 years driving experience .
- Preference: Candidates with good mechanical knowledge of automobiles .
- Selection: Screening Test, Proficiency Test of driving, Document Verification .
Process Server – Group D – 31 Posts
| Category | Clear-cut | Anticipated | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| UR | 25 | 1 | 26 |
| SC | 14 | 1 | 15 |
| ST | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| OBC | 8 | 1 | 9 |
| EWS | 9 | 0 | 9 |
| PH | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 58 | 3 | 61 |
- Pay Level: 01 (₹18,000 – ₹56,900)
- Qualification: 10+2 examination from recognized Board .
- Selection: Screening Test, Written Test & Evaluation .
Peon/Orderly/Chowkidar/Safai Karamchari etc. – Group D – 3 Posts
| Category | Clear-cut | Anticipated | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| UR | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| SC | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Total | 3 | 0 | 3 |
- Pay Level: 01 (₹18,000 – ₹56,900)
- Qualification: 10+2 examination from recognized Board .
- Selection: Shortlisting in ratio 1:3 based on 10+2 marks (85 marks) + evaluation of documents (15 marks) .
Peon/Orderly/Chowkidar/Safai Karamchari etc. (Daily Wages) – Group D – 20 Posts
| Category | Clear-cut | Anticipated | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| UR | 7 | 1 | 8 |
| SC | 4 | 0 | 4 |
| OBC | 5 | 1 | 6 |
| EWS | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| PH | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Total | 18 | 2 | 20 |
- Wages/Remuneration: As fixed by the Govt. of HP from time to time.
- Qualification: 10+2 examination from recognized Board .
- Selection: Shortlisting in ratio 1:3 based on 10+2 marks (85 marks) + evaluation of documents (15 marks) .
Eligibility
Educational Qualification
| Post | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Stenographer Grade-III | Graduation from recognized University |
| Driver | Matriculation + Valid LMV Driving License (3 years) + 3 years driving experience |
| Process Server | 10+2 examination from recognized Board |
| Peon/Orderly/Chowkidar/Safai Karamchari | 10+2 examination from recognized Board |
Himachal Pradesh Domicile Requirement
Candidates must have knowledge of custom and dialects of Himachal Pradesh. For Group-C posts, candidates must have passed matriculation or 10+2 or Graduation from any school/institution situated within Himachal Pradesh. For Group-D posts, candidates must have passed middle or matriculation or 10+2 from any school/institution situated within Himachal Pradesh. This condition shall not apply to Bonafide Himachalis .
Age Relaxation
- SC/ST/OBC/PH of HP: 5 years relaxation (if post is reserved for these categories)
- HP Government Employees: Up to 50 years
Selection Process
- Screening Test: Objective type test for all posts.
- Skill Test (Stenographer): Stenography Test (80 W.P.M.) and Typing Test (40 W.P.M. English / 30 W.P.M. Hindi) .
- Proficiency Test (Driver): Driving proficiency test .
- Evaluation (Group D): Shortlisting based on 10+2 marks (85 marks) + evaluation of documents (15 marks) .
- Document Verification: Verification of original certificates.
Note: The selection process is as per the R&P Rules, 2022 .
Required Documents
- Recent Coloured Photograph (20-50 KB, JPG/JPEG/PNG)
- Signature (10-20 KB, JPG/JPEG/PNG)
- Matric Certificate (Age Proof) (100-500 KB, JPG/JPEG/PNG)
- ID Proof (Aadhaar, DL, Passport etc.) (100-500 KB, JPG/JPEG/PNG)
- Educational Qualification Certificates
- Caste/Category Certificate (if applicable)
- EWS Certificate (if applicable)
- PH Disability Certificate (if applicable)
- HP Bonafide Certificate
- Experience Certificate (for Driver)
- Valid Driving License (for Driver)
- NOC (for Government employees)
How to Apply for HP High Court Various Post Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official recruitment portal: https://www.hphcrecruitment.in/login
- Click on the link for the advertised post .
- Register using a valid Email ID and Mobile Number.
- After successful registration, log in using your credentials.
- Fill the online application form with complete personal, educational, and contact details.
- Upload scanned copies of photograph, signature, and required documents .
- Pay the application fee online through the available payment modes.
- Preview your application form and verify all details carefully.
- Submit the application form.
- Take a printout of the final submitted application form for future reference .
Important Note: Candidates are advised to go through the FAQs and Video Tutorial available on the recruitment portal before applying .
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Official Notification PDF | Click Here |
| R&P Rules, 2022 | Click Here |
| HP High Court Official Website | HPHC Official Website |
| Helpdesk Email | arrecruitment-hc@hp.gov.in |
FAQs
Q1: What is the last date to apply for HP High Court Various Post Recruitment 2026?
The last date for online application submission will be notified on the High Court website. Candidates are advised to check the official website regularly .
Q2: What is the total number of vacancies?
A total of 89 vacancies are available across various posts (Regular & Daily Wages) .
Q3: What is the educational qualification for Stenographer Grade-III?
Candidates must have a Graduation degree from a recognized University .
Q4: What is the age limit for UR candidates?
The age limit for UR candidates is 18 to 45 years as on 01 January 2026 .
Q5: What is the application fee for General candidates?
Unreserved candidates need to pay ₹450/- . Reserved categories of HP pay ₹300/- .
Q6: Is there any physical test for Driver post?
Yes, candidates have to appear for a Proficiency Test of driving along with the Screening Test and Document Verification .
Q7: What is the selection process for Group D posts?
Candidates will be shortlisted in the ratio 1:3 based on 10+2 marks (85 marks) and evaluation of documents (15 marks) .
Q8: Can government employees apply?
Yes, but they must submit their online application through proper channel along with a No Objection Certificate (NOC) within 15 days from the last date .