The High Court of Himachal Pradesh has released a notification for the recruitment of 388 Group-C and Group-D vacancies including Stenographer Grade-III, Clerk, Driver, Peon, Orderly, Chowkidar, Safai Karamchari, and other support staff in the District Judiciary. Eligible candidates can apply online from 5 August 2026.
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | High Court of Himachal Pradesh (District Judiciary) |
| Post Names | Stenographer Grade-III, Clerk, Driver, Peon, Orderly, Chowkidar, Safai Karamchari, etc. |
| Total Vacancies | 388 (Regular: 301 + Daily Wages: 87) |
| Advt. Date | 5 August 2026 |
| Application Mode | Online Only |
| Last Date to Apply | 10th September 2026 |
| Job Type | Regular & Daily Wages |
| Official Website | highcourt.hp.gov.in |
Employment Type:FULL_TIME
Number of Vacancies:388
| S.No | Post Name | Total Vacancies | Category | Educational Qualification | Selection Process |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Stenographer Grade-III | 48 | Group-C | Graduation degree from a recognized University. | Screening Test + Stenography Test (80 W.P.M. in English) + Typing Test (40 W.P.M. English / 30 W.P.M. Hindi) |
| 2 | Clerk | 61 | Group-C | 10+2 examination from a recognized Board. | Screening Test + Written Test & Evaluation as per R&P Rules, 2022. |
| 3 | Driver | 4 | Group-C | Matriculation (10th). Preference for good mechanical knowledge. | Screening Test + Proficiency Test of Driving + Document Verification. |
| 4 | Peon / Orderly / Chowkidar / Safai Karamchari | 275 (69 Regular + 20 Daily Wages + 186 others as per notification structure) | Group-D | 10+2 examination from a recognized Board. | Shortlisting in 1:3 ratio based on 10+2 marks (85 marks) + 15 marks for document evaluation. |
Note: Total vacancies include both Regular (301) and Daily Wages (87) categories. For detailed category-wise breakdown (UR/SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PH), refer to the vacancy tables in the original notification.
| Category | Educational Qualification | Age Limit |
|---|---|---|
| Stenographer Grade-III (Group-C) | Graduation degree from a recognized University. | UR/EWS: 18-45 years; Reserved (HP): 18-50 years; HP Govt. Employees: 18-50 years |
| Clerk (Group-C) | 10+2 examination from a recognized Board. | UR/EWS: 18-45 years; Reserved (HP): 18-50 years; HP Govt. Employees: 18-50 years |
| Driver (Group-C) | Matriculation (10th) from a recognized Board. | UR/EWS: 18-45 years; Reserved (HP): 18-50 years; HP Govt. Employees: 18-50 years |
| Group-D (Peon, Orderly, Chowkidar, Safai Karamchari) | 10+2 examination from a recognized Board. | UR/EWS: 18-45 years; Reserved (HP): 18-50 years; HP Govt. Employees: 18-50 years |
Note: Candidates must have knowledge of customs and dialects of Himachal Pradesh. For Group-C posts, candidates must have passed Matriculation/10+2/Graduation from a school/institution situated within Himachal Pradesh (except Bonafide Himachalis).
Educational Qualification:Post-specific as detailed in the eligibility table. Qualifications must be from a recognized Board/University. For Group-C, the qualifying exam should be from an institution within Himachal Pradesh (except for Bonafide Himachalis).
Age Limit:Minimum 18 years and Maximum 45 years for UR/EWS candidates as on 01.01.2026. Relaxation: 50 years for SC/ST/OBC/PH candidates of Himachal Pradesh and HP Government Employees.
Application Fee (Non-Refundable): UR: ₹450 (inclusive of GST); SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PH of HP: ₹300 (inclusive of GST). Fee must be paid online through the payment gateway.
Selection Procedure: Selection varies by post. It includes Screening Test, Proficiency Test (Stenography/Typing/Driving), Written Test, and/or Document Verification as per the R&P Rules, 2022.
Candidates must apply online only through the official recruitment portal. No offline applications will be accepted.
Important: Last date to apply and exam dates will be updated on the official website. Keep checking the portal for updates.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 5 August 2026 |
| Start Date for Online Application | 5 August 2026 |
| Last Date for Online Application | 10th September 2026 |
| Last Date for Payment of Fee | To be updated on the website |
Official Website (High Court): https://highcourt.hp.gov.in
Recruitment Portal: https://www.hphcrecruitment.in/
Official Notification (PDF): Download Official Notification (if accessible)
Helpdesk Email: [email protected]
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The High Court of Himachal Pradesh is the apex judicial authority in the Indian state of Himachal Pradesh. Located in the capital city of Shimla, the court was established in 1971 following the formation of the state. It exercises jurisdiction over the entire territory of Himachal Pradesh and operates under the authority of the Constitution of India. The court has both appellate and original jurisdiction in civil, criminal, constitutional, and administrative matters. It plays a vital role in interpreting laws, ensuring justice, and safeguarding the rights and liberties of citizens.
The Himachal Pradesh High Court consists of a Chief Justice and several other judges appointed by the President of India. The judges are responsible for delivering judgments and overseeing the proper functioning of subordinate courts across the state. The court is known for its emphasis on transparency and efficiency in the judicial process, and it has taken significant steps toward digitalization to make case management and access to justice more streamlined. As a guardian of the Constitution within the state, the High Court of Himachal Pradesh holds a prominent place in the Indian judicial system.