HP High Court Recruitment 2026: 12 Steno, PA Posts

HP High Court Recruitment 2026 Announced

The Himachal Pradesh High Court (HP High Court) has released a recruitment notification for various posts. This hiring drive aims to fill 12 vacancies for Stenographer and Personal Assistant/Judgment Writer positions.

Candidates who meet the eligibility criteria can apply offline. The last date to submit applications is 15 September 2026.

Job Highlights

Vacancy Details

A total of 12 vacancies have been announced for the following posts:

• Personal Assistant/Judgment Writer (Group-B) (Mode-C)
• Personal Assistant/Judgment Writer (Group-B) (Mode-D)
• Stenographer (Group-C) (Mode-B)

The exact number of vacancies for each specific post is not detailed in the provided information.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must meet the specific eligibility requirements for each post:

• Personal Assistant/Judgment Writer (Group-B) (Mode-C): Must be Graduate Stenographers working in the High Court with no service rider, or Junior Scale Stenographers with at least 5 years of service as Junior Scale Stenographer in the High Court.
• Personal Assistant/Judgment Writer (Group-B) (Mode-D): Must be Graduate Senior Scale Stenographers working in the District Judiciary of Himachal Pradesh with at least five years of experience as Senior Scale Stenographer.
• Stenographer (Group-C) (Mode-B): Must be Graduate Junior Scale Stenographers working in the High Court, or Graduate Junior Scale Stenographers working in the District Judiciary in Himachal Pradesh. Experience required is one year for Junior Scale Stenographers of the High Court of Himachal Pradesh and three years for Junior Scale Stenographers from the District Judiciary.

Age Limit

The specific age limit details for each post are not mentioned in the provided source material. Candidates are advised to refer to the official notification for this information.

Educational Qualification

All eligible candidates must be graduates. Specific requirements include possessing the necessary stenography, typing, and transcription speed skills as detailed in the official notification.

Application Fee

No application fee is mentioned in the official notification.

Salary / Pay Scale

The salary for the selected candidates will be as follows:

• Personal Assistant/Judgment Writer (Group-B) (Mode-C): Pay Level 12, i.e., Rs. 43,000 to Rs. 1,36,000/- of the Pay Matrix.
• Personal Assistant/Judgment Writer (Group-B) (Mode-D): Pay Level 12, i.e., Rs. 43,000 to Rs. 1,36,000/- of the Pay Matrix.
• Stenographer (Group-C) (Mode-B): Pay Level 11, i.e., Rs. 38,500 to Rs. 1,22,700/- of the Pay Matrix.

Important Dates

Selection Process

The selection process will involve a limited competitive proficiency test.

How to Apply

Candidates interested in applying for the HP High Court Various Posts Recruitment 2026 must do so offline. Follow these steps:

1. Read the official notification carefully before starting the application process.
2. Download the application form from the official website.
3. Fill out the application form accurately with all required details.
4. Attach self-attested copies of necessary documents, including photograph, signature, ID proof, and educational certificates.
5. Review all the information provided in the application form before submission.
6. Send the completed application form to the address specified in the notification via Speed Post or Registered Post, or as otherwise instructed.
7. Ensure that the application reaches the designated address before the last date.
8. Keep a photocopy of the submitted application form for your records.

Documents Required

Candidates need to attach self-attested copies of the following documents with their application form:

• Photograph
• Signature
• ID Proof
• Certificates (educational and experience)

Refer to the official notification for a complete list of required documents.

Important Links

FAQs

Q1: What is the last date to apply for the HP High Court Recruitment 2026?
A1: The last date to apply is 15 September 2026.

Q2: How many vacancies are available in the HP High Court Recruitment 2026?
A2: There are a total of 12 vacancies for Stenographer and Personal Assistant/Judgment Writer posts.

Q3: What is the application mode for this recruitment?
A3: Applications must be submitted offline.

Q4: What is the salary for the Stenographer post?
A4: The salary for Stenographer (Group-C) (Mode-B) is Pay Level 11, i.e., Rs. 38,500 to Rs. 1,22,700/- of the Pay Matrix.

Q5: Where can I find the official notification PDF?
A5: You can download the official notification PDF from the link provided in the Important Links section.