HP High Court Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 388 Clerk, Peon, Stenographer & Other Posts

The High Court of Himachal Pradesh has officially announced a massive recruitment notification for filling 388 vacancies across various positions including Clerk, Stenographer Grade-III, Driver, Process Server, Court Manager, and Peon/Orderly/Chowkidar/Safai Karamchari under the Himachal Pradesh Subordinate Judiciary.

The online registration window is scheduled to open on 10th August 2026, and eligible candidates can submit their applications online through the official website until 10th September 2026 (11:59 PM).

Recruitment Overview

Feature	Details
Recruiting Body	High Court of Himachal Pradesh, Shimla
Exam Name	HP High Court District Judiciary Recruitment 2026
Total Vacancies	388 Posts
Job Location	State of Himachal Pradesh
Application Mode	Online Only
Online Registration Start Date	10th August 2026
Last Date to Apply Online	10th September 2026 (up to 11:59 PM)
Official Website Portal	www.hphighcourt.nic.in

Important Schedule Dates

Event	Dates / Schedule
Notification Release Date	5th August 2026
Online Application Portal Opens	10th August 2026
Closing Date for Online Applications & Fee Payment	10th September 2026 (11:59 PM)
Admit Card Release Date	To be announced
Examination Date	To be notified later

Post-Wise Vacancy Distribution

The 388 vacancies are categorized across multiple Group-B, Group-C, and Group-D designations:

Post Name / Designation	Total Vacancies
Clerk	141
Stenographer Grade-III	79
Peon / Orderly / Chowkidar / Safai Karamchari	89
Process Server	65
Driver	9
Court Manager	5
Total	388 Posts

Eligibility Criteria

1. Educational Qualifications

• Court Manager: Graduation degree coupled with a Master of Business Administration (MBA) or equivalent management credentials.
• Clerk: Bachelor’s Degree (Graduation) in any discipline from a recognized University with adequate computer knowledge and typing proficiency.
• Stenographer Grade-III: Graduation degree with speed standards in shorthand and typewriting as specified in the official notification.
• Driver: Matriculation (10th Pass) with a valid driving license for light/heavy vehicles and professional driving experience.
• Process Server & Peon / Supporting Staff: Matriculation or 10+2 standard pass from a recognized board.

2. Age Limit (As on Closing Date)

• Minimum Age: 18 Years
• Maximum Age: 45 Years for Unreserved / EWS candidates.
• Age Relaxations: Up to 5 years of relaxation for SC, ST, OBC, and PwBD candidates of Himachal Pradesh, along with applicable relaxations for state government employees as per rules.

Salary Structure & Pay Scales

Post Name	Pay Scale / Matrix Range
Court Manager	₹48,700 – ₹1,54,300/-
Stenographer Grade-III	₹25,600 – ₹81,200/-
Clerk	₹20,200 – ₹64,000/-
Driver	₹21,300 – ₹67,800/-
Process Server	₹18,000 – ₹56,900/-
Peon / Chowkidar / Safai Karamchari	₹18,000 – ₹56,900/-

Selection Process

The multi-stage selection structure varies depending on the specific post applied for:

1. Clerk: Screening Test, Written Examination, Typing Test (English/Hindi speed test), and Document Verification.
2. Stenographer Grade-III: Screening Test, Stenography Skill Test, Typing Test, and Document Verification.
3. Driver: Screening Test, Practical Driving Proficiency Test, and Document Verification.
4. Peon / Process Server / Support Staff: Written test / screening evaluation followed by viva-voce/interview and document verification.

Application Fee

• General / Unreserved Category: ₹450/-
• Himachal Pradesh Reserved Categories (SC / ST / OBC / EWS / PwBD): ₹300/-
• Payment Mode: Online digital payment gateway (Credit Card, Debit Card, Net Banking, or UPI).

How to Apply Online

1. Visit Official Portal: Go to the official website of the High Court of Himachal Pradesh at www.hphighcourt.nic.in.
2. Navigate to Recruitment: Click on the “Recruitment” tab visible on the homepage.
3. Select Notification: Click on the link for “HP High Court District Judiciary Recruitment 2026 for 388 Posts”.
4. Register Online: Complete initial registration using basic details like your name, phone number, and email ID to generate a user profile.
5. Fill Application Form: Log in, select your desired post, and carefully fill out personal, educational, and communication details.
6. Upload Documents: Upload scanned copies of your passport-size photo, signature, and academic mark sheets in the prescribed file format.
7. Fee Payment: Pay the application fee securely through the online portal.
8. Final Submission: Submit the form and print/save a digital copy of the final confirmation receipt.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1: How many total vacancies are advertised under HP High Court Recruitment 2026?

A: A total of 388 vacancies have been notified for Clerk, Peon, Stenographer, Driver, Process Server, and Court Manager posts.

Q2: When will the online application window open?

A: The online application portal opens on 10th August 2026.

Q3: What is the last date to submit the online application form?

A: The online registration window closes on 10th September 2026 at 11:59 PM.

Q4: What is the application fee for General category applicants?

A: The application fee is ₹450/- for General category candidates and ₹300/- for eligible reserved categories of Himachal Pradesh.