The High Court of Himachal Pradesh, Shimla is inviting applications for the recruitment of 388 posts including Court Manager, Clerk, Stenographer Grade-III, Driver, Process Server, and Peon/Orderly/Chowkidar/Safai Karamchari. The last date to apply for these positions is 10 September 2026.
High Court of Himachal Court Manager Recruitment 2026, 388 Posts: Overview
| Organization | High Court of Himachal Pradesh, Shimla |
| Post Name | Court Manager, Clerk, Stenographer Grade-III, Driver, Process Server, Peon/Orderly/Chowkidar/Safai Karamchari |
| Advt No | DJ-ADVT./2026 (1) |
| Total Vacancies | 388 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Job Location | District Judiciary establishments across Himachal Pradesh |
| Official Website | highcourt.hp.gov.in |
Important Dates
The following are the important dates related to the recruitment process.
| Notification Release Date | 5 August 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 10 August 2026 |
| Online Application Last Date | 10 September 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 10 September 2026 (11:59 PM) |
Application Fee
Candidates must pay the following application fees based on their category.
| Category | Examination Fee (per application) |
| Unreserved (UR) | Rs. 450 (including GST) |
| Reserved categories of HP (SC, ST, OBC, EWS, PH) | Rs. 300 (including GST) |
Age Limit
The age limit for applicants is as follows:
| Category | Age Limit |
| Court Manager | 25 to 35 years (all categories) |
| Unreserved (UR) and EWS – all other posts | 18 to 45 years |
| Reserved HP categories (SC/ST/OBC/PH) | 18 to 50 years |
| HP Government employees | 18 to 50 years |
A 5-year relaxation in the upper age limit is admissible only to bonafide SC, ST, OBC candidates of HP and persons with benchmark disabilities of HP, where the post is reserved for these categories.
Vacancy Details
A total of 388 posts are advertised across various categories. The post-wise vacancy breakup is as follows:
| Post Name | No. of Posts |
| Court Manager (Group-B) | 5 (Regular) |
| Clerk (Group-C) | 141 (Regular: 84, Contract: 57) |
| Stenographer Grade-III (Group-C) | 79 (Regular: 48, Contract: 31) |
| Driver (Group-C) | 9 (Regular: 4, Daily Wages: 5) |
| Process Server (Group-D) | 65 (Regular: 61, Contract: 1, Daily Wages: 3) |
| Peon/Orderly/Chowkidar/Safai Karamchari (Group-D) | 89 (Regular: 69, Daily Wages: 20) |
Eligibility and Educational Qualification
Candidates must meet the educational qualifications as per the specific post requirements. The qualifications vary from a minimum of 10+2 pass for certain posts to a graduation degree with an MBA for the Court Manager position. Additionally, candidates must be citizens of India and have educational qualifications from institutions situated within Himachal Pradesh, along with knowledge of the customs and dialects of the State.
| Post Name | Qualification |
| Court Manager | Graduation with MBA and 3 years’ experience in relevant fields |
| Clerk | Graduation with basic computer knowledge |
| Stenographer Grade-III | Graduation degree from a recognized University |
| Driver | Matriculation with valid LMV driving license and experience |
| Process Server | 10+2 pass from a recognized Board |
| Peon/Orderly/Chowkidar/Safai Karamchari | 10+2 pass from a recognized Board |
Salary and Pay Scale
Selected candidates will be offered salaries as per the following pay scales:
| Post | Pay Level | Pay Scale (Regular) |
| Court Manager | Pay Level-16 | Rs. 48,700 – 1,54,300 |
| Clerk | Pay Level-03 | Rs. 20,200 – 64,000 |
| Stenographer Grade-III | Pay Level-06 | Rs. 25,600 – 81,200 |
| Driver | Pay Level-05 | Rs. 21,300 – 67,800 |
| Process Server | Pay Level-1 | Rs. 18,000 – 56,900 |
| Peon/Orderly/Chowkidar/Safai Karamchari | Pay Level-1 | Rs. 18,000 – 56,900 |
Selection Process
The selection process varies by post and includes various tests and evaluations.
- Court Manager: Written Test and Viva-voce
- Clerk: Screening Test, Written Test, Typing Test, and Document Verification
- Stenographer Grade-III: Screening Test, Stenography Test, and Typing Test
- Driver: Screening Test, Proficiency Test, and Document Verification
- Process Server: Screening Test, Written Test, and Evaluation
- Peon/Orderly/Chowkidar/Safai Karamchari: Shortlisting based on marks in 10+2 and document evaluation
How to Apply
Candidates must apply online through the official recruitment portal.
- Visit the official recruitment portal at hphcrecruitment.in or the High Court website.
- Read the FAQs and watch the video tutorial available on the portal.
- Register and fill in the Online Recruitment Application (ORA) form.
- Upload the required documents in the specified size and format.
- Pay the examination fee through online mode only.
- Preview the completed application and download a printout for your records.
- Submit the application before the deadline.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last date to apply for the recruitment?
The last date to apply for the recruitment is 10 September 2026 (11:59 PM).
What is the application fee for the recruitment?
The application fee is Rs. 450 for Unreserved (UR) candidates and Rs. 300 for Reserved categories of HP (SC, ST, OBC, EWS, PH).
What is the eligibility for the Court Manager post?
The eligibility for the Court Manager post is a graduation degree with an MBA and 3 years’ experience in relevant fields.
What is the selection process for the Clerk position?
The selection process for the Clerk position includes a Screening Test, Written Test, Typing Test, and Document Verification.
How can I apply for the recruitment?
You can apply for the recruitment by visiting the official recruitment portal at hphcrecruitment.in and following the application process.
मुख्य जानकारी हिंदी में
- संस्था: हिमाचल प्रदेश उच्च न्यायालय, शिमला
- पद: कोर्ट प्रबंधक, क्लर्क, स्टेनोग्राफर ग्रेड-III, चालक, प्रक्रिया सर्वर, प्यून/आर्डरली/चौकीदार/सफाई कर्मी
- कुल पद: 388
- योग्यता: कोई स्नातक, 12TH
- आयु सीमा: 18 से 50 वर्ष
- अंतिम तिथि: 10 सितंबर 2026
- आवेदन कैसे करें: ऑनलाइन आवेदन करें
| High Court of Himachal Court Manager Recruitment 2026, 388 Posts – Important Links | |
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| highcourt.hp.gov.in | Click Here |
| Official Notification PDF | Click Here |
