Overview
Bombay High Court, Aurangabad Bench has released a recruitment notification for the post of Swayampaki (Cook) (18 (Selection List: 17, Waiting List: 4) vacancies). Eligible candidates can apply offline, by speed post only before 10 September 2026, 5:00 PM.
Key Details
- Organization
- Bombay High Court, Aurangabad Bench
- Qualification
- • The candidate's character and conduct must be good. • The candidate must have passed at least Class 4 (4th standard). • The candidate must be able to read, write, and speak both Marathi and Hindi. • Candidates holding a "Cook Course" certificate from a recognised institution will be given preference. • The candidate must have practical knowledge of and experience related to cooking. • The candidate must be able to prepare all types of vegetarian and non-vegetarian dishes.
- Vacancies
- 18 (Selection List: 17, Waiting List: 4)
- Advertisement No
- Admin/1420/2026
- Last date to apply
- 10 September 2026, 5:00 PM
Important Dates
| Advertisement Date | 17 August 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 10 September 2026, 5:00 PM |
Important Links
- Official WebsiteOpen Link
Vacancy Details
A total of 18 posts of Swayampaki (Cook) are being filled, with 1 post reserved for persons with disabilities (PwD, 4% reservation). Out of the total vacancies, 17 candidates will be placed on the selection list and 4 candidates on the waiting list. S. No.: Post Name | No. of Posts 1: Swayampaki (Cook) | 18 (including 1 post reserved for PwD candidates) The notification states that posts reserved for persons with disabilities will be filled in the future, once the Bombay High Court finalises its reservation roster/policy for such posts.
Eligibility
• The candidate's character and conduct must be good. • The candidate must have passed at least Class 4 (4th standard). • The candidate must be able to read, write, and speak both Marathi and Hindi. • Candidates holding a "Cook Course" certificate from a recognised institution will be given preference. • The candidate must have practical knowledge of and experience related to cooking. • The candidate must be able to prepare all types of vegetarian and non-vegetarian dishes.
Age Limit
Category: Age Limit (as on date of advertisement) General Candidates: Minimum 18 years, Maximum 38 years Backward Class Candidates: Maximum 43 years Court/Government Employees: No upper age limit (must apply through proper channel/office) Candidates are advised to check whether they satisfy the prescribed age limit before applying. Use our online Age Calculator to calculate your exact age instantly.
Salary
Selected candidates will be paid as per the 7th Pay Commission, Pay Matrix Level S-3, in the pay range of Rs. 16,600 to Rs. 52,400, along with other allowances admissible as per applicable rules.
Application Fee
No fee is required at the time of submitting the application. However, only candidates who are shortlisted after screening of applications must submit a fee of Rs. 200 (Rupees Two Hundred only) in the form of a Demand Draft or Postal Order drawn in favour of "Registrar, High Court Bench at Aurangabad", payable from a nationalised bank. This fee is non-refundable and must be carried at the time of the practical examination.
Selection Process
Shortlisted candidates will be called for the following stages, carrying a total of 50 marks: Evaluation Method: Marks Practical Cooking Test (Minimum passing marks: 15): 30 Physical Fitness Test: 10 Oral Interview: 10 Total: 50 Candidates who fail the practical cooking test are not eligible to appear for the remaining stages (physical fitness test and interview). Final selection and the waiting list will be prepared strictly on the basis of merit (total marks obtained across all three stages).
How to Apply
The notification does not provide an online application facility. Applications must be submitted physically, following the steps below: • Obtain the prescribed application format (Appendix "A", as attached with the advertisement). • Fill in the application form completely and accurately, matching the spelling of your name with your educational certificates. • Paste a recent passport-size colour photograph in the space provided on the application. • Attach self-attested photocopies of all required certificates and documents listed above. • Write "Application for the Post of Swayampaki" clearly on the envelope. • Send the completed application only through Speed Post to the address below, on or before 10 September 2026, 5:00 PM. Address for sending the application: Prabandhak (Prashasan) Mumbai High Court, Bench Aurangabad Jalna Road, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar – 431009 Applications sent by any mode other than Speed Post, or received after the last date, will not be considered.
Required Documents
Candidates must attach self-attested photocopies of the following documents with their application: • Mark sheets and certificates for educational qualifications (4th, 7th, SSC/10th, HSC/12th, and cook course/diploma, as applicable) • Proof of date of birth (school leaving certificate, birth certificate, or SSC board certificate) • Disability certificate (if applicable) • Caste certificate (for backward class candidates) • Cooking experience certificate from a hotel/catering establishment (if applicable), issued by a competent authority, showing name, address, pay, service period, and date of issue • Certificate of any special training related to cooking (if applicable) • Maharashtra Domicile Certificate • Name-change proof document for married women candidates (if applicable) • Employment Exchange registration certificate (if registered) • Certificate of any special qualification (if applicable) • Copy of Aadhaar Card • Any other document sought by the court administration Candidates must also submit the following along with the application: • A character certificate from two respectable persons, dated after the publication of the advertisement (in the prescribed Format B) • A "Small Family" declaration, in the prescribed Format A • A No Objection Certificate from the competent authority, if the candidate is a government employee • A self-addressed envelope with a postage stamp affixed • One recent passport-size photograph • A list of dishes the candidate is able to prepare
Important Instructions
• If a candidate submits more than one application, only the last (most recently submitted) application will be considered. • The 4th standard mark sheet is compulsory; candidates lacking this certificate must follow the notional-marks instruction mentioned under Educational Qualification. • Candidates with grade-based (non-percentage) school mark sheets must obtain a converted percentage/marks statement from their school and submit it with the application. • Preference will be given to candidates holding a cooking diploma/certificate, or with one year or more of experience as a cook/chef in a 4-star or 5-star hotel. • Candidates with a pending criminal case, prior criminal conviction, or pending departmental inquiry (for court/government employees) must disclose full details in the application. • Incomplete or incorrect applications will be rejected. If false information is detected at any stage, even after appointment, the candidature or appointment will be cancelled. • The shortlist will be prepared based on the number of applications received, educational merit, and cooking experience. • Failing the practical cooking test disqualifies a candidate from the remaining selection stages. • Carrying a valid original photo ID (Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, Driving Licence, Voter ID, etc.) is mandatory at the time of every test/interview; entry will be denied without it. • The selection list and waiting list will remain valid for 2 years from the date of publication on the official web…
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the important dates for Bombay High Court Cook Recruitment 2026 - Apply Offline for 18 Posts?
Advertisement Date: 17 August 2026; Last Date to Apply: 10 September 2026, 5:00 PM
What is the application fee?
No fee is required at the time of submitting the application. However, only candidates who are shortlisted after screening of applications must submit a fee of Rs. 200 (Rupees Two Hundred only) in the form of a Demand Draft or Postal Order drawn in favour of "Registrar, High Court Bench at Aurangabad", payable from a nationalised bank. This fee is non-refundable and must be carried at the time of the practical examination.
What is the age limit?
Category: Age Limit (as on date of advertisement) General Candidates: Minimum 18 years, Maximum 38 years Backward Class Candidates: Maximum 43 years Court/Government Employees: No upper age limit (must apply through proper channel/office) Candidates are advised to check whether they satisfy the prescribed age limit before applying. Use our online Age Calculator to calculate your exact age instantly.
What is the selection process?
Shortlisted candidates will be called for the following stages, carrying a total of 50 marks: Evaluation Method: Marks Practical Cooking Test (Minimum passing marks: 15): 30 Physical Fitness Test: 10 Oral Interview: 10 Total: 50 Candidates who fail the practical cooking test are not eligible to appear for the remaining stages (physical fitness test and interview). Final selection and the waiting list will be prepared strictly on the basis of merit (total marks obtained across all three stages).