Overview
High Court of Judicature at Patna has released a recruitment notification for the post of Ex-Cadre Assistant (Group-C) (68 vacancies). Eligible candidates can apply online before 27.08.2026.
Key Details
- Organization
- High Court of Judicature at Patna
- Qualification
- As on 01.01.2026, candidates must possess: • Graduation in any discipline from a recognized University/Institution • Diploma/Certificate of at least a six-month course in Computer Application from a recognized institution
- Vacancies
- 68
- Advertisement No
- PHC/03/2026
- Posted
- 28.07.2026
- Last date to apply
- 27.08.2026
Important Dates
| Application Start Date | 28.07.2026 |
| Application Last Date | 27.08.2026 |
| Commencement of online application | 28.07.2026 |
| Last date for submission of online application | 27.08.2026 |
| Last date for online fee payment | 30.08.2026 (link disabled on 28.08.2026; reactivated on 29.08.2026 and 30.08.2026 only for candidates who applied by 27.08.2026) |
| Date of Examination | To be notified later |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16% |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1% |
Important Links
- Official WebsiteOpen Link
Eligibility
As on 01.01.2026, candidates must possess: • Graduation in any discipline from a recognized University/Institution • Diploma/Certificate of at least a six-month course in Computer Application from a recognized institution
Age Limit
A candidate must not be below 18 years of age as on 1st January 2026 (not born later than 01.01.2008). Category-wise upper age limits are as follows: Category: Maximum Age | Not born earlier than Unreserved & EWS (Male): 37 years | 02.01.1989 Unreserved & EWS (Female): 40 years | 02.01.1986 BC/EBC (Male & Female): 40 years | 02.01.1986 SC/ST (Male & Female): 42 years | 02.01.1984
Salary
Selected candidates will be placed in Level-4 (₹25,500/- to ₹81,100/-) of the pay matrix under the 7th Pay Revision Committee, plus usual allowances as admissible, initially on probation for one year.
Application Fee
Category: Fee Unreserved/BC/EBC/EWS: ₹1500/- SC/ST/Locomotor Disabled: ₹750/- Fee must be paid online only and is non-refundable. The concessional fee for SC/ST/Locomotor Disabled applies only to permanent residents of Bihar, subject to Domicile, Category, and (where applicable) Medical Certificates.
Exam Pattern
Stage: Section | Questions | Marks | Duration Preliminary Test: General English | 20 | 20 | 60 min Reasoning & Quantitative Aptitude: 20 | 20 General Awareness: 10 | 10 Total: 50 | 50 Written Test: General English | 30 | 30 | 90 min Reasoning & Quantitative Aptitude: 30 | 30 General Awareness: 20 | 20 General Hindi: 10 | 10 Computer Awareness: 10 | 10 Total: 100 | 100 Computer Proficiency Test: Word Processing | 20 | 20 | 30 min Spread Sheets: 20 | 20 Internet Proficiency: 10 | 10 Total: 50 | 50 Interview: - | - | 10 | - There is negative marking of 0.25 marks for each wrong answer in the Preliminary Test and Written Test. Shortlisting ratios: 10 times the number of vacancies for the Written Test (if a Preliminary Test is held), 6 times for the Computer Proficiency Test, and 3 times for the Interview, based on the model roster point and reservation policy.
Selection Process
• Preliminary/Screening Test (only if the number of applicants is high) • Written Test • Computer Proficiency Test • Interview The final merit list is prepared based on marks secured in the Written Test and Interview only. Preliminary Test marks are used solely for shortlisting.
How to Apply
• Visit the "Recruitments" tab on the official website of Patna High Court (https://patnahighcourt.gov.in) • Click on "Ex-Cadre Assistant Recruitment Examination, 2026" • Click on "Apply Online" and then "New Registration" • Fill in Full Name, Father's Name, Mother's Name, Gender, Reservation Category, Date of Birth, Mobile Number, and Email ID (data cannot be changed after submission) • Login using the Registration Number and Password sent via SMS/Email • Fill in Personal Details and Education Details, and submit each section • Capture a live photograph as per the specified guidelines • Upload the scanned signature and required documents/certificates • Preview the application on the Print Preview Page and verify all details • Pay the applicable application fee online to finally submit the form • Take a printout of the finally submitted application form for future reference
Required Documents
• Scanned signature • Matriculation (10th) Certificate and Marksheet • Graduation (Degree) Certificate and Marksheet • Diploma/Certificate of six-month Computer Application course • No-Objection Certificate (if applicable) • Valid Photo Identity Proof • Domicile Certificate (if applicable) • Caste/Non-Creamy Layer/EWS Certificate (if applicable) • Disability Certificate (for Locomotor Disabled candidates) • Identity Card of Patna High Court or subordinate courts (if applicable)
Important Instructions
• Signature size: 50–80 KB, JPG/JPEG only; other documents: 100–300 KB, JPG/JPEG/PDF only • Admit Cards will be issued only through the official website and will not be sent individually • Mobile phones and other communication devices are not allowed inside the examination premises • Candidates already employed in Government/PSU organizations must apply after seeking employer permission and must produce a No-Objection Certificate at the time of Interview • Candidates who have changed their name after Matriculation must submit a notarized affidavit, newspaper publication proof, and Gazette Notification at document verification • Candidates must disclose any criminal or departmental proceedings; concealment may lead to disqualification • No provision exists for re-evaluation, re-checking, or scrutiny of the answer sheet/score • No Scribe or extra time is provided for Locomotor Disabled candidates in any stage of the examination • RTI applications will not be entertained during the recruitment process; factual information will be provided only after the final result is declared • All disputes relating to this recruitment fall within the jurisdiction of the High Court of Judicature at Patna only
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the important dates for Patna High Court Assistant Recruitment 2026 Notification Out - Apply Online for 68 Posts?
Application Start Date: 28.07.2026; Application Last Date: 27.08.2026; Commencement of online application: 28.07.2026; Last date for submission of online application: 27.08.2026; Last date for online fee payment: 30.08.2026 (link disabled on 28.08.2026; reactivated on 29.08.2026 and 30.08.2026 only for candidates who applied by 27.08.2026); Date of Examination: To be notified later; Scheduled Castes (SC): 16%; Scheduled Tribes (ST): 1%
What is the application fee?
Category: Fee Unreserved/BC/EBC/EWS: ₹1500/- SC/ST/Locomotor Disabled: ₹750/- Fee must be paid online only and is non-refundable. The concessional fee for SC/ST/Locomotor Disabled applies only to permanent residents of Bihar, subject to Domicile, Category, and (where applicable) Medical Certificates.
What is the age limit?
A candidate must not be below 18 years of age as on 1st January 2026 (not born later than 01.01.2008). Category-wise upper age limits are as follows: Category: Maximum Age | Not born earlier than Unreserved & EWS (Male): 37 years | 02.01.1989 Unreserved & EWS (Female): 40 years | 02.01.1986 BC/EBC (Male & Female): 40 years | 02.01.1986 SC/ST (Male & Female): 42 years | 02.01.1984
What is the selection process?
• Preliminary/Screening Test (only if the number of applicants is high) • Written Test • Computer Proficiency Test • Interview The final merit list is prepared based on marks secured in the Written Test and Interview only. Preliminary Test marks are used solely for shortlisting.