Patna High Court Assistant 2026: Notification Out, 68 Vacancy
High Court of Judicature at Patna · Advertisement No. PHC/03/2026
Patna High Court Assistant 2026 is a recruitment for 68 vacancies notified by High Court of Judicature at Patna. Applications closed on 27 Aug 2026.
Key Details
- Total Vacancies: 68 posts across 6 posts in the notification Vacancy Details
- Notification Number: PHC/03/2026
- Application Dates: 28 Jul 2026 to 27 Aug 2026 Important Dates
- Exam Date: To be notified later Important Dates
- Application Fee: ₹750 to ₹1,500 depending on category Application Fee
Eligibility Criteria
- Educational Qualification: Graduate in any discipline from a recognized University/Institution and Diploma/Certificate of at least six month's Course in Computer Application from a recognized Institution, as on 01.01.2026. Eligibility
- Age Limit: 18 to 42 years as on 01 Jan 2026 Eligibility
- Age Relaxation: Unreserved and EWS male +37 years, Unreserved and EWS female +40 years, BC/EBC male and female +40 years, SC/ST male and female +42 years and 2 more Eligibility
Selection, Pattern and Syllabus
- Selection Process: Preliminary/Screening Test, if conducted → Written Test → Computer Proficiency Test → Interview Selection Process
- Exam Pattern: Preliminary/Screening Test (MCQ Based), Written Test (MCQ Based), Computer Proficiency Test, Interview — 12 sections in all Exam Pattern
- Negative Marking: There shall be negative marking of 1/4th marks i.e. 0.25 marks for each wrong answer of the MCQ in Preliminary Test and Written Test. Exam Pattern
- Syllabus: 6 subjects — General English, Reasoning and Quantitative Aptitude, General Awareness, General Hindi, Computer Awareness, Computer Proficiency Test Syllabus
Recruitment details
The High Court of Judicature at Patna has announced the Patna High Court Ex-Cadre Assistant Recruitment Examination 2026.
- Advertisement number: PHC/03/2026
- Notification date: 23 July 2026
- Post: Ex-Cadre Assistant
- Pay level: Level-4, `25,500/- to `81,100/-
How to apply and what to do now
Online applications start on 28 July 2026 and close on 27 August 2026.
You should check your qualification, age category and fee before submitting the application.
Complete the online fee payment by 30 August 2026.
The examination date is not available yet. The notification says it will be announced later.
In Detail
Vacancy Details
| Category | Vacancies | Pay level |
|---|---|---|
| UR | 29 | Level-4, `25,500/- to `81,100/- |
| SC | 11 | Level-4, `25,500/- to `81,100/- |
| ST | 1 | Level-4, `25,500/- to `81,100/- |
| EBC | 12 | Level-4, `25,500/- to `81,100/- |
| BC | 8 | Level-4, `25,500/- to `81,100/- |
| EWS | 7 | Level-4, `25,500/- to `81,100/- |
- 23 posts are reserved horizontally for women.
- 3 posts are reserved for Locomotor Disabled candidates.
- Women have 35% horizontal reservation.
- Locomotor Disabled candidates have 04% horizontal reservation.
Patna High Court Assistant 2026 has 68 vacancies in total. The notification breaks them down across 6 posts.
Post-wise Vacancies
| Post | Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Ex-Cadre Assistant | UR | 29 |
| Ex-Cadre Assistant | SC | 11 |
| Ex-Cadre Assistant | ST | 1 |
| Ex-Cadre Assistant | EBC | 12 |
| Ex-Cadre Assistant | BC | 8 |
| Ex-Cadre Assistant | EWS | 7 |
Category-wise Vacancies
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| UR | 29 |
| EBC | 12 |
| SC | 11 |
| BC | 8 |
| EWS | 7 |
| ST | 1 |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification date | 23 July 2026 |
| Online application starts | 28 July 2026 |
| Last date to submit the application | 27 August 2026 |
| Last date for online fee payment | 30 August 2026 |
| Examination date | To be notified later |
Every date High Court of Judicature at Patna printed for Patna High Court Assistant 2026, exactly as the notification states it. A date the notice gave as a range or a month is shown in its own words rather than pinned to a day it never named.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Date for commencement of submission of online application | 28 Jul 2026 |
| Last date for submission of online application | 27 Aug 2026 |
| Last date for making online fee payment | 30 Aug 2026 |
| Date of Examination | To be notified later |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| UR/BC/EBC/EWS | 1500 |
| SC/ST/Locomotor Disabled | 750 |
Application fee for Patna High Court Assistant 2026 by category, as printed in the official notification. Pay it before the last date — an application whose fee has not reached the board is not a submitted application.
| Category | Fee | Note |
|---|---|---|
| UR/BC/EBC/EWS | ₹1,500 | — |
| SC/ST/Locomotor Disabled | ₹750 | — |
Eligibility
Your age must be at least 18 years. The age is counted on 1 January 2026.
| Category | Maximum age |
|---|---|
| Unreserved and EWS male | 37 years |
| Unreserved and EWS female | 40 years |
| BC/EBC male and female | 40 years |
| SC/ST male and female | 42 years |
| Central Government or Government of Bihar employees | 5 years relaxation |
| Locomotor Disabled | 10 years relaxation |
You need a graduation degree in any subject from a recognised university or institution.
You also need a computer application diploma or certificate course of at least six months.
The qualification must be held on 1 January 2026.
You must also meet the nationality, character, marital status and physical fitness requirements.
Age Limit
You must be between 18 and 42 years old as on 01 Jan 2026.
Age Relaxation
| Category | Relaxation | Upper limit |
|---|---|---|
| Unreserved and EWS male | +37 years | 79 years |
| Unreserved and EWS female | +40 years | 82 years |
| BC/EBC male and female | +40 years | 82 years |
| SC/ST male and female | +42 years | 84 years |
| Central Government or Government of Bihar employees | +5 years | 47 years |
| Locomotor Disabled | +10 years | 52 years |
Educational Qualification
Graduate in any discipline from a recognized University/Institution and Diploma/Certificate of at least six month's Course in Computer Application from a recognized Institution, as on 01.01.2026.
The candidate must meet the nationality, character, marital status and physical fitness requirements.
Exam Pattern
The selection process includes a Preliminary Test if conducted, Written Test, Computer Proficiency Test and Interview.
| Stage | Details | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Preliminary Test | 50 questions | 50 | 60 minutes |
| Written Test | 100 questions | 100 | 90 minutes |
| Computer Proficiency Test | Word processing, spreadsheets and internet | 50 | 30 minutes |
| Interview | Interview | 10 | Not given |
Subjects
- Preliminary Test: General English, Reasoning and Quantitative Aptitude, and General Awareness.
- Written Test: General English, Reasoning and Quantitative Aptitude, General Awareness, General Hindi, and Computer Awareness.
- Computer Proficiency Test: Word processing, spreadsheets, and internet use.
- The Preliminary Test may shortlist candidates at 10 times the advertised vacancies.
- The Computer Proficiency Test may shortlist candidates at 06 times the advertised vacancies.
- The Interview may shortlist candidates at 03 times the advertised vacancies.
- The interview carries 10 marks. You need at least 03 marks to qualify.
Preliminary/Screening Test (MCQ Based)
| Section | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| General English | 20 | 20 | — |
| Reasoning and Quantitative Aptitude | 20 | 20 | — |
| General Awareness | 10 | 10 | — |
| Total | 50 | 50 |
Written Test (MCQ Based)
| Section | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| General English | 30 | 30 | — |
| Reasoning and Quantitative Aptitude | 30 | 30 | — |
| General Awareness | 20 | 20 | — |
| General Hindi | 10 | 10 | — |
| Computer Awareness | 10 | 10 | — |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
Computer Proficiency Test
| Section | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Test of proficiency in Word processing | — | 20 | — |
| Test of proficiency in Spread Sheets | — | 20 | — |
| Internet Proficiency | — | 10 | — |
| Total | — | 50 |
Interview
| Section | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Interview | — | 10 | — |
Selection Process
- Preliminary/Screening Test, if conducted
- Written Test
- Computer Proficiency Test
- Interview
Syllabus
| Subject | Topics |
|---|---|
| General English | vocabulary, grammar, sentence structure, synonyms, antonyms and their correct usage, spot the error, fill in the blanks, spellings/detecting mis-spelt words, idioms and phrases, one word substitution, improvement of sentences, active/passive voice of verbs, conversion into direct/indirect narration, shuffling of sentence parts, shuffling of sentences in a passage, cloze passage, comprehension passage |
| Reasoning and Quantitative Aptitude | Analogy, Similarity and Difference, Space Visualization, Space Orientation, Problem Solving, Analysis, Visual Memory, Discrimination, Observation, Relationship Concept, Arithmetical Reasoning, Verbal and Figural Classification, Arithmetical Number Series, Non-Verbal Series, Coding and decoding, statement conclusion, syllogistic reasoning, Number System, Computation of Whole Numbers, Decimals, Fractions, relationship between numbers, Basic arithmetic operations, Percentage, Ratio and Proportion, Average, Interest, Profit and Loss, Time and Distance, Time and Work, Height and Distance, Mensuration |
| General Awareness | India and neighbouring countries with reference to History, Culture, Geography, Polity, Economy, General Policy and Scientific Research, Current Affairs, Books and Authors, Sports, Important Schemes, Important Dates, Dates and Events, People in News, Current Events of National Importance, National/International Awards, General Science and Environment, social importance, Bihar with reference to History, Culture, Geography, Economy, Polity and general awareness |
| General Hindi | Grammar, word transformation, noun, gender, number, pronoun, adjective, adverb, case, tense, voice, conjunction, compound, prefix, suffix, sentence, unseen prose passage, correct spelling, synonyms and antonyms, one word substitution, idioms and proverbs |
| Computer Awareness | Computer Operation Basics, Introduction to Computer, Introduction to Operating System, Elements of word processing - MS Word, Elements of spread sheet - MS Excel, Elements of Power Point presentation - MS PowerPoint, Computer Communication and Internet, Protecting Computer from Virus |
| Computer Proficiency Test | basic typing skill and basic knowledge of MS Word, basic understanding of MS Excel, basic understanding of internet usage |
Admit Card, Exam Date, Result and Answer Key
- Admit Card
- Patna High Court has not announced a date yet. This page updates the day the notice does.
- Exam Date
- To be notified later — full details
- Result
- Patna High Court has not announced a date yet. This page updates the day the notice does.
- Answer Key
- Patna High Court has not announced a date yet. This page updates the day the notice does.
Key Numbers
| What | As stated in the notification |
|---|---|
| Total vacant posts | 68 |
| Posts reserved horizontally for women | 23 |
| Posts reserved for Locomotor Disabled candidates | 03 |
| Women horizontal reservation | 35% |
| Locomotor Disabled horizontal reservation | 04% |
| Preliminary Test total questions and marks | 50 questions, 50 marks |
| Preliminary Test duration | 60 min |
| Written Test total questions and marks | 100 questions, 100 marks |
| Written Test duration | 90 min |
| Computer Proficiency Test total marks | 50 |
| Computer Proficiency Test duration | 30 min |
| Interview marks | 10 |
| Interview minimum qualifying marks | 03 |
| Preliminary Test shortlisting ratio | 10 times the total number of advertised vacancies |
| Computer Proficiency Test shortlisting ratio | 06 times the total number of advertised vacancies |
| Interview shortlisting ratio | 03 times the total number of advertised vacancies |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many vacancies are available in Patna High Court Assistant Recruitment 2026?
There are 68 Ex-Cadre Assistant vacancies.
When can I apply for Patna High Court Ex-Cadre Assistant Recruitment 2026?
Online applications start on 28 July 2026 and end on 27 August 2026.
What is the last date to pay the application fee?
The last date for online fee payment is 30 August 2026.
What is the application fee?
The fee is 1500 for UR/BC/EBC/EWS and 750 for SC/ST/Locomotor Disabled candidates.
What is the age limit for this recruitment?
The minimum age is 18 years. The maximum age depends on your category and is counted on 1 January 2026.
What qualification is needed?
You need graduation in any subject and a computer application diploma or certificate course of at least six months.
Has the examination date been announced?
No. The examination date will be notified later.
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