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Patna High Court Assistant Recruitment 2026 has been officially released by the High Court of Judicature at Patna vide Advertisement No. PHC/03/2026 dated 23.07.2026. A total of 68 vacancies for the post of Ex-Cadre Assistant (Group-C) are available with a salary of ₹25,500 – ₹81,100 per month under Level-4 of the 7th Pay Revision Commission (PRC). This is a top-tier sarkari naukri opportunity for graduates in Bihar — the last date to apply online is 27 August 2026. Read on for complete eligibility, salary details, and how to apply at agrijob.in.

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Patna High Court Assistant Recruitment 2026 – Quick Overview

Here is the complete at-a-glance summary of the Patna High Court Assistant Recruitment 2026 official notification. Candidates must verify all details from the official advertisement before applying online.

DetailInformation
OrganisationHigh Court of Judicature at Patna
Advertisement No.PHC/03/2026 (Dated: 23.07.2026)
Post NameEx-Cadre Assistant (Group-C Post)
Total Vacancies68 Posts
Pay ScaleLevel-4 – ₹25,500 to ₹81,100 per month (7th PRC)
Age Limit18–37 years (UR Male) | 18–42 years (SC/ST) — as on 01.01.2026
Application Fee (Gen/BC/EBC/EWS)₹1,500 (Non-Refundable)
Application Fee (SC/ST/Locomotor Disabled)₹750 (Non-Refundable)
Application Start Date28 July 2026
Last Date to Apply27 August 2026 (23:59 hrs)
Last Date for Fee Payment30 August 2026 (23:59 hrs)
Date of ExaminationTo Be Notified Later
Apply ModeOnline Only
Official Websitepatnahighcourt.gov.in

Who Should Apply for Patna High Court Assistant Recruitment 2026?

This is a rare and prestigious govt job opportunity directly under the High Court of Bihar. Check the ideal candidate profile below before submitting your application online:

  • Graduate candidates in any discipline from a recognised university or institution who have completed their degree on or before 01.01.2026
  • Candidates who hold a Diploma or Certificate of at least six months’ course in Computer Application from a recognised institution — this is mandatory along with graduation
  • Candidates aged 18–37 years (Unreserved Male), 18–40 years (Unreserved Female / BC / EBC), or 18–42 years (SC/ST) as on 01.01.2026
  • Bihar domicile candidates seeking reservation and age relaxation benefits under SC, ST, EBC, BC, or EWS categories
  • NCC ‘B’ certificate holders and ex-Territorial Army personnel who will get preference at the interview stage
  • Candidates currently serving in Central Government or Government of Bihar departments who can obtain a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from their employer
  • Anyone looking for a stable, well-paying sarkari naukri in the Bihar judiciary — one of the most coveted government jobs in the state
  • Freshers as well as working professionals from agriculture, commerce, arts, science, or any other discipline with a valid graduation degree

This Patna High Court Assistant Recruitment 2026 is especially significant because posts under the High Court come with exceptional job security, a strong pay package, and lifetime benefits under the 7th PRC. With only 68 vacancies against a large applicant pool, this is a highly competitive latest govt vacancy — begin your preparation and apply well before the last date.

Salary & Pay Details – Patna High Court Ex-Cadre Assistant 2026

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Patna High Court Assistant Recruitment 2026 – 68 Posts Open

The salary package for Patna High Court Assistant Recruitment 2026 is one of the best among state government Group-C posts in Bihar. Here is a full breakdown of the pay structure as per the 7th Pay Revision Commission (PRC):

  • Pay Matrix Level: Level-4 under the 7th PRC
  • Pay Scale: ₹25,500 – ₹81,100 per month
  • Gross Monthly Salary: Approximately ₹35,000 – ₹45,000 per month (including DA, HRA, TA and other allowances)
  • Dearness Allowance (DA): As per Bihar Government norms — revised periodically
  • House Rent Allowance (HRA): As per posting location norms
  • Medical Benefits: As admissible under Patna High Court Officers and Staff (Recruitment, Appointment, Promotion and Other Conditions of Service and Conduct) Rules, 2021
  • Probation Period: Initially appointed on probation for a period of one year
  • Job Security: Permanent government employment under the High Court of Bihar
  • Pension: As per applicable Bihar Government pension rules

The gross in-hand salary for Ex-Cadre Assistant at Level-4, after adding all state government allowances, is significantly higher than most private-sector graduate-level roles in Bihar. The post also carries the prestige of working directly under the High Court of Judicature at Patna — making it one of the most sought-after sarkari naukri opportunities for Bihar graduates this year.

Application Fee for Patna High Court Assistant Recruitment 2026

The examination fee must be paid through online mode only. Fee once paid will not be refunded under any circumstances. SC/ST/Locomotor Disabled fee concession is available only to permanent residents of Bihar who submit valid Domicile, Caste, and (for LD candidates) Medical certificates.

CategoryFee AmountRefund Policy
Unreserved / BC / EBC / EWS₹1,500Non-Refundable
SC / ST (Bihar Domicile)₹750Non-Refundable
Locomotor Disabled (Bihar Domicile)₹750Non-Refundable

Important Note: The fee payment link will remain disabled on 28 August 2026. It will be re-enabled on 29 and 30 August 2026 only for candidates who have already submitted their application form on or before 27 August 2026. Bank transaction charges, if any, will be borne by the candidate.

Age Limit – Patna High Court Assistant Recruitment 2026

The minimum age is 18 years as on 01.01.2026 (i.e., candidate must not be born later than 01.01.2008). The category-wise maximum age limits are as follows:

CategoryMaximum Age (as on 01.01.2026)
Unreserved & EWS (Male)37 years (born not earlier than 02.01.1989)
Unreserved & EWS (Female)40 years (born not earlier than 02.01.1986)
BC / EBC (Male & Female)40 years (born not earlier than 02.01.1986)
SC / ST (Male & Female)42 years (born not earlier than 02.01.1984)
Central Govt / Bihar Govt EmployeesRelaxable by 5 additional years
Locomotor Disabled CandidatesAdditional 10 years relaxation over category limit
Already serving in High Court EstablishmentNo upper age limit applies

Important: Age relaxation based on caste/category will be available only to permanent residents of Bihar. Candidates must produce a Domicile (Permanent Residential) Certificate along with their respective Caste / NCL / EWS Certificate at the time of document verification. All certificates must be issued by competent authorities under the Government of Bihar (not Central Government).

Patna High Court Assistant Recruitment 2026 – Vacancy Details

The Patna High Court Assistant Recruitment 2026 notification (Adv. No. PHC/03/2026) covers a total of 68 posts of Ex-Cadre Assistant (Group-C). Out of the total 68 posts, 3 posts are horizontally reserved for Locomotor Disabled candidates (4% horizontal reservation). The vacancy distribution across categories is as follows:

Sl. No.CategoryTotal PostsHorizontally Reserved for Women (out of total)
1Unreserved (UR)2910
2Scheduled Castes (SC)1104
3Scheduled Tribes (ST)0100
4Extremely Backward Classes (EBC)1204
5Backward Classes (BC)0803
6Economically Weaker Sections (EWS)0702
Total6823

The vacancy count is purely tentative in nature and the High Court reserves the right to alter the same at any stage of the selection process. Women candidates have a horizontal reservation of 35% while Locomotor Disabled candidates have 4% horizontal reservation — applicable only to permanent residents of Bihar as per Bihar Government resolution.

Eligibility / Qualification for Patna High Court Assistant 2026

Candidates must fulfil all the following eligibility criteria on or before 01.01.2026. Candidates waiting for their final qualifying exam results are NOT eligible to apply.

  • Essential Educational Qualification: Graduate in any discipline from a recognised University or Institution (degree must be complete as on 01.01.2026)
  • Computer Qualification: Diploma or Certificate of at least six months’ course in Computer Application from a recognised institution — this is mandatory and must be produced at the time of document verification
  • Preferential Qualification: Candidates who have served in the Territorial Army for minimum 2 years OR who hold an NCC ‘B’ Certificate will be given preference at the interview stage (all other things being equal)
  • Nationality: Indian Citizen (or as per the nationality eligibility conditions in the advertisement)
  • Physical Fitness: Candidate must be in good mental and physical health. A medical certificate of physical fitness from a Medical Officer (not below rank of Deputy Superintendent of a Government Hospital) is required at the time of joining
  • Character: Must be suitable for appointment to service in the High Court. Persons dismissed/terminated from government service or convicted of serious offences are ineligible
  • Required Documents to Upload: Scanned signature, Matriculation (10th) Certificate & Marksheet, Graduation Certificate & Marksheet, Computer Application Diploma/Certificate, Identity Proof, Domicile Certificate (if applicable), Caste/NCL/EWS Certificate (if applicable), Certificate of Disability (if applicable)

Selection Process for Patna High Court Assistant Recruitment 2026

The updated selection process for Patna High Court Assistant Recruitment 2026 consists of up to four stages. Only candidates who qualify all applicable stages will be considered for the final merit list. Negative marking of 1/4th marks (0.25 marks) applies for each wrong MCQ answer.

  1. Preliminary / Screening Test (MCQ Based — if conducted): 50 questions / 50 marks / 60 minutes. Covers General English (20), Reasoning & Quantitative Aptitude (20), General Awareness (10). Minimum qualifying marks: 20 out of 50. Marks obtained in Prelims will NOT be counted for final merit list. This stage is held only if applicant numbers are on the higher side.
  2. Written Test (MCQ Based): 100 questions / 100 marks / 90 minutes. Covers General English (30), Reasoning & Quantitative Aptitude (30), General Awareness (20), General Hindi (10), Computer Awareness (10). Minimum qualifying marks: 40 out of 100. Marks obtained here ARE counted in the final merit list.
  3. Computer Proficiency Test (CPT — Qualifying in nature): 50 marks / 30 minutes. Covers Word Processing (20), Spread Sheets / MS Excel (20), Internet Proficiency (10). Minimum qualifying marks: 20 out of 50. CPT marks are NOT counted for final merit.
  4. Interview: 10 marks. Minimum qualifying marks: 03. Three times the number of vacancies will be shortlisted for interview. Interview marks ARE counted in the final merit list.

The final merit list will be prepared based on marks secured in the Written Test + Interview only. In case of tie, the candidate with higher Written Test marks ranks higher; if still tied, the candidate born earlier gets preference.

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How to Apply Online for Patna High Court Assistant Recruitment 2026

All applications must be submitted online only through the official Patna High Court website. Apply Before 27 August 2026 (23:59 hrs). The direct application link is active at cdn.digialm.com. Follow the complete step-by-step online application process below:

  1. Visit the official website patnahighcourt.gov.in — click on the “Recruitments” tab on the left-hand menu
  2. Click on “Ex-Cadre Assistant Recruitment Examination, 2026” link, then click “Apply Online”
  3. Click “New Registration” — fill in your Full Name, Father’s Name, Mother’s Name, Gender, Reservation Category, Date of Birth, Mobile Number, and Email ID carefully (these cannot be changed after registration)
  4. Save your Registration Number and Password received via SMS/Email — print the registration page for future reference
  5. Log in and complete the detailed application form: fill Personal Details, then Education Details, and submit each section
  6. Capture your live photograph during the application process using your device’s camera (pre-existing photographs are not accepted)
  7. Upload your scanned signature (JPG/JPEG format, 50 KB – 80 KB) and all required documents: Matriculation Certificate & Marksheet, Graduation Certificate & Marksheet, Computer Diploma, Identity Proof, Domicile, Caste/NCL/EWS Certificate (as applicable)
  8. Preview the complete application on the Print Preview Page — ensure all data is correct, then check the declaration box
  9. Pay the examination fee online — ₹1,500 (General/BC/EBC/EWS) or ₹750 (SC/ST/Locomotor Disabled) — on or before 30 August 2026
  10. After fee payment, the application is finally submitted and no changes are allowed. Take a printout of the submitted application form for your records

Important: The online application form cannot be withdrawn once submitted. Each candidate must submit only one application — in case of multiple submissions, the last correct application will be considered. Candidates are advised to apply well before the closing date to avoid last-minute server issues.

Important Dates – Patna High Court Ex-Cadre Assistant Recruitment 2026

EventDate
Advertisement Released23 July 2026
Online Application Starts28 July 2026
Last Date to Submit Online Application27 August 2026 (23:59 hrs)
Fee Payment Link Disabled28 August 2026 (temporary)
Last Date for Fee Payment30 August 2026 (23:59 hrs)
Date of Examination (Written Test)To Be Notified Later
Admit Card / Call LetterTo Be Notified — download from official website only
Computer Proficiency Test (CPT)To Be Notified Later
InterviewTo Be Notified Later
Result DeclarationTo Be Notified Later

Closing Soon: The application window is open from 28 July to 27 August 2026. Do not wait until the last day — the High Court will not be responsible for technical failures on the last date. Apply Now using the direct link provided in the Important Links section below.

ResourceLink
Apply Online (Direct Link)Click Here to Apply Online
Official Notification PDF (PHC/03/2026)Download Official Notification
Official Website – Patna High Courtpatnahighcourt.gov.in
India Government Portal (Authority Link)India Government Portal
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Frequently Asked Questions about Patna High Court Assistant Recruitment 2026

What is Patna High Court Assistant Recruitment 2026?

Patna High Court Assistant Recruitment 2026 is an official government recruitment notification issued by the High Court of Judicature at Patna vide Advertisement No. PHC/03/2026 dated 23.07.2026. It invites online applications from eligible graduates for 68 vacancies of Ex-Cadre Assistant (Group-C Post). The last date to apply is 27 August 2026. Apply online at patnahighcourt.gov.in or via the direct link at cdn.digialm.com.

What is the salary for Patna High Court Ex-Cadre Assistant 2026?

The pay scale for the Ex-Cadre Assistant post is Level-4 under the 7th PRC, with a pay range of ₹25,500 to ₹81,100 per month. The gross monthly salary including Dearness Allowance, House Rent Allowance, Transport Allowance, and other admissible allowances is approximately ₹35,000 – ₹45,000 per month, making it one of the best Group-C pay scales in Bihar.

What is the eligibility for Patna High Court Assistant Recruitment 2026?

Candidates must hold a Graduation degree in any discipline from a recognised university AND a Diploma or Certificate of at least six months’ course in Computer Application from a recognised institution — both must be complete as on 01.01.2026. The age limit is 18–37 years for Unreserved Male candidates, with relaxations for female, BC/EBC, SC/ST, and Locomotor Disabled candidates as per Bihar Government norms.

What is the last date to apply for Patna High Court Assistant Recruitment 2026?

The last date to submit the online application for Patna High Court Assistant Recruitment 2026 is 27 August 2026 (23:59 hrs). The last date for online fee payment is 30 August 2026 (23:59 hrs). Note that the fee link will remain disabled on 28 August 2026. Apply well in advance to avoid last-minute technical difficulties.

How many vacancies are there in Patna High Court Assistant Recruitment 2026?

There are a total of 68 vacancies for the post of Ex-Cadre Assistant (Group-C) in Patna High Court Assistant Recruitment 2026. The distribution is: Unreserved – 29, SC – 11, ST – 1, EBC – 12, BC – 8, EWS – 7. Of the total, 23 posts are horizontally reserved for women candidates and 3 posts for Locomotor Disabled candidates.

What is the application fee for Patna High Court Assistant Recruitment 2026?

The application fee is ₹1,500 for General, BC, EBC, and EWS category candidates and ₹750 for SC, ST, and Locomotor Disabled candidates who are permanent residents of Bihar. The fee is non-refundable under all circumstances. Payment must be made online only via the official application portal. The fee payment deadline is 30 August 2026 (23:59 hrs).

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