HP High Court Recruitment 2026 is now open for 15 regular vacancies in Librarian, Peon, Mali and Cook-cum-Attendant posts, with pay starting at ₹18,000 and reaching ₹1,12,800 per month. The High Court of Himachal Pradesh, Shimla, issued Advertisement Notice No. HC-Advt./2026 (3) on 19 September 2026.
This guide is for 10th pass candidates, library science graduates, gardeners and cooks who want a stable Group-C or Group-D government job in Himachal Pradesh. It covers vacancies, salary, eligibility, age limit, fees, the 85+15 marks formula, the step-by-step online process and the last date of 27 October 2026.
HP High Court Recruitment 2026 offers 15 regular posts: 1 Librarian, 8 Peon, 2 Mali and 4 Cook-cum-Attendant. Apply online at hphcrecruitment.in between 27 September and 27 October 2026 (11:59 PM). Group-D pay is ₹18,000–₹56,900 and the Librarian pay is ₹35,600–₹1,12,800.
- Organisation: High Court of Himachal Pradesh, Shimla
- Advertisement No.: HC-Advt./2026 (3), dated 19.09.2026
- Total Vacancies: 15 (Librarian 1, Peon 8, Mali 2, Cook-cum-Attendant 4)
- Pay Matrix: Level 09 (₹35,600–₹1,12,800) and Level 01 (₹18,000–₹56,900)
- Application Mode: Online only, through the HP High Court recruitment portal
- Opening Date: 27 September 2026
- Last Date and Fee: 27 October 2026, 11:59 PM
- Exam Fee: ₹450 (UR) and ₹300 (reserved HP categories and PH), including GST
- Age Limit: 18–45 years (UR/EWS); 18–50 years (eligible reserved categories and HP Govt. employees), as on 01.01.2026
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What Is HP High Court Recruitment 2026 and Which Posts Are Open?
HP High Court Recruitment 2026: a direct recruitment drive by the High Court of Himachal Pradesh to fill 15 regular Group-C and Group-D posts under the R&P Rules, 2015. Candidates apply online, and the High Court publishes updates through SMS, email and its official website.
The recruitment follows the Himachal Pradesh High Court Officers and Members of Staff (Recruitment, Promotion, Conditions of Service, Conduct & Appeal) Rules, 2015. The Librarian post is filled through a written competitive examination. The three Group-D posts are filled on the basis of Matriculation marks plus document evaluation.
Read the HP High Court R&P Rules, 2015 (official PDF) before you apply. The notice itself asks every candidate to do this.
Who Should Apply for HP High Court Recruitment 2026?
This drive suits a wide range of candidates, from Matric pass applicants to library professionals. You should apply if you match one of these profiles:
- 📚 A graduate with a B.Lib, M.Lib or PG Diploma in Library Science and 3 years of library experience.
- 🎓 A Matric pass candidate who wants a Level 01 government job with a pay ceiling of ₹56,900.
- 🌱 A gardener with 3 years of experience who wants a permanent role in a court establishment.
- 🍳 A cook with 3 years in a government undertaking or reputed hotel.
- 🏔️ A Himachal resident from SC, ST, OBC or EWS who can claim reservation benefits.
- ♿ A person with hearing or vision disability within the limits allowed for the Peon PH posts.
- 👩 A widow, divorced, single woman or orphan who can earn extra evaluation marks.
- 🧑💼 A serving HP Government employee who can apply through proper channel with an NOC.
HP High Court Vacancy 2026: Post-Wise and Category-Wise Details
The High Court has announced 15 posts in total, and Peon has the largest share with 8 vacancies. The table below matches the official advertisement notice.
| Post | Group | Vacancies | Category-Wise Split |
|---|---|---|---|
| Librarian | Group-C | 1 | 1 UR |
| Peon | Group-D | 8 | 1 UR, 2 SC, 1 ST, 1 OBC, 1 EWS, 2 PH |
| Mali | Group-D | 2 | 1 UR, 1 ST |
| Cook-cum-Attendant | Group-D | 4 | 2 UR, 1 SC, 1 EWS |
| Total | – | 15 | – |
The High Court states that vacancies may increase or decrease for administrative reasons. Candidates also cannot claim appointment as a matter of right. The full details are in the official HP High Court notification download link.
Important note on Group-D posts: appointments to Peon, Mali and Cook-cum-Attendant are subject to the outcome of several pending civil writ petitions (CWP No. 6948 of 2025, 7805 of 2025, 3891 of 2023, 10713 of 2023, 13592 of 2025 and 14978 of 2025) and related representations. Watch the High Court website for any court-driven update.
HP High Court Salary 2026: Pay Level and Monthly Value
Librarian is paid at Pay Level 09, from ₹35,600 to ₹1,12,800 in the pay matrix. Peon, Mali and Cook-cum-Attendant are paid at Pay Level 01, from ₹18,000 to ₹56,900.
| Post | Pay Level | Pay Matrix Range | Starting Basic Per Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Librarian (Group-C) | Level 09 | ₹35,600 – ₹1,12,800 | ₹4,27,200 |
| Peon (Group-D) | Level 01 | ₹18,000 – ₹56,900 | ₹2,16,000 |
| Mali (Group-D) | Level 01 | ₹18,000 – ₹56,900 | ₹2,16,000 |
| Cook-cum-Attendant (Group-D) | Level 01 | ₹18,000 – ₹56,900 | ₹2,16,000 |
The yearly column is our own calculation (starting basic × 12) and excludes allowances. Actual take-home pay depends on dearness allowance, house rent allowance and other admissible allowances as applicable to Himachal Pradesh High Court staff. Check the official notification for the latest data.
A regular post also brings long-term benefits that private jobs rarely match, including pay-matrix increments, job security and service rules under the R&P Rules, 2015.
Eligibility, Age Limit and Application Fee for HP High Court Recruitment 2026
Candidates must be Indian nationals and must meet qualification and experience rules as on the date of submitting the online application. Here is what each post requires.
Educational Qualification and Experience
| Post | Qualification | Experience |
|---|---|---|
| Librarian | Graduation with PG Diploma in Library Science, or Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Library Science | 3 years as Library Attendant or higher post in the related field, in any reputed organisation including a public institution |
| Peon | Matriculation from a recognised Board | Not required |
| Mali | Matriculation from a recognised Board | 3 years in gardening |
| Cook-cum-Attendant | Matriculation from a recognised Board | 3 years in cooking in a government undertaking or reputed hotel |
For Cook-cum-Attendant, preference goes to persons acquainted with the local customs and dialects of the place of deployment.
Age Limit as on 01.01.2026
- Unreserved (UR) and EWS: 18 to 45 years.
- Reserved categories of HP (if the post is reserved): 18 to 50 years.
- HP Government employees: 18 to 50 years.
The 5-year relaxation applies only to bonafide SC, ST and OBC candidates of HP, and to persons with benchmark disabilities of HP, when a post is reserved for them.
Peon PH Reservation Rules
Under Rule 17 of the R&P Rules, the 2 PH posts for Peon are open to candidates with blindness or low vision (disability not more than 40%), hearing impairment (not 60 decibel or more after correction) or mild mental retardation. Candidates with orthopaedic disability will not be considered for these posts.
Application Fee
| Category | Exam Fee (Per Application) |
|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR) | ₹450 including GST |
| Reserved categories of HP (SC, ST, OBC, EWS) | ₹300 including GST |
| PH categories of HP (if the post is reserved for PH) | ₹300 including GST |
Pay the fee only in online mode. The fee is non-refundable in every case, and an application can be cancelled but not withdrawn or edited once submitted.
How to Apply Online for HP High Court Recruitment 2026: Step-by-Step
Applications are accepted only online, even from candidates sponsored by an Employment Exchange. Follow these 8 steps:
- Open the HP High Court recruitment portal or the High Court of Himachal Pradesh website.
- Read the FAQs and video tutorial on the portal.
- Register with a working mobile number and email ID.
- Log in and select the post you are eligible for.
- Fill in personal, educational and experience details carefully.
- Upload your photo, signature, Matric certificate, ID proof and other documents in the prescribed size and format.
- Pay the exam fee online before 27 October 2026, 11:59 PM.
- Preview the submitted form and save a printout or screenshot.
Only documents that you mention and upload in the online form will be verified in original. No new certificate is accepted at Document Verification, except a renewed certificate in continuation of an expired one. Scan everything before you start and apply days before the last date.
Document Upload Size and Format
| Document | Size and Format |
|---|---|
| Photo (white background) | 20–50 KB, JPG/JPEG/PNG |
| Signature (white background) | 10–20 KB, JPG/JPEG/PNG |
| Matric certificate (age proof) | 100–500 KB, JPG/JPEG/PNG |
| ID proof (Aadhaar, DL, Passport) | 100–500 KB, JPG/JPEG/PNG |
| Other certificates | 100 KB–2 MB, PDF only |
Serving Government or Semi-Government employees must apply through proper channel and send a No Objection Certificate to the Registrar General within 15 days of the last date. Contract, casual, ad hoc, daily wage and work-charged employees do not need an NOC.
HP High Court Selection Process 2026: Written Test vs Merit Shortlisting
The Librarian is selected through a written test, while Group-D posts are selected through a 100-mark merit formula. Compare both routes below.
| Factor | Librarian (Group-C) | Peon, Mali, Cook (Group-D) |
|---|---|---|
| Vacancies | 1 | 14 (8 + 2 + 4) |
| Pay Level | Level 09 | Level 01 |
| Minimum Education | Library Science degree or PG Diploma | Matriculation |
| Experience | 3 years | None for Peon; 3 years for Mali and Cook |
| Selection Basis | Written competitive test | Matric marks (85) + evaluation (15) |
| Shortlisting | Test-based merit | 1:3 ratio for Document Verification |
| Competition Level | Higher, graduate pool | Very high, large 10th pass pool |
| Best For | Library professionals | Matric pass, gardeners, cooks |
Apply for the Librarian post only if you already hold the library qualification and 3 years of experience. For Group-D posts, your Matric percentage and your evaluation certificates decide everything, so collect valid certificates early. We recommend applying for exactly one post that fully matches your profile.
Group-D Marks Formula: 85 + 15
Candidates are shortlisted in the ratio 1:3 on Matric marks calculated out of 85. A candidate with 50% in Matric gets 42.5 marks. The remaining 15 marks come from document evaluation under Schedule-IV, Part-T of the R&P Rules, 2015.
| Evaluation Criterion | Marks |
|---|---|
| Notified backward area or Panchayat | 1 |
| Landless family or family with less than 1 hectare land | 2 |
| Non-employment certificate (no family member in Govt./Semi-Govt. service) | 2.5 |
| Differently abled person (more than 40% disability) | 1 |
| NSS (1 year), NCC, Scouts and Guides or national level medal winner | 1 |
| BPL family (annual income below ₹40,000) | 2.5 |
| Widow, divorced, destitute or single woman | 1 |
| Single daughter or orphan | 1.5 |
| Govt./Semi-Govt. experience in the post applied (0.5 per completed year, up to 5 years) | 2.5 |
Original insight: the nine criteria add up to exactly 15 marks. A candidate who qualifies for every criterion would reach the full 15, but most people qualify for only two or three. A candidate with 60% in Matric scores 51 marks out of 85, and 4 to 6 evaluation marks can lift the total above a candidate with a slightly higher percentage. That is why valid, name-matching certificates matter so much.
By the 1:3 ratio, the High Court will call roughly three candidates for every vacancy, for example about 24 for 8 Peon posts (category-wise application of the ratio may vary). Certificates must be issued in the candidate’s own name. Certificates in a parent’s name are not accepted, except a BPL certificate.
Who Issues Which Certificate?
| Certificate | Issuing Authority |
|---|---|
| Backward area, landless, non-employment, income | SDO (Civil), Tehsildar or Naib Tehsildar |
| BPL, widow, divorced, single woman, single daughter, orphan | BDO (Panchayat), Municipal Commissioner or Executive Officer, or Secretary (Nagar Panchayat) |
| Disability | Health and Family Welfare authorities or Medical Boards |
| SC, ST, OBC, EWS and Himachali Bonafide | SDO (Civil), Tehsildar or Naib Tehsildar |
| Age proof | Recognised school or Board (10th certificate) |
Pros and Cons of HP High Court Recruitment 2026
Every government job has trade-offs. Weigh these honestly before you apply.
Pros
- Regular, permanent posts with pay-matrix salary.
- Only Matriculation is needed for Peon, so the job is open to 10th pass candidates.
- Low application fee of ₹300–₹450.
- Transparent, marks-based selection for Group-D posts with no interview.
- Upper age limit reaches 50 years for eligible reserved categories.
Cons
- Only 15 vacancies, so competition will be very high.
- Group-D appointments depend on the outcome of pending court cases.
- The fee is non-refundable and the form cannot be edited after submission.
- Rejected if a certificate is expired or not in the candidate’s name.
Important Terms and Concepts Related to HP High Court Jobs
These terms appear throughout the notice. Knowing them saves you from mistakes.
- Pay Level 01: the entry level of the pay matrix, ₹18,000 to ₹56,900, used for Group-D posts.
- Pay Level 09: the matrix level for Librarian, ₹35,600 to ₹1,12,800.
- R&P Rules, 2015: the High Court staff recruitment and service rules that govern this drive.
- ORA: Online Recruitment Application, the only accepted application mode.
- Document Verification (DV): original certificate check for shortlisted candidates.
- Schedule-IV, Part-T: the evaluation schedule that awards the 15 marks.
- EWS: Economically Weaker Section; an unfilled EWS post is de-reserved and filled from the unreserved category.
- BPL Certificate: proof of Below Poverty Line status; earns 2.5 evaluation marks.
- NOC: No Objection Certificate needed by serving Government or Semi-Government employees.
- Benchmark Disability: disability of at least the prescribed level, which qualifies for PH reservation and age relaxation.
HP High Court Recruitment 2026 Important Dates and Links
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement notice issued | 19 September 2026 |
| Online application opens | 27 September 2026 |
| Last date for application and fee | 27 October 2026, 11:59 PM |
| NOC deadline for serving employees | Within 15 days after the last date |
| Age reckoned as on | 1 January 2026 |
| Link Name | URL |
|---|---|
| Download official notification | Official notification download link |
| Online application portal | hphcrecruitment.in login |
| Official High Court website | highcourt.hp.gov.in |
| R&P Rules, 2015 (PDF) | R&P Rules, 2015 official PDF |
| National government portal | india.gov.in |
| National Career Service | ncs.gov.in |
| Related: Librarian exam | Bihar LET 2026 School Librarian Eligibility Test |
| Related: Himachal result | HPRCA Teacher Psychology Result 2026 |
| Related: central jobs | UPSC Recruitment 2026 notification |
| Related: graduate jobs | SSC CGL 2026 vacancy and salary guide |
| More jobs | Latest government jobs on Agrijob.in |
For queries, email the Recruitment Section at arrecruitment-hc@hp.gov.in on working days from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM and 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM.
Final Thoughts on HP High Court Recruitment 2026
HP High Court Recruitment 2026 gives 10th pass and library science candidates a rare chance at a regular post, with pay up to ₹1,12,800. Success depends on choosing the right post, holding valid certificates in your own name and submitting the form early.
Register on the portal today, finish your application well before 27 October 2026, and bookmark this page. We update it whenever the High Court releases new information.
- HP High Court Recruitment 2026 has 15 regular posts across four job titles.
- Pay ranges from ₹18,000 (Level 01) to ₹1,12,800 (Level 09).
- Apply online only, between 27 September and 27 October 2026.
- Group-D merit is 85 marks Matric plus 15 marks evaluation, shortlisted 1:3.
- Fee is ₹450 for UR and ₹300 for reserved HP categories; bookmark this page and apply early.
Frequently Asked Questions About HP High Court Recruitment 2026
How many vacancies are there in HP High Court Recruitment 2026?
HP High Court Recruitment 2026 has 15 regular vacancies: 1 Librarian, 8 Peon, 2 Mali and 4 Cook-cum-Attendant. The number may change for administrative reasons.
What is the last date to apply for HP High Court Recruitment 2026?
The last date for online application and fee payment is 27 October 2026 at 11:59 PM. Applications opened on 27 September 2026.
What is the salary of Peon in HP High Court?
Peon is placed at Pay Level 01 of the pay matrix, which is ₹18,000 to ₹56,900. Mali and Cook-cum-Attendant have the same pay level.
What is the Librarian salary in HP High Court Recruitment 2026?
The Librarian post carries Pay Level 09, from ₹35,600 to ₹1,12,800 in the pay matrix. It is a Group-C regular post.
Can a 10th pass candidate apply for HP High Court Recruitment 2026?
Yes. Peon needs only Matriculation from a recognised Board. Mali and Cook-cum-Attendant need Matriculation plus 3 years of relevant experience.
What is the age limit for HP High Court Recruitment 2026?
Age is counted as on 1 January 2026. Unreserved and EWS candidates must be 18 to 45 years old. Eligible reserved categories of HP and HP Government employees can be up to 50 years.
What is the application fee for HP High Court Recruitment 2026?
Unreserved candidates pay ₹450 and reserved HP categories (SC, ST, OBC, EWS) and PH candidates pay ₹300, both including GST. The fee is paid online and is not refunded.
How is the merit list prepared for Peon, Mali and Cook posts?
Candidates are shortlisted 1:3 on Matric marks out of 85. After document evaluation carrying 15 marks, the final merit list is drawn on the combined marks.
How is the Librarian selected in HP High Court?
The Librarian post is filled through a competitive written examination under Schedule-IV (Part-G) of the R&P Rules, 2015. The final merit list is drawn on written test marks.
Will the High Court send call letters by post for HP High Court Recruitment 2026?
No. Eligible candidates are informed only through SMS and email registered in the online application. Use a working mobile number and email ID until the selection process ends.
Last Updated: September 2026. This guide is reviewed and updated regularly for accuracy. Bookmark this page for the latest information.
Disclaimer: This article is based on the official advertisement notice HC-Advt./2026 (3) of the High Court of Himachal Pradesh. Vacancies, dates and rules may change. Always confirm details on the official portal before applying. Agrijob.in is not affiliated with the High Court. Author: Nitish Singh, Agrijob.in.
