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Delhi High Court Senior PA & Personal Assistant Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 150 Posts, Syllabus & Pay Scale

Advt No: Senior Personal Assistant and Personal Assistant Examination 2026

Total Vacancies

150 Posts

Eligibility

ANY GRADUATE

Salary Range

44,900 - ₹1,51,100

Last Date to Apply

5 October 2026

About this Recruitment

The High Court of Delhi has released the official recruitment notification for the Senior Personal Assistant (SPA) and Personal Assistant (PA) Examination 2026 for a total of 150 posts. The vacancies include 117 positions for Senior Personal Assistant (Pay Level 8, ₹47,600 - ₹1,51,100) and 33 positions for Personal Assistant (Pay Level 7, ₹44,900 - ₹1,42,400). Candidates holding a Bachelor's Degree from a recognized university with proficiency in English shorthand (110 wpm for SPA, 100 wpm for PA) and a computer typing speed of at least 40 wpm are eligible. The selection process involves an English Typing Test, an English Shorthand Test, a Main Descriptive Written Examination, and a Personal Interview. Online registration is active from 15 September 2026 to 05 October 2026 (11:00 PM), with an application correction window open from 12 to 14 October 2026 at delhihighcourt.nic.in.

✨ Copilot Highlights

  • Delhi High Court invites applications for 150 Senior Personal Assistant & Personal Assistant posts for 2026
  • Post-wise vacancies: Senior Personal Assistant (SPA): 117 posts | Personal Assistant (PA): 33 posts
  • 7th Central Pay Commission: SPA carries Pay Level 8 (₹47,600 - ₹1,51,100) and PA carries Pay Level 7 (₹44,900 - ₹1,42,400)
  • Educational Qualification: Graduate in any discipline from a recognized University
  • Skill Qualifications: English Shorthand speed of 110 w.p.m. (SPA) or 100 w.p.m. (PA) and 40 w.p.m. English Typing speed on computer
  • Age Limit: 18 to 32 years as on 1 January 2026 (born between 02.01.1994 and 01.01.2008) with central government age relaxations
  • Application Correction Facility: Correction window will be open from 12 October 2026 to 14 October 2026 (11:00 PM)
  • Important Timeline: Online application starts 15 September 2026 and closes on 05 October 2026 (11:00 PM)

Important Dates

1

Notification Released

12 September 2026

2

Application Start Date

15 September 2026

3

Last Date to Apply

5 October 2026

Vacancy Breakdown

Post NameVacanciesEligibility
Senior Personal Assistant (SPA - Pay Level 8)117 ANY GRADUATE
Personal Assistant (PA - Pay Level 7)33 ANY GRADUATE

Age Limit & Eligibility

Minimum Age

18 Years

Maximum Age

32 Years

* Age calculated as on 1 January 2026

Age Relaxations:

Scheduled Castes (SC) & Scheduled Tribes (ST): +5 Years
Other Backward Classes - Non Creamy Layer (OBC-NCL): +3 Years
Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD): +10 Years
Ex-Servicemen Candidates: +3 Years
Departmental Candidates of High Court of Delhi: +5 Years

⚡ Am I Eligible? (Instant Age & Cut-off Verifier)

Select your DOB and category (Calculated as on 1 January 2026)

Educational Eligibility: ANY GRADUATE
Compensation & 7th CPC Structure

Pay Scale & In-Hand Salary Structure

Pay Level / Grade: Pay Level 8 (₹47,600 - ₹1,51,100) for Senior PA and Pay Level 7 (₹44,900 - ₹1,42,400) for Personal Assistant under 7th CPC

Official Pay Scale

₹44,900 - ₹1,51,100

Monthly Allowances & Earnings
Basic Pay44,900
Dearness Allowance (DA)50% of Basic Pay (~₹22,450 - ₹23,800 per month)
House Rent Allowance (HRA)27% for Delhi 'X' Category City (~₹12,123 - ₹12,852 per month)
Transport Allowance (TA)₹3,600 + DA 50% = ₹5,400 per month
Other AllowancesHigh Court Special Judicial Allowance, Dress Allowance, Medical Reimbursement
Standard Deductions
NPS (10%) / PF / HealthNPS (10% of Basic + DA ~₹6,735), CGHS (~₹450), CGEGIS (~₹60)
Gross Salary₹85,873 - ₹91,652 / month

Estimated In-Hand Salary

₹78,400 - ₹84,200 / month

Scheme of Examination

Exam Pattern & Detailed Syllabus

Download Official Syllabus PDF

Stage 1: English Typing Test on Computer

Exam Mode: Computer Based Typing Test (10 Minutes)

10 Minutes
0
Negative Marking: Maximum allowable errors 3% of total words typed
Subject / SectionNo. of QuestionsMax MarksDuration
English Typing on Computer (Minimum 40 words per minute)1010 min

Key Subject-Wise Syllabus Topics

English Shorthand & Transcription

Senior Personal Assistant: 5 minutes dictation of 550 words at 110 wpm; 45 minutes transcription on computer (max 3% errors allowed)Personal Assistant: 5 minutes dictation of 500 words at 100 wpm; 45 minutes transcription on computer (max 3% errors allowed)

Main Descriptive Paper (English)

Essay on contemporary legal, socio-economic, administrative, and technological topics (250 words)Official / Judicial correspondence and formal representation letter writingAdvanced English grammar: vocabulary, active-passive voice, direct-indirect speech, idioms, prepositions, sentence rearrangementTranslation of legal and general paragraphs between English and Hindi
Application Guide

How to Apply Online: Step-by-Step Guide

Keep all required documents, scanned photograph, and signature ready before starting the form.

1

Visit the official website of High Court of Delhi at https://delhihighcourt.nic.in.

2

Navigate to 'Public Notices' > 'Job Openings' and click on 'Apply Online for Senior Personal Assistant & Personal Assistant Examination 2026'.

3

Register on the recruitment portal by entering your basic credentials, mobile number, and email ID.

4

Fill in your detailed application form including personal details, category, educational qualifications, and shorthand/typing speeds.

5

Upload scanned copies of your recent passport-sized photograph, signature, graduation degree, and caste/PwBD certificate if applicable.

6

Pay the non-refundable application fee (₹1,500 for General/OBC/EWS; ₹1,300 for SC/ST/PwBD/ExSM) through online payment modes.

7

Submit the application and note down your Application Number.

8

Download and print a copy of the filled application form and fee receipt for future reference.

9

Note: If any corrections are needed, use the correction window from 12 October 2026 to 14 October 2026.

Documents Required & Upload Specifications

Recent Color Passport Photograph

20 KB to 50 KB, JPG/JPEG format, front facing with light background

Scanned Signature

10 KB to 20 KB, JPG/JPEG format, on white paper with dark blue/black ink

Matriculation (10th) Certificate

Proof of date of birth and candidate name

Bachelor's Degree Certificate and Consolidated Marksheet

Proof of graduation from a recognized university

Shorthand / Typing Speed Certificate (if available)

Supporting document for shorthand and typing skills

Category Certificate (SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS/PwBD)

Valid government-issued certificate in prescribed format

Application Fee

General / Unreserved, OBC-NCL, and EWS Candidates₹1500
SC, ST, Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD), and Ex-Servicemen Candidates₹1300

Payment Modes: Net Banking, Debit Cards (Visa / MasterCard / RuPay), Credit Cards, UPI (Unified Payments Interface)

Selection Process

1
Stage 1: English Typing Test on Computer (Minimum 40 words per minute speed with maximum allowable errors up to 3%)
2
Stage 2: English Shorthand Test (110 wpm for Senior Personal Assistant; 100 wpm for Personal Assistant with transcription on computer)
3
Stage 3: Main Descriptive Examination (100 Marks: Essay 40 Marks, Letter Writing 15 Marks, Grammar & Comprehension 25 Marks, Translation 20 Marks)
4
Stage 4: Personal Interview (20 Marks) before the Interview Committee of Hon'ble Judges of High Court of Delhi
5
Stage 5: Scrutiny of Original Documents, Police Verification of Character and Antecedents, and Medical Fitness Examination

Frequently Asked Questions

How many vacancies are available in Delhi High Court SPA & PA Recruitment 2026?

A total of 150 vacancies are announced, comprising 117 vacancies for Senior Personal Assistant and 33 vacancies for Personal Assistant.

What is the educational qualification for Delhi High Court Senior PA and PA?

Candidates must be graduates in any discipline from a recognized university. Additionally, candidates must possess English Shorthand speed of 110 wpm for SPA or 100 wpm for PA, along with a typing speed of not less than 40 wpm on computer.

What is the salary for Senior Personal Assistant and Personal Assistant in Delhi High Court?

Senior Personal Assistant is placed in Pay Level 8 (₹47,600 - ₹1,51,100) with a gross monthly salary of approximately ₹91,652. Personal Assistant is in Pay Level 7 (₹44,900 - ₹1,42,400) with a gross monthly salary of approximately ₹85,873.

What is the age limit for Delhi High Court SPA & PA Examination 2026?

Candidates must be between 18 and 32 years of age as of 1 January 2026. Age relaxation of 5 years applies to SC/ST and 3 years to OBC-NCL candidates.

What is the application fee for Delhi High Court SPA & PA recruitment?

The application fee is ₹1,500 for General, OBC-NCL, and EWS candidates, and ₹1,300 for SC, ST, PwBD, and Ex-Servicemen candidates.

What is the selection process for Delhi High Court SPA & PA?

The selection process involves four stages: 1) English Typing Test (40 wpm), 2) English Shorthand Test (110/100 wpm), 3) Main Descriptive Examination (100 marks covering Essay, Letter, Grammar, Translation), and 4) Personal Interview (20 marks).

Salary Range

44,900 - ₹1,51,100

Total Vacancies

150 Posts

Last Date to Apply

5 October 2026

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