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Patna High CourtApplication Closed · Prep Phase

Patna High Court Ex-Cadre Assistant Recruitment 2026 — Apply Online for 68 Posts

Advt No: Advt. No. PHC/03/2026

The online application window closed on 27 August 2026.

This recruitment has progressed to the examination and preparation phase. Explore the official exam pattern, syllabus, and practice papers below.

View Syllabus & Pattern

Total Vacancies

68 Posts

Eligibility

ANY GRADUATE

Salary Range

25,500 - ₹81,100

Last Date to Apply

27 August 2026

About this Recruitment

The High Court of Judicature at Patna has invited online applications for the recruitment of 68 Ex-Cadre Assistants under Advertisement No. PHC/03/2026. Candidates possessing a Bachelor's Degree in any discipline from a recognized university with at least a 6-month Diploma/Certificate in Computer Application (DCA) and typing skills in English and Hindi are eligible. Online applications are accepted from 28 July 2026 to 27 August 2026.

✨ Copilot Highlights

  • Patna High Court Ex-Cadre Assistant Recruitment Advt PHC/03/2026 published for 68 posts.
  • Pay Matrix Level-4 (₹25,500–₹81,100) with starting gross salary approx ₹42,000/month.
  • Graduate degree with minimum 6-month Computer Course / DCA certificate required.
  • Four-stage selection: Preliminary Test, Written Mains, Computer/Typing Test, and Interview.
  • Online registration active from 28 July 2026 to 27 August 2026 on patnahighcourt.gov.in.

Important Dates

1

Notification Released

23 July 2026

2

Application Start Date

28 July 2026

3

Last Date to Apply

27 August 2026

Vacancy Breakdown

Post NameVacanciesEligibility
Ex-Cadre Assistant (Group B/C)68 ANY GRADUATE

Age Limit & Eligibility

Minimum Age

18 Years

Maximum Age

37 Years

* Age calculated as on 1 January 2026

Age Relaxations:

BC / EBC Male & Female Candidates (Bihar): +3 Years
General Female Candidates (Bihar): +3 Years
SC / ST Candidates (Bihar): +5 Years
Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD): +10 Years

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Educational Eligibility: ANY GRADUATE, DIPLOMA
Compensation & 7th CPC Structure

Pay Scale & In-Hand Salary Structure

Pay Level / Grade: Pay Matrix Level 4 (₹25,500 – ₹81,100) under 7th CPC plus Dearness Allowance (DA 50%+), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Transport Allowance, and Court Special Allowances (Starting gross salary approx ₹42,000/month).

Official Pay Scale

₹25,500 - ₹81,100

Monthly Allowances & Earnings
Basic Pay25,500
Dearness Allowance (DA)50% of Basic Pay (₹12,750)
House Rent Allowance (HRA)₹2,295 - ₹6,885 (9% - 27% by City Tier X/Y/Z)
Transport Allowance (TA)₹2,700 + DA
Other AllowancesMedical & Special Allowances (as applicable)
Standard Deductions
NPS (10%) / PF / HealthNPS (10%), Health & Insurance (~₹4,325 - ₹5,325)
Gross Salary₹43,245 - ₹49,110 / month

Estimated In-Hand Salary

₹37,920 - ₹44,785 / month

Scheme of Examination

Exam Pattern & Detailed Syllabus

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Stage 1: Written / Computer Based Test (CBT / OMR)

Exam Mode: Computer Based Objective Multiple Choice Test

90 Minutes
Total Marks: 100
Negative Marking: 0.25 or 0.33 marks deducted per incorrect answer (as per notice)
Subject / SectionNo. of QuestionsMax Marks
General Intelligence & Reasoning2525
General Awareness & Current Affairs2525
Quantitative Aptitude / Numerical Ability2525
English / Hindi Comprehension / Domain Subject2525

Key Subject-Wise Syllabus Topics

General Awareness & Static GK

Indian Polity & ConstitutionHistory & CultureGeography & EnvironmentGeneral Science (Physics, Chemistry, Biology)National & International Current Affairs

General Intelligence & Reasoning

AnalogiesClassificationSeries CompletionCoding-DecodingBlood RelationsDirection SenseNon-Verbal Reasoning

Quantitative Aptitude

Number SystemPercentage & AverageRatio & ProportionProfit & LossSimple & Compound InterestTime, Speed & DistanceMensuration
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 recruitment portal: https://patnahighcourt.gov.in

2

Carefully read the official notification PDF (Advt No: Advt. No. PHC/03/2026) to confirm eligibility criteria.

3

Complete One-Time Registration (OTR) or new user registration on the official portal.

4

Fill in personal details, educational qualifications, and category reservation details accurately.

5

Upload scanned passport-sized photograph (20-50 KB) and signature (10-20 KB) in the prescribed format.

6

Pay the applicable application fee online and download/print the final confirmation page for future reference.

Documents Required & Upload Specifications

Recent Passport Size Color Photograph

20 KB to 50 KB, JPG/JPEG format, white/light background, taken within 3 months

Scanned Candidate Signature

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

Educational Qualification Certificates & Marksheets

100 KB to 300 KB, clearly readable PDF/JPG format

Category / EWS / Domicile Certificate (if applicable)

100 KB to 300 KB, valid PDF format issued by competent authority

Application Fee

General / BC / EBC / EWS Candidates₹1500
SC / ST / PwBD Candidates (Bihar Domicile)₹750

Payment Modes: Online Net Banking, Debit Card, Credit Card, UPI via Digialm Payment Gateway

Selection Process

1
Stage 1: Preliminary Written Test (Objective Multiple Choice - 100 Marks: General English 40, General Hindi 15, General Awareness 25, Computer Knowledge 20)
2
Stage 2: Main Written Examination (Descriptive Type - English & Hindi Language, Precis, Translation, and Essay Writing)
3
Stage 3: Computer Proficiency & Typing Test (English Typing 40 wpm, Hindi Typing 30 wpm, and practical MS Word/Excel proficiency test)
4
Stage 4: Personal Interview / Viva-Voce (10 Marks) and Original Document Verification at Patna High Court

Frequently Asked Questions

How many vacancies are announced in Patna High Court Ex-Cadre Assistant Recruitment 2026?

Patna High Court has advertised a total of 68 vacancies for the post of Ex-Cadre Assistant under Advertisement No. PHC/03/2026.

What are the educational and computer qualification requirements?

Candidates must hold a Graduation Degree in any discipline from a recognized university, along with a minimum 6-month Diploma/Certificate in Computer Application (DCA) and English/Hindi typing proficiency.

What is the deadline to apply online for Patna High Court Ex-Cadre Assistant?

The online application form is available from 28 July 2026 until 27 August 2026 (11:59 PM), and the fee payment window closes on 30 August 2026.

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

The post carries 7th CPC Pay Matrix Level 4 (₹25,500 – ₹81,100). With DA and high court allowances, the starting gross salary is approximately ₹42,000 per month.

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

General, BC, EBC, and EWS candidates pay ₹1,500. SC, ST, and PwBD candidates resident in Bihar pay a concessional fee of ₹750.

What is the age limit and relaxation for Bihar candidates?

General Male age limit is 18 to 37 years as of 01 January 2026. General Female, BC, and EBC candidates receive 3 years relaxation (up to 40 years), while SC/ST receive 5 years relaxation (up to 42 years).

What is the complete selection process for Ex-Cadre Assistant?

Selection involves: 1) Objective Preliminary Test (100 marks), 2) Descriptive Written Mains Exam, 3) Computer Typing & Proficiency Test (40 wpm English, 30 wpm Hindi), and 4) Interview (10 marks) followed by Document Verification.

How can candidates apply online for Patna High Court Ex-Cadre Assistant?

Visit patnahighcourt.gov.in, navigate to Recruitment section, access the online application link on Digialm portal, complete registration, upload certificates/photo, pay fee, and submit before 27 August 2026.

Salary Range

25,500 - ₹81,100

Total Vacancies

68 Posts

Last Date to Apply

27 August 2026

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