The High Court of Himachal Pradesh has released the HP High Court Recruitment 2026 notification for recruitment to various Group C and Group D posts. A total of 15 vacancies have been announced for Librarian, Peon, Mali, and Cook-cum-Attendant posts. The online application process has started on 27 September 2026, and eligible candidates can submit their applications along with the prescribed fee until 27 October 2026, at 11:59 PM.
HP High Court Group C & D Recruitment 2026 Notification Out
The HP High Court Notification 2026 has been released on its official website at highcourt.hp.gov.in. This notification includes all the important details such as eligibility criteria, selection process, application dates, syllabus, salary, number of vacancies, and other instructions for candidates. To facilitate the application process, we have also provided a direct link in the article to download the notification PDF.
HP High Court Recruitment 2026: Overview
Interested candidates can go through the overview table of the Himachal High Court Vacancy 2026 to get the complete details.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Authority | High Court of Himachal Pradesh |
| Advertisement No. | HC-Advt./2026 (3) |
| Post Name | Librarian, Peon, Mali, Cook-cum-Attendant |
| Total Vacancies | 15 |
| Group | Group C & Group D |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start Date | 27 September 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 27 October 2026, up to 11:59 PM |
| Official Website | highcourt.hp.gov.in |
HP High Court recruitment 2026: Important Dates
Candidates can check the important dates for the recruitment below:
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement Date | 19 September 2026 |
| Online Application Starts | 27 September 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 27 October 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 27 October 2026, up to 11:59 PM |
HP High Court Vacancy 2026
The High Court has announced 15 regular vacancies across four posts. The post-wise vacancy details are given below:
| Post Name | Total Vacancies | Category-wise Vacancy |
|---|---|---|
| Librarian | 01 | 01-UR |
| Peon | 08 | 01-UR, 02-SC, 01-ST, 01-OBC, 01-EWS, 02-PH |
| Mali | 02 | 01-UR, 01-ST |
| Cook-cum-Attendant | 04 | 02-UR, 01-SC, 01-EWS |
| Total | 15 | — |
What is the Eligibility Criteria?
The eligibility requirements differ according to the post. Candidates must possess the required qualification and experience as on the date of submission of the online application.
| Post Name | Group | Educational Qualification | Pay Level | Pay Scale |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Librarian | Group C | Graduation with Post Graduate Diploma in Library Science or Bachelor’s/Master’s Degree in Library Science + 3 years’ experience as Library Attendant or in a higher post in the related field | Level 09 | ₹35,600 – ₹1,12,800 |
| Peon | Group D | Matriculation passed from a recognised Board | Level 01 | ₹18,000 – ₹56,900 |
| Mali | Group D | Matriculation passed from a recognised Board + 3 years’ experience in gardening, etc. | Level 01 | ₹18,000 – ₹56,900 |
| Cook-cum-Attendant | Group D | Matriculation passed from a recognised Board + 3 years’ cooking experience in a government undertaking or reputed hotel | Level 01 | ₹18,000 – ₹56,900 |
HP High Court Recruitment 2026 Age Limit
The age of candidates will be calculated as on 1 January 2026.
| Category | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| UR & EWS | 18 to 45 Years |
| Eligible Reserved Categories of Himachal Pradesh | 18 to 50 Years |
| HP Government Employees | 18 to 50 Years |
The five-year upper-age relaxation is applicable to eligible bonafide SC, ST and OBC candidates of Himachal Pradesh and persons with benchmark disabilities of Himachal Pradesh where the post is reserved for the relevant category.
What is the Application Fee?
Candidates have to pay the examination fee through online mode only.
| Category | Examination Fee |
|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR) | ₹450 |
| Reserved Categories of HP (SC/ST/OBC/EWS) | ₹300 |
| PH Categories of HP, where applicable | ₹300 |
HP High Court Recruitment 2026 Apply Online
The HP High Court Group C & D online application window has open on 27 September 2026, and remain available until 27 October 2026, at 11:59 PM. Candidates should complete the application form and fee payment within the prescribed period. Here, we have shared the direct link to register and submit an online application.
How to Apply for High Court Recruitment 2026
Eligible candidates can apply online through the official HP High Court portal by following these steps:
- Visit the official HP High Court recruitment portal.
- Open the HC-Advt./2026 (3) recruitment link.
- Select the post for which you are eligible.
- Complete the registration process.
- Fill in the required personal, educational and other details.
- Upload the required documents in the prescribed format.
- Pay the applicable application fee.
- Carefully check all the details entered in the application form.
- Submit the application before the deadline.
- Download and save the final application form and fee receipt for future reference.
Document Require for Online Application
Candidates should keep the following documents ready in the prescribed format before filling out the HP High Court Group C & D Recruitment 2026 online application form.
- Recent coloured photograph
- Signature
- Matriculation Certificate
- Valid ID Proof
- Experience Certificate
- Category Certificate
- Other applicable certificates/documents
HP High Court Recruitment 2026: Post-wise Selection Process
The HP High Court Group C & D Recruitment 2026 selection process varies by post, with the Librarian selected through a written test and Group D posts through merit-based shortlisting, evaluation and document verification.
| Post Name | Selection Process |
|---|---|
| Librarian | Competitive Written Test → Final Merit List based on written test marks |
| Peon | Shortlisting in 1:3 ratio → Evaluation/Document Verification → Final Merit List based on Matriculation marks and evaluation |
| Mali | Shortlisting in 1:3 ratio → Evaluation/Document Verification → Final Merit List based on Matriculation marks and evaluation |
| Cook-cum-Attendant | Shortlisting in 1:3 ratio → Evaluation/Document Verification → Final Merit List based on Matriculation marks and evaluation |
Evaluation Criteria (15 Marks)
| Criteria | Marks |
|---|---|
| Belonging to notified Backward Area or Panchayat | 01 Mark |
| Landless family/family having land less than 1 hectare | 02 Marks |
| Non-employment Certificate (none of family members in Govt./Semi-Govt. service) | 2.5 Marks |
| Differently abled persons with more than 40% impairment | 01 Mark |
| NSS (at least one year)/NCC/Bharat Scout and Guide/Medal winner in National level sports | 01 Mark |
| BPL family having annual income below Rs. 40,000/- | 2.5 Marks |
| Widow/divorced/destitute/single woman | 01 Mark |
| Single daughter/Orphan | 1.5 Marks |
| Experience up to a maximum of 5 years in Govt./Semi-Govt. Organization | 2.5 Marks |
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