Bombay High Court, Original Side, Mumbai Mali/Madatnis Recruitment 2026 Notification has been released on 1 August 2026 on the official website of the Bombay High Court. A total of 2 vacancies have been announced through the Bombay High Court Mali/Madatnis Recruitment 2026, with one additional vacancy likely to arise within the next two years.
Candidates aged 18 to 38 years (43 years for Backward Class candidates) who have passed at least the 4th standard, possess a minimum of 3 years' experience in garden maintenance, and can read, write, and speak Marathi are eligible to apply for these Mali/Madatnis (Gardener/Helper) vacancies. The offline application process has started with the release of the notification on 1 August 2026 and will remain open until 20 August 2026.
Candidates can download the official notification PDF and apply offline through the direct links provided below in this article.
Bombay High Court Mali/ Helper Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF
The Bombay High Court, Original Side, Mumbai has officially released the Bombay High Court Mali/Madatnis Recruitment 2026 Notification dated 1 August 2026 for the recruitment of Mali/Madatnis (Gardener/Helper) posts in its establishment. The notification contains complete details regarding vacancies, eligibility criteria, educational qualifications, work experience, age limit, application fee, salary, selection process, required documents, important instructions, and the offline application procedure. Candidates are advised to read the official notification carefully before submitting their application. The notification is available on the official website of the Bombay High Court.
Bombay High Court Mali/ Helper Recruitment 2026 - Overview
The Bombay High Court, Original Side, Mumbai has issued a recruitment notification dated 1 August 2026 to prepare a selection list and waiting list of candidates for the post of Mali/Madatnis (Gardener/Helper) in its establishment. Interested and eligible candidates (male/female/other) can apply through the prescribed format by post. Below is a quick summary table.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Body | Bombay High Court, Original Side, Mumbai |
| Post Name | Mali/Madatnis (Gardener/Helper) |
| Total Vacancies | 2 (plus 1 likely to fall vacant in next 2 years) |
| Notification Date | 1 August 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 20 August 2026 (by Speed Post only) |
| Application Mode | Offline - by Speed Post only |
| Application Fee | Rs. 1,000/- (Demand Draft only) |
| Pay Scale | S-3: Rs. 16,600 - 52,400/- + DA and other admissible allowances |
| Selection Process | Practical Exam + Physical Fitness Test + Interview |
Bombay High Court Mali/ Helper Recruitment 2026 - Important Dates
- Notification Release Date: 1 August 2026
- Last Date for Receipt of Application (by Speed Post): 20 August 2026, or reach the office by this date
- Practical Exam / Physical Test / Interview Dates: Not mentioned in the official notification — to be published later on the official Bombay High Court website
Applications sent through any mode other than Speed Post, or received after the last date, will not be considered.
Bombay High Court Mali/ Helper Vacancy 2026 Details
| S. No. | Post Name | No. of Posts |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mali/Madatnis (Gardener/Helper) | 2 (1 additional post likely to fall vacant within the next 2 years) |
- Posts reserved for persons with disabilities (4%): Nil
- Selection list: 3 candidates
- Waiting list: 1 candidate
- This is an isolated post with no promotional avenues, as noted by the High Court.
Bombay High Court Mali/ Helper Recruitment 2026 - Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must fulfill all of the following conditions as on the last date of application.
Nationality
The candidate must be a citizen of India.
Educational Qualification
- Candidate must have passed at least the 4th standard (चौथी).
- Candidate must be able to read, write and speak Marathi.
Work Experience
Candidate must have a minimum of 3 years of experience in maintaining gardens, plants, trees and greenery in proper condition.
Bombay High Court Mali/ Helper 2026 Age Limit
| Category | Minimum Age | Maximum Age |
|---|---|---|
| Open (Unreserved) | 18 years | 38 years |
| Backward Class | 18 years | 43 years |
| Existing Court or Government Employees | 18 years | No upper age limit applicable |
Age will be calculated as on the date of publication of the notification (1 August 2026).
Bombay High Court Mali/ Helper 2026 Salary Structure
The selected candidate will be placed in Pay Level S-3 (Rs. 16,600 - 52,400/-), along with Dearness Allowance (DA) and other allowances admissible as per rules. Initial appointment will be on a probationary basis for a period of 2 years.
Bombay High Court Mali/ Helper Application Fee 2026
- Application fee: Rs. 1,000/- (Rupees One Thousand only) for all categories.
- Fee must be submitted only as a Demand Draft (DD) drawn in favour of "BOMBAY HIGH COURT ORIGINAL SIDE".
- Applications without the fee will not be considered.
- The fee is non-refundable.
- Only Demand Draft is accepted — no other mode of fee payment (online, cash, postal order, etc.) is valid.
How to Apply for Bombay High Court Mali/ Helper Recruitment 2026?
There is no online application portal mentioned in this notification. The application process is entirely offline, as described below:
- Download/obtain the prescribed application format (Appendix "A") given with the notification.
- Fill in all details accurately in your own handwriting/typed format as per the format.
- Attach self-attested photocopies of all required documents (listed below).
- Attach the Demand Draft of Rs. 1,000/- drawn in favour of "BOMBAY HIGH COURT ORIGINAL SIDE".
- Write "Application for Mali/Madatnis Post" on the envelope.
- Send the complete application only by Speed Post so that it reaches the address below on or before 20 August 2026:
Manager, Original Side, High Court, Mumbai
Pay and Establishment Department, 2nd Floor,
P.W.D. Building, Fort, Mumbai - 400032
Applications received through any mode other than Speed Post, or after the last date, will not be considered under any circumstances.
Bombay High Court Mali/ Helper Recruitment 2026 - Required Documents
- Proof of date of birth (School Leaving Certificate / Birth Certificate / SSC Board Certificate)
- Mark sheets and certificates of educational qualification (4th, 10th, 12th, or any recognised degree, as applicable)
- Certificate/proof of at least 3 years' experience in garden/plant maintenance
- Character certificates from two reputed persons, dated after the notification's publication date (with their address and phone number) — Appendix "B"
- Self-declaration regarding small family — Appendix "C"
- Caste certificate issued by a competent authority (only for backward class candidates)
- Maharashtra Domicile Certificate
- Employment Exchange registration certificate copy, if registered
- No Objection Certificate (NOC), if currently a government employee
- Gazette notification/marriage certificate for name change, if applicable (for married women candidates)
- Demand Draft of Rs. 1,000/- in favour of "BOMBAY HIGH COURT ORIGINAL SIDE"
- Any other document specifically requested by the Court administration
Bombay High Court Mali/ Helper Recruitment 2026 - Selection Process
| S. No. | Evaluation Method | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Practical Exam (garden maintenance related) — minimum qualifying marks: 15 | 30 |
| 2 | Physical Fitness Test | 10 |
| 3 | Personal Interview | 10 |
| 4 | Total Marks | 50 |
- Candidates who fail to secure qualifying marks in the practical exam will be disqualified from the remaining process.
- The schedule for all these tests will be published from time to time on the official Bombay High Court website.
- Candidates must appear for the practical exam, physical fitness test and interview at their own expense.
- Only original photo ID proof (Voter ID, PAN Card, Aadhaar Card, or Driving Licence) will be accepted at the time of the practical exam and interview.
Bombay High Court Mali/ Helper Recruitment 2026 - Important Instructions
- The application must be submitted strictly in the prescribed format (Appendix "A") attached with the notification.
- Candidates are responsible for filling in complete and accurate information in the application.
- Name, address, mobile number, email ID and date of birth must be entered exactly as per valid documents.
- Where marks are given in grades instead of percentage, candidates must obtain the marksheet with marks, total marks and percentage from the concerned school/board before applying offline, and submit it along with the application.
- If a candidate submits more than one application, only the last application will be considered for the fee already paid.
- Candidates called for interview must bring original documents for verification.
- The High Court administration reserves all rights regarding shortlisting, changing the exam pattern, postponing or cancelling the recruitment process, and no claim will be entertained in this regard.
- If any information given by a candidate is later found false or concealed, the candidature/appointment can be cancelled at any stage.
- Any attempt by a candidate to influence the selection committee directly or indirectly will lead to disqualification.
- Selected candidates will be appointed on probation for 2 years, during which services may be terminated at any time without notice or reason.
- This is an isolated post with no scope for future promotion; candidates should note this before applying.
- Merely applying does not entitle a candidate to an interview or appointment; higher educational qualification than prescribed will not be considered an advantage for selection.
Candidates who have passed the 4th standard and are looking for government jobs can also explore more 4th Pass Government Jobs and 10th Pass Government Jobs available across India. Applicants seeking opportunities in the judiciary can also check the latest High Court Recruitment and Court Jobs notifications. Candidates looking for government jobs in Maharashtra may also explore the latest Maharashtra Government Jobs, while those interested in gardening, maintenance, and support staff vacancies can browse more Gardener Jobs and Helper Recruitment opportunities matching their qualifications.
