Himachal Pradesh High Court has released advertisement number HC-Advt./2026 (3) announcing 15 vacancies for Librarian, Peon, Mali, and Cook-cum-Attendant posts. Eligibility requirements vary by post, with qualifications ranging from Matriculation to Graduation with a Library Science degree or diploma alongside required experience. Eligible candidates can submit their online applications from 27 September 2026 until the closing date of 27 October 2026, which is also the last date for fee payment. The selection process involves a written test for Librarian, shortlisting for Group-D posts based on Matriculation marks, followed by evaluation and document verification.
HP High Court – Quick Summary
- Who is recruiting?: High Court of Himachal Pradesh, Shimla
- Which posts?: Librarian, Peon, Mali, Cook-cum-Attendant
- How many vacancies?: 15
- Who can apply?: Eligible Indian Nationals meeting post-specific qualifications
- Application start date: 27 September 2026
- Last date: 27 October 2026 at 11:59 PM
- Application mode: Online
- Job location: Himachal Pradesh
HP High Court Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | High Court of Himachal Pradesh, Shimla |
| Advertisement No. | HC-Advt./2026 (3) |
| Post Name(s) | Librarian, Peon, Mali, and Cook-cum-Attendant |
| Total Vacancies | 15 |
| Pay | Pay Level 01 and Pay Level 09 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Job Location | Himachal Pradesh |
| Official Website | https://highcourt.hp.gov.in/ |
HP High Court Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Opening date of Online Application | 27.09.2026 |
| Closing date of Online Application & Fee | 27.10.2026 at 11:59 PM |
HP High Court Vacancy Details (Post-wise)
A total of 15 vacancies are notified under advertisement number HC-Advt./2026 (3).
| Sl. No. | Particular of Post(s) | Vacancies (Category-wise) | Pay Matrix |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Librarian (Group-C) (Regular) | Total Post(s): 01 (One)01-UR | Pay Level 09 i.e., Rs. 35,600/- 1,12,800/- of the pay Matrix |
| 2 | Peon (Group-D) (Regular) | Total Post(s): 08 (Eight)01-UR, 02-SC, 01-ST, 01-OBC, 01-EWS, 02-PH | Pay Level 01 i.e., Rs. 18,000/- 56,900/- of the pay Matrix |
| 3 | Mali (Group-D) (Regular) | Total Post(s): 02 (Two)01-UR, 01-ST | Pay Level 01 i.e., Rs. 18,000/- 56,900/- of the pay Matrix |
| 4 | Cook-cum-Attendant (Group-D) (Regular) | Total Post(s): 04 (Four)02-UR, 01-SC, 01-EWS | Pay Level 01 i.e., Rs. 18,000/- 56,900/- of the pay Matrix |
HP High Court Eligibility Criteria
Nationality
Candidates for appointment must be an Indian National and possess requisite education and other qualifications as prescribed under R&P Rules, 2015 as on the date of submission of online application.
HP High Court Qualification
| Post | Qualification Required |
|---|---|
| Librarian (Group-C) | Graduation with post graduate diploma in Library Science or Bachelor or Master's degree in Library Science. Must have experience of 3 years as Library Attendant or on higher post in the related field in any reputed organization including public institution. |
| Peon (Group-D) | Must have passed Matriculation from a recognized Board. |
| Mali (Group-D) | Must have passed Matriculation from a recognized Board, along with 3 years' experience in gardening, etc. |
| Cook-cum-Attendant (Group-D) | Must have passed Matriculation from a recognized Board, along with 3 years' experience in a govt. undertaking or reputed hotel in cooking. Preference shall be given to persons acquainted with local customs and dialects where to be deployed. |
HP High Court Age Limit
Age of the candidates shall be reckoned as on 01.01.2026.
| Category(ies) | Age for all advertised posts |
|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR) and EWS | between 18 to 45 years |
| Reserved categories of HP, if the post is reserved for a particular category | between 18 to 50* years |
| HP Govt. employees | between 18 to 50* years |
Age Relaxation
*Five years relaxation in upper age limit is admissible only to the bonafide SC, ST, OBC of HP and persons with benchmark disabilities of HP, in case a post is reserved for these categories. Age relaxation for HP Govt. employees is also admissible as per orders/directions of the Hon'ble High Court of H.P. and instructions of the Government of HP issued from time to time.
HP High Court Salary
| Post | Pay Level / Pay |
|---|---|
| Librarian (Group-C) | Pay Level 09 (Rs. 35,600/- - 1,12,800/-) |
| Peon, Mali, Cook-cum-Attendant (Group-D) | Pay Level 01 (Rs. 18,000/- - 56,900/-) |
HP High Court Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR) | Rs. 450/- (including GST) |
| Reserved Categories of H.P. (i.e., SC, ST, OBC & EWS) | Rs. 300/- (including GST) |
| PH Categories of H.P. (if the post is reserved for the PH category) | Rs. 300/- (including GST) |
The fee shall have to be paid ONLY through ONLINE MODE and the fee once paid shall not be refunded to the candidate, in any case.
HP High Court Selection Process
The selection process varies by post group as per R&P Rules, 2015.
Librarian Selection Process
Recruitment is based on a competitive examination as per Schedule-IV (Part-G) of the R&P Rules, 2015. Final Merit List shall be drawn on the basis of marks obtained in the written test.
Group-D Posts Selection Process (Peon, Mali, Cook-cum-Attendant)
Candidates will be shortlisted in the ratio 1:3 for Evaluation/Document Verification on the basis of marks obtained in Matriculation (calculated out of 85 marks based on percentage) and 15 marks awarded for evaluation of documents. Final merit list shall be drawn on the basis of marks obtained in educational qualification and evaluation.
How to Apply for HP High Court Recruitment
- Visit the official recruitment portal at https://highcourt.hp.gov.in/ or https://www.hphcrecruitment.in/login.
- Ensure eligibility in respect of essential qualification, category, age, and experience before applying.
- Fill out the online application form with the required personal and educational details.
- Upload scanned copies of required documents including photo, signature, matric certificate, ID proof, and other certificates in specified size and formats.
- Pay the examination fee through online mode.
- Submit the online application form on or before 27 October 2026 at 11:59 PM.
- Take a printout or screenshot of the successfully submitted application for your record.
Documents Required
- Colour recent photograph (20 to 50 KB in JPG/JPEG/PNG on white background)
- Signature of candidate (10 to 20 KB in JPG/JPEG/PNG on white background)
- Matric Certificate as age proof (100 to 500 KB in JPG/JPEG/PNG)
- ID Proof such as Aadhaar, DL, or Passport (100 to 500 KB in JPG/JPEG/PNG)
- Other Certificates/Documents (100 KB to 2 MB in PDF format)
- Category/Bonafide/Experience certificates issued by competent authorities where applicable
HP High Court Important Instructions
- Applications are acceptable ONLY IN ONLINE MODE. Applications received through any other mode will be rejected straightway.
- The experience and qualification shall be reckoned as on the date of submission of online application.
- Candidates already in government or semi-government service must submit their online application through proper channel along with an NOC addressed to the Registrar General within 15 days from the last date.
- The category once claimed shall be treated final and no representation will be entertained. Expired category certificates will be considered under the UR category.
- Re-checking or re-evaluation of answer sheets at any stage is not allowed.
- Eligible candidates will be informed through SMS alerts and emails regarding test schedules; no separate call letters will be sent by post.
HP High Court Important Links
| Link | Details |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF | Detailed Advertisement Notice |
| Official Website | High Court of Himachal Pradesh Website |
