The High Court of Judicature at Patna has released the Patna High Court Ex-Cadre Assistant Recruitment 2026 notification (Advertisement No. PHC/03/2026) on its official website. A total of 68 Ex-Cadre Assistant (Group-C) vacancies have been announced through the Patna High Court Recruitment 2026. Eligible candidates can submit their online applications from 28-07-2026 to 27-08-2026.
Candidates 18 to 37 years (UR/EWS Male; age relaxation applicable for reserved categories as per rules) who possess a Graduation degree in any discipline along with a Diploma/Certificate in Computer Application of at least six months are eligible to apply for these Ex-Cadre Assistant (Group-C) vacancies. The online application process for Patna High Court Ex-Cadre Assistant Recruitment 2026 has started on 28-07-2026 and will remain open until 27-08-2026.
Candidates can download the official Patna High Court Ex-Cadre Assistant Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF and apply online through the direct links provided below in this article.
Patna High Court Ex-Cadre Assistant Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF Out
The High Court of Judicature at Patna has released the Patna High Court Ex-Cadre Assistant Recruitment 2026 Notification under Advertisement No. PHC/03/2026 for 68 Ex-Cadre Assistant (Group-C) vacancies. The official notification contains complete details regarding vacancies, eligibility criteria, age limit, selection process, exam pattern, application fee, salary, and important dates. Eligible candidates can submit their online applications from 28 July 2026 to 27 August 2026 through the official website. Candidates can use the direct links below to download the notification PDF and apply online.
- Download Offical Notification PDF for Patna High Court Ex-Cadre Assistant 2026
- Direct Link to Apply Online for Patna High Court Ex-Cadre Assistant Recruitment 2026
- Official Website
Patna High Court Recruitment 2026 - Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | High Court of Judicature at Patna |
| Post Name | Ex-Cadre Assistant (Group-C) |
| Advertisement No. | PHC/03/2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 68 |
| Pay Scale | Level-4 (₹25,500 – ₹81,100), 7th PRC + allowances |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start Date | 28.07.2026 |
| Application Last Date | 27.08.2026 |
| Official Website | https://patnahighcourt.gov.in |
Patna High Court Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Commencement of online application | 28.07.2026 |
| Last date for submission of online application | 27.08.2026 |
| Last date for online fee payment | 30.08.2026 (link disabled on 28.08.2026; reactivated on 29.08.2026 and 30.08.2026 only for candidates who applied by 27.08.2026) |
| Date of Examination | To be notified later |
Patna High Court Ex-Cadre Assistant Vacancy 2026
A total of 68 vacancies are notified. Vacancy numbers are tentative and subject to change at any stage of the selection process.
| S. No. | Post Name | No. of Posts |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ex-Cadre Assistant | 68 (UR-29, SC-11, ST-01, EBC-12, BC-08, EWS-07) |
Out of the 68 posts, 03 posts are reserved under 4% horizontal reservation for Locomotor Disabled candidates. 35% of posts are horizontally reserved for women candidates, subject to being permanent residents of Bihar.
Patna High Court Ex-Cadre Assistant Eligibility Criteria
Nationality
- A citizen of India, or
- A Tibetan refugee who came to India before 1st January 1972 with the intention of permanently settling in India, or
- A person of Indian origin who has migrated from Pakistan, Burma, Sri Lanka, or the East African countries of Tanzania and Zambia with the intention of permanently settling in India (subject to a certificate of eligibility from the State Government)
Character and Marital Status
Candidates must be suitable in character for appointment as decided by the Appointing Authority. Persons terminated/dismissed by Government or convicted of serious offences are ineligible. A male candidate with more than one living wife, or a female candidate married to a man with a living wife, is not eligible.
Physical Fitness
Candidates must be in good mental and physical health, supported by a medical fitness certificate from a Medical Officer not below the rank of Deputy Superintendent of a Government Hospital at the time of joining. Orthopedically Handicapped (Locomotor Disabled) candidates are exempted only to the extent of their disability.
Patna High Court Ex-Cadre Assistant Educational Qualification
As on 01.01.2026, candidates must possess:
- Graduation in any discipline from a recognized University/Institution
- Diploma/Certificate of at least a six-month course in Computer Application from a recognized institution
Preferential Qualification
Candidates who have served in the Territorial Army for a minimum of two years, or who hold a 'B' certificate of the National Cadet Corps, shall be given preference at the interview stage, other things being equal.
Candidates who have completed their graduation in any discipline can also explore more Graduate Government Jobs and Computer Diploma Jobs available across India.
Patna High Court Ex-Cadre Assistant Age Limit 2026
A candidate must not be below 18 years of age as on 1st January 2026 (not born later than 01.01.2008). Category-wise upper age limits are as follows:
| Category | Maximum Age | Not born earlier than |
|---|---|---|
| Unreserved & EWS (Male) | 37 years | 02.01.1989 |
| Unreserved & EWS (Female) | 40 years | 02.01.1986 |
| BC/EBC (Male & Female) | 40 years | 02.01.1986 |
| SC/ST (Male & Female) | 42 years | 02.01.1984 |
Age Relaxation
- Central/Bihar Government employees: 5 years
- Locomotor Disabled candidates: additional 10 years (subject to Disability Certificate)
- No upper age limit for persons already serving in the High Court establishment, on daily wages, in subordinate courts, or on deputation
- Caste/category-based age relaxation applies only to permanent residents of Bihar, subject to Domicile and Caste/NCL Certificates
Patna High Court Ex-Cadre Assistant Reservation Policy
Vertical Reservation
| Category | Percentage of Reservation |
|---|---|
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16% |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1% |
| Extremely Backward Classes (EBC) | 18% |
| Backward Classes (BC) | 12% |
| Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) | 10% |
Horizontal Reservation
| Category | Percentage of Reservation |
|---|---|
| Women Candidates | 35% |
| Locomotor Disabled Candidates | 4% |
Horizontal reservation benefits for women and Locomotor Disabled candidates are granted only to permanent residents of Bihar. Only candidates with not less than 40% relevant disability are eligible under the Locomotor Disabled quota.
Patna High Court Ex-Cadre Assistant Selection Process 2026
- Preliminary/Screening Test (only if the number of applicants is high)
- Written Test
- Computer Proficiency Test
- Interview
The final merit list is prepared based on marks secured in the Written Test and Interview only. Preliminary Test marks are used solely for shortlisting.
Minimum Qualifying Marks
| Stage | Minimum Qualifying Marks |
|---|---|
| Preliminary Test (if conducted) | 40% |
| Written Test | 40% |
| Computer Proficiency Test | 40% |
| Interview | 30% |
Exam Pattern
| Stage | Section | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Preliminary Test | General English | 20 | 20 | 60 min |
| Reasoning & Quantitative Aptitude | 20 | 20 | ||
| General Awareness | 10 | 10 | ||
| Total | 50 | 50 | ||
| Written Test | General English | 30 | 30 | 90 min |
| Reasoning & Quantitative Aptitude | 30 | 30 | ||
| General Awareness | 20 | 20 | ||
| General Hindi | 10 | 10 | ||
| Computer Awareness | 10 | 10 | ||
| Total | 100 | 100 | ||
| Computer Proficiency Test | Word Processing | 20 | 20 | 30 min |
| Spread Sheets | 20 | 20 | ||
| Internet Proficiency | 10 | 10 | ||
| Total | 50 | 50 | ||
| Interview | - | - | 10 | - |
There is negative marking of 0.25 marks for each wrong answer in the Preliminary Test and Written Test.
Shortlisting ratios: 10 times the number of vacancies for the Written Test (if a Preliminary Test is held), 6 times for the Computer Proficiency Test, and 3 times for the Interview, based on the model roster point and reservation policy.
Patna High Court Ex-Cadre Assistant Salary Structure
Selected candidates will be placed in Level-4 (₹25,500/- to ₹81,100/-) of the pay matrix under the 7th Pay Revision Committee, plus usual allowances as admissible, initially on probation for one year.
Patna High Court Recruitment 2026 Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| Unreserved/BC/EBC/EWS | ₹1500/- |
| SC/ST/Locomotor Disabled | ₹750/- |
Fee must be paid online only and is non-refundable. The concessional fee for SC/ST/Locomotor Disabled applies only to permanent residents of Bihar, subject to Domicile, Category, and (where applicable) Medical Certificates.
Patna High Court Ex-Cadre Assistant Documents Required
- Scanned signature
- Matriculation (10th) Certificate and Marksheet
- Graduation (Degree) Certificate and Marksheet
- Diploma/Certificate of six-month Computer Application course
- No-Objection Certificate (if applicable)
- Valid Photo Identity Proof
- Domicile Certificate (if applicable)
- Caste/Non-Creamy Layer/EWS Certificate (if applicable)
- Disability Certificate (for Locomotor Disabled candidates)
- Identity Card of Patna High Court or subordinate courts (if applicable)
How to Apply Online for Patna High Court Ex-Cadre Assistant Recruitment 2026?
- Visit the "Recruitments" tab on the official website of Patna High Court (https://patnahighcourt.gov.in)
- Click on "Ex-Cadre Assistant Recruitment Examination, 2026"
- Click on "Apply Online" and then "New Registration"
- Fill in Full Name, Father's Name, Mother's Name, Gender, Reservation Category, Date of Birth, Mobile Number, and Email ID (data cannot be changed after submission)
- Login using the Registration Number and Password sent via SMS/Email
- Fill in Personal Details and Education Details, and submit each section
- Capture a live photograph as per the specified guidelines
- Upload the scanned signature and required documents/certificates
- Preview the application on the Print Preview Page and verify all details
- Pay the applicable application fee online to finally submit the form
- Take a printout of the finally submitted application form for future reference
Patna High Court Ex-Cadre Assistant Recruitment 2026 Important Instructions
- Signature size: 50–80 KB, JPG/JPEG only; other documents: 100–300 KB, JPG/JPEG/PDF only
- Admit Cards will be issued only through the official website and will not be sent individually
- Mobile phones and other communication devices are not allowed inside the examination premises
- Candidates already employed in Government/PSU organizations must apply after seeking employer permission and must produce a No-Objection Certificate at the time of Interview
- Candidates who have changed their name after Matriculation must submit a notarized affidavit, newspaper publication proof, and Gazette Notification at document verification
- Candidates must disclose any criminal or departmental proceedings; concealment may lead to disqualification
- No provision exists for re-evaluation, re-checking, or scrutiny of the answer sheet/score
- No Scribe or extra time is provided for Locomotor Disabled candidates in any stage of the examination
- RTI applications will not be entertained during the recruitment process; factual information will be provided only after the final result is declared
- All disputes relating to this recruitment fall within the jurisdiction of the High Court of Judicature at Patna only
Patna High Court Ex-Cadre Assistant Recruitment 2026 Exam Centres
Examination centres are tentatively proposed in the following cities/districts of Bihar: Arrah, Bhagalpur, Darbhanga, Muzaffarpur, Patna, and Purnea. Candidates must indicate three cities in order of preference; requests for change of centre will not be entertained later.
Candidates looking for more opportunities in the judiciary sector can also explore the latest Court Recruitment Jobs across India. Applicants searching for openings within Bihar can check Bihar Government Jobs for upcoming vacancies. Those based in Patna can also browse more Patna Government Jobs matching their qualification.
