Madhya Pradesh High Court, Jabalpur has released Advertisement No. 614/Pariksha/2026 (dated 14.08.2026) inviting online applications for direct recruitment to 1174 vacant posts of Assistant Grade-III in the District & Sessions Court establishments across Madhya Pradesh. Candidates with a graduation degree, CPCT score card and a computer diploma can apply online from 17.08.2026 to 15.09.2026.
⚡ QUICK FACTS
🎓 Eligibility
Graduate + CPCT/Computer Diploma
📌 Vacancies
1174 Posts
💰 Salary
₹19,500 – 62,000
🗓️ Last Date
15 September 2026
Recruitment Overview
Post Name
Assistant Grade-III (सहायक ग्रेड-III)
Organization
Madhya Pradesh High Court, Jabalpur (for District & Sessions Court establishments across MP)
Location
Madhya Pradesh (State Judiciary — reservation/age-relaxation benefits limited to MP domicile candidates; other-state candidates apply under Unreserved category)
Total Vacancies
1174 (see Vacancy Details table below)
Qualification
Graduation in any discipline + CPCT score card + 1-year Computer Diploma
Age Limit
18–40 years (Unreserved) as on 01.01.2026; relaxed up to 45 years for OBC/SC/ST/Women/PwD/MP contract employees
Selection Process
Online Preliminary Exam (100 marks) → Hindi Typing Skill Test (50 marks) → Document Verification
OBC / SC / ST / EWS (MP domicile only) & all PwD (Divyang) candidates
₹0 (exam fee) + ₹743.40 (portal charge) = ₹743.40
Fee once paid is non-refundable and non-adjustable. Payment must be completed via debit card or net banking before the final deadline.
Vacancy Details
Category
Vacancies
Unreserved (UR)
314
Scheduled Caste (SC)
153
Scheduled Tribe (ST)
181
OBC, EWS & other categories
See full breakup below
Main Result (87% of posts)
1021
Provisional Result (13% of posts)
153
Total Vacancies
1174
The notification also carries horizontal reservations within the above vacancies: 35% for women, 10% for ex-servicemen, and 6% for PwD/Divyang candidates (1.5% each for visually impaired, hearing impaired, locomotor disability, and multiple disabilities/autism/intellectual disability). Because of a pending Writ Petition (No. 5901/2019) challenging the OBC reservation increase from 14% to 27%, the High Court is declaring results in two parts — a main result for 87% of posts and a provisional result for the remaining 13% (subject to the outcome of the litigation). The complete category-wise breakup, including the full OBC/EWS split and horizontal-reservation numbers, is published in the vacancy table on page 2 of the official notification — please refer to it for exact category-wise figures beyond UR/SC/ST.
Eligibility Criteria
Criterion
Detail
Educational Qualification
Graduation in any discipline from a recognized university
Technical Qualification
CPCT score card (from MAP-IT or a recognized agency) AND a one-year Computer Diploma from a UGC/DOEACC/NIELIT/Govt. Polytechnic/Govt. ITI (COPA)-recognized institution (candidates with BE/MCA/BCA/B.Sc-IT/M.Sc-IT/M.Tech etc. are exempt from the separate diploma requirement)
Nationality
Must be an Indian citizen
Domicile / Application Restriction
Reservation and age-relaxation benefits apply only to original residents of Madhya Pradesh; candidates from other states must apply under the Unreserved category only
Marital Status
Candidates with more than one living spouse are not eligible
Family Restriction
Candidates with more than two children (where one child was born on/after 26.01.2001) are not eligible, per MP Civil Service (General Conditions of Service) Rules, 1961
Age Relaxation (as on 01.01.2026)
Category
Maximum Age
MP & other-state male applicants (Unreserved)
40 years
MP state male applicants (EWS)
40 years
MP state male & female applicants (OBC/SC/ST) — other-state candidates in these categories are treated as Unreserved
45 years
MP state govt./corporation/board/autonomous-body employees & Home Guards
45 years
MP & other-state all women, and all PwD/Divyang candidates
45 years
Ex-servicemen
Military service period deducted from age; resulting age not to exceed the maximum limit by more than 3 years
MP High Court/District Court contract employees (minimum 5 years in an equivalent or higher post)
Age relaxed equal to contract service period, subject to a maximum age of 55 years
Selection Process
Stage
Details
Stage 1: Online Preliminary Exam
100 MCQs / 100 marks, 120 minutes, held online at centres across MP (Jabalpur, Bhopal, Indore, Gwalior, Sagar, Satna, Ujjain, etc.). This is a screening-only stage — marks are not carried forward to the final result. Candidates are shortlisted at approximately a 1:5 ratio per category (all candidates tied at the cut-off are included, even beyond the 1:5 ratio) to qualify for the Skill Test.
Stage 2: Hindi Typing Skill Test
Computer-based Hindi typing test on a Remington Gail keyboard layout, approximately 350 words to be typed in 10 minutes, 50 marks. 0.50 marks are deducted per missed word/error and 0.10 marks per backspace used. Minimum qualifying marks: 55% for UR/OBC, 45% for SC, 40% for ST/PwD, and 49.5% for EWS. This stage decides the final merit.
Stage 3: Document Verification & District Allotment
Document and background verification of Skill-Test-qualified candidates, followed by counseling-based district allotment based on category-wise merit and district-wise vacancy availability. Candidates do not have the right to choose a specific district or post.
Exam Pattern (Online Preliminary Exam)
Total duration: 120 minutes (2 hours). The notification does not specify negative marking for the Preliminary Exam MCQs (deductions apply only to the Skill Test typing evaluation, detailed above).
Part / Subject
No. of Questions
Marks
Medium
General Knowledge + General Studies (incl. GK of MP)
20
20
Hindi & English
Maths + Logical Reasoning
20
20
Hindi & English
General Hindi
20
20
Hindi
English Knowledge
20
20
English
Computer Knowledge
20
20
English
Total
100
100
Salary and Benefits
Component
Detail
Pay Scale (6th CPC)
₹5200–20200 + Grade Pay ₹1900
Pay Matrix (7th CPC)
₹19,500–62,000
The notification does not itemize DA/HRA or other allowances separately; standard Madhya Pradesh Government employee allowances and benefits apply as per applicable rules.
How to Apply
Visit www.mphc.gov.in and click “Recruitment/Result”, then “Online Application Forms/Admit Cards” — this opens 4 links: Advertisement, Registration, Application, and Edit Application.
Click “Advertisement” and read the full notification carefully before proceeding.
Click “Registration” and enter the required details; a User ID and Password will be sent to your registered mobile number and email ID.
Log in via the “Application” link, complete the form, and upload your photo and signature. Preview the form carefully, then click Submit.
Pay the application fee online via debit card or net banking, and download/print your application form for future reference.
Note: Offline/postal applications are not accepted. Corrections after the final submission are allowed only through the “Edit Application” link during the correction window (19.09.2026–21.09.2026), and only for details entered in the Application form — not the Registration form.
Documents Required
Document
Format / Notes
Educational qualification certificates & mark sheets (Graduation)
Self-attested copy; mandatory with application — missing this leads to automatic rejection
CPCT score card / Computer Diploma certificate
Self-attested copy; mandatory with application
Category certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS), if applicable
Self-attested copy; MP-domicile proof required for reservation benefit
PwD/Divyang certificate, if applicable
Self-attested copy
No Objection Certificate (NOC)
Mandatory for candidates currently working in govt./PSU/autonomous bodies
No Dues Certificate & No Enquiry Certificate
Mandatory at appointment stage for candidates resigning from a government post
Passport-size photograph & signature
To be uploaded in the prescribed format during online application
Government-issued ID proof, age proof
General guidance — not itemized in the notification; keep ready for verification
Fill the online form and pay the fee well before the 15.09.2026 deadline — server or banking issues near the last moment will not be grounds for a late submission.
The correction window (19.09.2026–21.09.2026) only lets you edit details entered in the Application form, not the Registration form — enter registration details carefully the first time.
Attach every required educational and technical qualification document with your application; missing even one leads to outright rejection with no appeal.
Only Madhya Pradesh domicile candidates can claim category reservation and age relaxation — candidates from other states must apply and compete under the Unreserved category only.
There is no re-checking or re-evaluation for the Skill Test typing score, and no re-exam is allowed at any stage — focus on accuracy during the typing test itself.
Selected candidates must execute a ₹2 lakh service bond and serve a minimum of 3 years; resigning early makes the full bond amount recoverable.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. What is the last date to apply for MP High Court Assistant Grade-III Recruitment 2026?
Online applications, including fee payment, can be submitted till 15 September 2026, 5:00 PM.
Q2. How many vacancies are there in this recruitment?
There are 1174 vacancies for Assistant Grade-III (1021 under the main result and 153 under a provisional result pending an OBC-reservation court case).
Q3. What is the educational qualification required?
A graduation degree in any discipline from a recognized university, plus a CPCT score card and a one-year computer diploma.
Q4. What is the age limit for this recruitment?
Candidates must be at least 18 years old as on 01.01.2026; the upper age limit is 40 years for Unreserved category and up to 45 years for OBC/SC/ST/women/PwD/MP government contract employees.
Q5. What is the application fee?
₹943.40 (₹200 exam fee + ₹743.40 portal charge) for Unreserved and outside-MP candidates; ₹743.40 (portal charge only) for MP-domicile OBC/SC/ST/EWS and all PwD candidates.
Q6. How can candidates apply for this recruitment?
Only online, through www.mphc.gov.in under Recruitment/Result → Online Application Forms/Admit Cards. Offline or postal applications are not accepted.
Q7. What is the selection process?
An Online Preliminary Exam (100 marks, screening only) followed by a Hindi Typing Skill Test (50 marks, ~350 words in 10 minutes), which decides the final merit.
Q8. Is there any service bond for selected candidates?
Yes — selected candidates must execute a ₹2 lakh bond and serve a minimum of 3 years; leaving early makes the bond amount recoverable.
Disclaimer: The information above has been compiled from the official notification for the convenience of job seekers. Candidates are advised to verify all details from the official website before applying.
