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MP High Court Assistant Grade-III Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 1174 Posts

Madhya Pradesh High Court, Jabalpur

Madhya Pradesh High Court, Jabalpur has announced direct recruitment for 1,174 Assistant Grade-III posts in the District & Sessions Courts of Madhya Pradesh. Eligible graduates with the prescribed CPCT and computer qualification can apply online from 17 August to 15 September 2026. The selection includes an online preliminary examination followed by a Hindi typing skill test.

Vacancies
1174 Posts
Salary
₹19,500 – ₹62,000 per month
Qualification
Graduation
Last Date
15 September 2026

Vacancy Details

Organization NameMadhya Pradesh High Court, Jabalpur
Examination NameMP High Court Assistant Grade-III Recruitment 2026
Post NameAssistant Grade-III
Total Vacancies1174 Posts
Job TypeState Govt
Application ModeOnline
LocationMadhya Pradesh

Important Dates

EventDate
Notification Date14 August 2026
Online Application Start17 August 2026
Online Application Start Time17 August 2026
Online Application Last Date with Fee Payment15 September 2026
Online Application Last Time15 September 2026
Error Correction Window Start19 September 2026
Error Correction Window End21 September 2026
Age Reckoning Date01 January 2026

Eligibility Criteria

Qualification: Graduation

Candidate must be a citizen of India. Candidate must have Graduation in any discipline from a recognized University. Candidate must possess a CPCT Score Card, with the examination passed through MAP-IT or another agency/institution recognized by the Madhya Pradesh Government. Candidate must have a one-year Diploma in Computer Application from an institution recognized by the Madhya Pradesh Government. The notification/source lists several acceptable computer-qualification alternatives, including eligible UGC-recognized computer diplomas, DOEACC/NIELIT qualifications, Government Polytechnic Modern Office Management course, COPA certificate from Government ITI, B.E. CSE/IT, MCA, BCA, M.Sc. IT/CS, B.Sc. IT/CS, M.Tech, M.E. and eligible AICTE-approved Polytechnic Diplomas. All required qualifications must have been obtained on or before the last date of online application. A B.Sc./B.Com degree containing only a single computer subject is not ordinarily valid by itself; the source mentions a specific exception/equivalence where IT/Computer Science studied alongside other subjects is confirmed through the marksheet.

Age Limit & Relaxation

Minimum Age: 18 Years. Maximum Age: 40 Years

CategoryAge Relaxation
MP & Other-State Male UnreservedMaximum 40 Years
MP State Male EWSMaximum 40 Years
MP State Male & Female OBC/SC/STMaximum 45 Years
MP Government/Corporation/Board/Autonomous Body Employees & Home GuardsMaximum 45 Years
All Women Candidates (MP & Other States)Maximum 45 Years
All PwD CandidatesMaximum 45 Years
Ex-ServicemenActual military service period deducted from age; resulting eligible age cannot exceed applicable upper age limit by more than 3 years
MP High Court/District Court Contractual Employees with 5+ Years ServiceRelaxation equal to contractual service period, subject to resulting age not exceeding 55 years

Salary Structure

ComponentAmount
6th Pay Commission₹5,200 – ₹20,200 + Grade Pay ₹1,900
7th Pay Commission Pay Matrix₹19,500 – ₹62,000

Application Fee

CategoryFee
Category not specified in provided source₹943.40
Category not specified in provided source₹743.40

Documents Required

  • Graduation Mark Sheet(s)
  • Graduation Degree Certificate
  • CPCT Score Card
  • One-Year Computer Application Diploma Certificate
  • Birth Date Proof
  • Category Certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS), where applicable
  • Disability Certificate, where applicable
  • Ex-Servicemen Documents, where applicable
  • No Objection Certificate for eligible government/PSU/autonomous-body employees
  • Physical Fitness Certificate from District Medical Board
  • Recent Passport-Size Photograph
  • Signature

Selection Process

  1. 1Online Preliminary Examination
  2. 2Hindi Typing Skill Test

Exam Pattern

SectionQuestionsMarksDuration
G.K. + G.S. including G.K. of MP2020120 Minutes Total
Maths + Logical Reasoning2020120 Minutes Total
General Hindi2020120 Minutes Total
English Knowledge2020120 Minutes Total
Computer Knowledge2020120 Minutes Total
Total100100120 Minutes
The preliminary examination is MCQ-based, with 1 mark per question.
Hindi Typing Skill Test:
SECTIONQUESTIONSMARKSDURATION
Hindi Typing (~350 words)Not Applicable5010 Minutes

The online preliminary examination consists of 100 multiple-choice questions carrying 100 marks and has a total duration of 120 minutes. It covers General Knowledge & General Science, Maths & Logical Reasoning, General Hindi, English Knowledge and Computer Knowledge. Candidates are shortlisted for the Hindi typing test based on preliminary-exam merit, approximately in a 1:5 ratio per category, with candidates obtaining equal marks at the cut-off also included. Preliminary marks are used for screening and are not carried forward to the final result. The Hindi typing test is conducted on a computer using the Remington Gail keyboard layout in unrestricted mode. Approximately 350 words are to be typed in 10 minutes. There is a deduction of 0.50 marks for each skipped word/error and 0.10 marks for each backspace. Minimum qualifying marks for the skill test are 55% for General & OBC, 45% for SC, 40% for ST & PwD, and 49.5% for EWS.

Syllabus

The provided source specifies the five preliminary-examination sections but does not provide a more detailed topic-by-topic syllabus within those sections. For the typing stage, candidates should specifically note the prescribed Remington Gail keyboard layout, 10-minute duration and approximately 350-word typing requirement. The source also specifies deductions for skipped words/errors and backspaces.

How To Apply

Visit the official Madhya Pradesh High Court website at www.mphc.gov.in. Open the “Recruitment/Result” section. Select “Online Application Forms/Admit Cards”. Find the MP High Court Assistant Grade-III Recruitment 2026 recruitment. Open the Advertisement link and carefully read all instructions before proceeding. Select Registration and enter the required personal and other details. Complete the registration process and note the User-ID and Password received on your registered mobile number/email. Login through the Application link and fill in the complete application form. Upload the required photograph and signature in the prescribed manner. Carefully preview all entered information before submitting the application. Pay the prescribed application fee through the available online payment facility. After successful submission and payment, download/print the application form for future reference. If any permissible correction is required, use the Edit Application facility only during the notified correction window from 19 September 2026 to 21 September 2026.

Important Instructions

The application must be submitted online only through the MP High Court website. The application is considered complete only after successful payment of the prescribed fee within the specified deadline. An unsuccessful or incomplete fee transaction may result in automatic rejection of the application. Candidates should complete the application and fee payment well before the closing time to avoid technical or server-related issues. The online application closes on 15 September 2026 at 5:00 PM. The application correction facility is available only during the notified correction period of 19–21 September 2026. Fee-related entries cannot be corrected after submission of the relevant fee fields. All required educational qualifications must have been obtained on or before the last date of online application. Candidates from outside Madhya Pradesh are treated as Unreserved for the applicable reservation provisions. Candidates must provide accurate information regarding date of birth, qualification, reservation and other required details. Government employees already in service must submit the required No Objection Certificate from their department. Concealment of information regarding a pending or decided criminal case can lead to disqualification. Selected candidates have to execute a ₹2,00,000 service bond and undertake a minimum 3-year service commitment, subject to the conditions mentioned in the source. Candidates must submit a physical fitness certificate from the District Medical Board within the specified period after appointment. Mobile phones, Bluetooth devices, Wi-Fi devices, smart watches, smart glasses, calculators and other electronic/communication devices are prohibited inside the examination premises. Malpractice, impersonation, forged documents or misconduct may result in disqualification and further action. Passing the examination alone does not guarantee appointment; final appointment remains subject to document and other required verification.

Job Description

MP High Court Assistant Grade-III Recruitment 2026 Introduction The Madhya Pradesh High Court, Jabalpur has announced direct recruitment for Assistant Grade-III posts in the establishments of the District and Sessions Courts of Madhya Pradesh. A total of 1,174 vacancies have been notified under Advertisement No. 614/परीक्षा/2026. Applications are being accepted through the online mode only. The application process starts on 17 August 2026 at 12:00 PM and continues until 15 September 2026 at 5:00 PM. The preliminary examination date will be announced separately by the High Court. Vacancy Overview The recruitment includes 1,174 Assistant Grade-III posts. The category-wise vacancy distribution is: Unreserved: 314 OBC: 325 SC: 181 ST: 236 EWS: 118 The source specifies that horizontal reservations are included within these category totals. Eligibility Candidates must be Indian citizens and should possess graduation in any discipline from a recognized university. The recruitment also requires the prescribed CPCT Score Card and a one-year recognized Computer Application diploma or an accepted equivalent computer qualification. The source lists several acceptable computer qualifications, including specified B.E., MCA, BCA, M.Sc., B.Sc., M.Tech, M.E. and other recognized computer-related qualifications. Candidates should verify their exact qualification against the recruitment requirements before submitting the application. All required qualifications must be obtained by the last date of online application. Providing incorrect information or withholding material information can result in cancellation of candidature. Age Limit The minimum required age is 18 years as on 01 January 2026. The maximum age is generally 40 years or 45 years, depending on the candidate's category, gender and residency. Separate provisions are available for eligible ex-servicemen and qualifying contractual employees. Candidates should carefully check the applicable age provision before applying because reservation and maximum-age relaxation provisions are specifically stated to apply to original residents of Madhya Pradesh. Salary The Assistant Grade-III position carries a 7th Pay Commission Pay Matrix of ₹19,500–₹62,000. The recruitment information also gives the corresponding 6th Pay Commission scale as ₹5,200–₹20,200 plus Grade Pay ₹1,900. Selection Process The recruitment follows a two-stage selection structure: Stage 1 – Online Preliminary Examination The preliminary examination contains 100 MCQs carrying 100 marks and has a duration of 120 minutes. The examination includes GK & GS including MP GK, Maths & Logical Reasoning, General Hindi, English Knowledge and Computer Knowledge. Stage 2 – Hindi Typing Skill Test Shortlisted candidates appear for a 50-mark Hindi typing test. Approximately 350 words have to be typed in 10 minutes using the prescribed Remington Gail keyboard layout. The source specifies deductions for errors, skipped words and backspace usage. The preliminary examination is used for screening, while candidates qualifying according to the prescribed criteria proceed to the skill-test stage. Application Process Candidates should first visit the official MP High Court website and open the Recruitment/Result section. They should then access Online Application Forms/Admit Cards, select the Assistant Grade-III recruitment and read the advertisement carefully. After registration, candidates can log in through the application link, complete the form, upload the required photograph and signature, preview the details and submit the application. The prescribed fee must then be paid successfully. Candidates should download and retain the final application printout. The Edit Application option can be used during the specified 19–21 September 2026 correction window. Important Dates Notification Date: 14 August 2026 Application Start: 17 August 2026 at 12:00 PM Last Date: 15 September 2026 at 5:00 PM Correction Window: 19 September to 21 September 2026 Preliminary Examination: To be notified separately Important Conditions Candidates should carefully follow all recruitment conditions. Selected candidates are required to execute a ₹2,00,000 bond and complete a minimum service commitment of three years, subject to the conditions specified in the recruitment information. District/post allotment is conducted through counselling based on category-wise merit and vacancy availability. Candidates should also be aware that electronic devices such as mobile phones, Bluetooth devices, Wi-Fi devices, smart watches, smart glasses and calculators are prohibited inside examination premises. Conclusion The MP High Court Assistant Grade-III Recruitment 2026 is a recruitment opportunity for eligible graduates who satisfy the prescribed CPCT and computer-qualification requirements. With 1,174 vacancies, the recruitment covers Assistant Grade-III positions in the District and Sessions Courts of Madhya Pradesh. Interested candidates should verify their eligibility, arrange the required documents and submit the online application within the prescribed schedule. The final application must be completed along with successful fee payment by 15 September 2026 at 5:00 PM.

Frequently Asked Questions

About this Recruitment

MP High Court Assistant Grade-III Recruitment 2026 Madhya Pradesh High Court, Jabalpur has released the recruitment notification for MP High Court Assistant Grade-III Recruitment 2026. The recruitment is being conducted for direct appointment to 1,174 Assistant Grade-III posts in the establishments of the District and Sessions Courts of Madhya Pradesh. The recruitment has been issued under Advertisement No. 614/परीक्षा/2026. Candidates interested in this Madhya Pradesh government job can submit their applications through the online application system of the MP High Court. The online application process begins on 17 August 2026 at 12:00 PM. The last date for submitting the application along with the prescribed fee is 15 September 2026 at 5:00 PM. A separate application correction window will be available from 19 September to 21 September 2026. The preliminary examination date has not been announced in the provided source and will be notified separately by the Madhya Pradesh High Court. MP High Court Assistant Vacancy 2026 There are 1,174 Assistant Grade-III vacancies in this recruitment. The category-wise distribution provided in the source includes 314 Unreserved posts, 325 OBC posts, 181 SC posts, 236 ST posts and 118 EWS posts. These category totals include the applicable horizontal reservations. Eligibility Applicants should have completed graduation in any discipline from a recognized university. In addition, candidates are required to meet the prescribed CPCT and computer-qualification requirements. The source specifies a CPCT Score Card from MAP-IT or another recognized agency/institution and a one-year Computer Application diploma from an institution recognized by the Madhya Pradesh Government. Several equivalent computer qualifications are also listed in the recruitment information. The minimum age is 18 years as on 01 January 2026. The applicable maximum age varies according to category, gender and residency, with the stated upper limits ranging from 40 to 45 years. Certain additional relaxation provisions are available for eligible ex-servicemen and qualifying contractual employees. Salary Selected Assistant Grade-III candidates will receive the applicable 7th Pay Commission Pay Matrix of ₹19,500 to ₹62,000. The source also mentions the corresponding 6th Pay Commission scale of ₹5,200–₹20,200 with Grade Pay of ₹1,900. Selection Process The MP High Court Assistant Grade-III selection process has two principal stages. First, eligible candidates appear in an online preliminary MCQ examination. The paper contains 100 questions for 100 marks and is conducted for 120 minutes. The sections include General Knowledge and General Science including Madhya Pradesh GK, Maths and Logical Reasoning, General Hindi, English Knowledge and Computer Knowledge. Candidates shortlisted from the preliminary examination proceed to the Hindi Typing Skill Test. The test carries 50 marks and requires approximately 350 words to be typed in 10 minutes. Specific rules apply to keyboard layout, corrections and deductions during the test. Candidates should ensure that their eligibility, documents and application information are correct before final submission. The application is considered complete only after successful payment of the prescribed fee within the deadline. Candidates should retain the submitted application printout for future requirements. The MP High Court Assistant Grade-III Recruitment 2026 provides an opportunity for eligible graduates seeking a government position in the District and Sessions Courts of Madhya Pradesh. Candidates should read the recruitment instructions carefully and complete the online application before 15 September 2026, 5:00 PM.