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

Quick Highlights

• Organisation: Madhya Pradesh High Court, Jabalpur
• Advertisement No.: 614/Exam/2026
• Post Name: Assistant Grade-III
• Total Vacancies: 1174
• Application Mode: Online
• Last Date to Apply: 15 September 2026, 5:00 PM

Important Dates

The correction facility applies only to entries made in the Application form. Entries made at the Registration stage cannot be edited later, so candidates should double-check the registration details before proceeding.

Application Fee

Fee once paid is not refunded or adjusted, and the application is considered complete only after the payment is successfully processed within the deadline.

Vacancy Details and Pay Scale

The recruitment covers 1174 posts of Assistant Grade-III, carrying a pay scale of Rs. 5200-20200 with Grade Pay Rs. 1900 under the sixth pay commission structure, which corresponds to pay matrix level Rs. 19500-62000 under the seventh pay commission.

Reservation is applicable as per Madhya Pradesh government rules: 16 percent for SC, 20 percent for ST, 27 percent for OBC (of which 13 percent remains sub-judice before the Madhya Pradesh High Court in connection with Writ Petition 5901/2019, so results for this portion will be declared provisionally), and 10 percent for EWS. Women get 35 percent horizontal reservation, ex-servicemen get 10 percent horizontal reservation, and persons with disabilities get 6 percent horizontal reservation (1.5 percent each for visual, hearing, locomotor, and other specified disabilities). Because the vacancy break-up runs across several overlapping reservation categories in the notification, candidates should refer to the official advertisement for the exact category-wise and district-wise numbers before applying.

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

• Graduation in any discipline from a recognised university.
• A CPCT score card from the MP Agency for Promotion of Information Technology (MAP-IT), or any other agency recognised by the state government.
• A one-year diploma course in Computer Application from an institution recognised by the Madhya Pradesh government. This includes diplomas from a UGC-recognised university or open university, a NIELIT-level examination, courses from a Government Polytechnic College, or a one-year COPA certificate from a Government ITI. Degrees such as B.E./B.Tech (CSE/IT), MCA, BCA, M.Sc. (IT/CS), or B.Sc. (IT/CS) are also accepted as equivalent qualifications.

All the qualifications listed above must be completed on or before the last date of the online application.

Nationality and Other Conditions

Only Indian citizens are eligible to apply. A candidate with more than one living spouse is not eligible for appointment. A candidate having more than two children, where one child was born on or after 26 January 2001, is also not eligible, subject to the exceptions specified in the notification. Every candidate must submit a medical fitness certificate from a District Medical Board, which can be furnished within 30 days of joining if not available at the time of appointment.

Age Limit (as on 1 January 2026)

The minimum age required is 18 years. Candidates from other states falling under OBC, SC, or ST categories will be treated as Unreserved for age and reservation purposes. Ex-servicemen get age relaxation equal to their military service period, subject to the resulting age not exceeding the upper limit by more than three years. Employees working on contract in the MP High Court or district courts, in an equal or higher post for at least five years, get relaxation equal to their contract period, provided their age does not exceed 55 years.

Selection Process

Selection takes place in two stages:

1. Online Preliminary Examination - 100 marks, used to shortlist candidates for the skill test.
2. Hindi Typing Skill Test - 50 marks, qualifying in nature for final selection.

Candidates within roughly five times the number of vacancies in each category (including all candidates tied at the cut-off), based on their preliminary exam score, will be called for the skill test. Marks scored in the preliminary exam are used only for screening and are not counted toward the final merit list.

Exam Pattern

Preliminary Examination

The exam is objective type (multiple choice), and candidates get 120 minutes to attempt all 100 questions.

Hindi Typing Skill Test

Candidates who qualify the preliminary exam must clear a Hindi typing test of 350 words approximately, to be completed in 10 minutes on the Remington Gail keyboard layout in unrestricted mode, carrying 50 marks. Typing is evaluated on speed and accuracy, with 0.50 marks deducted for every missed word or error, and 0.10 marks deducted for every backspace used. Candidates must score at least 55 percent (Unreserved and OBC), 45 percent (SC), 40 percent (ST and PwBD), or 49.5 percent (EWS) to qualify.

How to Apply

1. Visit the official website of Madhya Pradesh High Court at www.mphc.gov.in and click on the "Recruitment/Result" tab, then select "Online Application Forms/Admit Cards."
2. Open the Advertisement link first and read the complete notification carefully before proceeding.
3. Click on the Registration link and enter the requested details. A User ID and password will be sent to the registered mobile number and email ID.
4. Use the Application link to log in, fill the complete application form, and upload a photograph and signature as specified.
5. Preview the filled form carefully, click Submit, and pay the applicable fee through debit card or internet banking.
6. Download and print the confirmation page for future reference, and keep it safely for use in later stages of the recruitment process.

Documents Required

• Educational qualification certificates and mark sheets (graduation degree)
• CPCT score card or computer diploma certificate
• Category certificate (SC, ST, OBC, EWS, PwBD, or ex-serviceman, as applicable)
• No Objection Certificate, if already employed in a government department or public institution
• Medical fitness certificate from a District Medical Board

Self-attested copies of all relevant documents must be submitted at the stage specified in the notification. An incomplete or unsupported claim regarding qualification or category can lead to rejection of the application at any stage.

General Rules

• Providing incorrect information or concealing material facts, including pending or decided criminal cases, will result in cancellation of candidature at any stage, without assigning any reason.
• Selected candidates must execute a bond of Rs. 2,00,000 and serve for a minimum of three years. Resigning before this period, except with prior permission to join Madhya Pradesh or Central government service, makes the bond amount payable.
• District allotment for selected candidates is done through counselling, based on category-wise merit and the availability of vacancies in each district. Candidates do not have the right to demand a particular district or post, and no representations for district change will be entertained after counselling.
• Admission to the exam is provisional. Issuing an admit card does not by itself confirm that a candidate meets the eligibility conditions, which will be verified separately at the appropriate stage.
• Waiting lists, once published, will remain valid as per Madhya Pradesh government rules on the subject.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: How many vacancies are there in MP High Court Assistant Grade III Recruitment 2026?

There are 1174 vacancies for the post of Assistant Grade-III across District and Sessions Court establishments in Madhya Pradesh.

Q2: What is the last date to apply online for MP High Court Assistant Grade III 2026?

The online application, along with fee payment, can be submitted until 15 September 2026 up to 5:00 PM.

Q3: What is the educational qualification required for this post?

Candidates need a graduation degree in any discipline from a recognised university, along with a CPCT score card or a one-year diploma in Computer Application from a recognised institution.

Q4: What is the selection process for MP High Court Assistant Grade III?

Selection has two stages: an online preliminary examination of 100 marks, followed by a Hindi typing skill test of 50 marks for candidates who qualify the prelims.

Q5: What is the application fee for this recruitment?

Unreserved category candidates and candidates from outside Madhya Pradesh pay 943.40 rupees, which includes a 200 rupee exam fee and 743.40 rupees in portal charges. Madhya Pradesh domicile OBC, SC, ST, EWS candidates and all PwBD candidates pay only the 743.40 rupee portal charge, with the exam fee waived.

Q6: Is there a service bond for this post?

Yes, selected candidates must execute a bond of 2 lakh rupees and commit to a minimum of three years of service after joining.

Q7: Can candidates choose their district of posting?

No, district allotment is done through counselling based on the candidate's category-wise merit and the availability of vacancies in each district. Candidates do not have a right to demand a specific district or post.

Source

This article is based on Advertisement No. 614/Exam/2026 dated 14 August 2026, issued by the Registrar General, Madhya Pradesh High Court, Jabalpur.

Disclaimer: This article is for general informational purposes and is based on the official notification available at the time of writing. Candidates are advised to verify all details, including dates, eligibility, and vacancy numbers, from the official website of Madhya Pradesh High Court before applying.