Patna High Court Ex-Cadre Assistant Recruitment 2026: Apply Online For 68 Posts

Quick Highlights

• Organization: High Court of Judicature at Patna
• Advertisement No.: PHC/03/2026
• Post Name: Ex-Cadre Assistant (Group-C)
• Total Vacancies: 68 (tentative)
• Mode of Application: Online
• Last Date to Apply: 27 August 2026

Important Dates

The fee payment link will remain disabled on 28 August 2026 and will be reactivated for two days, on 29 and 30 August 2026, only for those candidates who had already submitted their application forms on or before 27 August 2026.

Application Fee

Fee payment is accepted only through online mode. It is non-refundable under any circumstances, and any bank service or transaction charges will be borne by the candidate. The concessional fee for SC, ST, and Locomotor Disabled candidates applies only to those who are permanent residents of Bihar, subject to submission of the relevant Domicile and Category Certificates.

Vacancy Details

Out of the total 68 posts, 3 posts are reserved under 4 percent horizontal reservation for Locomotor Disabled candidates. The High Court has stated that the number of vacancies is purely tentative and may be altered at any stage of the selection process.

Eligibility Criteria

Nationality

A candidate must be a citizen of India, or a Tibetan refugee who came to India before 1 January 1972 with the intention of permanently settling in India, or a person of Indian origin who migrated from Pakistan, Burma, Sri Lanka, Tanzania, or Zambia with the intention of permanently settling in India, subject to a certificate of eligibility issued by the State Government where applicable.

Educational Qualification

As on 1 January 2026, the applicant must possess the following:

• Graduate in any discipline from a recognized University or Institution.
• Diploma or Certificate of at least six months' 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 time of interview, other things being equal.

Age Limit

A candidate must not be below 18 years of age as on 1 January 2026, that is, must not be born later than 1 January 2008. The category-wise maximum age limit is as follows:

Candidates already employed under the Central Government or Government of Bihar get an additional 5 years of age relaxation. Locomotor Disabled candidates get a further 10-year relaxation in their respective category's upper age limit, subject to production of a valid Disability Certificate. Candidates already serving in the High Court establishment, on daily wages, in subordinate courts, or on deputation are not subject to the upper age limit at all. Category-based age relaxation is available only to permanent residents of Bihar.

Reservation Policy

Horizontal reservation is fixed at 35 percent for Women candidates and 4 percent for Locomotor Disabled candidates. These horizontal reservation benefits are granted only to permanent residents of Bihar. Candidates who do not claim reservation, or who do not correctly mention their category in the application form, will be treated as General (Unreserved) category candidates without any option to change this later.

Pay Scale

The selected candidates will be placed in Level-4 (Rs. 25,500 to Rs. 81,100) of the pay matrix of the 7th Pay Revision Committee, along with usual allowances admissible under the Patna High Court Officers and Staff Rules, 2021. Appointment will initially be on probation for a period of one year.

Selection Process

The recruitment will be conducted through the following stages:

1. Preliminary or Screening Test (only if the number of applicants is on the higher side)
2. Written Test
3. Computer Proficiency Test
4. Interview

Only candidates who appear and secure the minimum qualifying marks at every applicable stage will be considered for the next stage. The final merit list will be prepared using the marks obtained in the Written Test and Interview only; marks from the Preliminary Test and Computer Proficiency Test are not counted toward the final merit.

Minimum Qualifying Marks

Exam Pattern

The Ex-Cadre Assistant Recruitment Examination, 2026, will be conducted across the following stages, as detailed in Annexure-I of the notification:

There is negative marking of one-fourth mark, that is 0.25 marks, for every wrong answer in the Preliminary Test and Written Test. If a Preliminary Test is held, 10 times the number of advertised vacancies will be shortlisted for the Written Test. Based on Written Test performance, 6 times the vacancies will be shortlisted for the Computer Proficiency Test, and 3 times the vacancies will be shortlisted for the Interview, each following the model roster point and reservation policy of the High Court.

Examination Centres

The examination is tentatively proposed to be held at the following cities/districts in Bihar:

• Arrah
• Bhagalpur
• Darbhanga
• Muzaffarpur
• Patna
• Purnea

Candidates must indicate three cities in order of preference in the application form. No request for change of examination city or centre will be entertained after submission.

How To Apply

1. Visit the Recruitments tab in the left-hand menu of the official website of Patna High Court.
2. Click on the link for Ex-Cadre Assistant Recruitment Examination, 2026.
3. Click on Apply Online and then click on New Registration to register.
4. Fill in the Full Name, Father's Name, Mother's Name, Gender, Reservation Category, Date of Birth, Mobile Number, and Email ID. Fields marked with an asterisk are mandatory, and details cannot be changed once submitted.
5. After verification, a registration number and password will be shared by SMS and email. Log in using these credentials to open the detailed application form.
6. Fill in Personal Details and Education Details, submitting each section separately, then capture a live photograph as per the specifications given in the notification.
7. Upload the scanned signature and all required documents, including certificates and marksheets, following the specified size and format limits.
8. Preview the application on the Print Preview page, confirm all details are correct, and proceed to pay the application fee online to finally submit the form.

Documents Required

• Scanned signature (in running hand, on white paper with black pen)
• Matriculation (10th) Certificate and Marksheet
• Graduation (Degree) Certificate and Marksheet
• Diploma/Certificate of at least six months' course in Computer Application
• No-Objection Certificate, if applicable
• Valid Identity Proof containing photograph
• Domicile Certificate, if applicable
• Caste/Non-Creamy Layer/EWS Certificate, if applicable
• Certificate of Disability, for Locomotor Disabled candidates
• Identity Card of Patna High Court or Courts Subordinate to it, if applicable

Signature file size must be between 50 KB and 80 KB in JPG or JPEG format. Other documents must be between 100 KB and 300 KB, in JPG, JPEG, or PDF format.

General Rules

• Candidates already employed under Central or State Government, PSUs, or recognized private entities must apply only after seeking permission from their employer and must produce a No Objection Certificate at the time of interview.
• There is no provision for re-evaluation, re-checking, or scrutiny of the answer sheet or score.
• Once submitted, the online application form cannot be withdrawn.
• Candidates must keep at least 08 copies of colour passport-size photographs and a printout of the application form and admit card for the interview.
• Mobile phones, smart watches, and other communication devices are not allowed inside the examination premises.
• The select list/panel will remain valid for one year from the date of approval, extendable by another year in case of exigency.
• Merely appearing and qualifying in the examination does not confer any right to appointment; selection remains provisional and subject to final eligibility verification.
• All disputes relating to this recruitment fall within the jurisdiction of the High Court of Judicature at Patna only.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1. How Many Vacancies Are There In Patna High Court Ex-Cadre Assistant Recruitment 2026?

There are 68 vacant posts of Ex-Cadre Assistant, though the High Court has clarified that this number is purely tentative and may be altered at any stage of the selection process.

Q2. What Is The Last Date To Apply Online For This Recruitment?

The online application link will remain active from 28 July 2026 to 27 August 2026 till 23:59 hrs. The last date for making the online fee payment is 30 August 2026, though the payment link stays disabled on 28 August 2026.

Q3. What Is The Educational Qualification Required For Ex-Cadre Assistant Post?

A candidate must be a graduate in any discipline from a recognized university or institution and must also hold a diploma or certificate of at least six months in Computer Application from a recognized institution, as on 1 January 2026.

Q4. What Is The Application Fee For This Recruitment?

Unreserved, BC, EBC, and EWS category candidates must pay 1500 rupees, while SC, ST, and Locomotor Disabled category candidates must pay 750 rupees. The fee is payable only through online mode and is non-refundable.

Q5. What Is The Selection Process For Ex-Cadre Assistant Recruitment?

Selection consists of a Written Test, a Computer Proficiency Test, and an Interview. If the number of applicants is very high, a Preliminary or Screening Test may also be held to shortlist candidates before the Written Test.

Q6. Is There Negative Marking In This Examination?

Yes, there is negative marking of one-fourth mark, that is 0.25 marks, for each wrong answer in the Preliminary Test and the Written Test.

Q7. What Is The Age Limit For This Recruitment?

A candidate must be at least 18 years old as on 1 January 2026. The maximum age is 37 years for Unreserved and EWS male candidates, 40 years for Unreserved and EWS female candidates and BC or EBC candidates of either gender, and 42 years for SC or ST candidates.

Q8. Where Can Candidates Check The Examination Centres For This Recruitment?

The tentative examination centres for this recruitment are located in Arrah, Bhagalpur, Darbhanga, Muzaffarpur, Patna, and Purnea, all within the state of Bihar.

Source

This article is based on the official advertisement (No. PHC/03/2026, dated 23 July 2026) issued by the High Court of Judicature at Patna for the Ex-Cadre Assistant Recruitment Examination, 2026.

Disclaimer

The information in this article has been compiled from the official notification released by the High Court of Judicature at Patna. Candidates are advised to refer to the official website for the original advertisement and any subsequent updates before making decisions related to this recruitment.