AP High Court Multi-Post Recruitment 2026 — 300 Vacancies

About This Job

The High Court of Andhra Pradesh has released notification for 300 posts across 13 categories including Section Officer, Assistant, Typist, Computer Operator, Data Entry Operator and Office Subordinate. Candidates with qualifications ranging from 7th Class pass to Degree holders can apply online. Last date to apply is 19 April 2026. Salary ranges from Rs 20,000 to Rs 1,47,760 per month.

AP High Court Multi-Post Recruitment 2026 - 300 Posts

High Court of Andhra Pradesh (APHC) at Amaravati has released Notification No.01/2026/Estt. dated 20.03.2026 for filling up 300 posts across 13 different categories by Direct Recruitment under the Service Rules of the High Court of Andhra Pradesh, 2025. This includes both carried forward and fresh vacancies across posts like Section Officer, Senior System Officer, Computer Operator, Assistant, Examiner, Typist, Copyist, Data Entry Operator and Office Subordinate. The highest number of vacancies are for Assistant (78 posts) and Data Entry Operator (50 posts). The exam will be a Computer Based Examination (CBE) conducted in English and Telugu.

Vacancy Breakdown

Category-wise Breakdown (Total: 300):

• OC (Open Competition): 121
• EWS: 33
• BC-A: 24
• BC-B: 26
• BC-C: 3
• BC-D: 19
• BC-E: 12
• SC (I, II, III groups): 4 + 20 + 20 = 44
• ST: 18
• PwBD: 3 (A) + 3 (B) + 3 (C) + 1 (D)
• Ex-Servicemen: 9
• Meritorious Sports Person: 13

Women reservation of 33 1/3% of posts will be filled as per G.O.Ms.No.77, dated 02.08.2023.

Who Can Apply?

Section Officer (5 posts)

• Qualification: Degree in Law (3 years or 5 years course) from a recognized university. Preference for candidates with computer skills.

Senior System Officer (1 post)

• Qualification: B.Tech (CSC/ECE/EEE/IT) or M.Sc. (Computer Science) from a recognized university.
• Experience: Must have a certificate with 5 years of work experience in Networking and Server Maintenance/Administration.

Computer Operator (31 posts)

• Qualification: Degree in Computer Science from a recognized university + passed Typewriting (English) Higher Grade (45 WPM).

Assistant Librarian (1 post)

• Qualification: Law Degree + B.Li.Sc. + Computer skills certificate for library maintenance.

Librarian Grade-II (1 post)

• Qualification: Degree in Arts/Science/Commerce/Law + B.Li.Sc.

U.D. Stenographer (7 posts)

• Qualification: Degree in Arts/Science/Commerce/Law + Shorthand (English) 120 WPM + Typewriting (English) Higher Grade 45 WPM.

Assistant (78 posts), Examiner (27 posts)

• Qualification: Degree in Arts/Science/Commerce/Law from a recognized university.

Typist (44 posts)

• Qualification: Degree in Arts/Science/Commerce/Law + Typewriting (English) Higher Grade (45 WPM).

Copyist (34 posts)

• Qualification: Degree in Arts/Science/Commerce/Law.

Data Entry Operator (50 posts)

• Qualification: Degree with Computer Science as a main subject + Typewriting (English) Higher Grade (45 WPM).

Stenographer (1 post)

• Qualification: Degree in Arts/Science/Commerce/Law + Shorthand (English) 80 WPM + Typewriting (English) Higher Grade 45 WPM.

Office Subordinate (20 posts)

• Qualification: 7th Class pass or equivalent. Candidates who failed Intermediate but passed 7th class will also be considered. Those with higher qualifications are NOT eligible.

Citizenship: You must be a citizen of India.

Age Limit

• You must be between 18 and 42 years old as on 01 January 2026.
• SC/ST/BC/EWS: 5 years relaxation (up to 47 years).
• PwBD (Persons with Benchmark Disabilities): 10 years relaxation (up to 52 years).
• Ex-Servicemen: As per Andhra Pradesh State and Subordinate Service Rules.
• Sports Quota: As prescribed for candidates' respective community/category.

Salary

• Section Officer: Rs 57,100 - 1,47,760 per month
• Senior System Officer: Rs 44,570 - 1,27,480 per month
• Computer Operator / Assistant Librarian: Rs 40,970 - 1,24,380 per month
• Librarian Grade-II: Rs 35,570 - 1,09,910 per month
• U.D. Stenographer: Rs 34,580 - 1,27,480 per month
• Assistant / Examiner / Typist / Copyist / DEO / Stenographer: Rs 25,220 - 80,910 per month
• Office Subordinate: Rs 20,000 - 61,960 per month
• Plus DA, HRA and other allowances as per Andhra Pradesh Government rules.
• This appointment is covered by the Contributory Pension Scheme.

Application Fee

• General / EWS / BC categories: Rs 800
• SC / ST / PH (AP domicile only): Rs 400
• Payment mode: Online only
• Separate fee must be paid for each post you apply for.
• Fee is non-refundable even if the application is rejected or the recruitment is cancelled.

Selection Process

For Section Officer, Assistant Librarian, Librarian Grade-II, Assistant, Examiner, Office Subordinate:

1. Computer Based Examination (CBE): 80 MCQs for 80 marks in 90 minutes. Selection is based on written exam merit.
2. Document Verification

For Senior System Officer, Computer Operator, U.D. Stenographer, Stenographer, Typist, Copyist, Data Entry Operator:

1. Computer Based Examination (CBE): 80 MCQs for 80 marks in 90 minutes. Used only for shortlisting, NOT for final selection.
2. Skill Test: Final selection is based only on the skill test. CBE marks are not added to skill test marks.
3. Document Verification

Minimum Qualifying Marks in CBE:

• Open Competition / EWS: 40%
• BC category: 35%
• SC / ST / PwBD: 30%
• Ex-Servicemen: As per their category

Exam Language: English and Telugu. In case of ambiguity, the English version is final.

Scores may be normalized for multi-shift examinations.

How to Apply

1. Go to the AP High Court official website at aphc.gov.in.
2. Complete Part-A (One Time Profile Registration) to get your OTPR ID and Password.
3. Using the same OTPR ID, fill in Part-B (Application Form) for each post you want to apply for.
4. Upload required documents (certificates, photo, signature).
5. Pay the examination fee online (Rs 800 or Rs 400 per post).
6. Submit the application and save the confirmation.

Use only one mobile number while applying. You will get a unique application number for each post.

Important Dates

• Notification Date: 20 March 2026
• Online Application Start: 30 March 2026
• Last Date to Apply Online: 19 April 2026 (up to 11:59 PM)
• Exam Date: To be announced

• Handle administrative and clerical work in the High Court office
• Prepare legal documents, case files, and official correspondence
• Enter and manage data in court management systems accurately
• Assist judicial officers and senior staff with daily court operations
• Maintain records, registers, and filing systems as per court rules
• Process applications, petitions, and other legal paperwork
• Manage computer systems, networks, and IT infrastructure (for technical posts)
• Follow all court procedures and maintain confidentiality of case records