CG High Court DEO Recruitment 2026 — 38 Vacancies

About This Job

The High Court of Chhattisgarh, Bilaspur is hiring 38 Data Entry Operators (DEO) through CGVYAPAM. If you have a second class Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field (or B.Sc./B.A./B.Com with PGDCA or 'O' Level from DOE), you can apply online. The last date to apply is 12 May 2026. Salary is Rs. 25,300 to Rs. 80,500 per month (Level-6, Pay Matrix). Age limit is 21 to 30 years (up to 40 years for CG bonafide residents).

High Court of Chhattisgarh DEO Recruitment 2026 — 38 Posts

The High Court of Chhattisgarh, Bilaspur (CG High Court) has released an advertisement (Adv. No. 01/II-14-1/2026 (DEO)) for recruitment to the post of Data Entry Operator under exam code HDEO26. The exam is conducted by Chhattisgarh Vyavsayik Pariksha Mandal (CGVYAPAM). This recruitment is subject to the final outcome of SLP (C) No. 19668/2022 of the Supreme Court of India. If you are a computer-savvy graduate with good typing skills in Hindi and English, this is a solid government job opportunity in the judiciary.

Vacancy Breakdown

• UR (Unreserved): 19 Posts (including 5 for Women)
• SC (Scheduled Caste): 7 Posts (including 2 for Women)
• ST (Scheduled Tribe): 7 Posts (including 2 for Women)
• OBC (Other Backward Classes): 5 Posts (including 1 for Women)
• Total: 38 Posts

Note: 4 posts out of the total 38 are horizontally reserved for Persons with Disabilities (PwD) — covering OA, OL, OAL, BL, HH, LV, OH, Acid Attack Victim, Muscular Dystrophy, Dwarfism, Leprosy Cured, and Autism. SC/ST/OBC reservations apply only to bonafide residents of Chhattisgarh State. Women's reservation applies only to local residents of Chhattisgarh.

Who Can Apply?

Educational Qualification

You need working knowledge of Unix/Open Source Software/Windows NT, plus one of the following degrees:

• At least a second class Bachelor's degree from a recognised university in Computer Science or a related subject; OR
• A second class Bachelor's degree from any recognised university + PGDCA from a recognised university; OR
• A second class Bachelor's degree from a recognised university + 'O' Level course from DOE (Department of Electronics)

Other Requirements

• Knowledge of Hindi and English typing is required. Candidates who have passed a typewriting examination in Hindi and English from a recognised board will be given preference.
• Desirable: Working knowledge of Operating Systems and Office application suites.
• You must be a citizen of India.
• SC/ST/OBC reservations apply only to Chhattisgarh bonafide residents. Candidates from other states who are SC/ST/OBC will be considered only against UR posts.
• OBC candidates must not belong to the creamy layer.

Age Limit

• Minimum age: 21 years
• Maximum age: 30 years for General/non-CG residents (as on 01.01.2026)
• Maximum age: 40 years for bonafide residents of Chhattisgarh (as on 01.01.2026)
• SC/ST/OBC (CG residents): 5 years relaxation on upper age limit
• Women (local CG residents): 10 years relaxation on upper age limit
• Government servants (permanent or temporary): Additional 5 years relaxation
• PwD (Divyang): Relaxation as per CG Government, GAD circular dated 27.09.2014
• Maximum age including all relaxations combined must not exceed 45 years.

Salary

• Pay Level: Level-6 of the Pay Matrix
• Salary range: Rs. 25,300 to Rs. 80,500 per month
• Plus DA, HRA, and other allowances as per Chhattisgarh Government rules

Application Fee

• General (UR): Rs. 350
• OBC: Rs. 250
• SC / ST / PwD (Divyang): Rs. 200
• Payment mode: Online only
• Important: Chhattisgarh bonafide residents who appear in the exam will get the full fee refunded to their bank account after the result is declared (as per CG Govt. GAD circular RULE-8/2/2024-GAD-1 dated 21.04.2025).

Selection Process

Selection is done in two phases:

1. Phase I — Written Test (Screening Only, 100 Marks): 100 MCQ questions, 2 hours, OMR-based. No negative marking.
   • Section I (60 Marks): Reasoning (15), Quantitative Aptitude (15), English (15), General Studies & GK (15)
   • Section II (40 Marks — Computer): Unix/Open Source/Windows NT, MS Windows, Ubuntu, Word Processing, Spreadsheet, PowerPoint, Access, LAN, Antivirus, Network, Internet
   Candidates shortlisted at a ratio of 1:15 (15 candidates per vacancy) are called for Phase II.
2. Phase II — Skill Test / Typing Test (Merit, 50 Marks): Conducted on Ubuntu Linux using Libre Office with Unicode Font. Final merit list is based ONLY on Skill Test marks.
   • Hindi Typing: 250 words in 10 minutes — 25 marks
   • English Typing: 300 words in 10 minutes — 25 marks
   Negative marking: 1/4 mark deducted per mistake. Minimum qualifying marks: 10 out of 25 in each typing test.
3. Document Verification: Done at the High Court of Chhattisgarh after merit list is received from CGVYAPAM.

How to Apply

1. Go to the official CGVYAPAM portal at vyapamcg.cgstate.gov.in.
2. Register your profile (one-time profile registration). Keep your photo (50–100 KB, light background) and signature (50–100 KB) ready.
3. After registration, log in and search for the HDEO26 recruitment.
4. Fill in the online application form carefully.
5. Pay the application fee online.
6. Click SUBMIT and take a printout of the submitted application for future reference.

Important Dates

• Notification Date: 20 April 2026
• Online Application Start: 20 April 2026
• Last Date to Apply Online: 12 May 2026 (by 5:00 PM)
• Error Correction Window: 13 May 2026 to 15 May 2026 (by 5:00 PM)
• Admit Card Release (Tentative): 22 June 2026
• Phase I Written Exam Date (Tentative): 28 June 2026 (Sunday), 10:00 AM to 12:15 PM
• Exam Centres: Bilaspur and Raipur

• Enter data accurately into court management software and judicial record systems
• Maintain digital registers, case records, and official court documents
• Prepare typed correspondence, orders, and notices in Hindi and English
• Assist judicial officers and court staff in day-to-day administrative work
• Handle scanning, uploading, and archiving of court documents
• Operate MS Office applications, spreadsheets, and database tools as required
• Follow data security and confidentiality protocols for sensitive legal records