HP High Court Clerk, Stenographer, Driver Recruitment 2026

Available Posts

Here is your chance to work at the High Court of Himachal Pradesh in Shimla. With 17 out of 19 posts for Clerk/Proof Reader, this recruitment is best suited for graduates with basic computer skills and English typing speed. All posts are Group-C, permanent, and come with HP government benefits.

Key Highlights

• All 19 posts are permanent Group-C under HP High Court establishment
• Clerk/Proof Reader has the most seats (17) — best opportunity for graduates
• Stenographer needs 3 years experience and 100 WPM shorthand
• Driver post needs 10th pass with 3 years driving experience
• Posting location is Shimla, Himachal Pradesh
• Governed by HP High Court R&P Rules, 2015

Selection Process

For Clerk/Proof Reader, selection starts with a screening test (objective MCQs), followed by a descriptive written exam, typing test (30 WPM English), and interview worth 10 marks. You need at least 45% in the written test to qualify. The screening test shortlists candidates at 1:6 ratio. For Stenographer, you will also face a shorthand test at 100 WPM and typing test at 50 WPM. Driver candidates will take a practical driving test after the written exam.

Preparation Tips for HP High Court Clerk Exam

• Focus on Himachal Pradesh GK — it carries 30 out of 100 marks in the screening test
• Practice basic computer questions — tested in both screening (20 marks) and written exam (20 marks)
• For the written exam, practice essay writing in both English and Hindi (300 words each, 15 marks each)
• Work on English-Hindi and Hindi-English translation — 30 marks combined in the written exam
• You get 2 hours for 100 questions in screening — that is about 72 seconds per question
• Practice English typing regularly to maintain 30 WPM with less than 10% mistakes

Documents You'll Need

Key documents to keep ready:

• Passport-size photo (white background, 20-50 KB, JPG/PNG) and signature (10-20 KB)
• Matriculation certificate (PDF, 100-500 KB) — needed during online application
• All educational qualification certificates (PDF, up to 2 MB each)
• Category certificate (SC/ST/EWS) if claiming reservation
• Valid Driving License (for Driver post) or Experience Certificate (for Stenographer post)

See the complete document list in the section below.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. What is the last date to apply for HP High Court Clerk Recruitment 2026?

A. The last date to apply is 28 March 2026 (11:59 PM). You can apply online through hphcrecruitment.in.

Q. What is the qualification needed for HP High Court Clerk 2026?

A. You need a Graduation degree from a recognized university. You also need English typing speed of 30 WPM on computer.

Q. What is the exam pattern for HP High Court Clerk 2026?

A. The screening test has 100 objective questions for 100 marks (GK 60, Computers 20, Reasoning 20). The written exam is descriptive with essays, translations, and computer questions for 80 marks.

Q. What is the salary of Clerk in HP High Court?

A. The Clerk/Proof Reader post is in Pay Level 03 of HP Pay Matrix with basic pay ranging from Rs. 20,200 to Rs. 64,000 per month, plus DA, HRA, and other allowances.

• Handle clerical work including typing, filing, and record-keeping in court offices
• Proofread legal documents, judgments, and court orders for accuracy
• Take shorthand dictation and transcribe court proceedings (Stenographer)
• Maintain and organize case files and legal records
• Drive official vehicles and maintain vehicle logs (Driver)
• Assist in day-to-day administrative work of the High Court establishment
• Use computers for data entry, document preparation, and record management