Patna HC Computer Operator-cum-Typist Recruitment 2026 — 48 Vacancies

About This Job

Patna High Court is hiring 48 Computer Operator-cum-Typist (Group-C) posts in its establishment. If you have a graduation degree along with a 6-month Computer Application diploma and a typing certificate, you can apply online. The last date to submit your application is 16 May 2026. Salary is Rs. 25,500 to Rs. 81,100 per month under Level-4 of the 7th Pay Commission.

High Court of Judicature at Patna Computer Operator-cum-Typist Recruitment 2026 - 48 Posts

The High Court of Judicature at Patna has released Advertisement No. PHC/02/2026 dated 10 April 2026, inviting online applications for 48 Computer Operator-cum-Typist posts (Group-C). This includes 47 regular posts and 1 backlog post reserved for the Locomotor Disabled category. 15 out of 48 posts are horizontally reserved for women candidates (35%). The selected candidates will be placed on probation for one year and will work in Patna.

Vacancy Breakdown

• Unreserved (UR): 22 + 1 backlog (Locomotor Disabled) = 23 posts — Women reserved: 07
• Economically Weaker Sections (EWS): 04 posts — Women reserved: 01
• Backward Classes (BC): 05 posts — Women reserved: 02
• Extremely Backward Classes (EBC): 09 posts — Women reserved: 03
• Scheduled Castes (SC): 07 posts — Women reserved: 02
• Total: 48 posts (including 1 backlog for Locomotor Disabled)

Note: There is no seat in ST category. However, ST candidates get a fee concession on submission of valid Caste and Domicile certificates. 3 posts (2 regular + 1 backlog) are horizontally reserved under 4% Locomotor Disabled quota for Bihar residents.

Who Can Apply?

• Educational Qualification: Graduation in any discipline from a recognised University or Institution.
• Computer Qualification: Diploma or Certificate of at least a 6-month course in Computer Application from a recognised institution.
• Typing Proficiency: Certificate in typing with a speed of 40 words per minute in English and 30 words per minute in Hindi from a recognised institution.
• All qualifications must be completed as on 01 January 2026.
• Nationality: Indian citizen (or Tibetan refugee settled before 01.01.1972, or person of Indian origin from specified countries with eligibility certificate).
• Domicile: Age relaxation and horizontal reservation benefits are available only to permanent residents of Bihar. Bihar domicile certificate required at document verification.

Preferential Qualification

• Candidates who have served in the Territorial Army for a minimum of 2 years, or
• Candidates holding a 'B' Certificate of NCC — given preference at the time of interview (other things being equal).

Age Limit

• Minimum age: 18 years (you must not be born after 01.01.2008)
• Unreserved / EWS — Male: Maximum 37 years (born not earlier than 02.01.1989)
• Unreserved / EWS — Female: Maximum 40 years (born not earlier than 02.01.1986)
• BC / EBC — Male & Female: Maximum 40 years (born not earlier than 02.01.1986)
• SC — Male & Female: Maximum 42 years (born not earlier than 02.01.1984)
• Age reference date: 01 January 2026
• Locomotor Disabled candidates get an additional 10 years relaxation over their category's upper age limit.
• Candidates already employed in Central or State Government get 5 years relaxation in the upper age limit.
• Note: Age limit does not apply to candidates already serving in the High Court establishment or placed on deputation.

Salary

• Pay Level: Level-4 of the 7th Pay Revision Commission (7th PRC) pay matrix
• Salary range: Rs. 25,500 to Rs. 81,100 per month
• Plus DA, HRA, TA and other allowances as admissible under Patna High Court Officers and Staff Rules, 2021
• Initial appointment is on probation for one year

Application Fee

• Unreserved / BC / EBC / EWS: Rs. 1,100
• SC / ST / Locomotor Disabled (Bihar domicile): Rs. 550
• Payment mode: Online only
• Fee once paid will not be refunded under any circumstances.

Selection Process

Selection is done in up to 3 stages:

1. Preliminary Test (if conducted): Held only if the number of applicants is very high. Covers General Awareness (15 marks), English Language and Grammar (20 marks), and Computer Awareness (15 marks) — total 50 marks in 30 minutes. Minimum qualifying marks: 20. Top 10x candidates per category move to the Written Test. Marks in this test do NOT count in the final merit list.
2. Written Test — Part A (MCQ Based, 50 marks, 30 minutes): Objective questions on English Language & Grammar (15 marks), Hindi Language & Grammar (10 marks), Computer Awareness (15 marks), and Reasoning & Quantitative Aptitude (10 marks). Minimum qualifying marks: 20. No negative marking. Question paper available in both English and Hindi (except the English Language section).
3. Written Test — Part B: English Computer Typing Test (100 marks, 10 minutes): You need to type 400 words in 10 minutes (40 WPM). Minimum accuracy required: 90%.
4. Written Test — Part C: Hindi Computer Typing Test (100 marks, 10 minutes): You need to type 300 words in 10 minutes (30 WPM). Minimum accuracy required: 85%. Keyboard layout: Remington Gail, Font: Mangal.
5. Interview (10 marks): Top 3x candidates per vacancy (category-wise) are called. Minimum qualifying marks: 3. Attendance is mandatory — absent candidates will not be included in the final merit list.

Final merit is based on total marks in Written Test (Part A + B + C) + Interview = 260 marks. You must qualify all parts individually.

How to Apply

1. Go to the official website at patnahighcourt.gov.in.
2. Click on the "Recruitments" tab in the left-hand menu.
3. Click on "Computer Operator-cum-Typist Recruitment Examination, 2026".
4. Click "Apply Online" and then "New Registration".
5. Fill in your personal details (name, DOB, gender, mobile, email). OTP verification will generate your registration number and password.
6. Login and fill in additional details, communication address, and qualification details.
7. Upload all required documents (photo, signature, certificates) in JPG/JPEG format.
8. Preview your application, then submit it.
9. Pay the application fee online before 19 May 2026.
10. Take a printout of the submitted application form and keep it for document verification.

Note: The application submission window closes on 16 May 2026. Fee payment is open until 19 May 2026 for candidates who submitted their form by 16 May 2026.

Important Dates

• Notification Date: 10 April 2026
• Application Start Date: 17 April 2026
• Last Date to Submit Application: 16 May 2026
• Last Date for Online Fee Payment: 19 May 2026
• Exam Date: To be notified later

• Handle data entry and computer-based work assigned by the court or officer in charge
• Type official court documents, orders, and correspondence in English and Hindi
• Maintain digital records, registers, and case-related files accurately
• Assist in preparing reports, statements, and other official documents using MS Office
• Operate computer systems and ensure proper upkeep of hardware and software
• Follow court procedures and maintain confidentiality of all judicial records
• Support administrative staff with data management and office tasks as directed