PHHC Safai Sewak Mali Recruitment 2026 — 167 Vacancies

About This Job

High Court of Punjab and Haryana at Chandigarh is hiring 167 Safai Sewak and Mali posts. There are 75 Safai Sewak posts and 92 Mali posts on the High Court establishment. You need knowledge of Hindi and regional language, and preference is available for relevant gardening or sweeping experience. The last date to apply online is 30 June 2026 by 11:59 PM.

High Court of Punjab and Haryana Safai Sewak and Mali Recruitment 2026 - 167 Posts

High Court of Punjab and Haryana at Chandigarh has released Employment Notice No. 03/SS/ML/HC/2026 dated 09 June 2026 for Safai Sewak and Mali recruitment. The notice covers 75 Safai Sewak posts and 92 Mali posts, so both roles are covered in one listing. Selection is based on interview, though the High Court may use a suitable shortlisting method if many applications are received.

The job is for the High Court establishment at Chandigarh. Duty hours may go beyond normal working hours and may include odd-hour work when required. If you want to apply for both Safai Sewak and Mali, you need to submit separate applications for each post.

Vacancy Breakdown

Category-wise Safai Sewak Posts:

• General: 60 posts
• SC/ST/BC: 8 posts
• Ex-Servicemen: 4 posts
• PwD - Low Vision: 1 post
• PwD - Deaf and Dumb: 1 post
• PwD - Intellectually Disabled / Challenged (Mild IQ): 1 post

Category-wise Mali Posts:

• General: 74 posts
• SC/ST/BC: 9 posts
• Ex-Servicemen: 5 posts
• PwD - Low Vision: 1 post
• PwD - Deaf and Dumb: 1 post
• PwD - Intellectually Disabled / Challenged (Mild IQ): 1 post
• PwD combined merit post: 1 post from the combined merit list of the above three PwD categories

The number of vacancies may increase or decrease. The final recommendation count will depend on vacancies available when the merit list is prepared.

Who Can Apply?

• Language: You need knowledge of Hindi and regional language.
• Mali preference: Preference will be given if you have a diploma related to gardening from a recognised institute and/or 3 years experience as Gardener.
• Safai Sewak preference: Preference will be given if you have at least 3 years experience as Safai Sewak / Sweeper.
• Preference cut-off: Diploma or experience for preference must be held on or before 30 June 2026.
• Reserved category benefit: SC/ST/BC reservation and fee relaxation apply only for candidates with valid certificates from Punjab, Haryana or U.T. Chandigarh and domicile/permanent residence there.

Age Limit

• You should be at least 18 years and not more than 35 years as on 30 June 2026.
• Persons with Disability: Upper age relaxation of 10 years for notified PwD categories with at least 40% disability.
• Ex-Servicemen: Relaxation equal to defence service period plus 3 years.
• Eligibility conditions must be fulfilled by the last date of online application, 30 June 2026.

Salary

• The pay and allowances will be governed by the latest applicable rules and instructions issued by the Government of Punjab and adopted by the High Court for its employees.
• The detailed notice does not mention a fixed monthly pay scale or salary amount.

Application Fee

• General and SC/ST/BC of areas or states other than Punjab, Haryana and U.T. Chandigarh: Rs. 700
• SC/ST/BC of Punjab, Haryana and U.T. Chandigarh: Rs. 600
• Ex-Servicemen: Rs. 600
• PwD with at least 40% disability in notified categories: Rs. 600
• Dependents of Ex-Servicemen disabled/deceased during active operation: No application fee, if required proof is uploaded and produced later
• Payment mode: Online only; transaction charges are extra.

Selection Process (No Written Exam Mentioned)

The High Court will select candidates through interview. The notice says a suitable shortlisting method may be used if many applications are received.

1. Online application screening: Applications may be checked for age, category, documents and basic eligibility.
2. Shortlisting if required: The High Court may use suitable criteria and inform candidates at the proper time.
3. Interview: Date, time and venue will be notified on the official website.
4. Testimonials checking: Original documents and supporting affidavits will be checked as and when called by the High Court.

How to Apply

1. Go to the official recruitment/application portal linked by the High Court at phconapp.formflix.org.
2. Select the correct post: Safai Sewak or Mali.
3. Fill in personal details, category details, language details and preference information carefully.
4. Upload photograph, signature and required proof documents in the prescribed format.
5. Pay the application fee online, if applicable.
6. Submit the application before 30 June 2026, 11:59 PM.
7. Print the submitted application and keep it ready with supporting documents for testimonials checking.
8. If you want to apply for both posts, submit separate online applications.

Important Dates

• Employment Notice Date: 09 June 2026
• Online Application Start: 09 June 2026, 11:59 PM
• Last Date for Online Registration: 30 June 2026, 11:59 PM
• Interview Date: To be announced on the official website
• E-Admit Card Date: To be announced on the official website

• Keep the assigned High Court premises clean, orderly and safe for daily use
• Handle sweeping, sanitation or gardening duties as assigned for the post
• Maintain garden areas, plants, pathways and related outdoor spaces for Mali duties
• Follow duty timings, including extended or odd-hour duty when required
• Assist establishment staff during court working days, events and maintenance activities
• Report cleanliness, garden or maintenance issues to the supervising staff
• Follow High Court workplace rules, discipline and safety instructions