HP High Court Recruitment 2026: The High Court of Himachal Pradesh, Shimla has released Advertisement Notice No. HC-Advt./2026 (3) for recruitment to 15 regular posts of Librarian, Peon, Mali and Cook-cum-Attendant. The online application process will start on 27 September 2026 and the last date to submit the online application and examination fee is 27 October 2026 at 11:59 PM.
The recruitment is being conducted under the Himachal Pradesh High Court Officers and the Members of Staff (Recruitment, Promotion, Conditions of Service, Conduct & Appeal) Rules, 2015.
HP High Court Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Organization | High Court of Himachal Pradesh |
| Advertisement No. | HC-Advt./2026 (3) |
| Post Names | Librarian, Peon, Mali, Cook-cum-Attendant |
| Total Vacancies | 15 Posts |
| Job Type | Regular |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Online Application Start Date | 27 September 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 27 October 2026, 11:59 PM |
| Official Website | highcourt.hp.gov.in |
| Latest HP Govt Jobs | Click Here |
HP High Court Vacancy 2026
The post-wise vacancy details are as follows:
| Post Name | Total Posts |
|---|---|
| Librarian | 01 |
| Peon | 08 |
| Mali | 02 |
| Cook-cum-Attendant | 04 |
| Total | 15 |
| Post Name | Category-wise Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Librarian | 01-UR |
| Peon | 01-UR, 02-SC, 01-ST, 01-OBC, 01-EWS, 02-PH |
| Mali | 01-UR, 01-ST |
| Cook-cum-Attendant | 02-UR, 01-SC, 01-EWS |
HP High Court Recruitment 2026 Salary
| Post Name | Salary |
|---|---|
| Librarian | ₹35,600 – ₹1,12,800 |
| Peon | ₹18,000 – ₹56,900 |
| Mali | ₹18,000 – ₹56,900 |
| Cook-cum-Attendant | ₹18,000 – ₹56,900 |
Education Qualification
| Posts | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Librarian | Graduation with a Post Graduate Diploma in Library Science, or Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Library Science. 3 years’ experience as Library Attendant or on a higher post in the related field in any reputed organization, including a public institution. |
| Peon | 10th Pass |
| Mali | 10th Pass + 3 years’ experience in gardening, etc. |
| Cook-cum-Attendant | 10th Pass + 3 years’ experience in cooking in a government undertaking or reputed hotel |
HP High Court Recruitment 2026 Age Limit
The age will be calculated as on 01 January 2026.
| Category | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| UR & EWS | 18 to 45 years |
| Reserved categories of HP, where the post is reserved | 18 to 50 years |
| HP Government Employees | 18 to 50 years |
Five years’ upper-age relaxation is applicable to eligible bonafide SC, ST and OBC candidates of Himachal Pradesh and persons with benchmark disabilities of HP, where the post is reserved for the relevant category.
HP High Court Recruitment 2026 Application Fee
The examination fee is:
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| UR | ₹450/- including GST |
| SC/ST/OBC/EWS of Himachal Pradesh | ₹300/- including GST |
| PH category of HP, where the post is reserved for PH | ₹300/- including GST |
The fee must be paid only through online mode and the fee once paid will not be refunded.
HP High Court Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
The selection process differs according to the post.
Librarian
For Librarian, recruitment will be based on a competitive examination, and the final merit list will be drawn from the marks obtained in the written test.
Peon, Mali & Cook-cum-Attendant
For the Group-D posts, eligible candidates will be shortlisted in a 1:3 ratio for Evaluation/Document Verification. The merit calculation consists of:
- 85 marks based on marks obtained in the prescribed minimum educational qualification.
- 15 marks through evaluation under the prescribed criteria.
The final merit list will be based on educational qualification and evaluation marks.
Evaluation Criteria for Group-D Posts
The notification provides 15 evaluation marks under various criteria, including:
- Backward Area/Panchayat
- Landless family or family having less than one hectare of land
- Non-employment certificate
- Differently abled persons with more than 40% impairment/disability/infirmity
- NSS/NCC/Bharat Scouts and Guides/National-level sports
- BPL family
- Widow/divorced/destitute/single woman
- Single daughter/orphan
- Relevant experience in Government/Semi-Government organization
The notification specifies the individual marks assigned to these criteria.
Documents Required
Candidates are required to upload relevant documents with the online application, including:
- Essential educational qualification certificates
- Matriculation certificate as age proof
- Higher educational qualification, where applicable
- Experience certificate, wherever required
- Category certificates
- Other applicable certificates/documents
How to Apply for HP High Court Recruitment 2026?
Eligible candidates can apply online through the official High Court recruitment portal.
Step-by-Step Process
- Visit the High Court of Himachal Pradesh official website.
- Open the recruitment section or recruitment portal.
- Read the R&P Rules, 2015 and the recruitment advertisement carefully.
- Check your educational qualification, age, category and experience.
- Register/login on the recruitment portal.
- Fill out the Online Recruitment Application (ORA).
- Upload the required photograph, signature and certificates.
- Pay the applicable examination fee online.
- Submit the application before the deadline.
- Save/print the submitted application for future reference.
Applications will be accepted only through online mode. Applications submitted through any other mode will not be accepted.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement Date | 19 September 2026 |
| Online Application Starts | 27 September 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply & Pay Fee | 27 October 2026 |
| Closing Time | 11:59 PM |
HP High Court Recruitment 2026 Important Links
| Official Website | https://highcourt.hp.gov.in/ |
| Notification | Click Here |
| Apply Link | Apply Online ( 27 September 2026) |
| HP High Court Login Portal | Click Here |
FAQs – HP High Court Recruitment 2026
How many vacancies are available in HP High Court Recruitment 2026?
There are 15 regular vacancies for Librarian, Peon, Mali and Cook-cum-Attendant.
What is the last date to apply for HP High Court Recruitment 2026?
The last date for online application and fee submission is 27 October 2026 at 11:59 PM.
What is the qualification for HP High Court Peon Recruitment 2026?
Candidates must have passed Matriculation from a recognized Board.
What is the qualification for HP High Court Mali Recruitment 2026?
Candidates must have passed Matriculation and possess 3 years’ experience in gardening, etc.
What is the qualification for Cook-cum-Attendant?
Candidates must have passed Matriculation and have 3 years’ cooking experience in a government undertaking or reputed hotel.
What is the age limit?
The general age limit is 18–45 years for UR/EWS candidates. Eligible reserved categories of Himachal Pradesh and HP Government employees have an upper age limit of 50 years, subject to the conditions in the notification.
What is the application fee?
The fee is ₹450 for UR candidates and ₹300 for eligible reserved categories of Himachal Pradesh, including applicable PH category candidates.
When will HP High Court Recruitment 2026 applications start?
The online application process starts on 27 September 2026.
