High Court of Judicature at patna Recruitment 2026: Patna High Court has recently announced a recruitment drive for the position of Ex-Cadre Assistant (Group-C Post) in Level-4. This recruitment is set to fill 68 posts.
Department: Patna High Court
Posts: Ex-Cadre Assistant (Group-C Post)
Total posts: 68
Eligibility: Graduate / Diploma / Computer Application
Age Limit: 18 years to 42 years
Last date: 27 August 2026
Apply Fee: ₹750 to ₹1500
Salary: ₹25,500/- to ₹81,100/-
Job Location: Patna
Apply Mode: Online
Note: – If you have any query regarding selection process then you must see the notification and read carefully.
Patna High Court Vacancy Details:
Total Vacancy: 68
Name of post: Ex-Cadre Assistant (Group-C Post) in Level-4
Patna High Court Eligibility Criteria: Graduate
Educational Criteria:
The applicant must possess following essential educational qualification/Computer Qualification as on 01.01.2026:
(a) Graduate in any discipline from a recognized University/ Institution.
(b) Diploma/ Certificate of at least six month’s Course in Computer Application from recognized Institution.
Age Limit: 18 years to 42 years
Age Relaxation:
Sl. No. Category Maximum Age
01 Unreserved & EWS (Male) : 37 years
02 Unreserved & EWS (Female) : 40 years
03 BC / EBC(Male & Female) : 40 years
04 SC/ ST (Male & Female) : 42 years
Patna High Court Application fee: ₹750 to ₹1500
Exam Pattern & Selection Process:
The “Ex-Cadre Assistant Recruitment Examination, 2026” shall be conducted in 03 (three) stages i.e. Written Test, Computer Proficiency Test and Interview. If the number of applicants is on the higher side, there shall be a ‘Preliminary/ Screening Test’ to shortlist the candidates for appearing at the Written Test. The Scheme of Examination shall be as follows:-
COMPUTER PROFICIENCY TEST
06 (six) times candidates of the total number of advertised vacancies (following the model roster point and the reservation policy adopted in the High Court) will be shortlisted for appearing in the Computer Proficiency Test on the basis of performance in the Written Test. However, all the candidates who have obtained marks equal to the marks obtained by the last candidate of their respective category will also be shortlisted for the Computer
Proficiency Test even if the total number of candidates called for crosses the three times criteria.
The Computer Proficiency Test will be qualifying in nature and shall include the following:-
a) Test of proficiency in Word processing:- This test will target to test the basic typing skill of the candidates as well as their basic knowledge of MS Word.
b) Test of proficiency in Spread Sheets:- This test will target to check the basic understanding of MS Excel.
c) Internet Proficiency:- This test will target to test the basic understanding of internet usage.
INTERVIEW
03 (three) times candidates of the total number of advertised vacancies (following the model roster point and the reservation policy adopted in the High Court) will be shortlisted for appearing in the Interview. However, all the candidates who have obtained
marks equal to the marks obtained by the last candidate of their respective category will also be shortlisted for the Interview even if the total number of candidates called for crosses the three times criteria.
The Interview shall be of 10 marks and the minimum qualifying marks shall be 03. It is mandatory for the candidates invited for interview to appear at the same else they will not be included in the merit list prepared for the final result.
The marks obtained by the candidates in the Written Test and Interview shall be considered for preparation of merit list.
Syllabus:
1. General English:- The questions will be designed to test the candidates’ understanding of the English language and literature, correct use of words, phrases and idioms and ability to write the languages correctly, precisely and effectively. The questions will ordinarily cover vocabulary, grammar, sentence structure, synonyms, antonyms and their correct usage, spot the error, fill in the blanks, spellings/ detecting mis-spelt words, idioms & phrases, one word substitution, improvement of sentences, active/ passive voice of verbs, conversion into direct/ indirect narration, shuffling of sentence parts, shuffling of sentences in a passage, cloze passage, comprehension passage etc.
2. Reasoning and Quantitative Aptitude:- It would include questions of both verbal and non-verbal type. This component may include questions on Analogy, Similarity and Difference, Space Visualization, Space Orientation, Problem Solving, Analysis, Visual Memory, Discrimination, Observation, Relationship Concept, Arithmetical Reasoning, Verbal and Figural Classification, Arithmetical Number Series, NonVerbal Series, Coding and decoding, statement conclusion, syllogistic reasoning etc.
In this section, questions will also be designed to test the ability of appropriate use of numbers and number sense of the candidates. The scope of the test will be Number System, Computation of Whole Numbers, Decimals, Fractions, relationship between numbers, Basic arithmetic operations, Percentage, Ratio and Proportion, Average, Interest, Profit and Loss, Time and Distance, Time and Work, Height and Distance, Mensuration etc.
3. General Awareness:- Questions in this component will be aimed at testing the candidates’ general awareness. Questions will be designed to test knowledge of current events and of such matters of every day observations and experience in their scientific aspect as may be expected from any educated person. The test will include questions relating to-
a) India and its neighbouring countries especially pertaining to History, Culture, Geography, Polity, Economy, General Policy and Scientific Research.
b) Current Affairs, Books and Authors, Sports, Important Schemes, Important Days, People in News, current events of national importance, National/ International Awards etc.
c) Awareness towards General Science and Environment applicable in day to day life and awareness of knowledge of social importance.
d) Bihar especially pertaining to its History, Culture, Geography, Economy, Polity and general awareness.
4. General Hindi :- The questions will be designed to test the candidates’understanding of the languages and literature, correct use of words, phrases and idioms and ability to write the languages correctly, precisely and effectively.
5. Computer Awareness:- The questions will be designed to test the General Computer awareness that is expected from a candidate for dispensing day to day official work. The questions will ordinarily cover Computer Operation Basics, Introduction to
Computer, Introduction to Operating System, Elements of word processing – MS Word, Elements of spread sheet – MS Excel, Elements of Power Point presentation – MS PowerPoint, Computer Communication and Internet, Protecting Computer from Virus.
Note:– Except the questions of ‘General English’ and ‘General Hindi’, the questions of remaining sections shall be both in English and Hindi languages. However, the English version shall always prevail in case of any discrepancy or inconsistency between English version and its Hindi Translation.
How to apply: Online
Patna High Court Recruitment 2026 Important Dates:
Starting date for online application: 28 July 2026
Last date for online application: 27 August 2026
Last date for payment of fee: 30 august 2026
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About : The High Court of Judicature at Patna is the official high court of the Indian state of Bihar. Established on February 3, 1916, it is located in Patna and holds a sanctioned strength of 53 judges. You can access case lists and daily updates on the Patna High Court Official Website.