High Court of Punjab and Haryana Driver Recruitment 2026 – 25 Posts

High Court of Punjab and Haryana Driver Recruitment 2026

The High Court of Punjab and Haryana, Chandigarh has invited online applications for 25 posts of Driver on its establishment. This article covers the vacancy details, eligibility, fee, selection process and how to apply.

HC Punjab and Haryana Driver Recruitment 2026 – Overview

Category-wise Vacancy Details

The number of vacancies may increase or decrease depending upon the number of vacancies as on the date of preparation of the merit list. The number of candidates to be recommended will be decided by the High Court.

Qualification and Experience

• The candidate should be at least 10+2 pass, with Punjabi or Hindi as one of the subjects in the matriculation examination.
• The candidate must possess a valid Light Motor Vehicle (LMV) driving licence. No presumption of eligibility to drive an LMV will be made on the basis of any other higher category endorsed on the licence.
• The candidate should not have been convicted for negligent driving, and must have a minimum of 2 years’ experience driving a car.

Age Limit

Candidates in all categories should not be less than 18 years and not more than 35 years of age as on 18 September 2026. For Ex-Servicemen, the upper age limit is relaxed by the number of years equal to their defence service, plus 3 years.

Application Fee

Online transaction charges will be levied extra, and the fee once paid will not be refunded.

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Selection Process

• Any suitable shortlisting criteria may be used depending on the number of applications received, and will be informed to candidates through a public notice.
• Provisionally shortlisted candidates will be called for a Practical Test-cum-Interview. Selection to the post of Driver is made on the basis of performance in this test.
• Mere selection through the Practical Test-cum-Interview does not give any candidate a right to claim appointment.
• Candidates proposed to be appointed will undergo a trial period, during which they will be paid remuneration at rates applicable to daily wagers, as approved by the Deputy Commissioner, Chandigarh. Confirmation depends on satisfactory completion of this trial period.

How to Apply

1. Visit the official High Court of Punjab and Haryana website and open the online application link for Employment Notice No. 04/DRV/HC/2026.
2. Fill in the online application form with your personal, educational and category details.
3. Pay the applicable application fee online, which is non-refundable.
4. Submit the online application on or before 18 September 2026, 11:59 PM.
5. Keep a printout of the submitted application form ready, along with supporting documents such as Driving Licence, Qualification Certificates, Experience Certificate and Caste Certificate, to be produced at the time of testimonials checking.

Important Terms and Conditions

• Reservation and fee relaxation for SC/ST/BC candidates is available only to those who hold a certificate issued by the State of Punjab, Haryana or Chandigarh, and are domiciled residents of these States/UT.
• Candidates working in Government or Semi-Government Departments must submit a Forwarding Letter/No Objection Certificate from their Head of Department at the time of testimonials checking, and the High Court may seek a fresh NOC before giving appointment.
• Candidates must submit an undertaking confirming they have never been convicted for rash or negligent driving, and no such proceeding is pending against them.
• Candidates must furnish an experience certificate showing at least 2 years of car-driving experience.
• Selected candidates may be posted at Delhi or in any district of Punjab and Haryana, without any extra perks or allowance for such posting.
• Duty hours may extend beyond normal working hours and even to odd hours.

About This Recruitment

The High Court of Punjab and Haryana at Chandigarh maintains a fleet of official vehicles used by judges, officers and staff for court-related travel across Punjab, Haryana and Chandigarh, and occasionally Delhi. This recruitment adds 25 Drivers to the High Court establishment, filling a role that requires not just a valid licence but genuine, verified driving experience and a clean record, given the responsibility of transporting judicial officers safely.

What This Role Involves

A Driver at the High Court is responsible for the safe and timely transport of officers and staff, often over long distances and sometimes at short notice, given that duty hours may extend to odd hours. Since candidates must produce an experience certificate proving at least 2 years of car-driving experience and must not have any negligent-driving conviction on record, the High Court places clear emphasis on road safety and reliability while selecting for this post.

Preparing for the Practical Test-cum-Interview

Since selection depends entirely on performance in the Practical Test-cum-Interview, candidates should ensure their driving skills are sharp and their documentation is complete well before the test date is announced on the High Court website. Candidates relying on a Military-issued driving licence should especially note that they will need to produce an additional certificate confirming the licence meets the prescribed requirements, so arranging this document early can save time during the verification stage.

Documents to Keep Ready

Since documents are checked only at the testimonials stage or when the High Court calls candidates, it still pays to gather everything early: proof of age and 10+2 qualification, valid LMV driving licence, a genuine 2-year car-driving experience certificate, and caste certificate if claiming reservation. Candidates currently working in Government or Semi-Government offices should also request their No Objection Certificate from their employer well in advance, since failure to produce this document in original at the testimonials stage leads to cancellation of candidature.

Important Links

• Notification PDF
• Official Website
• NaukriPatra App
• WhatsApp Channel
• Telegram Channel

Why Experience and a Clean Record Matter Here

Unlike many government posts where a licence alone is enough on paper, this recruitment specifically asks for a genuine 2-year track record of driving a car and a clean history with no negligent-driving conviction. This reflects the nature of the job: a High Court Driver may be entrusted with transporting judicial officers over long routes, sometimes at odd hours, so the emphasis on verified experience and a clean driving record is meant to reduce risk on the road rather than being a mere formality.

Checking Updates Regularly

Since the date of the Practical Test-cum-Interview, along with any corrigendum or additional instructions, will only be notified on the High Court’s official website, candidates should make it a habit to check www.highcourtchd.gov.in regularly after applying, rather than waiting for a separate communication. E-Admit Cards are issued only through the website and by email or SMS, and are not sent by post, so keeping the registered email account, including the spam folder, under regular watch is equally important through the recruitment process.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. How many posts are advertised for Driver at the High Court of Punjab and Haryana?

25 posts.

2. What is the last date to apply?

18 September 2026, 11:59 PM.

3. What qualification is required?

10+2 pass, with Punjabi or Hindi as one of the matriculation subjects, plus a valid LMV driving licence.

4. How much driving experience is needed?

A minimum of 2 years’ experience driving a car.

5. What is the age limit?

18 to 35 years as on 18 September 2026, with relaxation for Ex-Servicemen.

6. What is the application fee?

Rs. 1,000/- for General and SC/ST/BC candidates from outside Punjab, Haryana and Chandigarh, and Rs. 800/- for SC/ST/BC and Ex-Servicemen from these States/UT.

7. What is the selection process?

A Practical Test-cum-Interview; final selection is based on performance in this test.

8. Can a candidate with a negligent driving conviction apply?

No, candidates must submit an undertaking that they have not been convicted of any offence for negligent driving.

9. Can Government employees apply for this post?

Yes, but they must submit a No Objection Certificate from their Head of Department.

10. Where can a selected Driver be posted?

At Delhi or in any district of Punjab and Haryana, without extra perks or allowance for such posting.

11. Is there a trial period after selection?

Yes, candidates work on a trial period first, paid at daily-wager rates, before confirmation.

12. Is a Military-issued driving licence accepted?

Yes, but the candidate must produce an additional certificate from the Competent Authority confirming the licence meets the prescribed requirements.

13. Are duty hours fixed for this post?

No, duty hours may extend beyond normal working hours and even to odd hours.

14. How will candidates get their admit card?

By downloading it from the official High Court website; admit cards are not sent by post.

15. Where can candidates apply?

Online, through the official High Court of Punjab and Haryana website, www.highcourtchd.gov.in.