MP High Court Assistant Grade-III Recruitment 2026

MP High Court Assistant Grade-III Recruitment 2026 – Overview

Madhya Pradesh High Court, Jabalpur, has released Advertisement No. 614/Pariksha/2026 dated 14 August 2026, inviting online applications for direct recruitment to 1174 vacant posts of Assistant Grade-III at the establishments of District and Sessions Courts across Madhya Pradesh. The online application deadline is 15 September 2026, 5:00 PM — this closes TODAY, so eligible candidates must apply immediately.

MP High Court Assistant Grade-III 2026 – Overview Table

Category-wise Vacancy Breakup

Note: OBC reservation is subject to pending litigation (Writ Petition No. 5901/2019 and connected matters before the MP High Court) regarding the increase from 14% to 27%. Per interim court directions, results will be declared in two parts — 87% of posts (1021) on the main result and 13% (153) on a provisional result, with final OBC-category selections subject to the outcome of the pending litigation.

Horizontal Reservation

Eligibility Criteria

• Graduation in any discipline from a recognized university.
• CPCT (Computer Proficiency Certification Test) score card from MAP-IT or an equivalent MP Government recognized agency, OR a 1-year Diploma in Computer Application from an MP Government recognized institution.
• Minimum age: 18 years as on 01.01.2026.
• Maximum age: 40 years (UR/EWS male, MP and other states); 45 years (OBC/SC/ST male & female from MP, MP government/corporation employees, all women, and all PwBD candidates).
• Reservation and maximum age relaxation benefits apply only to bonafide residents of Madhya Pradesh; candidates from other states in OBC/SC/ST/EWS categories must apply as Unreserved (UR).
• Candidates with more than one living spouse, or more than 2 children (with one born on or after 26 January 2001), are not eligible, per Madhya Pradesh Civil Service (General Conditions of Service) Rules, 1961.
• Physical fitness certificate from the District Medical Board is required within 30 days of appointment.

Application Fee

Selection Process

• Stage 1 – Online Preliminary Examination: 100 MCQ-type questions, 100 marks, 120 minutes. Sections: General Knowledge & General Science (incl. MP GK) – 20 marks, Maths & Logical Reasoning – 20 marks, General Hindi – 20 marks, English Knowledge – 20 marks, Computer Knowledge – 20 marks.
• Stage 2 – Hindi Typing Skill Test: 50 marks, for candidates shortlisted based on Preliminary Exam performance.
• Exam centres: Jabalpur, Bhopal, Indore, Gwalior, Sagar, Satna, Ujjain (subject to logistical requirements).
• Admit cards will be available approximately 7 days before the exam date on the MP High Court website.

How to Apply

1. Visit the official MP High Court website: www.mphc.gov.in
2. Navigate to “Recruitment/Result” then “Click on-Online Application Forms/Admit Cards”.
3. Complete Registration first (mobile/email OTP-based User-ID and Password generation), then fill the Application form with personal, educational, and category details, uploading photo and signature.
4. Preview and submit the form, then pay the applicable fee via debit card or internet banking.
5. Download and retain a printout of your submitted application form.
6. Application deadline: 15 September 2026, 5:00 PM (TODAY) — corrections permitted only from 19-21 September 2026.

Terms and Conditions

• Candidates must submit an NOC from their department if currently employed with a government/public/autonomous body, before appearing in the exam.
• Any candidate providing false information or concealing material facts (educational qualification, reservation, pending criminal cases, government employee NOC) will have their candidature cancelled at any stage.
• Use of unfair means, impersonation, possession of banned items (mobile phones, smartwatches, calculators, etc.) at the exam centre leads to immediate disqualification and debarment, with possible prosecution under the Madhya Pradesh Recognised Examinations Act, 1937 (up to 3 years imprisonment).
• Mere issuance of an admit card does not confirm eligibility; candidature remains provisional until final verification.
• The Chief Justice, MP High Court, holds full authority to amend or cancel the selection process.

Why This Recruitment Is Significant

With 1174 vacancies, this is one of the largest judicial-branch clerical recruitment drives in Madhya Pradesh in recent years, offering graduates a stable Central-scale government career within the state’s District and Sessions Court establishments. Given the modest eligibility bar (any graduation + CPCT/computer diploma) and no domicile restriction on applying (though reservation benefits are MP-specific), this is an accessible opportunity for a large pool of candidates across the state and beyond.

Understanding the OBC Reservation Litigation

Candidates should be aware that Madhya Pradesh’s OBC reservation percentage (increased from 14% to 27% under the 2019 amendment) remains under legal challenge in Writ Petition No. 5901/2019 and connected matters before the MP High Court. As a result, this recruitment’s results will be declared in two tranches — a main result covering 87% of posts, and a provisional result for the remaining 13% (which includes the additional OBC quota and a corresponding General category adjustment) — with final OBC-category appointments subject to the eventual court ruling.

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About Madhya Pradesh High Court

Madhya Pradesh High Court, headquartered at Jabalpur, is the apex judicial body for the state, overseeing recruitment for administrative and clerical staff across its own establishment as well as subordinate District and Sessions Courts throughout Madhya Pradesh under the Madhya Pradesh District Court Establishment (Recruitment & Conditions of Service) Rules, 2016.

Final Word

This MP High Court Assistant Grade-III recruitment offers 1174 posts across District and Sessions Courts in Madhya Pradesh, with a straightforward graduation + computer qualification eligibility bar. Given the application deadline closes today, 15 September 2026, at 5:00 PM, eligible candidates should complete their online application at mphc.gov.in immediately without delay.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. How many Assistant Grade-III posts are advertised by MP High Court?

1174 posts across District and Sessions Courts in Madhya Pradesh.

2. What is the last date to apply?

15 September 2026, 5:00 PM — today.

3. What is the essential qualification?

Graduation in any discipline plus a CPCT score card or 1-year Diploma in Computer Application.

4. What is the age limit?

18-40 years for UR/EWS males; up to 45 years for OBC/SC/ST, all women, PwBD candidates, and MP government employees.

5. What is the application fee?

Rs 943.40 for UR/outside-MP candidates; Rs 743.40 for MP-resident SC/ST/OBC/EWS and all PwBD candidates.

6. What is the selection process?

Online Preliminary Exam (100 marks) followed by a Hindi Typing Skill Test (50 marks).

7. What is the pay scale?

Rs 5,200-20,200 + Grade Pay 1,900 (6th CPC); Rs 19,500-62,000 (7th CPC Pay Matrix).

8. Can candidates from outside Madhya Pradesh apply?

Yes, but they will be treated as Unreserved (UR) category with no reservation or age relaxation benefits.

9. Is there a restriction on the number of children?

Yes, candidates with more than 2 children (with one born on or after 26 January 2001) are not eligible.

10. Why is OBC reservation subject to a provisional result?

Because Madhya Pradesh’s OBC reservation increase from 14% to 27% is under legal challenge; results are split into main (87%) and provisional (13%) parts pending the court’s final decision.

11. Can the application be corrected after submission?

Yes, but only during the specified correction window of 19-21 September 2026.

12. What exam centres are available?

Jabalpur, Bhopal, Indore, Gwalior, Sagar, Satna, and Ujjain.