Surguja District Court Recruitment 2026: Assistant Grade-3 & Bhrutya (5 Posts)

The Office of Principal District & Sessions Judge, Surguja (Ambikapur), Chhattisgarh, has released Advertisement No. 2234/do-11-1/2025 dated 22 July 2026, inviting applications for direct recruitment to 5 posts of Assistant Grade-3 and Bhrutya (Peon), under the Chhattisgarh District Judiciary Establishment (Recruitment and Service Conditions) Employee Rules-2023.

Eligible candidates can submit applications from 23 July 2026, 11:00 AM, via the drop box kept at the office, by 13 August 2026, 5:00 PM. This article covers the complete eligibility criteria, age limit, selection process, and application procedure for the Surguja District Court Recruitment 2026.

Surguja District Court Recruitment 2026: Highlights

Post-Wise Vacancy Details

Who Can Apply

Assistant Grade-3 — Educational Qualification

• Graduation from a recognized university.
• 1-year Computer Diploma from a recognized Board/University.
• Knowledge of Hindi and English typing on computer.
• Knowledge of Chhattisgarhi (local dialect)/local language is expected.

Bhrutya (Peon) — Educational Qualification

• Pre-Middle School, i.e., Class 8th pass from a recognized Board.
• Knowledge of Chhattisgarhi (local dialect)/local language is expected.

Age Limit

Every candidate must be at least 18 years and not more than 30 years old as on 1 January 2026. Chhattisgarh local/permanent residents get a higher maximum age limit of 40 years. Candidates from outside Chhattisgarh get a maximum age limit of 30 years. In no circumstance shall the maximum age exceed 45 years, even after applying all relaxations.

Selection Process

For Assistant Grade-3

Phase 1: Written Test — 50 objective-type multiple-choice questions (100 marks) covering Hindi, English, Computer knowledge, General Knowledge, and Chhattisgarhi (local language). No negative marking.

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Candidates are called for the Skill Test in the ratio of 1:15 per category based on written test merit (all candidates with equal marks at the cut-off rank are also called).

Phase 2: Skill Test — Hindi passage typing (250 words in 10 minutes, 50 marks) and English passage typing (300 words in 10 minutes, 50 marks), conducted on Ubuntu Linux. 1/5th mark deducted for each error, including heading, bold, paragraph, and setting errors.

For Bhrutya (Peon)

Phase 1: Written Test — 50 objective-type multiple-choice questions (100 marks) covering Hindi, English, General Knowledge, and Chhattisgarhi (local language). No negative marking.

Candidates are called for the Suitability Test in the ratio of 1:5 per category based on written test merit.

Phase 2: Suitability Test — 50 marks, document verification is conducted before or after this test.

For both posts, category-wise merit lists and waiting lists are prepared based on the final stage marks. The waiting list is valid for 1 year from the date of result declaration. In case of a tie, priority is given to the candidate with an earlier date of birth; if that is also equal, priority is given based on English alphabetical order of the candidate’s name.

Documents Required

• High School/Higher Secondary certificate for date of birth proof
• Graduation marksheet and certificate (for Assistant Grade-3)
• 1-year Computer Diploma certificate (for Assistant Grade-3)
• Class 8th certificate (for Bhrutya)
• Category certificate (SC/ST/OBC), issued by competent authority, for reserved category candidates
• Chhattisgarh local residence certificate
• Live employment exchange registration certificate
• Disability certificate, if applicable

Important Dates

How to Apply

1. Download the prescribed application format from the official website, surguja.dcourts.gov.in.
2. Fill in the application form completely in the prescribed format, using only a blue ballpoint/dot pen.
3. Affix a self-attested recent colour passport-size photograph.
4. Attach self-attested copies of certificates for date of birth, educational qualification, category, residence, and live employment registration.
5. Submit the completed, sealed application clearly marked with the applied post (Assistant Grade-3/Bhrutya) in the drop box kept at the Office of Principal District & Sessions Judge, Surguja (Ambikapur), before 13 August 2026, 5:00 PM.
6. Applications sent via registered post, speed post, courier, email, or fax will not be accepted.
7. Candidates applying for more than one post must submit separate applications in separate envelopes for each post.

Why You Should Apply for This Post

This recruitment offers 5 stable government job vacancies in the Chhattisgarh judiciary at Surguja (Ambikapur), suitable for both graduates (Assistant Grade-3) and 8th-pass candidates (Bhrutya), with defined pay scales and a clear promotion path within the district judiciary establishment.

Preparation Tips

Since there is no negative marking in the written test for either post, candidates should attempt all questions. For the Skill Test (Assistant Grade-3), candidates should practice both Hindi (250 words) and English (300 words) typing on Ubuntu Linux, as formatting errors (heading, bold, paragraph) carry the same penalty as typing mistakes.

Important Links

• Official Website / Download Application Format
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

How many total vacancies are there in Surguja District Court Recruitment 2026?

5 vacancies: 2 Assistant Grade-3 and 3 Bhrutya (Peon).

What is the last date to apply for Surguja District Court Recruitment 2026?

The last date to submit the application is 13 August 2026, 5:00 PM.

What is the age limit for this recruitment?

18 to 30 years as on 1 January 2026, with the maximum extended to 40 years for Chhattisgarh local residents.

What is the educational qualification for Assistant Grade-3 and Bhrutya?

Assistant Grade-3 requires Graduation with a 1-year Computer Diploma and typing knowledge; Bhrutya (Peon) requires only Class 8th pass.

What is the mode of application?

Applications must be submitted in a sealed envelope via the drop box kept at the Office of Principal District & Sessions Judge, Surguja; postal, courier, and email applications are not accepted.

What is the selection process for this recruitment?

A Written Test followed by a Skill Test (for Assistant Grade-3, typing-based) or a Suitability Test (for Bhrutya).

Where can I download the official notification?

The official notification PDF is linked in the Important Links section above.