🔔Overview
Delhi High Court has invited online applications for the Junior Judicial Assistant / Restorer (Open) Examination 2026. A total of 152 Group ‘B’ vacancies are available under the 6th Level of Pay Matrix as per the 7th CPC.
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Recruitment Name: Junior Judicial Assistant / Restorer (Open) Examination – 2026
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Conducting Body: High Court of Delhi, New Delhi
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Application Mode: Online only
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Official Website: www.delhihighcourt.nic.in
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Date & Time |
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| Online Application Start Date | 04 February 2026 (11:00 AM) |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 23 February 2026 (11:00 PM) |
| Last Date for Online Fee Payment | 23 February 2026 (11:55 PM) |
| Application Correction Window Closes | 27 February 2026 (08:00 PM) |
| Date of Examination | To be announced |
📌 Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit (as on 01.01.2026)
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Minimum Age: 18 years
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Maximum Age: 32 years
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Date of Birth must be between 02.01.1994 and 01.01.2008
Age Relaxation:
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SC/ST: 5 years
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OBC (NCL): 3 years
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PwBD: As per category (up to 15 years)
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Ex-Servicemen: As per rules
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Delhi High Court employees: No upper age limit (conditions apply)
Educational Qualification
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Graduate from a recognized University
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English typing speed of minimum 35 words per minute on computer
Nationality
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Citizen of India
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Subjects of Nepal with eligibility certificate issued by Government of India
Other Requirements
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Typing skill is mandatory
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All qualifications must be possessed on or before 23.02.2026
📊 Vacancy Details
Total Vacancies: 152
| Category | Vacancies |
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| General (UR) | 62 |
| EWS | 12 |
| OBC (NCL) | 44 |
| SC | 20 |
| ST | 14 |
| Total | 152 |
PwBD Reservation:
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Total PwBD vacancies: 10 (horizontal reservation across categories)
💰 Pay Scale
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Post Classification: Group ‘B’
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Pay Level: Level-6 of Pay Matrix (7th CPC)
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Salary: As per Delhi High Court rules applicable to Level-6 posts
📚 Exam Scheme
Stage I – Preliminary Examination (CBT) – Qualifying
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Total Questions: 120
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Total Marks: 120
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Duration: 120 minutes
Subjects & Marks
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English Language & Comprehension – 45 marks
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General Awareness & Current Affairs – 45 marks
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Reasoning & Numerical Ability – 30 marks
Negative Marking:
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25% (0.25 mark deducted for each wrong answer)
Qualifying Marks
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General: 60 marks
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Reserved Categories & PwBD: 54 marks
Stage II – Main Examination (Descriptive)
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Total Marks: 100
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Duration: 120 minutes
Paper Structure
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Essay & Letter Writing – 50 marks
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Grammar & Translation – 50 marks
Minimum Qualifying Marks
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General: 50%
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Reserved Categories: 45%
Stage III – English Typing Test (Qualifying)
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Duration: 10 minutes
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Speed Requirement: 35 WPM
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Maximum permissible errors: 3%
Stage IV – Interview
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Maximum Marks: 15
Final Merit List:
Prepared based on Main Examination + Interview marks only
📝 Application Process
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Visit the official Delhi High Court website
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Register using a valid email ID and mobile number
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Fill the online application form carefully
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Upload required documents:
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Recent passport-size photograph
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Signature
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Thumb impression
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Pay the application fee online
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Submit the application and download the confirmation page
📌 Key Instructions for Candidates
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Applications are accepted only in online mode
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Ensure all details match official certificates
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No offline or late applications will be accepted
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Keep copies of application form, fee receipt, and confirmation page
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Admit card and exam updates will be published on the official website only
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Preliminary exam and typing test are qualifying in nature
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No re-evaluation or re-checking of answer sheets is allowed