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Ex-Cadre Assistant

Patna High Court · India

Total vacancies68
Minimum qualificationGraduate, Diploma in Computer Application
Job locationIndia
Application modeonline
Advertisement no.PHC/03/2026

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What this recruitment is about

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Patna High Court is recruiting for Ex-Cadre Assistant with 68 advertised vacancies. The application deadline recorded for this recruitment is 27-08-26. Candidates should confirm the post-wise qualification, age, experience and category conditions before applying.

OrganisationPatna High Court
PostsEx-Cadre Assistant
Vacancies68
QualificationGraduate, Diploma in Computer Application
LocationIndia
Last date27-08-26

Post-wise opening

Vacancy and eligibility details

PostVacanciesQualificationAgePay scale
Post 1Ex-Cadre Assistant (Unreserved)
29
Graduate in any discipline from a recognized University/Institution + Diploma/Certificate of at least 6 months in Computer Application
18-37 years (Male), 18-40 years (Female)
Level-4 (₹25,500/- to ₹81,100/-) of 7th PRC pay matrix
Post 2Ex-Cadre Assistant (Scheduled Castes - SC)
11
Graduate in any discipline from a recognized University/Institution + Diploma/Certificate of at least 6 months in Computer Application
18-42 years (Male & Female)
Level-4 (₹25,500/- to ₹81,100/-) of 7th PRC pay matrix
Post 3Ex-Cadre Assistant (Scheduled Tribes - ST)
01
Graduate in any discipline from a recognized University/Institution + Diploma/Certificate of at least 6 months in Computer Application
18-42 years (Male & Female)
Level-4 (₹25,500/- to ₹81,100/-) of 7th PRC pay matrix
Post 4Ex-Cadre Assistant (Extremely Backward Classes - EBC)
12
Graduate in any discipline from a recognized University/Institution + Diploma/Certificate of at least 6 months in Computer Application
18-40 years (Male & Female)
Level-4 (₹25,500/- to ₹81,100/-) of 7th PRC pay matrix
Post 5Ex-Cadre Assistant (Backward Classes - BC)
08
Graduate in any discipline from a recognized University/Institution + Diploma/Certificate of at least 6 months in Computer Application
18-40 years (Male & Female)
Level-4 (₹25,500/- to ₹81,100/-) of 7th PRC pay matrix
Post 6Ex-Cadre Assistant (Economically Weaker Sections - EWS)
07
Graduate in any discipline from a recognized University/Institution + Diploma/Certificate of at least 6 months in Computer Application
18-37 years (Male), 18-40 years (Female)
Level-4 (₹25,500/- to ₹81,100/-) of 7th PRC pay matrix

Eligibility at a glance

Can you apply?

QualificationGraduate, Diploma in Computer ApplicationSee the post-wise table above for the exact degree, subject and experience required for each post.
Age limitEx-Cadre Assistant (Unreserved): 18-37 years (Male), 18-40 years (Female); Ex-Cadre Assistant (Scheduled Castes - SC): 18-42 years (Male & Female); Ex-Cadre Assistant (Scheduled Tribes - ST): 18-42 years (Male & Female); Ex-Cadre Assistant (Extremely Backward Classes - EBC): 18-40 years (Male & Female); Ex-Cadre Assistant (Backward Classes - BC): 18-40 years (Male & Female); Ex-Cadre Assistant (Economically Weaker Sections - EWS): 18-37 years (Male), 18-40 years (Female)
Application fee
  • Unreserved / BC / EBC / EWS: ₹1500/-
  • SC / ST / Locomotor Disabled: ₹750/-
Salary / pay scaleEx-Cadre Assistant (Unreserved): Level-4 (₹25,500/- to ₹81,100/-) of 7th PRC pay matrix; Ex-Cadre Assistant (Scheduled Castes - SC): Level-4 (₹25,500/- to ₹81,100/-) of 7th PRC pay matrix; Ex-Cadre Assistant (Scheduled Tribes - ST): Level-4 (₹25,500/- to ₹81,100/-) of 7th PRC pay matrix; Ex-Cadre Assistant (Extremely Backward Classes - EBC): Level-4 (₹25,500/- to ₹81,100/-) of 7th PRC pay matrix; Ex-Cadre Assistant (Backward Classes - BC): Level-4 (₹25,500/- to ₹81,100/-) of 7th PRC pay matrix; Ex-Cadre Assistant (Economically Weaker Sections - EWS): Level-4 (₹25,500/- to ₹81,100/-) of 7th PRC pay matrix
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Only verified facts are shown.Conditions that could not be read reliably are omitted here; check the official advertisement for category relaxation, experience and cut-off-date rules.

Deadline watch

Important dates

16 DAYS LEFT27-08-26
Commencement of Online Application Submission28/07/2026

Recruitment journey

Selection process

  1. 1Stage 1 – Preliminary/Screening Test (if applicable): MCQ-based test of 50 marks (60 minutes) covering General English (20 marks), Reasoning & Quantitative Aptitude (20 marks), and General Awareness (10 marks). Minimum qualifying marks: 40% (20 marks). Conducted only if the number of applicants is high. Marks not counted in final merit list.
  2. 2Stage 2 – Written Test: MCQ-based test of 100 marks (90 minutes) covering General English (30), Reasoning & Quantitative Aptitude (30), General Awareness (20), General Hindi (10), and Computer Awareness (10). Minimum qualifying marks: 40% (40 marks). Negative marking of 0.25 marks per wrong answer.
  3. 3Stage 3 – Computer Proficiency Test: 50 marks (30 minutes) covering Word Processing (20), Spread Sheets (20), and Internet Proficiency (10). Minimum qualifying marks: 40% (20 marks). Qualifying in nature.
  4. 4Stage 4 – Interview: 10 marks. Minimum qualifying marks: 30% (3 marks). Mandatory to appear.
  5. 5Final Merit List: Prepared on the basis of marks secured in Written Test and Interview combined.

Application guide

How to apply

  1. Visit the official website of Patna High Court at https://patnahighcourt.gov.in.
  2. Click on the ‘Recruitments’ tab in the left-hand menu column.
  3. Click on the link ‘Ex-Cadre Assistant Recruitment Examination, 2026’.
  4. Click on ‘Apply Online’ and then click on ‘New Registration’.
  5. Fill in your Full Name, Father’s Name, Mother’s Name, Gender, Reservation Category, Date of Birth, Mobile Number, Email ID etc. and submit the registration form.
  6. Note the Registration Number and Password sent via SMS/Email and login.
  7. Fill in Personal Details and click ‘Submit’, then fill in Education Details and click ‘Submit’.
  8. Capture your live photograph as per the instructions provided.
  9. Upload all required documents: Scanned signature, Matriculation Certificate & Marksheet, Graduation Certificate & Marksheet, Computer Diploma/Certificate, NOC (if applicable), Identity Proof, Domicile Certificate (if applicable), Caste/NCL/EWS Certificate (if applicable), Disability Certificate (if applicable), and other relevant documents.
  10. Preview the application form on the Print Preview Page, verify all details, check the checkbox, and proceed to payment.
  11. Pay the application fee online (link active from 28.07.2026 to 27.08.2026, and again on 29.08.2026 and 30.08.2026).
  12. After payment, the application form is finally submitted. No changes are allowed after payment.
  13. Take a printout of the finally submitted online application form with payment details and retain it for future reference.
Documents and additional conditions

Other Important Information: Total Vacancies: 68 posts of Ex-Cadre Assistant (Group-C), including 23 posts horizontally reserved for women and 03 posts for Locomotor Disabled candidates (4% horizontal reservation). Probation Period: Initially appointed on probation for one year. Age Relaxation: 5 years for Central/Bihar Government employees; additional 10 years for Locomotor Disabled candidates over their respective category limit. Minimum Disability: Locomotor Disabled candidates must have at least 40% disability to claim reservation benefits. No Scribe/Extra Time: No provision for scribe or extra time for Locomotor Disabled candidates in any stage of examination. Examination Centres: Arrah, Bhagalpur, Darbhanga, Muzaffarpur, Patna, Purnea (Bihar). Candidates must choose 3 cities in order of preference. Helpline: +917353926663 | phcrect2025@gmail.com Preferential Qualification: Candidates who served in Territorial Army for minimum 2 years or hold NCC ‘B’ Certificate shall be given preference at interview stage, other things being equal. Reservation (Vertical): SC-16%, ST-1%, EBC-18%, BC-12%, EWS-10%. Reservation (Horizontal): Women-35%, Locomotor Disabled-4%. Certificate Validity: All uploaded certificates must be issued on or before 27.08.2026 and valid on the date of submission. Select List Validity: Valid for one year from date of approval, extendable by another year in case of exigency. Jurisdiction: All disputes fall within the jurisdiction of the High Court of Judicature at Patna only. RTI: No RTI applications entertained during recruitment; factual information provided only after declaration of final result. Record Retention: Examination records available for 365 days from declaration of final result.

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Where this information came from

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qualification DetailsOfficial document

Ex-Cadre Assistant (Unreserved): Graduate in any discipline from a recognized University/Institution + Diploma/Certificate of at least 6 months in Computer Application; Ex-Cadre Assistant (Scheduled Castes - SC): Graduate in any discipline from a recognized University/Institution + Diploma/Certificate of at least 6 months in Computer Application; Ex-Cadre Assistant (Scheduled Tribes - ST): Graduate in any discipline

age LimitOfficial document

Ex-Cadre Assistant (Unreserved): 18-37 years (Male), 18-40 years (Female); Ex-Cadre Assistant (Scheduled Castes - SC): 18-42 years (Male & Female); Ex-Cadre Assistant (Scheduled Tribes - ST): 18-42 years (Male & Female); Ex-Cadre Assistant (Extremely Backward Classes - EBC): 18-40 years (Male & Female); Ex-Cadre Assistant (Backward Classes - BC): 18-40 years (Male & Female); Ex-Cadre Assistant (Economically Weaker Se

application FeeOfficial document

Unreserved / BC / EBC / EWS: ₹1500/-; SC / ST / Locomotor Disabled: ₹750/-

salaryOfficial document

Ex-Cadre Assistant (Unreserved): Level-4 (₹25,500/- to ₹81,100/-) of 7th PRC pay matrix; Ex-Cadre Assistant (Scheduled Castes - SC): Level-4 (₹25,500/- to ₹81,100/-) of 7th PRC pay matrix; Ex-Cadre Assistant (Scheduled Tribes - ST): Level-4 (₹25,500/- to ₹81,100/-) of 7th PRC pay matrix; Ex-Cadre Assistant (Extremely Backward Classes - EBC): Level-4 (₹25,500/- to ₹81,100/-) of 7th PRC pay matrix; Ex-Cadre Assistant (

selection ProcessOfficial document

Stage 1 – Preliminary/Screening Test (if applicable): MCQ-based test of 50 marks (60 minutes) covering General English (20 marks), Reasoning & Quantitative Aptitude (20 marks), and General Awareness (10 marks). Minimum qualifying marks: 40% (20 marks). Conducted only if the number of applicants is high. Marks not counted in final merit list.; Stage 2 – Written Test: MCQ-based test of 100 marks (90 minutes) covering G

16 DAYS LEFT27-08-26
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