MP High Court Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 1,174 Assistant Grade-3 Vacancies, Check Eligibility and Fee Details
A major career opportunity has arrived for graduate job seekers looking for prestigious government employment within the judicial sector. The Madhya Pradesh High Court has officially launched its recruitment drive to fill 1,174 vacant Assistant Grade-3 positions. The online application window opened on August 17, 2026, and will remain active until September 15, 2026. Candidates who successfully register will also have an official correction window from September 19 to September 21, 2026, to rectify any inadvertent errors in their application forms.
Essential Educational Qualifications and Age Limits
To successfully apply for the Assistant Grade-3 recruitment, candidates must meet specific academic and professional benchmarks set by the judiciary:
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Educational Qualification: Applicants must hold a bachelor's degree from a recognized university. Additionally, candidates are required to have passed the Madhya Pradesh Computer Proficiency Certification Test (CPCT) and possess a one-year diploma in computer applications.
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Age Limits: The applicant's age is calculated as of January 1, 2026, with a minimum age requirement of 18 years. The maximum age cap is set at 40 years for male candidates and 45 years for female applicants, with standard relaxations applicable for reserved categories.
Category-Wise Vacancy Breakdown
The recruitment drive encompasses a total of 1,174 openings, distributed thoughtfully across various social categories to ensure broad representation:
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Unreserved / General: 314 posts
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Other Backward Classes (OBC): 325 posts
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Economically Weaker Section (EWS): 118 posts
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Scheduled Castes (SC): 181 posts
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Scheduled Tribes (ST): 236 posts
Application Process and Fee Structure
Applications must be submitted exclusively through the official high court portal at portal.mphc.gov.in, as offline submissions or applications via alternative modes will not be entertained.
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General and Out-of-State Candidates: ₹943.40 application fee
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Reserved Categories (SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PH): ₹743.40 application fee
Selection Procedure and Exam Stages
The selection mechanism is designed to evaluate candidates on both general aptitude and practical clerical efficiency. The multi-stage process comprises:
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Online Preliminary Examination: An objective-type test assessing core knowledge across multiple subjects.
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Hindi Typing Skill Test: A practical typing evaluation mandatory for candidates who qualify through the preliminary written round.
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Document Verification: Final administrative vetting before official appointment.
