The High Court of Madhya Pradesh, Jabalpur, has released the notification for Direct Recruitment to 1,174 posts of Assistant Grade III in the District and Sessions Courts across Madhya Pradesh. The recruitment covers 1,021 main vacancies and 153 provisional vacancies. Pay is at the 7th Pay Commission scale of Rs. 19,500 to Rs. 62,000. Candidates must hold a Graduation degree, a valid CPCT Score Card from MAP-IT or a recognised agency, and a one-year Diploma in Computer Applications or an accepted equivalent qualification. Age is reckoned as on 1 January 2026 and the upper age limit is 40 years for UR and Out-of-State male candidates. Applications are submitted online only through mphc.gov.in from 17 August 2026 at 12:00 PM to 15 September 2026 at 5:00 PM. A correction window is available from 19 to 21 September 2026. Selection is through an Online Preliminary Examination (100 marks, 120 minutes), followed by a Hindi Typing Test (Remington Gail keyboard, 350 words in 10 minutes) and Document Verification.
Important Note: Three things every applicant must verify before paying the fee. First, CPCT score card is a mandatory eligibility condition – the Computer Proficiency and Certification Test (CPCT) conducted by MAP-IT, Madhya Pradesh, must have been passed and a valid, unexpired scorecard must be held as on the application date. If you do not have a valid CPCT scorecard, you cannot apply regardless of your graduation or computer diploma. If your CPCT has expired, appear in the next cycle and obtain a fresh scorecard before the portal closes on 15 September. Second, the total fee payable is Rs. 943.40 for UR and out-of-state candidates and Rs. 743.40 for MP reserved category and PwD candidates – both amounts include a portal or service charge of Rs. 743.40 in addition to the examination fee of Rs. 200 (UR) or Rs. 0 (reserved). The portal charge is not a refundable processing fee. Third, 153 of the 1,174 vacancies are provisional – these may be confirmed or cancelled depending on whether the underlying sanctioned posts are regularised by the competent authority. Candidates selected against provisional vacancies may be subject to further adjustment.
MPHC Assistant Grade 3 Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Body | High Court of Madhya Pradesh, Jabalpur |
| Post | Assistant Grade III |
| Total Vacancies | 1,174 (1,021 main + 153 provisional) |
| Posting | District and Sessions Courts across Madhya Pradesh |
| Educational Qualification | Graduation in any discipline from a recognised university |
| Computer Qualification | Valid CPCT Scorecard (MAP-IT or equivalent) plus 1-year Diploma in Computer Applications or accepted equivalent |
| Age Reckoning Date | 1 January 2026 |
| Age Limit | 18 to 40 years for UR and Out-of-State male candidates |
| Relaxed Age Limit | Up to 45 years for eligible reserved categories, women, PwD and specified MP Government employees |
| Pay Scale | Rs. 19,500 to Rs. 62,000 (7th CPC) |
| Application Mode | Online only at mphc.gov.in |
| Examination Fee | Rs. 200 (UR and Out-of-State candidates); Rs. 0 (MP reserved category and PwD) |
| Portal or Service Fee | Rs. 743.40 (all candidates) |
| Total Fee | Rs. 943.40 (UR and Out-of-State); Rs. 743.40 (MP reserved and PwD) |
| Application Opens | 17 August 2026, 12:00 PM |
| Last Date to Apply | 15 September 2026, 5:00 PM |
| Correction Window | 19 September 2026 (12:00 PM) to 21 September 2026 (5:00 PM) |
| Preliminary Exam Date | To be announced |
| Official Website | mphc.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date and Time |
|---|---|
| Notification Released | 14 August 2026 |
| Online Application Opens | 17 August 2026, 12:00 PM |
| Last Date for Online Application | 15 September 2026, 5:00 PM |
| Application Correction Window | 19 September 2026 (12:00 PM) to 21 September 2026 (5:00 PM) |
| Age Reckoning Date | 1 January 2026 |
| Preliminary Exam | To be announced on mphc.gov.in |
The application portal opens on 17 August 2026 and is not yet live. Do not attempt to apply before noon on 17 August.
Vacancy Details
| Category | Main Vacancies | Provisional Vacancies | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR) | 314 | 153 | 467 |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 181 | – | 181 |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 236 | – | 236 |
| Other Backward Class (OBC) | 172 | – | 172 |
| Economically Weaker Section (EWS) | 118 | – | 118 |
| Total | 1,021 | 153 | 1,174 |
Horizontal Reservation (within the totals above)
| Category | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Women | 35% |
| Ex-Servicemen | 10% |
| Persons with Disabilities (PwD) | 6% |
Eligibility Criteria
| Particulars | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Educational Qualification | Graduation in any discipline from a recognised university |
| CPCT | Valid CPCT (Computer Proficiency and Certification Test) Score Card from MAP-IT (MP Agency for Promotion of Information Technology) or any other agency or institution recognised by the Government of Madhya Pradesh |
| Computer Qualification | One-year Diploma in Computer Applications from an institution recognised by the Government of Madhya Pradesh, or an accepted equivalent qualification (see below) |
Accepted Computer Qualifications in Lieu of One-Year Diploma
The following qualifications are accepted as equivalent to the one-year Computer Applications diploma:
- O-Level certificate from DOEACC or NIELIT
- COPA certificate from a Government ITI
- Modern Office Management course from a recognised institution
- BCA
- MCA
- B.E. or B.Tech in Computer Science or Information Technology
- M.Sc. in IT or Computer Science
- M.E. or M.Tech in Computer Science or IT
- Any other computer-related diploma approved by the Government of Madhya Pradesh
Age Limit (as on 1 January 2026)
| Category | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR) and Out-of-State Male candidates | 40 years |
| Eligible Reserved Categories (SC, ST, OBC), Women, PwD and specified MP Government employees | Up to 45 years |
| Minimum Age | 18 years |
Exact age relaxation rules by category are as per the Madhya Pradesh Government service rules in force. Verify from the official notification on mphc.gov.in.
Application Fee
| Category | Examination Fee | Portal or Service Fee | Total Payable |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unreserved and Out-of-State candidates | Rs. 200 | Rs. 743.40 | Rs. 943.40 |
| MP Reserved Category and PwD candidates | Rs. 0 | Rs. 743.40 | Rs. 743.40 |
Payment is online only. The portal service fee is charged by the MP Online portal and is not refundable under any circumstances.
Pay Scale
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Pay Scale (7th CPC) | Rs. 19,500 to Rs. 62,000 |
| Additional Allowances | As per MP Government rules applicable to judicial establishment employees |
Selection Process
Stage 1 – Online Preliminary Examination
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Medium |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Knowledge and General Science including MP GK | 20 | 20 | Hindi and English |
| Mathematics and Logical Reasoning | 20 | 20 | Hindi and English |
| General Hindi | 20 | 20 | Hindi |
| English Knowledge | 20 | 20 | English |
| Computer Knowledge | 20 | 20 | English |
| Total | 100 | 100 | – |
Duration: 120 minutes (2 hours). Type: Online, Multiple Choice (Objective). Exam date to be announced on mphc.gov.in.
Stage 2 – Hindi Typing Skill Test
Candidates shortlisted from the Preliminary Examination appear for the Hindi Typing Test. Key details:
- Duration: 10 minutes
- Target: Approximately 350 words in Hindi
- Keyboard: Remington Gail keyboard layout
- Total Marks: 50 marks
- Negative marking: 0.50 marks deducted per mistake or omitted word; 0.10 marks deducted per backspace use
Candidates must practise the Remington Gail keyboard layout specifically – other layouts such as Mangal or Krutidev will not be used.
Stage 3 – Document Verification and Other Formalities
Shortlisted candidates after the typing test must produce original documents for verification and complete any other prescribed formalities. Candidature is liable to cancellation if documents do not match the online application.
Documents Required
- Graduation degree and marksheets from all years
- Valid CPCT Scorecard (from MAP-IT or recognised agency)
- Computer qualification certificate (one-year diploma or accepted equivalent)
- Date of Birth proof (Matriculation or equivalent certificate)
- Category certificate (SC, ST, OBC, EWS) in Madhya Pradesh Government prescribed format
- PwD certificate from competent authority, if applicable
- Ex-Servicemen discharge certificate, if applicable
- MP domicile certificate (for claiming state-domicile reservation and age relaxation)
- Photograph and scanned signature in prescribed format for upload
How to Apply for MPHC Assistant Grade 3 Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official MP High Court website from 17 August 2026 at 12:00 PM – Click Here
- Find the MP High Court Assistant Grade 3 Recruitment 2026 link and read the notification carefully.
- Complete online registration with personal details and verify via OTP.
- Fill in the application form with educational qualification, CPCT details, computer qualification, category and contact information.
- Upload the required documents, photograph and signature in the prescribed format and file size.
- Verify all entries on the preview screen before submission.
- Pay the applicable fee online through the MP Online portal.
- Download and save the submitted application form and fee receipt.
If you need to correct any detail, use the correction window from 19 to 21 September 2026. No changes are possible outside this window.
Applications are accepted online only. No offline or postal applications are entertained.
Important Instructions
- Application portal opens on 17 August 2026 at 12:00 PM. It is not yet live. Do not attempt to apply before that time.
- CPCT scorecard is mandatory. Candidates without a valid CPCT scorecard from MAP-IT or a recognised equivalent agency are not eligible.
- 153 of 1,174 vacancies are provisional and subject to confirmation.
- Remington Gail keyboard is mandatory for the Hindi Typing Test. Practise on this layout specifically.
- Age is calculated as on 1 January 2026.
- Out-of-State candidates apply as Unreserved (General) and are not eligible for reserved category benefits.
- 35% horizontal reservation applies for women within every vertical category.
- Final selection is subject to successful document verification and medical fitness.
- All exam dates, admit cards and further schedules are published only on mphc.gov.in.
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online (from 17 August 2026 at 12:00 PM) | Click Here |
| Official Notification PDF | Click Here |
| MP High Court Official Website | Click Here |
MPHC Assistant Grade 3 Recruitment 2026 – FAQs
Q1. What is MPHC Assistant Grade 3 Recruitment 2026?
✅ It is a direct recruitment notification released by the High Court of Madhya Pradesh, Jabalpur for 1,174 posts of Assistant Grade III (1,021 main + 153 provisional) in District and Sessions Courts across Madhya Pradesh, at a pay scale of Rs. 19,500 to Rs. 62,000 under the 7th Pay Commission.
Q2. When does the application open and what is the last date?
✅ The application portal opens on 17 August 2026 at 12:00 PM at mphc.gov.in and closes on 15 September 2026 at 5:00 PM. A correction window is available from 19 to 21 September 2026.
Q3. Is CPCT mandatory for this recruitment?
✅ Yes. A valid CPCT (Computer Proficiency and Certification Test) Score Card from MAP-IT or a recognised equivalent agency is a mandatory eligibility condition. Candidates without a valid CPCT scorecard are not eligible.
Q4. What is the educational and computer qualification required?
✅ Graduation in any discipline from a recognised university, plus a valid CPCT scorecard, plus a one-year Diploma in Computer Applications from a recognised institution or an accepted equivalent (O-Level NIELIT, COPA from Government ITI, BCA, MCA, B.E./B.Tech CS/IT or other approved qualifications).
Q5. What is the application fee?
✅ Rs. 943.40 total for UR and Out-of-State candidates (Rs. 200 exam fee + Rs. 743.40 portal fee) and Rs. 743.40 total for MP reserved category and PwD candidates (portal fee only). The portal service fee is non-refundable.
Q6. What is the age limit?
✅ Minimum 18 years, maximum 40 years for UR and Out-of-State male candidates, and up to 45 years for eligible reserved category candidates, women, PwD and specified MP Government employees, all reckoned as on 1 January 2026.
Q7. What is the selection process?
✅ Three stages: Online Preliminary Examination (100 MCQ questions, 100 marks, 120 minutes, covering GK, Maths and Reasoning, Hindi, English and Computer Knowledge), then Hindi Typing Test (350 words in 10 minutes on Remington Gail keyboard, 50 marks with negative marking), then Document Verification and other formalities.
Q8. What keyboard layout is used for the Hindi Typing Test?
✅ Remington Gail keyboard layout. Candidates must practise specifically on this layout. Incorrect keystrokes attract negative marking of 0.50 marks per mistake or omission and 0.10 marks per backspace.
Q9. Are provisional vacancies included in the 1,174 total?
✅ Yes. Of the 1,174 total, 1,021 are main vacancies and 153 are provisional vacancies (all in the UR category). Provisional vacancies are subject to confirmation and may be reduced.
Q10. Can candidates from outside Madhya Pradesh apply?
✅ Yes, but Out-of-State candidates are treated as Unreserved (General) and are not eligible for reserved category benefits (reservation, age relaxation, fee concession) even if they belong to SC, ST, OBC, EWS or PwD categories.
Disclaimer
The information above relates to the direct recruitment notification for 1,174 posts of Assistant Grade III in the District and Sessions Courts of Madhya Pradesh, released by the High Court of Madhya Pradesh, Jabalpur, as published on the official MPHC website mphc.gov.in. The official notification PDF on mphc.gov.in is the sole authoritative source for the complete district-wise vacancy list, category-wise reservation details, age relaxation specifics, CPCT conditions and all other terms. 153 of the 1,174 vacancies are provisional and subject to confirmation. The application portal opens on 17 August 2026 at 12:00 PM. All exam dates and further schedules will be published only on mphc.gov.in. All links above lead only to the official MP High Court website.
