The Madhya Pradesh High Court has started the online application process for MP High Court Assistant Grade 3 Recruitment 2026. A total of 1,174 Assistant Grade-III vacancies have been announced for District and Sessions Court establishments across Madhya Pradesh under Advertisement No. 614/Exam/2026.
Online applications opened on 17 August 2026 at 12:00 PM, and eligible candidates can apply until 15 September 2026 at 5:00 PM. The preliminary examination date has not yet been announced and will be notified separately. Candidates planning to apply should carefully check the graduation, CPCT and computer qualification requirements before submitting the form.
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MP High Court AG3 Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Authority | High Court of Madhya Pradesh, Jabalpur |
| Post Name | Assistant Grade-III (MPHC AG-III) |
| Advertisement No. | 614/Exam/2026 |
| Notification Date | 14 August 2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 1,174 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start Date | 17 August 2026, 12:00 PM |
| Last Date to Apply | 15 September 2026, 5:00 PM |
| Correction Window | 19 to 21 September 2026 |
| Preliminary Exam Date | To be announced |
| Pay Scale | ₹19,500 to ₹62,000 |
| Job Location | District Courts across Madhya Pradesh |
MP High Court Assistant Grade 3 Vacancy 2026
The recruitment drive includes 1,174 Assistant Grade-III posts. Category-wise vacancies have been distributed among Unreserved, SC, ST, OBC and EWS candidates.
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Unreserved | 314 |
| OBC | 325 |
| EWS | 118 |
| SC | 181 |
| ST | 236 |
| Total | 1,174 |
Women, ex-servicemen, persons with disabilities and eligible contractual employees are also covered under horizontal reservation provisions within the notified vacancies.
An important point in this recruitment is that the result is proposed to be handled in two parts because of the pending matter relating to OBC reservation. Out of the total vacancies, 1,021 posts correspond to the 87% main result portion, while 153 posts fall under the 13% provisional portion, subject to the final outcome of the relevant court proceedings.
MP High Court Assistant Grade 3 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Released | 14 August 2026 |
| Online Application Starts | 17 August 2026, 12:00 PM |
| Last Date to Apply and Pay Fee | 15 September 2026, 5:00 PM |
| Application Correction Starts | 19 September 2026, 12:00 PM |
| Correction Window Closes | 21 September 2026, 5:00 PM |
| Age Calculation Date | 1 January 2026 |
| Preliminary Examination | To be notified |
Candidates should not wait until the closing date to complete fee payment. An application will be treated as complete only after successful submission of the prescribed fee.
MP High Court Assistant Grade 3 Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must satisfy educational, technical and age-related conditions prescribed for Assistant Grade-III.
Educational Qualification
An applicant should possess a graduation degree in any discipline from a recognised university.
In addition, candidates need:
- A valid CPCT Score Card issued through MAP-IT or another agency/institution recognised by the Madhya Pradesh Government.
- A recognised one-year Diploma in Computer Application, or an accepted equivalent computer qualification.
Recognised alternatives may include certain NIELIT/DOEACC qualifications, Government ITI COPA certificates, Modern Office Management courses and higher qualifications such as BCA, MCA, B.Sc. Computer Science/IT, B.E./B.Tech in Computer Science or IT and other prescribed computer-related qualifications.
Candidates should ensure that the required qualification has been obtained by the closing date of the application process.
MP High Court Assistant Grade 3 Age Limit
The minimum age requirement is 18 years as on 1 January 2026.
| Candidate Category | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| Unreserved male candidates | 40 years |
| MP EWS male candidates | 40 years |
| MP SC/ST/OBC candidates | 45 years |
| Women candidates | 45 years |
| Eligible PwD candidates | 45 years |
| Certain MP Government/Board/Corporation employees | 45 years |
Reservation benefits available to Madhya Pradesh categories are subject to domicile and other applicable conditions. Candidates belonging to reserved categories of other states are generally treated under the Unreserved category for this recruitment.
Additional age relaxation is available to specified categories such as ex-servicemen and eligible contractual employees under the recruitment rules.
Application Fee
Applicants must pay both the applicable examination fee and portal charges.
| Category | Total Fee |
|---|---|
| Unreserved / Other-State Candidates | ₹943.40 |
| MP OBC / SC / ST / EWS | ₹743.40 |
| Eligible PwD Candidates | ₹743.40 |
The ₹943.40 amount comprises a ₹200 examination fee along with portal and related charges. Reserved-category candidates eligible for fee concession are required to pay the applicable portal charges.
MP High Court Assistant Grade 3 Selection Process
The recruitment process primarily consists of two competitive stages:
- Online Preliminary Examination
- Hindi Typing Skill Test
Document verification and other appointment formalities will follow for candidates placed in the selection process.
Stage 1: Online Preliminary Examination
The preliminary examination will be conducted online in objective multiple-choice format.
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Knowledge & General Studies including MP GK | 20 | 20 |
| Mathematics & Logical Reasoning | 20 | 20 |
| General Hindi | 20 | 20 |
| English Knowledge | 20 | 20 |
| Computer Knowledge | 20 | 20 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
Candidates will get 120 minutes to attempt 100 questions.
The preliminary examination is a screening stage. Its marks are not carried forward for preparation of the final merit list. Candidates are expected to be shortlisted for the typing test in approximately a 1:5 ratio against category-wise vacancies, subject to the prescribed qualifying and merit conditions.
The examination may be conducted at centres including Jabalpur, Bhopal, Indore, Gwalior, Sagar, Satna and Ujjain, depending on administrative requirements.
Hindi Typing Skill Test
Candidates qualifying through the preliminary examination will be called for the Hindi typing skill test.
The test carries 50 marks and candidates will be required to type approximately 350 Hindi words within 10 minutes on a computer using the Remington Gail keyboard layout.
| Category | Minimum Qualifying Marks |
|---|---|
| General / OBC | 55% |
| EWS | 49.5% |
| SC | 45% |
| ST / PwD | 40% |
The final merit is based primarily on performance in the Hindi typing skill test after candidates clear the preliminary screening stage.
MP High Court Assistant Grade 3 Salary
Selected candidates will be appointed in the applicable 7th Pay Commission pay matrix of ₹19,500 to ₹62,000.
The corresponding earlier pay structure was ₹5,200–₹20,200 with Grade Pay of ₹1,900. Employees will also be entitled to admissible allowances and benefits as applicable under Madhya Pradesh judicial establishment rules.
How to Apply for MP High Court Assistant Grade 3 Recruitment 2026
Candidates can complete the application through the Madhya Pradesh High Court recruitment portal.
- Visit the Madhya Pradesh High Court official website.
- Open the Recruitment/Result section.
- Select the online application option for Assistant Grade-III Recruitment 2026.
- Complete the initial registration process.
- Use the generated User ID and password to log in.
- Enter personal, educational and reservation details carefully.
- Upload the required photograph and signature.
- Preview the entire application before final submission.
- Pay the applicable examination and portal fee.
- Download and retain a printout of the completed application form.
Candidates who need to correct eligible application-form details can use the notified correction facility between 19 and 21 September 2026.
Documents Candidates Should Keep Ready
Applicants should prepare relevant documents before starting the online form, including:
- Graduation degree and mark sheets
- CPCT Score Card
- Computer qualification certificate
- Proof of date of birth
- Category certificate, where applicable
- EWS certificate, if applicable
- Disability certificate, where applicable
- Ex-servicemen documents, if applicable
- Recent photograph
- Signature
- Government-issued identity proof
- No Objection Certificate for candidates already employed, where required
Important Conditions for Selected Candidates
Candidates should also note some important appointment conditions. Selected candidates are required to complete the prescribed document and character verification formalities before appointment.
The recruitment conditions also provide for a ₹2 lakh service bond with a minimum service period of three years. Premature resignation may result in recovery of the bond amount, subject to the exemptions and conditions specified by the High Court.
District allotment will be carried out according to category-wise merit and availability of vacancies. Candidates may therefore not necessarily receive appointment in their preferred district.
What Candidates Should Do Now
The application window for MP High Court Assistant Grade 3 Recruitment 2026 is active from 17 August to 15 September 2026. Graduate candidates possessing the required CPCT score and recognised computer qualification should first verify their eligibility and then complete the online application well before the closing date.
The next major recruitment update will be the announcement of the online preliminary examination date and admit card schedule. Candidates should meanwhile begin preparation for the 100-mark preliminary examination as well as Hindi typing practice because the typing skill test plays a decisive role in final selection.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many vacancies are available under MPHC Assistant Grade 3 (AG-3) Recruitment 2026?
A total of 1,174 Assistant Grade-III vacancies have been notified for District Court establishments in Madhya Pradesh.
What is the last date to apply for MP High Court Assistant Grade 3 Recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit the online application and complete fee payment is 15 September 2026 at 5:00 PM.
What qualification is required for Assistant Grade-III?
Candidates need a graduation degree along with a valid CPCT score card and the prescribed computer qualification or recognised equivalent.
What is the age limit?
The minimum age is 18 years. The upper age limit is generally 40 years, extending up to 45 years for specified categories subject to recruitment rules.
What is the MP High Court Assistant Grade 3 salary?
The applicable pay matrix is ₹19,500 to ₹62,000.
What is the selection process?
Candidates have to qualify through an online 100-mark preliminary examination followed by a 50-mark Hindi typing skill test and subsequent verification formalities.
