High Court of Delhi
Total Vacancies
152
Salary
Group 'B', 6th Level of Pay-matrix of 7th CPC (As per government norms)
Application Deadline
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Job Type
Government Service
Job Level
Group 'B' Gazetted
Work Location
High Court of Delhi, New Delhi
Department
Delhi High Court
Recruitment Type
Direct Recruitment
Notification Release
February 2026
Recruitment for the post of Junior Judicial Assistant/Restorer, a crucial judicial support role in the High Court of Delhi. Responsibilities include assisting in court proceedings, maintaining judicial records, file management, and other administrative tasks vital to the court's functioning.
The High Court of Delhi invites online applications for 152 posts of Junior Judicial Assistant/Restorer, a prestigious Group B position. This is a multi-stage recruitment involving Prelims, Mains, a Typing Test, and an Interview. Applications are open from 04 to 23 February 2026.
Competition Level
High
Application Trend
Expected to be very high due to prestige of Delhi High Court and limited vacancies
Success Rate
Estimated below 1% due to multi-stage rigorous selection
Difficulty Level
High
The selection process is extensive and competitive, testing language proficiency, general knowledge, reasoning, typing skills, and personality. The high application fee may reduce some competition. Success requires dedicated preparation for all stages, with strong focus on English language skills and current affairs.
| Online Registration Start | 04.02.2026 (11:00 hours) |
| Online Registration End | 23.02.2026 (23:00 hours) |
| Fee Payment End | 23.02.2026 (23:55 hours) |
| Application Correction | 27.02.2026 (20:00 hours) |
| Admit Card | To be announced later |
| Exam Date | To be announced later |
| 2024 Expected Cutoff | N/A |
| 2023 Final Cutoff | Not Available |
| 2022 Final Cutoff | N/A |
| 2021 Final Cutoff | N/A |
| General, EWS, OBC | ₹1500 |
| SC, ST, PH | ₹1300 |
| paymentModes | Debit CardCredit CardNet BankingUPI |
| General | 62 |
| EWS | 12 |
| OBC-NCL | 44 |
| SC | 20 |
| ST | 14 |
Bachelor's Degree in any stream from a recognized university. Must have a typing speed of not less than 35 words per minute on a computer (as on 23.02.2026).
| Post Name | Vacancy | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Junior Judicial Assistant / Restorer | 152 | Graduate in any discipline with a minimum typing speed of 35 wpm on computer. |
| Section Name | Questions | Marks |
|---|
| Year | General Category | OBC Category | SC/ST Category |
|---|
Cutoffs vary each year based on applicant performance, difficulty, and vacancies. The Prelims is qualifying; final merit is based on Mains, Typing Test, and Interview.
Vocabulary, Synonyms & Antonyms, Comprehension Passage, Idioms & Phrases, One Word Substitution, Grammar, Spot the Error, Active/Passive Voice, Direct/Indirect Narration
Weightage: HighConstitution of India, Indian Judiciary, Indian History, Polity & Geography, Sports & Culture, Science, National/International Organizations, Awards, Important Days, Current Events (last 6-12 months)
Weightage: HighVerbal & Non-Verbal Reasoning, Analogies, Classification, Series, Problem Solving, Relationship Concepts
Weightage: MediumPercentage, Profit & Loss, Simple & Compound Interest, Time, Speed & Distance, Time & Work, Ratio & Proportion, BODMAS
Weightage: MediumThe Main (Descriptive) exam tests advanced writing skills through Essay, Letter, and Translation. A qualifying typing test of 35 wpm in English is mandatory. Interview assesses personality and suitability for a judicial office.
General, EWS, and OBC category candidates must pay ₹1500. SC, ST, and PH category candidates must pay ₹1300.
The English Typing Test (35 words per minute) is a qualifying stage. Candidates must pass it to proceed, but marks are not added to the final merit.
It is a descriptive English exam of 100 marks divided into Part A (Essay & Letter for 50 marks) and Part B (Grammar & Translation for 50 marks), to be completed in 120 minutes.
Yes, candidates already in regular service of the Delhi High Court have no upper age limit, subject to meeting other eligibility criteria.
The exam date and admit card release will be announced later through a public notice on the official Delhi High Court website.
