The High Court of Himachal Pradesh, Shimla has invited online applications for 15 regular vacancies under Advertisement Notice No. HC-Advt./2026 (3), dated 19 September 2026. The vacancies are for Librarian, Peon, Mali and Cook-cum-Attendant. Eligible candidates can apply through the official recruitment portal up to 27 October 2026 at 11:59 PM.
HP High Court Recruitment 2026: Overview
| Organization | High Court of Himachal Pradesh, Shimla |
|---|---|
| Advertisement Number | HC-Advt./2026 (3) |
| Posts | Librarian, Peon, Mali, Cook-cum-Attendant |
| Total Vacancies | 15 |
| Job Type | Regular |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Opening Date | 27 September 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply and Pay Fee | 27 October 2026, 11:59 PM |
| Job Location | Himachal Pradesh |
Vacancy Details and Pay Scale
| Post Name | Group | Vacancies | Category-wise Distribution | Pay Matrix |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Librarian | Group-C | 1 | 1 UR | Level 09: ₹35,600–₹1,12,800 |
| Peon | Group-D | 8 | 1 UR, 2 SC, 1 ST, 1 OBC, 1 EWS, 2 PH | Level 01: ₹18,000–₹56,900 |
| Mali | Group-D | 2 | 1 UR, 1 ST | Level 01: ₹18,000–₹56,900 |
| Cook-cum-Attendant | Group-D | 4 | 2 UR, 1 SC, 1 EWS | Level 01: ₹18,000–₹56,900 |
| Total | 15 | Vacancy numbers may change for administrative reasons; check the official notice. | ||
Educational Qualification and Experience
- Librarian: Graduation with a postgraduate diploma in Library Science, or a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Library Science. At least 3 years’ experience as a Library Attendant or in a higher post in the related field in a reputed organization, including a public institution, is required.
- Peon: Matriculation from a recognized board.
- Mali: Matriculation from a recognized board and 3 years’ experience in gardening or related work.
- Cook-cum-Attendant: Matriculation from a recognized board and 3 years’ cooking experience in a government undertaking or reputed hotel. The notice indicates preference may be given to candidates familiar with local customs and dialects relevant to the place of deployment.
Applicants must read the official notification for the complete eligibility conditions, category rules, age limits, certificates and other instructions before applying.
Age Limit
Published summaries of the notice report an age range of 18 to 45 years for the UR/EWS categories, with applicable relaxations for eligible reserved categories of Himachal Pradesh. Refer to the official notification for the cut-off date and full category-wise relaxation rules.
Application Fee
Recruitment information published from the notice reports an online application fee of ₹450 for UR candidates and ₹300 for eligible reserved-category candidates of Himachal Pradesh. Please confirm the applicable fee and category eligibility on the official portal before payment; the fee is generally non-refundable as specified in the notice.
Selection Process
Selection will be carried out under the Himachal Pradesh High Court Officers and the Members of Staff (Recruitment, Promotion, Conditions of Service, Conduct & Appeal) Rules, 2015, as amended, and the relevant post-specific procedure in the official advertisement. Candidates should refer to the notice for the examination, qualifying requirements and merit criteria for their chosen post.
Important Dates
- Online application starts: 27 September 2026
- Last date for online application and fee payment: 27 October 2026, 11:59 PM
How to Apply Online
- Visit the official HP High Court recruitment portal.
- Select Advertisement Notice No. HC-Advt./2026 (3) and choose the relevant post.
- Read the detailed notification and confirm that you meet the eligibility conditions.
- Complete the application form, upload the required documents and pay the applicable fee online.
- Submit the form before the deadline and save a copy of the application and payment receipt.
Important Links
| Online Application / Recruitment Portal | Apply Online |
|---|---|
| Official HP High Court Website | Visit Official Website |
| Official Advertisement PDF | Download Notification PDF |
Important note: This recruitment summary is compiled from the official recruitment portal and available copies/summaries of Advertisement Notice No. HC-Advt./2026 (3). The official notification and recruitment portal should be treated as final for eligibility, fee, dates and selection conditions.