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Allahabad High Court Private Secretary Recruitment 2026 The High Court of Judicature at Allahabad has released the official notification for Private Secretary Grade-I Recruitment Examination-2026.The recruitment examination will be conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA) to fill 195 vacancies in the Allahabad High Court establishment.Eligible candidates can apply online through the official websites.
Allahabad High Court Private Secretary Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | High Court of Judicature at Allahabad |
| Exam Conducting Body | National Testing Agency (NTA) |
| Post Name | Private Secretary Grade-I |
| Total Vacancies | 195 |
| Pay Scale | Level-10 (₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Selection Process | CBT + Shorthand Test + Interview |
| Official Website | www.allahabadhighcourt.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 12 March 2026 |
| Online Application Start | 12 March 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 1 April 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 2 April 2026 |
| Application Correction Window | 3 April – 4 April 2026 |
| Admit Card Release | To be announced |
| Exam Date | Mentioned in Admit Card |
The examination will be conducted in Computer Based Test (CBT) mode.
Allahabad High Court Private Secretary Vacancy 2026
Total Posts: 195
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Scheduled Caste | 40 |
| Scheduled Tribe | 3 |
| OBC | 52 |
| EWS | 19 |
| Unreserved | 81 |
| Total | 195 |
Reservation will be applicable as per Uttar Pradesh government rules.
Horizontal Reservation
| Category | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Women | 20% |
| Dependents of Freedom Fighters | 2% |
| Ex-Servicemen | 5% |
| PwBD | 4% |
Reservation benefits are applicable only to domicile candidates of Uttar Pradesh.
Educational Qualification
Candidates must have:
- Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized university.
AND
- Good knowledge of English Shorthand and Typing with minimum speed:
- Shorthand: 100 words per minute
- Typing: 40 words per minute
AND
- Knowledge of Data Entry, Word Processing and Computer Operations.
Preferential Qualification
Preference will be given to candidates who:
- Served in Territorial Army for at least 2 years, or
- Possess NCC “B” Certificate.
Age Limit
Age as on 01 July 2026
| Criteria | Age |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 21 Years |
| Maximum Age | 35 Years |
Candidates must be born between:
02 July 1991 and 01 July 2005.
Age Relaxation
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST/OBC/DFF | 5 Years |
| Sportsperson | 5 Years |
| Ex-Servicemen | Service period + 3 years |
| PwBD | Up to 15 Years |
| UP Government Employees | Up to 45 Years |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC | ₹1900 |
| SC / ST / EWS (UP) | ₹1700 |
Nationality
Candidate must be:
- Citizen of India
- Tibetan refugee who came to India before 1 January 1972, or
- Person of Indian origin migrated from certain countries with intention of permanently settling in India.
Character & Marital Status
Candidates must:
- Possess good character and conduct
- Not have been dismissed from government service
- Not have more than one spouse living.
Physical Fitness
Selected candidates must produce a medical fitness certificate issued by the Chief Medical Officer before appointment.
Allahabad High Court Private Secretary Selection Process
The recruitment process consists of three stages.
Stage-I Examination
Stage-I includes three parts.
Part-A: General Studies
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Type | Objective (MCQ) |
| Questions | 100 |
| Marks | 200 |
| Duration | 90 minutes |
| Negative Marking | No |
Subjects include:
- General Science
- History of India
- Indian National Movement
- Indian Polity and Economy
- Geography
- Current Affairs
- General English & Hindi
- Computer Knowledge
- Uttar Pradesh related knowledge.
Part-B: Computer Knowledge Test
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Passage | 500 words |
| Duration | 15 minutes |
| Marks | 100 |
| Minimum Qualifying | 50 marks |
Candidates must reproduce the passage on computer in the same format.
Part-C: Translation Test
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Passage | 250 words |
| Marks | 100 |
| Duration | 15 minutes |
| Minimum Qualifying | 50 marks |
Candidates must translate shorthand passage into English.
Stage-II Examination (Shorthand Dictation Test)
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Dictation | 500 words |
| Dictation Time | 5 minutes |
| Transcription Time | 30 minutes |
| Marks | 200 |
| Minimum Qualifying | 160 marks |
Candidates must take shorthand dictation and transcribe it on computer.
Stage-III Examination (Interview)
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Maximum Marks | 75 |
Final merit list will be prepared based on:
Stage-I + Stage-II + Stage-III = 675 marks total.
Marking Scheme
Stage-I MCQ
- Each correct answer: 2 marks
- No negative marking
Typing / Translation Tests
Marks will be deducted for mistakes according to evaluation formula provided in the notification.
Fee must be paid online through State Bank of India payment gateway.
How to Apply
Candidates must apply online through:
Steps:
1 Visit official website
2 Register online
3 Fill application form
4 Upload documents
5 Pay application fee
6 Submit application form
Only one application per candidate is allowed.
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Notification | Check PDF |
| Apply Online | Click here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
FAQ
How many vacancies are available in Allahabad High Court Private Secretary Recruitment 2026?
A total of 195 posts have been announced.
What is the salary of Allahabad High Court Private Secretary?
The salary is Level-10 (₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500) as per 7th Pay Commission.
What is the shorthand speed requirement?
Candidates must have 100 WPM shorthand speed and 40 WPM typing speed.
What is the selection process?
Selection includes CBT exam, shorthand dictation test, and interview.
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