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The High Court of Madhya Pradesh, Jabalpur has issued the exam date notice for Assistant Grade-III Vacancy 2026. The preliminary exam dates are 23/11/2026 and 25/11/2026. This update is for candidates who applied for the 1174 Assistant Grade-III posts. Download the notice from Important Links to check the exam schedule. Admit cards will be released before the exam. Candidates should check the official website for the next update.
High Court of Madhya Pradesh, Jabalpur
MP High Court Assistant Grade-III Vacancy 2026 – Exam Date Out
Advt No.: 614/Exam/2026 (Dated 14/08/2026)
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date | 17/08/2026 (12:00 PM) |
| Last Date To Apply | 15/09/2026 (05:00 PM) |
| Last Date Of Fee Payment | 15/09/2026 (05:00 PM) |
| Form Correction Window | 19/09/2026 to 21/09/2026 (12:00 PM to 05:00 PM) |
| Admit Card Date | Before exam |
| Exam Date | 23/11/2026 & 25/11/2026 |
Application Fees
| Category | Applicaton Fees |
|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR) & Other State | ₹943.40/- |
| OBC / SC / ST / EWS (MP Domicile) | ₹743.40/- |
| Specially Abled (PwD) | ₹743.40/- |
Note: The fee gets paid online only, through the MP Online portal, using Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or UPI.
Assistant Grade-III Vacancy 2026 Age Limit
Age As On Date: 01/01/2026
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 18 Years |
| Male (UR, Other State Candidates) | 40 Years Max |
| Male (EWS, MP Domicile) | 40 Years Max |
| Male & Female (SC / ST / OBC, MP Domicile) | 45 Years Max |
| Govt. / Corporation / Home Guard Employees (MP Domicile) | 45 Years Max |
| Female & PwD Candidates (MP & Other States) | 45 Years Max |
Age Relaxation
| Category | Relaxation Rule |
|---|---|
| Ex-Servicemen | Service years get subtracted from actual age. Age after subtraction should not cross the upper limit by more than 3 years. |
| Contractual Court Employees | Those working 5 years or more on a matching post in MP High Court or District Courts get relaxation equal to their service years, capped at age 55. |
Assistant Grade-III Vacancy 2026
Total Posts: 1174
| Post Name | UR | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assistant Grade-III | 314 | 153 | 181 | 325 | 153 | 1174 |
Eligibility Details
- Graduation degree in any stream from a recognised university.
- A valid CPCT scorecard issued by MAP-IT or any other agency the MP Government recognises.
- A one-year Diploma in Computer Application (DCA / ADCA) from an MP Government-recognised institute.
- Degrees such as B.E. (CS/IT), MCA, BCA, M.Sc (IT/CS), M.Tech (CS/IT), and B.Sc (IT/CS) also work in place of this diploma. A B.Sc or B.Com degree carrying just one computer paper won’t count.
Assistant Grade-III: Salary Details
| Post Name | Pay Scale (6th Pay) | Pay Matrix (7th Pay) |
|---|---|---|
| Assistant Grade-III | ₹5200 – ₹20200 + Grade Pay ₹1900/- | ₹19500 – ₹62000/- |
Service Bond
Selected candidates need to execute a bond of ₹2,00,000 and commit to 3 years of service. Quitting early, or breaking any bond condition, means losing the full bond amount.
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MP High Court Assistant Grade-III 2026: Selection Procedure & Exam Pattern
Two stages decide the final selection – an Online Preliminary Exam, followed by a Hindi Typing Skill Test.
Stage 1 – Online Preliminary Exam
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Marks | 100 |
| Exam Type | Objective (MCQ) |
| Time Given | 120 Minutes |
| Shortlisting Ratio | 1:3 for the skill test, against each post |
Preliminary Exam Syllabus
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| GK & GS (MP GK Included) | 20 | 20 |
| Maths & Reasoning | 20 | 20 |
| Hindi | 20 | 20 |
| English | 20 | 20 |
| Computer Knowledge | 20 | 20 |
Stage 2 – Hindi Typing Skill Test
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Marks | 50 |
| Time Given | 10 Minutes |
| Typing Task | About 350 Hindi words, Remington Gail (Unicode) layout |
| Negative Marking | 0.50 marks per wrong/skipped word, 0.10 marks per backspace |
Minimum Qualifying Marks
| Category | Qualifying % |
|---|---|
| UR / OBC | 55% (27.5 Marks) |
| SC | 45% (22.5 Marks) |
| ST | 40% (20 Marks) |
| EWS | 49.5% |
Those clearing the skill test pay another ₹743.40 as portal charges before the test happens.
MP High Court Assistant Grade-III 2026: Important Questions & Answers
What were the application dates for MP High Court Assistant Grade-III Vacancy 2026?
Candidates could fill the online form from 17/08/2026 to 15/09/2026, till 5:00 PM. Corrections were allowed from 19/09/2026 to 21/09/2026. Applications have closed, and the preliminary exam schedule is now available.
How many posts are in the MP High Court Assistant Grade-III Vacancy 2026?
1174 posts are open, spread across UR, SC, ST, OBC, and EWS categories. 87% of these posts are confirmed right now, while the remaining 13% wait on a pending court decision.
What is the age limit for High Court of Madhya Pradesh Assistant Grade-III posts?
Candidates must be 18 or older as on 01/01/2026. The upper limit stays at 40 for most male applicants, going up to 45 for women, SC, ST, OBC, and PwD candidates.
What fee do candidates pay for MP High Court Assistant Grade-III Vacancy 2026?
UR and out-of-state applicants pay ₹943.40. OBC, SC, ST, EWS, and PwD applicants from Madhya Pradesh pay ₹743.40. Clearing the prelim exam adds another ₹743.40 for the typing test.
Which qualification does the High Court of Madhya Pradesh ask for the Assistant Grade-III post?
A graduation degree, a valid CPCT scorecard, and a one-year Computer Application diploma (or an equal degree like BCA or MCA) get a candidate eligible.
How does selection happen for MP High Court Assistant Grade-III Vacancy 2026?
An Online Preliminary Exam of 100 marks comes first, testing GK, Maths, Hindi, English, and Computers. Candidates clearing this write a 50-mark Hindi Typing Skill Test next.
On which dates will the MP High Court Assistant Grade-III 2026 exam be held?
The online preliminary exam will take place on 23/11/2026 and 25/11/2026. Use the Download Exam Date Notice link to open the official PDF. Candidates should check the official website for admit card updates before their exam.
Is there a service bond for MP High Court Assistant Grade-III Vacancy 2026?
Yes, selected candidates sign a ₹2,00,000 bond and agree to work for 3 years. Breaking this commitment early means losing the bond money.
