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Allahabad High Court Private SecretaryGrade I Recruitment 2026 – 195 Posts
High Court of Judicature at Allahabad · Advt. No. 01/PS Grade-I/2026 · Exam Conducted by NTA · Notification Date: 12 March 2026 · Via exams.nta.nic.in/allhcre/
⚖️ 195 Total Vacancies
📅 Apply 12 March – 1 April 2026
💰 Salary ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500 (Level-10)
📝 CBT by NTA · 3 Stages
✍️ Shorthand 100 wpm · Typing 40 wpm
🎓 Any Graduate + Computer Knowledge
195
Total Posts
81
Unreserved (UR)
52
OBC Posts
₹56,100
Starting Salary
1 Apr
Last Date
675
Total Marks
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Important Dates
Official Notification Released – Advt. No. 01/PS Grade-I/2026
12 March 2026
✔ ReleasedOnline Application Portal Opens at exams.nta.nic.in/allhcre/
12 March 2026
🟢 Portal LiveLast Date to Submit Online Application Form
1 April 2026
🔴 19 days leftLast Date for Successful Fee Payment
2 April 2026
⏳ UpcomingApplication Correction Window (Online only)
3 – 4 April 2026
⏳ Upcoming⚠️ Age Crucial Date: Eligibility age is reckoned as on 01 July 2026. Date of Birth must be between 02.07.1991 and 01.07.2005. Watch allahabadhighcourt.in and exams.nta.nic.in/allhcre/ for exam date updates.
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Recruitment Overview
| Recruiting Organization | High Court of Judicature at Allahabad |
| Exam Conducting Body | National Testing Agency (NTA), New Delhi |
| Advertisement No. | 01/Private Secretary Grade-I/2026 · Dated: 12 March 2026 |
| Post Name | Private Secretary Grade-I (PS Grade-I) |
| Total Vacancies | 195 Posts (subject to increase/decrease) |
| Pay Scale | Level-10 · ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500 (7th Pay Commission) |
| Exam Mode | Computer Based Test (CBT) – All three stages |
| Total Marks | 675 (Stage I: 400 + Stage II: 200 + Stage III: 75) |
| Application Mode | Online only at exams.nta.nic.in/allhcre/ or allahabadhighcourt.in |
| Application Fee | ₹1,900 (General/OBC) · ₹1,700 (SC/ST/EWS of UP) |
| Application Window | 12 March 2026 to 1 April 2026 |
| Fee Payment Deadline | 2 April 2026 |
| Correction Window | 3 April 2026 to 4 April 2026 (Online only) |
| Age Limit (as on 01.07.2026) | 21 to 35 years · DOB: 02.07.1991 to 01.07.2005 |
| NTA Helpdesk Email | helpdesk.allhcre@nta.ac.in |
| Official Website(s) | exams.nta.nic.in/allhcre/ and allahabadhighcourt.in |
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Vacancy Distribution – Category Wise
81
Unreserved (UR)
Open/General category
52
OBC (NCL)
27% · Other Backward Classes
40
SC (UP)
21% · Scheduled Castes
19
EWS (UP)
10% · Economically Weaker Section
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ST (UP)
02% · Scheduled Tribes
| Category | Total | Women (20%) | Ex-SM (5%) | PwBD (4%) | DFF (2%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR) | 81 | 16 | 04 | 03 | 01 |
| OBC (NCL) of UP | 52 | 10 | 02 | 02 | 01 |
| SC of UP | 40 | 08 | 02 | 01 | 00 |
| EWS of UP | 19 | 03 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| ST of UP | 03 | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| Grand Total | 195 | 37 | 08 | 06 | 02 |
ℹ️ Note: Women (20%) horizontal reservation applies subject to final court decision in Special Appeal No. 675/2019. Reservation benefits apply only to bonafide UP domicile holders with valid Domicile Certificate.
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Eligibility Criteria
📅 Age Limit — as on 01 July 2026
General / OBC / EWS
21 – 35 yrs
DOB: 02.07.1991 to 01.07.2005
SC / ST / OBC / DFF of UP
21 – 40 yrs
+5 years upper age relaxation
Physically Handicapped (UP)
21 – 50 yrs
+15 years upper age relaxation
Ex-Servicemen (UP)
+3 yrs after deduction
After deducting military service rendered
UP Govt. Servants
Up to 45 yrs
Eligible up to 45 years for direct recruitment
🎓 Essential Qualifications
Educational Qualification
Bachelor's Degree from a University established by Law in India, OR a qualification recognized as equivalent thereto. Any stream/subject is eligible — no specific degree is mandated.
English Shorthand & Typewriting Speed
- English Shorthand: Minimum 100 words per minute (Sir Isaac Pitman's system)
- English Typewriting: Minimum 40 words per minute on computer
Computer Knowledge
Knowledge of Data Entry, Word Processing and Computer Operations is mandatory. Directly tested in Stage I Part B where candidates reproduce a 500-word judgment passage on computer in exact format within 15 minutes.
Preferential Qualifications (Extra Preference)
As per Rule 4-F, preference given (other things equal) to candidates who:
- Have served in the Territorial Army for a minimum of 2 years, OR
- Hold an NCC 'B' Certificate
Nationality & Domicile
Must be a citizen of India. Reservation benefits apply only to bonafide UP domicile holders with valid UP Domicile Certificate. Women candidates must produce caste/domicile from father's side only.
Marital Status Rule
A male candidate with more than one living wife, or a female candidate who married a person who already has a living wife, is not eligible. Exemption only by Chief Justice under special grounds.
⚠️ Critical Eligibility Rules — Must Read
- All three stages are individually qualifying — no candidate, including PH candidates, is exempt from any stage.
- There is no provision for Scribe or extra time for PH candidates in any stage. Visually handicapped may use own magnifying glasses only.
- Candidates employed in Govt./PSUs must submit NOC from Cadre Controlling Authority when asked.
- PH candidates must have not less than 40% disability certified by Competent Authority.
- Only ONE application per candidate. If multiple submitted, only the last submitted application is considered — previous fees not refunded.
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Pay Scale & Salary
Additional Benefits
DA revised twice yearly · HRA based on posting city · Travelling Allowance · Medical facility for self and family · 3% Annual Increment each July · NPS Pension with employer contribution · Earned Leave & Half Pay Leave · Promotional path to Additional Private Secretary · Permanent, pensionable government service at one of India's largest High Courts.
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Application Fee
ℹ️ SC/ST/EWS fee concession applies only to bonafide UP residents. Candidates from reserved categories of other states pay ₹1,900. Horizontal reservation candidates pay as per their vertical category. Bank service charges are additional. Last date for fee payment: 2 April 2026. NTA helpdesk: helpdesk.allhcre@nta.ac.in
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Selection Process & Exam Pattern
📝 3 Stages · Total 675 Marks · All Stages individually qualifying · No exemption for any candidate. Stage I (10× shortlisting) → Stage II (3× shortlisting) → Stage III Interview. Final merit based on aggregate of all three stages.
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Stage I — Computer Based Test (CBT) · Three Parts in Single Shift
400 Marks
Part A
General Studies
General Studies
100 MCQ · 200 Marks · 90 Minutes · No Negative Marking · No Minimum Marks
Syllabus: General Science · History of India · Indian National Movement · Polity, Economy & Culture · Agriculture/Commerce/Trade · Population & Ecology · World Geography & Indian Resources · Current Events · General Aptitude · UP Special Knowledge · General English & Hindi (Graduation level) · Elementary Computer Knowledge. Question paper in both English and Hindi; English version is final.
2 marks/question
Syllabus: General Science · History of India · Indian National Movement · Polity, Economy & Culture · Agriculture/Commerce/Trade · Population & Ecology · World Geography & Indian Resources · Current Events · General Aptitude · UP Special Knowledge · General English & Hindi (Graduation level) · Elementary Computer Knowledge. Question paper in both English and Hindi; English version is final.
Part B
Computer Knowledge
Computer Knowledge
100 Marks · 15 Minutes · Minimum Qualifying: 50/100
Reproduce a ~500-word Judgment passage in English on computer in exact format. Each mistake = 0.2 marks deducted. Spelling errors, punctuation, bold/italic, justification errors and paragraph phrasing = full mistake.
Min 50 marks
Reproduce a ~500-word Judgment passage in English on computer in exact format. Each mistake = 0.2 marks deducted. Spelling errors, punctuation, bold/italic, justification errors and paragraph phrasing = full mistake.
Part C
Translation Test
Translation Test
100 Marks · 15 Minutes · Minimum Qualifying: 50/100 · Subjective Type
Translate a ~250-word passage from Shorthand (Pitman) to English on computer. Each mistake = 0.4 marks deducted.
Min 50 marks
Translate a ~250-word passage from Shorthand (Pitman) to English on computer. Each mistake = 0.4 marks deducted.
⚠️ 15-minute gap between each part. All three parts conducted in a single shift. Must qualify Part B (min 50) AND Part C (min 50) to be considered for final merit.
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Stage II — Shorthand Dictation Test · CBT · Called: 10× vacancies per category
200 Marks
Shorthand
Dictation + Transcription
Dictation + Transcription
200 Marks · 5 min Dictation + 30 min Transcription · Minimum Qualifying: 160/200
~500-word passage dictated in English in 5 minutes (100 wpm). Write in shorthand, then transcribe on computer within 30 minutes. Required speed: Shorthand 100 wpm, Typing 40 wpm. Each mistake = 0.4 marks deducted. Paragraphing/punctuation error = half mistake.
Min 160/200
~500-word passage dictated in English in 5 minutes (100 wpm). Write in shorthand, then transcribe on computer within 30 minutes. Required speed: Shorthand 100 wpm, Typing 40 wpm. Each mistake = 0.4 marks deducted. Paragraphing/punctuation error = half mistake.
📊 Stage I + Stage II total = 600 marks. Three times (3×) the vacancies per category are called for Stage III Interview.
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Stage III — Interview · Called: 3× vacancies per category from Stage I + II merit
75 Marks
Interview
Personality Test
Personality Test
75 Marks · Venue: Allahabad High Court
Viva-voce to assess personality, communication, knowledge and suitability. Final merit prepared on aggregate marks in Stage I + II + III (Total 675). Merit list valid for one year or until next selection. Equal marks: older candidate ranked higher.
675 total
Viva-voce to assess personality, communication, knowledge and suitability. Final merit prepared on aggregate marks in Stage I + II + III (Total 675). Merit list valid for one year or until next selection. Equal marks: older candidate ranked higher.
💡 Answer Key Challenge (Stage I Part A only): Provisional answer keys displayed online for 2–3 days after the exam for objections. Challenge fee: ₹500 per question (refunded if accepted). Challenges via online portal only — not by email/post.
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How to Apply Online — Step by Step
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Visit the Official NTA Portal for AHC Recruitment
Go to exams.nta.nic.in/allhcre/ or allahabadhighcourt.in. Portal is live from 12 March 2026. Click on the application link for Advt. No. 01/PS Grade-I/2026.
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Register with Your Own Email ID and Mobile Number
Register using your own personal email ID and mobile number. Note the system-generated Application/Registration Number. Do not use email/mobile of a coaching centre. Both cannot be changed after registration.
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Fill the Complete Online Application Form
Enter Name (as in Class X), Mother's/Father's Name in CAPITAL LETTERS — no prefix. Date of Birth as in Class X Certificate. Category, domicile, educational qualifications, shorthand/typing speed, identity document details. Exercise utmost caution — only a few fields can be corrected in the correction window.
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Upload Scanned Documents
Upload: (i) Passport photo (JPG, 10–200 KB, white background, 80% face, with name & date printed, taken after notification date); (ii) Signature in running hand on white paper in blue/black pen (JPG, 10–100 KB — NOT capital letters); (iii) Left thumb impression (10–200 KB); (iv) Class X Certificate (50–300 KB); (v) Category Certificate if applicable (50–300 KB); (vi) Employment Certificate if applicable (50–300 KB).
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Pay Application Fee via SBI
Pay ₹1,900 (General/OBC) or ₹1,700 (SC/ST/EWS of UP) through SBI via Net Banking / Debit Card / Credit Card / UPI. Fee payment deadline: 2 April 2026. Additional bank charges are payable by the candidate. Fee is non-refundable.
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Download Confirmation Page and Save
After successful fee payment, the Confirmation Page is generated. Download and print at least 4 copies. Keep 8 passport-size photographs (same as uploaded) aside. Save fee payment proof. Confirmation Page need not be posted to NTA/High Court.
🔧 Correction Window (3–4 April 2026): Limited fields can be corrected online only. Changes via post/fax/WhatsApp/email are NOT entertained. Only your registered email can be used to raise queries with NTA.
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Documents Required
📤 At Time of Online Application (Scanned Uploads)
Passport-size Photo (JPG, 10–200 KB, white background, with name & capture date)
Signature in running hand, blue/black pen on white paper (JPG, 10–100 KB)
Left Hand Thumb Impression (JPG, 10–200 KB)
Class X / Matriculation Certificate (50–300 KB) — Date of Birth proof
Category Certificate – SC/ST/OBC/EWS (50–300 KB, if applicable)
Employment Certificate (Optional, 50–300 KB, for Govt. employees)
🏛️ At Exam Centre on Examination Day
Printed Admit Card downloaded from official NTA website
Two recent passport-size photos (same as uploaded) for attendance sheet
Primary Govt. Photo ID used during online registration (original, valid)
One Additional Govt. Photo ID (Aadhaar / Voter ID / Passport / PAN / Driving Licence / Bank Passbook with photo)
📁 At Document Verification (Original + 2 Photocopies)
Class X Certificate & Marksheet (DOB proof)
All Graduation Degree Certificates & Marksheets
Shorthand Speed Certificate (100 wpm) & Typewriting Certificate (40 wpm)
Computer Course Certificate (Data Entry / Word Processing)
Caste Certificate – SC/ST/OBC issued by UP Govt. competent authority
OBC Non-Creamy Layer (NCL) Certificate in UP Govt. format
EWS Income & Asset Certificate from Competent Authority
UP Domicile / Residence Certificate
PwBD Disability Certificate (min 40% disability, RPwD Act 2016 format)
Ex-Servicemen Discharge Certificate with enrollment/retirement dates
NOC from Employer (for current Govt. employees only)
NCC 'B' Certificate or Territorial Army Certificate (if claiming preference)
Confirmation Page of Online Application (printed copy)
Proof of Fee Payment
Valid Govt. Photo ID (Aadhaar / PAN / Voter ID / Passport)
Eight recent passport-size photographs (same as uploaded)
⚠️ Exam Day Rules — Prohibited Items
- The same Govt. ID used during registration must be brought in original on exam day.
- Mobile phones, Bluetooth devices, calculators, electronic watches, earphones are strictly prohibited in the exam hall.
- Biometric verification is done at the exam centre. Late entry is not permitted under any circumstances.
- Fabricated/morphed photograph or signature = Unfair Means (UFM) and may lead to criminal action.
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About Allahabad High Court & Career Prospects
About the High Court of Judicature at Allahabad
Established on 11 June 1866, the High Court of Judicature at Allahabad is one of India's oldest and largest High Courts with jurisdiction over entire Uttar Pradesh. Working here means serving in India's judicial system at the highest state level with exceptional prestige and job security.
Role of a Private Secretary Grade-I
Directly assists Hon'ble Judges. Key duties: taking shorthand notes of proceedings and dictations; transcribing on computer; drafting correspondence; managing the judge's schedule; maintaining confidentiality of judicial records. A highly responsible, prestigious post requiring speed, accuracy and discretion.
Career Growth & Promotions
Promotion path: PS Grade-I → Additional Private Secretary → senior administrative positions. Level-10 starting pay, 7th CPC structure, annual increments, and prestige of the Allahabad High Court make this among the most coveted administrative jobs in Uttar Pradesh.
Posting Location & Service Conditions
Posting primarily at Allahabad (Prayagraj) and the Lucknow Bench. Service governed by The Allahabad High Court Private Secretaries (Conditions of Service) Rules, 2001. Medical fitness certificate from Chief Medical Officer required before final appointment.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
The High Court of Judicature at Allahabad has released Advertisement No. 01/PS Grade-I/2026 on 12 March 2026 for 195 posts of Private Secretary Grade-I. The exam is conducted by NTA. Applications at exams.nta.nic.in/allhcre/ from 12 March to 1 April 2026. Pay Scale: Level-10 (₹56,100–₹1,77,500) under 7th Pay Commission.
Last date to submit online application: 1 April 2026. Last date for successful fee payment: 2 April 2026. Correction window: 3 to 4 April 2026 (online only). No changes accepted after the correction window.
Pay Level-10 with basic pay scale of ₹56,100 to ₹1,77,500 as per 7th CPC. In addition: DA (revised twice yearly), HRA, TA, Medical Allowance, 3% annual increment, NPS pension. Gross in-hand approximately ₹70,000–80,000/month for new recruits.
₹1,900 for General/OBC. ₹1,700 for SC/ST/EWS of Uttar Pradesh. Paid via SBI only (Net Banking/Debit Card/Credit Card/UPI). Additional bank charges apply. Fee is non-refundable. SC/ST/EWS of other states pay ₹1,900.
Three mandatory stages: Stage I — CBT: Part A (100 MCQ, 200 marks, no negative marking), Part B (Computer Test, 100 marks, min 50), Part C (Translation Test, 100 marks, min 50); Stage II — Shorthand Dictation Test (200 marks, min 160); Stage III — Interview (75 marks). Total 675 marks. No stage exemption for anyone.
Minimum 21 years, maximum 35 years as on 01 July 2026. DOB: 02.07.1991 to 01.07.2005. Relaxation: SC/ST/OBC/DFF of UP — 5 years; PH of UP — 15 years; Ex-Servicemen — 3 years after deducting military service; UP Govt. Servants — up to 45 years. Only one (most beneficial) relaxation allowed.
English Shorthand minimum 100 words per minute (Pitman's system) and English Typewriting minimum 40 words per minute on computer. In Stage II, a 500-word passage is dictated in 5 minutes; candidates transcribe on computer within 30 minutes. Minimum qualifying marks in Stage II: 160 out of 200.
No negative marking in Stage I Part A (100 MCQ, 200 marks). Each correct answer = 2 marks; unanswered = 0. However, minimum 50 out of 100 required separately in Part B (Computer Test) and Part C (Translation Test). Stage II minimum: 160 out of 200.
Provisional answer keys for Stage I Part A displayed on the NTA website for 2–3 days post-exam. Candidates can challenge by paying ₹500 per question online (refunded if accepted). Challenges only via online portal — not by email/post/hand. Final answer keys after expert review are binding.
No Scribe or extra time in any stage for PH candidates. Visually handicapped candidates may use own magnifying glasses only. No exam material in Braille. All stages are mandatory for everyone due to the nature of the post.
Bring: (1) Printed Admit Card; (2) Two passport photos (same as uploaded); (3) Original Govt. ID used at registration (valid/non-expired); (4) One additional original Govt. ID (Aadhaar/Voter ID/Driving Licence/Passport/PAN/Bank Passbook with photo). Mobile phones and electronic gadgets are strictly prohibited.
Pay Level-10 starting at ₹56,100 scaling to ₹1,77,500; prestigious work directly assisting Hon'ble Judges; permanent, pensionable government job; 7th CPC salary + all allowances; promotional path to Additional Private Secretary; and the unique experience of working within one of India's largest and oldest High Courts established in 1866. Among the best secretarial govt. jobs in UP for shorthand and computer professionals.
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