Allahabad High Court RO ARO CA Recruitment 2026
543 Posts | Review Officer, ARO & Computer Assistant | Apply by 21 June
The High Court of Judicature at Allahabad, one of India's oldest and largest High Courts, through the National Testing Agency (NTA), has released Advertisement No. 02/REVIEW OFFICER/ASSISTANT REVIEW OFFICER/COMPUTER ASSISTANT/2026 dated 01.06.2026 inviting online applications for 543 posts — Review Officer (138), Assistant Review Officer (380), and Computer Assistant (25). Apply online at exams.nta.nic.in/allhcre from 01 June 2026 to 21 June 2026 (11:50 PM). Three-stage selection: Stage-I Prelim (200 MCQ, OMR, 3 hrs, no negative marking), Stage-II Mains (150 marks, subjective, min 50/150), Stage-III Typing Test (50 marks, 20 min CBT). No interview. Final merit based on Mains + Typing only.
🟢 Apply Online Now — exams.nta.nic.in/allhcre
Application window: 01 June 2026 to 21 June 2026 (11:50 PM). Fee last date: 22 June 2026. Correction window: 24–25 June 2026. Apply at exams.nta.nic.in/allhcre OR allahabadhighcourt.in.
Apply at exams.nta.nic.in/allhcre → allahabadhighcourt.in →| Post | Total | SC (21%) | ST (2%) | OBC (27%) | EWS (10%) | UR | Women (20%H) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Review Officer | 138 | 28 | 02 | 37 | 13 | 58 | 25 |
| Asst. Review Officer | 380 | 79 | 07 | 102 | 38 | 154 | 73 |
| Computer Assistant | 25 | 05 | 00 | 06 | 02 | 12 | 04 |
| Grand Total | 543 | 112 | 09 | 145 | 53 | 224 | 102 |
- Reservation benefits (vertical + horizontal) are applicable only to bonafide residents / domicile of Uttar Pradesh. Non-UP candidates are treated as General (Unreserved) — no category benefits
- For women candidates, caste/domicile certificate must be issued from father's side only — not husband's
- Horizontal reservation: Women 20% | DFF 2% | Ex-Servicemen 5% | PH/PwBD 4% | Sportspersons 1% — all are overlay on vertical categories
- PH/PwBD reservation: minimum 40% disability required; includes locomotor (OA/OL/both legs/leprosy cured/dwarfism/AAV), visual impairment (low vision), and hearing impairment (hard of hearing)
- No scribe or extra time for PH candidates. Visually handicapped candidates may use their own magnifying glasses — no Braille exam material provided
- 20% women horizontal reservation is subject to final decision of Hon'ble Court in Special Appeal No. 675 of 2019
- Vacancies may increase or decrease as determined by the Hon'ble High Court
- Condition 1 — Academic: Bachelor's Degree from a University established by law in India, OR a qualification recognised as equivalent thereto
- Condition 2 — Computer Qualification (any one):
- Diploma / Degree in Computer Science from a recognised Institution / University established by law in India, OR
- 'O' Level Certificate awarded by NIELIT / DOEACC Society, OR
- 'CCC' Certificate in Computer Science from a recognised institute established by law in India
- Condition 3 — Computer Skills: Knowledge of Data Entry, Word Processing, and Computer Operation
- Condition 4 — Typing Speed: Minimum 25 Words Per Minute in English Typing on Computer
| Post | Min Age | Max Age (Gen/EWS) | DOB Not Before | DOB Not After |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Review Officer (RO) | 21 years | 35 years | 02.07.1991 | 01.07.2005 |
| Asst. Review Officer (ARO) | 21 years | 35 years | 02.07.1991 | 01.07.2005 |
| Computer Assistant (CA) | 18 years | 35 years | 02.07.1991 | 01.07.2008 |
A passage of approximately 500 words in English is displayed on screen. Candidates must reproduce it exactly (same format) within 20 minutes. Speed (wpm) is calculated against correct words typed. Scoring formula: 01 mistake = 0.1 mark deducted. Left-out words and spelling mistakes = 1 full mistake each. Extra words typed beyond the passage = deleted and ignored. The SUBMIT button is active throughout — candidates can submit early to enhance accuracy focus, but must remain seated until dismissed. Both Stage-II and Stage-III are conducted on the same day in a single shift with a 20-minute gap. 📌
- Stage-I marks are NOT part of final merit — only used for 7x shortlisting. Topping Stage-I gives no advantage in final selection
- Final Merit = Stage-II marks + Stage-III marks (out of 150 + 50 = 200 total) — subject to meeting minimum qualifying marks in each
- Both Stage-II (min 50/150) AND Stage-III (min 25/50 + 25 wpm) minimum marks must be cleared individually — clearing one and failing the other means exclusion from final merit
- Separate merit lists are prepared for RO, ARO, and CA. A candidate selected for RO is not considered for ARO/CA. A candidate selected for ARO is not considered for CA
- Merit list is valid for 1 year or until next selection, whichever is earlier
- No interview at any stage — selection is purely exam-based
Non-refundable
Non-refundable
- Payment exclusively through State Bank of India (SBI) only — other bank payments are not accepted
- Fee payment deadline is 22 June 2026 (11:50 PM) — one day after the application submission deadline
- SBI may levy additional service/processing charges over and above the exam fee — these are borne by the candidate
- Fee once paid is non-refundable under any circumstances — not even if application is rejected or candidate is found ineligible
- Only one application should be submitted. If multiple are submitted, only the last one is considered and earlier fees are NOT refunded or adjusted
- Answer key challenge fee (Stage-I): ₹500 per question — refunded only if the challenge is upheld by the expert panel
Visit the Official NTA Portal for Allahabad HC Recruitment
Go to exams.nta.nic.in/allhcre (NTA's designated portal for this recruitment) OR www.allahabadhighcourt.in. Read the full official notification (available for download as PDF on both portals) and the Annexure-I (Replica Application Form) before filling the online form. The application link is active from 01 June 2026. 📌
Register — Create Account with Email & Mobile
Click New Registration. Fill in name, date of birth, email ID, and mobile number. A One-Time Password (OTP) is sent for verification. After OTP verification, your Application ID is generated. Note your Application ID carefully — it is used for all future logins, admit card, and result checking. Your email and mobile details as entered here will be treated as final for all NTA/HC communications. 📌
Fill the Application Form — All Fields Carefully
Log in with Application ID and password. Fill all mandatory fields: personal details, category (General/SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PH/ESM/DFF/Sports), qualification details (graduation degree, computer qualification — Diploma/O-Level/CCC, and typing speed confirmation), post applied for (RO / ARO / CA — the system evaluates eligibility and one fee is paid irrespective of how many posts you are eligible for). Enter complete postal address with PIN code. All information provided is treated as FINAL. 📌
Upload Photograph & Signature
Upload a recent passport-size colour photograph (clear, white/light background, face visible, not older than a few months) and your signature with black/blue ink on white paper. Follow NTA's prescribed file format, size specifications, and resolution requirements exactly. Using someone else's photograph or signature is treated as Unfair Means (UFM) and leads to disqualification. Keep at least 8 identical passport-size photographs for exam day use. 📌
Pay Application Fee via SBI — By 22 June 2026
Pay ₹1,200 (General/OBC) or ₹1,000 (SC/ST/EWS of UP) through the State Bank of India payment gateway only. Payment modes available through SBI: Net Banking, Debit Card, Credit Card, or SBI Challan. SBI charges additional processing fees borne by the candidate. Fee payment deadline: 22 June 2026 (11:50 PM) — one day after form submission closes. No payment = application not processed. 📌
Take Printout of Confirmation Page & Application Form
After successful payment, a Confirmation Page is generated. Download and print it — it is your proof of application. Do NOT send the Confirmation Page to NTA or the High Court by post. Keep the printout for your records. Print at least 2–3 copies. Also keep 8+ passport-size photographs (identical to the one uploaded) for exam day. Use the correction window (24–25 June 2026) if you need to fix any errors. 📌
The Allahabad High Court is one of India's oldest and largest High Courts with jurisdiction over the entire state of Uttar Pradesh and Uttarakhand. Working in its Establishment is a prestigious, stable career. Here is a frank evaluation:
- 543 vacancies is a large recruitment — creating statistically reasonable chances even for competitive candidates. ARO alone has 380 posts, making it the most accessible tier
- No negative marking in Stage-I — a major advantage that rewards aggressive full attempts. Most competitive exams in UP government sector carry 1/3 or 1/4 negative marking
- No interview — pure merit-based exam selection eliminates subjective bias and political influence
- Pay Level-7 and Level-8 positions (ARO and RO) are among the best-paying Group B/C positions in UP's judicial establishment — comparable to PCS Mains-level administrative posts in terms of basic pay
- Posting in Allahabad (Prayagraj) or High Court-related locations — urban, structured work environment unlike field postings in other departments
- NTA conducting the exam ensures standardised, transparent, and professional examination management
- Legal/judicial exposure provides enormous career enrichment for those interested in law, administration, or eventually pursuing LLB/LLM
- Stage-II (Mains) is descriptive in English — Essay, Précis, Translation, Comprehension. Candidates weak in English writing skills face a structural disadvantage here
- The 25 wpm English typing minimum for Stage-III is a hard gate — candidates who don't regularly type must practise seriously before the exam
- 20% women horizontal reservation is currently subject to a pending court matter — final vacancy distribution may change
- UP domicile mandatory for reservation benefits — out-of-state candidates compete as General (UR) regardless of category
- The correction window is only 2 days (24–25 June) — candidates must verify all application details carefully before submitting. Errors post-correction window cannot be rectified
- Stage-I marks don't count in final merit — candidates who rely only on strong GK/aptitude performance for final selection will be disappointed if their English writing is weak
Our verdict: This is one of the most valuable recruitment notifications to emerge from UP's judiciary sector in recent years. For graduates with good English language skills (both written expression and typing), 543 vacancies across three post levels represents an excellent opportunity. The combination of no negative marking in Stage-I, no interview in final selection, and good pay levels makes this a meritocracy-friendly recruitment. Candidates should prioritise Stage-II preparation (English descriptive skills) and Stage-III typing speed — these two stages decide the final merit. Apply before 21 June 2026 and begin English writing practice immediately. 📌
Three very different stages require three different preparation approaches. Here is a stage-by-stage strategy:
- Target 140–160+ marks to be safely within the 7x shortlist for all three posts (approximate based on UP GK-heavy exam patterns)
- UP GK is the biggest differentiator: Allahabad HC exams consistently have 25–35 questions from UP history, culture, economy, geography. Use Arihant's UP GK or Lucent's UP Special + current UP state events
- General English (Graduation Level): Parts of speech, synonyms/antonyms, idioms, error spotting, fill in blanks — 20–25 questions expected. Standard Wren & Martin + previous year papers
- Current Affairs: Last 12 months national + UP-specific (CM's schemes, new districts, sports achievements, cultural events)
- Computer knowledge basics: MS Office, internet fundamentals, hardware/software basics — directly relevant to the Computer Assistant post and expected in Stage-I too
- Time management: 200 questions in 180 minutes = 54 seconds per question. Don't get stuck on any single question for over 2 minutes
- Essay Writing (30 marks): Choose topics from current affairs, social issues, governance, or philosophical topics likely for a High Court examination. Practise writing 200-word essays daily. Focus: clear introduction, logical body paragraphs (PEEL method), crisp conclusion. Avoid grammatical errors. Clarity over complexity
- Précis Writing (30 marks): Practice reducing 300–400 word passages to approximately 100 words while retaining core meaning. The title selection and proportional reduction are key evaluation criteria. Read newspaper editorials and practise précis weekly
- Translation E↔H (50 marks combined): Practise translating formal English passages into standard Hindi and formal Hindi passages into English. Focus on legal/administrative vocabulary since this is a High Court context. Avoid colloquialisms
- Comprehension in English (40 marks): Read the passage carefully before attempting questions. Focus on analytical accuracy — UPSC-level reading comprehension passages are good practice material
- Minimum 50/150: Roughly 33% minimum — scoring below this means exclusion even if Stage-III is excellent. Don't sacrifice any section
- 25 wpm minimum: 20 minutes × 25 wpm = 500 words minimum. You need to type the entire passage correctly. Practice until you comfortably maintain 30–35 wpm with less than 2% error rate
- Error cost: Every mistake costs 0.1 marks. 50 errors = 5 marks lost = net 45/50. 150 errors = 15 marks lost = net 35/50 (still above minimum but low merit score). Target: under 20 errors in the full test
- Don't use Backspace excessively: Each backspace + retype costs more time than leaving a minor error and continuing. For words where you make 1–2 small errors, typing onward is often faster than backspacing and correcting
- Touch typing: If you currently hunt-and-peck, invest 4–6 weeks practising touch typing. Even reaching 30 wpm with touch typing is more reliable than 35 wpm hunt-and-peck
- Practise formal passages: The test passage is formal English (~500 words). Use typing test websites (Typing.com, 10FastFingers) with formal text settings for practice
- Review Officer (RO) — 138 posts (Pay Level-8, ₹47,600–₹1,51,100)
- Assistant Review Officer (ARO) — 380 posts (Pay Level-7, ₹44,900–₹1,42,400)
- Computer Assistant (CA) — 25 posts (Pay Level-4, ₹25,500–₹81,100)
- Application submission last date: 21 June 2026 (11:50 PM)
- Fee payment last date: 22 June 2026 (11:50 PM)
- Correction window: 24–25 June 2026 (up to 11:00 PM)
- Stage-I (Prelim): 200 MCQ, 200 marks, 3 hours, OMR-based, NO negative marking, NO minimum marks. 7x shortlisting for Stage-II+III
- Stage-II (Mains): 150 marks, 2 hours, descriptive — Essay (30) + Précis (30) + Translation E↔H (50) + Comprehension (40). Minimum 50/150 to qualify
- Stage-III (Computer Test): 50 marks, 20 minutes, CBT English typing ~500 words. Minimum 25/50 + 25 wpm to qualify. 0.1 mark per error
- General / OBC candidates: ₹1,200
- SC / ST / EWS (of UP): ₹1,000
- RO & ARO: Min 21 years, Max 35 years | DOB: 02.07.1991 to 01.07.2005
- CA: Min 18 years, Max 35 years | DOB: 02.07.1991 to 01.07.2008
- Bachelor's Degree from any recognised university in India
- Computer Qualification: Diploma/Degree in Computer Science from recognised institution, OR NIELIT/DOEACC 'O' Level Certificate, OR CCC Certificate from recognised institute
- Knowledge of Data Entry, Word Processing, and Computer Operation
- Minimum 25 Words Per Minute English Typing Speed on Computer
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