High Court of Delhi (DHC) released a Vacancy Notice for the Senior Personal Assistant (SPA) and Personal Assistant (PA) Examination 2026, covering 150 total vacancies — 117 for SPA and 33 for PA. Online applications open 15 September 2026 and close 5 October 2026, with a correction window running 12-14 October 2026.
One detail worth knowing upfront: this notice explicitly states there is no scribe or compensatory time facility for PwBD candidates at any stage, given the nature of stenography duties — every candidate, including PwBD candidates, must individually qualify the Typing and Shorthand tests. This guide covers the complete eligibility, 4-stage selection process with full marks breakdown, salary, and every date from the official notice.
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Delhi High Court SPA/PA 2026: Quick Overview & Important Dates
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | High Court of Delhi (DHC) |
| Exam Name | Senior Personal Assistant and Personal Assistant Examination 2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 150 (117 SPA + 33 PA) |
| Online Application Start Date | 15 September 2026 (11:00 AM) |
| Online Application & Fee Payment Last Date | 5 October 2026 (11:00 PM) |
| Correction Window | 12 October 2026 (11:00 AM) to 14 October 2026 (11:00 PM) |
| Admit Card Download | To be announced later via public notice |
| Exam Date, Time & Venue | To be announced later via public notice |
| Application Fee | ₹1,500 (Gen/OBC-NCL/EWS); ₹1,300 (SC/ST/specified PwBD) |
Vacancy Details: SPA vs PA
Senior Personal Assistant (117 Posts) — Group ‘B’, Level-8 (7th CPC)
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR) | 43 |
| Other Backward Classes (OBC-NCL) | 32 |
| Economically Weaker Section (EWS) | 14 |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 12 |
| Total | 117 |
| PwBD (Horizontal, within above total) | 7 |
Personal Assistant (33 Posts) — Group ‘B’, Level-7 (7th CPC)
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR) | Nil |
| Other Backward Classes (OBC-NCL) | 16 |
| Economically Weaker Section (EWS) | 7 |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 5 |
| Total | 33 |
| PwBD (Horizontal, within above total) | 3 |
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Eligibility Criteria
All qualifications reckoned as on 5 October 2026 (application closing date).
| Post | Eligibility |
|---|---|
| Senior Personal Assistant (SPA) | Graduate from a recognized University, with minimum 110 wpm in English Shorthand and 40 wpm in English Typewriting on computer, with good working knowledge of computers |
| Personal Assistant (PA) | Graduate from a recognized University, with minimum 100 wpm in English Shorthand and 40 wpm in English Typewriting on computer, with good working knowledge of computers |
Age Limit & Age Relaxation
Candidates must be not below 18 years and not over 32 years as on 1 January 2026 (born between 2 January 1994 and 1 January 2008).
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST | 5 years |
| OBC-NCL | 3 years |
| PwBD (General/EWS) | 10 years |
| PwBD (OBC) | 13 years |
| PwBD (SC/ST) | 15 years |
| Ex-Servicemen (ESM) | 3 years (after deducting military service from actual age) |
| Disabled Defence Personnel | Up to 45 years (50 years for SC/ST) |
| Candidates in regular service at this Court | No upper age limit (does not apply to other Govt. departments/PSUs/Delhi District Courts) |
Reservation Details
| Category | Reservation % |
|---|---|
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 15% |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 7.5% |
| Other Backward Classes (OBC-NCL) | 27% |
| Economically Weaker Section (EWS) | 10% |
| Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) | 4% (horizontal) |
There is no reservation for Ex-Servicemen in Group ‘A’ and ‘B’ posts. OBC candidates must hold a caste certificate issued by a Competent Authority of the Govt. of NCT of Delhi specifically — certificates from outside Delhi, or for castes not recognized as OBC in Delhi, are not accepted. Non-Creamy Layer (NCL) certificates must be issued within FY 2026-27 (1 April 2026 to 31 March 2027) if the original caste certificate was issued in an earlier financial year.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General/OBC-NCL/EWS | ₹1,500 |
| SC/ST/PwBD (OL, BL, LC, Dw, AAV, ASD, SLD, Mental Illness, Multiple Disabilities ≥40%) | ₹1,300 |
Fee is non-refundable, payable via UPI, Net Banking, or Credit/Debit Card. Payment grievance contacts: SBI Customer Support — 022-65361671 (sbiepay@sbi.co.in); general query helpline — +91-7353014447.
Salary / Pay Scale
| Post | Pay Level |
|---|---|
| Senior Personal Assistant | Group ‘B’, Level-8 of the Pay Matrix, 7th CPC |
| Personal Assistant | Group ‘B’, Level-7 of the Pay Matrix, 7th CPC |
Selection Process: 4 Stages
- Stage-I: English Typing Test (Qualifying) — 10 minutes, minimum 40 wpm required. Not counted in final merit.
- Stage-II: English Shorthand Test — dictation + transcription, scored and counted in final merit.
- Stage-III: Main (Descriptive) Examination — 100 marks, 120 minutes, counted in final merit.
- Stage-IV: Interview — 15 marks, no minimum qualifying marks, counted in final merit.
Final merit = Stage-II + Stage-III + Stage-IV marks. Stage-I is qualifying only and does not contribute to merit. Candidates must clear each stage individually to proceed to the next.
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Stage-Wise Exam Pattern: Senior Personal Assistant
| Stage | Detail |
|---|---|
| Stage-I: Typing Test | 40 wpm minimum, 10 minutes, “characters with space” method, max 3% mistakes allowed |
| Stage-II: Shorthand Test | Dictation speed: 110 wpm; passage of 550 words dictated in 5 minutes; 45 minutes to transcribe on computer; Total: 120 marks |
| Stage-II Mistake Penalty | Max permissible mistakes: 27.5 (5% of dictated words). 4 marks deducted per full mistake, 2 marks per half mistake. Exactly 27.5 mistakes = 10 marks. More than 27.5 mistakes = disqualified. Two attempts given; best of two considered. |
| Stage-III: Main Exam | 100 marks, 120 minutes |
| Stage-IV: Interview | 15 marks, no minimum qualifying marks |
Stage-Wise Exam Pattern: Personal Assistant
| Stage | Detail |
|---|---|
| Stage-I: Typing Test | 40 wpm minimum, 10 minutes, “characters with space” method, max 3% mistakes allowed |
| Stage-II: Shorthand Test | Dictation speed: 100 wpm; passage of 500 words dictated in 5 minutes; 45 minutes to transcribe on computer; Total: 110 marks |
| Stage-II Mistake Penalty | Max permissible mistakes: 25 (5% of dictated words). 4 marks deducted per full mistake, 2 marks per half mistake. Exactly 25 mistakes = 10 marks. More than 25 mistakes = disqualified. Two attempts given; best of two considered. |
| Stage-III: Main Exam | 100 marks, 120 minutes |
| Stage-IV: Interview | 15 marks, no minimum qualifying marks |
Main (Descriptive) Examination Content
The Main (Descriptive) Examination (100 marks, 120 minutes) is common in structure for both posts:
| Section | Marks |
|---|---|
| Essay (250 words) | 40 |
| Letter Writing | 15 |
| Grammar & Comprehension Passage | 25 |
| Translation (Hindi to English) | 10 |
| Translation (English to Hindi) | 10 |
| Total | 100 |
Minimum passing marks: 50% (50/100) for General category candidates; 45% (45/100) for Reserved category candidates (including PwBD).
No Scribe/Compensatory Time for PwBD Candidates
The official notice explicitly states that no candidate, including PwBD candidates, will be exempted from any stage of examination — this includes the Typing Test and Shorthand Test. Given the working conditions and nature of duties for SPA/PA posts, there is no provision for scribe or compensatory time in any part/stage of the examination for PwBD candidates. PwBD candidates suffering from a disability for which no vacancy has been reserved are not entitled to any relaxation in marks or fee on account of disability, and are governed by the criteria applicable to their respective category (General/SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS).
Tie-Breaking Rule for Merit
Where candidates score equal total marks, ranking is resolved in this order:
- Marks obtained in Stage-II (English Shorthand Tests)
- Marks obtained in Stage-III (Main Descriptive Examination)
- Marks obtained in Stage-IV (Interview)
- Date of Birth — the older candidate is placed higher
How to Apply Online
- Visit delhihighcourt.nic.in and go to “Public Notices/Recruitment/Job Openings.”
- Click “Register” on the DHC Recruitment Home page — sign up with Post Applied, Name, Mobile Number, and Email ID.
- Generate OTP, accept Terms & Conditions, and re-verify details after entering OTP and Captcha.
- You’ll receive your Login ID and Password on your registered mobile/email — double-check these details before proceeding.
- Log in and click “Go to Application” to fill the online form completely, uploading scanned Photo/Signature/Documents as specified.
- Use the Preview option to check details and Edit to correct them — note that Name, Post Applied, Email ID, and Mobile Number cannot be changed once entered.
- Once submitted, no further changes are allowed — you’ll be redirected to the payment gateway to pay the examination fee.
- After successful payment, download and retain your generated Application Form (do not send it to DHC by post).
Document Upload Specifications
| Document | Format | Size | Dimensions |
|---|---|---|---|
| Photograph | JPEG | 100 KB – 200 KB | ~200×230 pixels (min. 200 DPI) |
| Signature | JPG/JPEG | 50 KB – 150 KB | ~140×60 pixels |
| Certificates (Educational/Category) | JPG/JPEG/PDF | 100 KB – 1 MB | — |
Photograph must be a recent (within 3 months) color passport-size photo, without cap/mask/spectacles, with at least 75% face coverage in the frame. Signature must be in black ink on white paper, scanned as the signature area only — a mismatched signature can lead to summary rejection.
Important Links
| Resource | Link |
|---|---|
| DHC SPA/PA 2026 Official Apply Link | To Register To Login |
| IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS TO THE CANDIDATES | View PDF |
| Official Delhi High Court Website | delhihighcourt.nic.in |
| DHC SPA/PA 2026 Official Vacancy Notice | Download PDF |
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FAQ
How many total vacancies are there in Delhi High Court SPA/PA Recruitment 2026?
150 total — 117 for Senior Personal Assistant and 33 for Personal Assistant.
What is the last date to apply?
5 October 2026 (11:00 PM), with a correction window from 12 to 14 October 2026.
What is the eligibility (shorthand/typing speed) for SPA vs PA?
SPA needs 110 wpm Shorthand and 40 wpm Typing; PA needs 100 wpm Shorthand and 40 wpm Typing — both require a graduate degree.
What is the age limit?
18 to 32 years as on 1 January 2026, with relaxation available for reserved categories.
What is the application fee?
₹1,500 for General/OBC-NCL/EWS candidates, and ₹1,300 for SC/ST/specified PwBD candidates.
What is the selection process (stages)?
Four stages: English Typing Test (qualifying), English Shorthand Test, Main Descriptive Examination, and Interview.
What is the Main Descriptive Exam pattern?
100 marks in 120 minutes, covering Essay (40), Letter Writing (15), Grammar & Comprehension (25), and Hindi-English Translation both ways (10+10).
What is the minimum passing mark in the Main Exam?
50% for General category candidates, and 45% for Reserved category candidates (including PwBD).
What is the salary/pay scale for SPA and PA?
SPA carries Level-8 and PA carries Level-7 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix, both Group ‘B’ posts.
Is there a scribe or compensatory time facility for PwBD candidates?
No. The notice explicitly states there is no scribe or compensatory time facility at any stage, given the nature of stenography duties.
What happens if two candidates score equal marks (tie-break rule)?
Ties are resolved first by Shorthand Test marks, then Main Exam marks, then Interview marks, and finally by age (older candidate ranked higher).
What is the reservation percentage (SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwBD)?
15% SC, 7.5% ST, 27% OBC-NCL, 10% EWS, and 4% PwBD (horizontal).
When will the exam date be announced?
The Delhi High Court has stated the admit card and exam date/time/venue will be announced later via a separate public notice on the official website.
How do I apply online for this recruitment?
Register on delhihighcourt.nic.in with your email and mobile number, fill the application form, upload the required documents, and complete the fee payment before 5 October 2026.
Author’s Suggestion
If you’re eligible for both SPA and PA based on your shorthand speed, remember these require completely separate applications and separate fees — don’t assume one application covers both posts.
Disclaimer
This article is based on the official Vacancy Notice issued by the High Court of Delhi for the Senior Personal Assistant and Personal Assistant Examination 2026. Candidates should verify all details, especially the exam date once announced, directly on delhihighcourt.nic.in.
