Delhi High Court PA Syllabus 2026
Recruitment Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization Name | High Court of Delhi |
| Post Name | Personal Assistant (PA) |
| Total Vacancies | 150 |
| Application Mode | Check Official Notification |
| Job Location | Delhi |
Exam Pattern
The selection process consists of four mandatory stages. All candidates, including PwBD, must clear the typing and shorthand tests.
Stage I: English Typing Test (Qualifying)
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Duration | 10 Minutes |
| Minimum Speed | 40 words per minute (on computer) |
| Calculation Method | Characters with space |
| Permissible Mistakes | 3% of total words typed |
| Nature | Qualifying only (Marks not added to merit) |
Stage II: English Shorthand Test
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Minimum Speed | 100 words per minute |
| Dictation | 500 words in 5 minutes |
| Transcription Time | 45 minutes |
| Total Marks | 110 Marks |
| Permissible Mistakes | Max 25 mistakes (5% of dictated words) |
| Marking Deduction | 4 marks per full mistake; 2 marks per half mistake |
| Attempts | Two attempts (Best score considered) |
Stage III: Main (Descriptive) Examination
| Section | Marks |
|---|---|
| Essay (250 words) | 40 Marks |
| Letter Writing | 15 Marks |
| Grammar & Comprehension Passage | 25 Marks |
| Translation (Hindi to English) | 10 Marks |
| Translation (English to Hindi) | 10 Marks |
| Total | 100 Marks |
Exam Details:
- Duration: 120 Minutes.
- Qualifying Marks: 45% (45/100) for Reserved categories and PwBD.
Stage IV: Interview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Marks | 15 Marks |
| Minimum Qualifying Marks | None |
Subject-wise Syllabus
Main Descriptive Examination
- Essay Writing: Drafting a 250-word essay on a provided topic.
- Letter Writing: Drafting a letter in the correct format based on a given situation.
- Grammar & Comprehension: Reading comprehension passages and English grammar application.
- Translation:
- Translation of one passage from Hindi to English.
- Translation of one passage from English to Hindi.
Skill Requirements (Stage I & II)
- Typing: Proficiency in English typing on a computer.
- Shorthand: Proficiency in English shorthand dictation and transcription.
- Computer Knowledge: Good working knowledge of computers.
How to Download Syllabus
- Visit the official website of the High Court of Delhi.
- Navigate to the recruitment section or the "Vacancy Notice" link.
- Locate the official notification for the Senior Personal Assistant (SPA) and Personal Assistant (PA) Examination 2026.
- Open the PDF file to view the detailed syllabus and exam pattern.
- Save or print the document for offline reference.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. What is the Delhi High Court Personal Assistant Syllabus 2026? It includes the Main Descriptive Exam (Essay, Letter Writing, Grammar, Comprehension, and Translation) and skill tests for English Typing and Shorthand.
Q2. What are the four stages of the selection process? The stages are: English Typing Test (Qualifying), English Shorthand Test (110 marks), Main Descriptive Exam (100 marks), and Interview (15 marks).
Q3. Is there negative marking in the exam? There is no negative marking in the Main Descriptive Exam. However, in the Shorthand Test, marks are deducted for mistakes (4 for full, 2 for half).
Q4. What are the qualifying marks for the PA post in the Main Exam? Since there are no General category vacancies for the PA post, all candidates (Reserved/PwBD) must score at least 45% (45 out of 100).
Q5. What is the required shorthand speed for the PA post? The minimum required shorthand speed is 100 words per minute.
| Link Name | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Coming Soon |
| Official Notification / Advertisement | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
| Download Syllabus | Click Here |
About This Notification
High Court of Delhi has officially released the notification for Delhi High Court PA Syllabus. A total of 150 vacancies are available under this recruitment drive.
There is no application fee.
The selection procedure for this recruitment consists of the following stages: English Typing Test → English Shorthand Test → Main Descriptive Exam → Interview. Candidates must qualify each stage to proceed to the next.
Candidates preparing for this examination are advised to thoroughly study the syllabus and understand the exam pattern before starting their preparation. A structured study plan aligned with the official syllabus will help in covering all topics systematically and improving performance in the examination.