Delhi High Court SPA & PA Online Form 2026

Delhi High Court SPA PA Recruitment 2026: 150 Vacancies Online Form

Recruitment Overview

Important Dates

Application / Registration Fee

• Fee is non-refundable and not adjustable against any other examination or selection.
• Applications without the prescribed fee will be summarily rejected.
• Separate fee is payable for each post (SPA and PA) applied for.

Eligibility Criteria & Vacancy / Seat Details

Post-wise Vacancy Breakdown

PwBD Horizontal Reservation

Qualification & Age Details

Age Relaxation

Reservation Policy

• 15% posts for Scheduled Castes, 7.5% for Scheduled Tribes, 27% for OBC (Non-Creamy Layer), 10% for EWS, and 4% for PwBD on horizontal basis.
• No reservation for Ex-servicemen in Group 'A' & 'B' posts.
• Valid category certificates must be issued on or before 05.10.2026.
• OBC candidates must hold a certificate from the competent authority of Govt. of NCT of Delhi; a Non-Creamy Layer certificate for FY 2026-27 is also required.
• EWS reservation requires an Income and Asset Certificate valid as on the last date of application submission.

Selection / Admission / Evaluation Process

Both posts follow a four-stage selection process:

1. Stage I – English Typing Test (Qualifying)

   • 10 minutes; minimum speed 40 w.p.m.; permissible mistakes 3% of total words typed.

2. Stage II – English Shorthand Test

   • SPA: 110 w.p.m.; 550-word passage dictated in 5 minutes; 45 minutes transcription; 120 marks; permissible mistakes 5% (27.5).
   • PA: 100 w.p.m.; 500-word passage dictated in 5 minutes; 45 minutes transcription; 110 marks; permissible mistakes 5% (25).
   • 4 marks deducted per full mistake, 2 marks per half mistake; best of two attempts considered.

3. Stage III – Main (Descriptive) Examination

   • 100 marks; 120 minutes; Essay (250 words, 40 marks), Letter Writing (15 marks), Grammar & Comprehension (25 marks), Translation Hindi-English & English-Hindi (10+10 marks).
   • Passing marks: 50% for General (SPA), 45% for Reserved/PwBD categories.

4. Stage IV – Interview

   • 15 marks; no minimum qualifying marks.

Key Selection Rules

• Final merit list is prepared by combining marks from Stage II, III, and IV; Stage I is qualifying only.
• Ties resolved in order: Stage II marks → Stage III marks → Stage IV marks → date of birth (older candidate preferred).
• No exemption from any stage for PwBD candidates; no scribe or compensatory time provided.
• Medium of examination is English language only.
• No re-evaluation or re-checking of scores at any stage.

How to Apply / Register / Check Status

1. Register for online application using your email ID and mobile number; note the system-generated registration/application number.
2. Fill up the application form online by visiting the Official Website.
3. Upload a scanned colour passport-size photograph in JPEG format (100 KB to 200 KB, not more than three months old, with 3/4th face coverage).
4. Capture and upload a live photograph via webcam/mobile device, matching the uploaded passport photo.
5. Upload left-hand thumb impression in JPEG format (50 KB to 200 KB); right-hand thumb impression may be used if left is unavailable.
6. Upload scanned signature in JPEG format (50 KB to 150 KB) – illegible or capital-letter signatures will be rejected.
7. Pay the prescribed fee online via UPI, Net Banking, Credit Card, or Debit Card.
8. Generate and save the Confirmation Page after successful fee payment – submission is complete only when this page is generated.
9. Use the correction window (12.10.2026 to 14.10.2026) if needed to modify any details except Name, Category, Date of Birth, and Mobile Number; corrections can be made up to two times, with charges of Rs. 200/- for the first correction and Rs. 500/- for the second.

Required Documents Checklist

• Scanned colour passport-size photograph (JPEG, 100–200 KB)
• Live photograph (via webcam/mobile)
• Left-hand thumb impression (JPEG, 50–200 KB)
• Scanned signature (JPEG, 50–150 KB)
• Category/caste certificate (if applicable)
• EWS Income and Asset Certificate (if applicable)
• PwBD disability certificate (if applicable)
• Photo ID proof (Aadhaar, Driving Licence, Voter ID, PAN Card, etc.)

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1. What is Delhi High Court SPA & PA Recruitment 2026? It is a recruitment examination conducted by the High Court of Delhi to fill 117 Senior Personal Assistant and 33 Personal Assistant posts, and to prepare a panel for future vacancies.

Q2. How many vacancies are available in Delhi High Court SPA & PA Recruitment 2026? There are 150 vacancies in total – 117 for Senior Personal Assistant and 33 for Personal Assistant.

Q3. What is the qualification required for these posts? A graduate degree from a recognised university, with English shorthand speed of 110 w.p.m. for SPA or 100 w.p.m. for PA, and typing speed of 40 w.p.m. on computer for both posts.

Q4. What is the age limit for Delhi High Court SPA & PA Recruitment 2026? Candidates must be between 18 and 32 years as on 01.01.2026, with age relaxation available for SC/ST, OBC-NCL, PwBD, and Ex-servicemen categories as per the notification.

Q5. What is the last date to apply for Delhi High Court SPA & PA Recruitment 2026? The last date for receipt of online applications and fee payment is 5 October 2026 (2300 hours). Applications open from 15 September 2026.

Q6. What is the application fee for Delhi High Court SPA & PA Recruitment 2026? Rs. 1,500 for General/OBC-NCL/EWS candidates and Rs. 1,300 for SC/ST/PwBD candidates, plus applicable transaction charges.

Q7. What is the selection process for Delhi High Court SPA & PA Recruitment 2026? A four-stage process: English Typing Test (qualifying), English Shorthand Test, Main (Descriptive) Examination, and Interview. The final merit list is based on marks from the Shorthand Test, Main Examination, and Interview combined.

Q8. How can I apply for Delhi High Court SPA & PA Recruitment 2026? Applications must be submitted online through the Official Website; no offline applications are accepted. Separate applications and fees are required for SPA and PA.

Q9. Is there a correction window for the application form? Yes, from 12 October 2026 to 14 October 2026, candidates can correct application details except Name, Category, Date of Birth, and Mobile Number, subject to correction charges of Rs. 200 (first time) and Rs. 500 (second time).

Q10. Are PwBD candidates given any exemption from the shorthand or typing tests? No. All candidates, including those in the PwBD category, must qualify every stage of the examination, including the Typing and Shorthand Tests; no scribe or compensatory time is provided.

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About This Notification

High Court of Delhi has officially released the notification for Delhi High Court SPA PA. A total of 150 vacancies are available under this recruitment drive.

Regarding the timeline, applications open from 15 September 2026, the last date to apply is 5 October 2026.

General/OBC candidates need to pay a fee of ₹1500. SC/ST/PwBD candidates are required to pay ₹1300. Payment can be made via UPI, Net Banking, Credit Card, Debit Card.

The selection procedure for this recruitment consists of the following stages: English Typing Test (Qualifying) → English Shorthand Test → Main (Descriptive) Examination → Interview. Candidates must qualify each stage to proceed to the next.

Interested and eligible candidates are advised to read the official notification carefully before applying. Ensure all required documents are ready and submit the application before the deadline. Late or incomplete applications will not be accepted. Keep visiting the official website for the latest updates regarding Delhi High Court SPA PA.