Delhi High Court JJA Restorer Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 152 Posts

State: Delhi | Last Date: 2026-02-23

The High Court of Delhi, one of the most prestigious judicial institutions in India, has released an official recruitment notification for 152 posts of Junior Judicial Assistant/Restorer (JJA/Restorer) in Group-B cadre. This recruitment presents an exceptional career opportunity for graduates to join the Delhi High Court establishment with excellent salary, job security, and professional growth prospects in the judicial administrative services. The Delhi High Court, established in 1966, is the highest judicial authority in the National Capital Territory of Delhi. It has jurisdiction over Delhi and also serves as the High Court for Union Territories. The court handles various types of cases including civil, criminal, writ petitions, and appeals, making it one of the busiest High Courts in the country. About Junior Judicial Assistant/Restorer Position: Junior Judicial Assistants (JJA) and Restorers are crucial members of the judicial support staff who assist judges and administrative officers in the smooth functioning of court proceedings. They are responsible for maintaining case files, preparing records, typing judicial orders and judgments, managing court documentation, and ensuring timely restoration of files. The position requires individuals with good communication skills, typing proficiency, attention to detail, and understanding of legal procedures. JJA/Restorers work directly under the supervision of judicial officers and court administrators. They play a vital role in case management, record keeping, and ensuring that court proceedings are properly documented. This position provides an excellent entry point into the judicial services and offers opportunities for further career advancement within the court system. Detailed Vacancy Information: Total Posts: 152 Post Name: Junior Judicial Assistant/Restorer Grade/Level: Group-B, 6th Level of Pay Matrix as per 7th Central Pay Commission Category-wise Distribution: The 152 vacancies are distributed across various reserved categories as per government norms: - Unreserved (UR): To be notified in detailed advertisement - Scheduled Caste (SC): As per reservation rules - Scheduled Tribe (ST): As per reservation rules - Other Backward Classes (OBC): As per reservation rules - Economically Weaker Section (EWS): As per reservation rules - Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD): Horizontal reservation as applicable Note: Out of 152 posts, a certain number of vacancies are reserved for women candidates (horizontal reservation) and PwBD candidates in various categories as per Supreme Court directives and government guidelines. Salary Structure and Benefits: Pay Scale: Level-6 of Pay Matrix as per 7th Central Pay Commission Basic Pay Range: Rs. 35,400 - 1,12,400/- per month Initial Basic Pay: Rs. 35,400/- per month at entry level Grade Pay: Rs. 4,200/- (pre-revised) equivalent to Level-6 in new pay matrix Allowances and Benefits: 1. Dearness Allowance (DA): Currently around 50% of basic pay (revised bi-annually as per Central Government rates) 2. House Rent Allowance (HRA): - For Delhi (X classification): 24% of basic pay - Or Government accommodation as per entitlement 3. Transport Allowance: As per Central Government norms for Delhi 4. City Compensatory Allowance: Additional allowance for Delhi posting 5. Medical Facilities: - CGHS facilities for self and dependents - Medical reimbursement as per rules - Emergency medical coverage 6. Leave Travel Concession (LTC): Once in two years for self and family 7. Annual Increments: 3% of basic pay every year 8. Pension Benefits: - New Pension Scheme (NPS) for new recruits - Retirement benefits including gratuity, leave encashment 9. Other Benefits: - Professional development allowances - Festival advances - Interest-free advances for various purposes - Group insurance schemes Gross Monthly Salary: Approximately Rs. 55,000 to Rs. 65,000 at entry level (including all allowances), which increases progressively with annual increments and DA revisions. After 10-15 years of service, the salary typically exceeds Rs. 1 lakh per month. Educational Qualification Requirements: Essential Qualification: Candidates must possess a Bachelor's Degree (Graduation) in any discipline from a recognized Indian University or equivalent qualification recognized by the Government of India. Acceptable Degrees: - B.A. (Bachelor of Arts) - B.Sc. (Bachelor of Science) - B.Com (Bachelor of Commerce) - B.Tech/B.E. (Bachelor of Technology/Engineering) - BBA (Bachelor of Business Administration) - BCA (Bachelor of Computer Applications) - LLB (Bachelor of Laws) - Any other bachelor's degree from UGC recognized university Important Notes on Educational Qualification: 1. Distance Education: Degrees obtained through distance/correspondence mode are acceptable only if the university is recognized by UGC for offering such programs 2. Foreign Degrees: Candidates with foreign degrees must have equivalence certificate from Association of Indian Universities (AIU) 3. Final Year Students: Candidates who have appeared in final year examination but results are awaited are NOT eligible to apply 4. Provisional Certificates: Candidates possessing provisional degree certificates are eligible, but must produce original degree certificate at the time of document verification 5. Typing Qualification: This is MANDATORY and essential Typing Speed Requirement (Mandatory): Candidates must have typing speed of 35 words per minute (WPM) on Computer in English Typing Test Details: - Medium: Computer (not typewriter) - Language: English - Speed: Minimum 35 WPM - Duration: 10 minutes typing test - Nature: Qualifying (must pass to be eligible for final appointment) - Calculation: Gross typing speed minus errors Note: Candidates who do not possess the required typing speed should NOT apply as the typing test is mandatory and must be cleared before appointment. Typing certificates from recognized institutes may need to be submitted. Age Limit and Relaxation: Age Calculation Date: Closing date of online application (23 February 2026) Age Limits: - Minimum Age: 18 years - Maximum Age: 32 years Upper Age Relaxation: 1. SC/ST Candidates: 5 years (Maximum age: 37 years) 2. OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) Candidates: 3 years (Maximum age: 35 years) 3. PwBD Candidates: - UR: 10 years (Maximum: 42 years) - OBC: 13 years (Maximum: 45 years) - SC/ST: 15 years (Maximum: 47 years) 4. Ex-Servicemen: Length of service + 3 years, subject to maximum age of 48 years 5. Widows, Divorced Women, and Women Judicially Separated: 35 years (UR), 38 years (OBC), 40 years (SC/ST) 6. Delhi Government Employees: Up to 40 years (if applicable as per court rules) Note: Age relaxation is not available for unreserved (UR) general category candidates. Candidates must submit valid proof of age (matriculation certificate/birth certificate) at document verification stage. Application Fee: For Unreserved (UR) / OBC / EWS Candidates: Rs. 500/- For SC / ST / PwBD / Female / Ex-Servicemen Candidates: Exempted (No fee) Mode of Payment: Online payment only through Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking / UPI during online application process Note: - Application fee once paid is non-refundable under any circumstances - Fee cannot be adjusted against future applications - Candidates claiming fee exemption must belong to exempted category and provide proof Selection Process - Two Stage Recruitment: Stage-I: Computer Based Examination (CBE) Exam Mode: Online Computer Based Test (CBT) Type: Objective Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ) Total Questions: To be notified (likely 100-150 questions) Total Marks: To be notified (likely 100-150 marks) Duration: 2 to 3 hours Negative Marking: Yes (0.25 marks deduction for each wrong answer) Exam Syllabus (Tentative): 1. General Intelligence & Reasoning: - Logical reasoning, analogies, similarities and differences - Spatial visualization, problem-solving, analysis and judgment - Decision making, visual memory, discrimination - Observation, relationship concepts, arithmetical reasoning 2. General Awareness: - Current affairs - national and international - Indian history, culture, geography, economy, polity - General science and scientific research - Sports, awards, books and authors - Important schemes and initiatives 3. Quantitative Aptitude: - Number systems, computation of whole numbers - Decimals, fractions, relationships between numbers - Percentage, ratio and proportion, averages - Interest, profit and loss, discount - Time and work, time and distance - Basic algebra, geometry, mensuration - Data interpretation 4. English Language: - Vocabulary, grammar and usage - Sentence structure and comprehension - Synonyms, antonyms, idioms and phrases - Fill in the blanks, error detection - Reading comprehension passages 5. Computer Knowledge: - Basic computer operations and MS Office - Internet and email - Computer terminology - Input/output devices - Operating systems basics Qualifying Marks: Category-wise minimum qualifying marks will be prescribed. Only candidates securing minimum marks will qualify for Stage-II. Stage-II: Typing Test on Computer (Qualifying) Typing Speed: 35 words per minute (WPM) on Computer Language: English Duration: 10 minutes Nature: Qualifying only (not for merit ranking) Calculation Method: (Total words typed - Errors) / 10 minutes Only candidates who qualify the Computer Based Examination will be called for Typing Test. Candidates failing to achieve the required typing speed will not be considered for appointment. Final Merit: Based on marks obtained in Computer Based Examination (Stage-I) only. Typing Test is qualifying in nature. How to Apply Online - Complete Process: Step 1: Visit Official Website Visit Delhi High Court official recruitment website from 04 February 2026: - Main Website: www.delhihighcourt.nic.in - Or dedicated recruitment portal (link will be provided in notification) Step 2: Read the Detailed Notification - Download and read the complete notification PDF carefully - Check eligibility criteria, selection process, and important instructions - Note important dates and exam centers Step 3: New Registration - Click on "Apply Online" link for JJA/Restorer Recruitment - Click "New Registration" for first-time users - Provide basic details: * Full Name (as per matriculation certificate) * Date of Birth * Father's Name * Mother's Name * Email ID (active - all communications via email) * Mobile Number (active - for SMS alerts) - Create strong password - Note Registration Number sent to email/SMS Step 4: Login and Fill Application Form - Login using Registration Number and Password - Fill Part-A: Personal Details * Name, Father/Mother name * Date of birth, gender * Category (UR/SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwBD) * Nationality, marital status - Fill Part-B: Educational Qualifications * Matriculation details * Graduation details with university, year, percentage * Typing qualification details - Fill Part-C: Address and Contact * Permanent and correspondence address * Email and mobile number - Fill Part-D: Additional Information * Ex-serviceman status (if applicable) * PwBD status and type of disability (if applicable) Step 5: Upload Documents Upload scanned copies of following documents (as per specifications): 1. Recent Photograph: - JPEG/JPG format - Size: 10 KB to 50 KB - Dimensions: 200 x 230 pixels - White background, recent (within 3 months) 2. Signature: - JPEG/JPG format - Size: 5 KB to 20 KB - Dimensions: 140 x 60 pixels - Black ink on white paper, clear signature 3. Left Thumb Impression: - JPEG/JPG format - Size: 10 KB to 50 KB - On white paper with black/blue ink 4. Other Documents (if applicable): - Caste certificate (SC/ST/OBC) - PwBD certificate - Ex-serviceman discharge certificate Step 6: Preview Application - Carefully preview all entered information - Check photograph and signature clarity - Verify all details before proceeding to payment Step 7: Pay Application Fee - Click "Proceed to Payment" - Select payment mode (Debit Card/Credit Card/Net Banking/UPI) - Pay application fee (Rs. 500/- for UR/OBC/EWS; Nil for SC/ST/PwBD/Female) - Payment gateway will open - Complete payment transaction - Note transaction ID/reference number Step 8: Submit Final Application - After successful payment, click "Final Submit" - A confirmation message will appear - Registration slip will be generated Step 9: Download and Print - Download the application form/registration slip - Take multiple printouts for future reference - Keep printout safely for admit card download and exam day Important Application Instructions: 1. Apply only if you meet all eligibility criteria 2. Keep scanned documents ready before starting application 3. Fill application in one sitting (session may timeout) 4. Email and mobile should remain active throughout recruitment 5. Do not share login credentials with anyone 6. Multiple applications from same candidate will be rejected 7. Canvassing in any form will disqualify candidature 8. Incorrect/false information will lead to cancellation at any stage 9. Candidates should apply well before deadline to avoid last minute rush 10. Court will not be responsible for any technical glitches on closing days Important Dates: - Notification Release Date: 30 January 2026 - Online Application Start Date: 04 February 2026 (from 11:00 AM) - Last Date for Online Application: 23 February 2026 (till 11:00 PM) - Last Date for Fee Payment: 23 February 2026 (till 11:59 PM) - Correction Window: To be notified (if provided) - Admit Card Download: 10-15 days before examination - Computer Based Exam Date: To be announced (likely April/May 2026) - CBT Result: Within 4-6 weeks after exam - Typing Test Date: To be notified after CBT result - Final Result: After typing test completion - Document Verification: After final result - Joining/Appointment: After document verification Examination Centers: The Computer Based Examination will be conducted at various centers across Delhi/NCR. Exact exam center will be mentioned in the admit card. Candidates cannot choose or change the allotted exam center. Tentative Exam Centers: - Central Delhi - North Delhi - South Delhi - East Delhi - West Delhi - Noida (if required) - Gurgaon (if required) Documents Required for Document Verification: Candidates qualifying both stages must bring following original documents with self-attested photocopies: 1. Matriculation/10th certificate (for Date of Birth and name proof) 2. All educational certificates and mark sheets (10th, 12th, Graduation) 3. Graduation degree certificate (original) 4. Caste certificate (SC/ST/OBC) from competent authority - if claiming reservation 5. EWS certificate (if claiming EWS reservation) - valid for current year 6. PwBD certificate from Medical Board (if applicable) 7. Ex-serviceman discharge certificate (if applicable) 8. Domicile certificate (if required) 9. Character certificate from Gazetted Officer 10. NOC from current employer (if already in service) 11. Recent passport size photographs (5 copies) 12. Aadhaar Card 13. PAN Card 14. Typing speed certificate (if possessed) Medical Examination: Selected candidates will have to undergo medical examination by Delhi High Court Medical Board. Candidates must be physically and mentally fit to discharge duties. Any serious ailment or disease may result in rejection at medical stage. Career Growth and Promotion Opportunities: Junior Judicial Assistant is an entry-level position with excellent growth prospects: 1. Within Court System: - Promotion to Senior Judicial Assistant after 5-7 years - Further promotion to Assistant Registrar - Eventually can reach Registrar level positions 2. Departmental Examinations: - Opportunity to appear in departmental exams for higher positions - Service benefits and seniority advantages 3. Skill Development: - Training in legal procedures and court management - Computer and software training - Professional development programs 4. Job Security: - Government job with complete security - Pension benefits - Cannot be terminated except for serious misconduct Contact Information: For Technical Issues During Application: Contact helpdesk numbers mentioned in notification For General Queries: Office of the Registrar General High Court of Delhi Sher Shah Road, New Delhi - 110503 Email: As mentioned in notification Website: www.delhihighcourt.nic.in Office Timings: 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM (Monday to Friday) This is a golden opportunity to join one of India's premier judicial institutions with excellent salary, benefits, and career growth. Eligible candidates should apply online before the deadline and start preparation for the computer-based examination.

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