The Bombay High Court has released a notification for several Group C and Group D posts across its Principal Seat in Bombay and Benches at Nagpur and Aurangabad.
| Parameter | Details |
| Recruiting Body | High Court of Judicature at Bombay |
| Total Vacancies | 2,381 (Clerk, Peon, Driver, Stenographer) |
| Application Start Date | December 15, 2025 (11:00 AM) |
| Last Date to Apply & Pay Fee | January 5, 2026 (05:00 PM) |
| Official Website | https://bombayhighcourt.nic.in |
1. 📋 Post-Wise Vacancy and Essential Qualifications
| Post Name | Total Vacancies | Educational Qualification | Pay Scale (Level/Approx.) |
| Clerk | 1,382 | Graduate + English Typing @ 40 WPM. | ₹29,200 – ₹92,300 (Level S-10) |
| Peon/Hamal/Farash | 887 | Ability to Read and Write Marathi. (Minimum 7th Pass requirement often specified) | ₹16,600 – ₹52,400 |
| Driver | 37 | 10th Pass (SSC) + Valid LMV Driving Licence + Minimum 3 years of driving experience. | ₹29,200 – ₹92,300 (Level S-10) |
| Stenographer (Lower Grade) | 56 | Graduate + Shorthand @ 80 WPM + Typing @ 40 WPM (English). | ₹49,100 – ₹1,55,800 (Level S-18) |
| Stenographer (Higher Grade) | 19 | Graduate + Shorthand @ 100 WPM + Typing @ 40 WPM (English). | ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500 (Level S-20) |
Age Limit (as on January 5, 2026): Minimum 18 years to Maximum 38 years. Age relaxation is provided for SC/ST/OBC and other categories as per Maharashtra Government rules (e.g., up to 43 years for reserved categories).
2. 📝 Selection Process
The selection process is multi-stage and varies slightly by post:
| Post | Selection Stages |
| Clerk | Written/Screening Test \rightarrow English Typing Test \rightarrow Interview \rightarrow Document Verification |
| Peon | Written/Screening Test \rightarrow Physical/Special Skill Test \rightarrow Interview (may apply) \rightarrow Document Verification |
| Driver | Written/Screening Test \rightarrow Driving Skill Test \rightarrow Interview (may apply) \rightarrow Document Verification |
| Stenographer | Written/Screening Test \rightarrow Shorthand Test \rightarrow Typing Test \rightarrow Interview \rightarrow Document Verification |
Written/Screening Test Details (General Pattern)
- Mode: Objective Type Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ).
- Syllabus: Generally covers General Knowledge, General Intelligence, Arithmetic, English/Marathi Language, and Computer Proficiency.
- The pass marks for the screening test are mandatory to proceed to the next stage.
3. 💵 Job Description & Salary Overview
| Post Name | Key Job Description | Starting Salary (Approx. Basic + Allowances) |
| Clerk | Performing general office duties, preparing case records, maintaining files, typing documents, attending to the public, and assisting High Court officials. | ₹45,000 – ₹55,000+ |
| Peon | Carrying files and documents, operating photocopy machines, general cleanliness, assisting officers and staff, and running errands. | ₹25,000 – ₹32,000+ |
| Driver | Driving official staff cars for Judges and High Court officers, ensuring vehicle maintenance, and adhering to safe driving protocols. | ₹45,000 – ₹55,000+ |
| Stenographer | Taking dictation in shorthand, transcribing judicial orders and judgments, preparing and finalizing documents, and secretarial assistance to Judges/Officers. | ₹70,000 – ₹90,000+ |
🔗 Application Link
The applications must be submitted online through the Bombay High Court’s official recruitment portal:
- Official Recruitment Portal: You must visit the official website
https://bombayhighcourt.nic.inand navigate to the “Recruitment” section to find the “Apply Online” link which will be active from December 15, 2025.
