Delhi High Court SPA & PA Recruitment 2026: Typing Test Dates Out for 150 Posts
| Organization Name | High Court of Delhi (DHC) |
| Job Location |
All India / Across India (Candidates from all States & UTs Eligible)
Main Campus / Office: Sher Shah Road, Near India Gate, New Delhi - 110003
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| Event / Stage | Date |
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| Application Start Date | 15 Sep 2026 |
| Application Last Date | 05 Oct 2026 |
| Correction Window Start | 12 Oct 2026 |
| Skill Test Date | 14 Nov 2026 |
| Educational Qualification | Bachelor's Degree in any discipline from a recognized University. | ||||||||
| Work Experience | Not required. | ||||||||
| Age Limits Details |
General / UR: 18 to 32 years
OBC Candidates: 18 to 35 years
EWS Candidates: 18 to 32 years
SC Candidates: 18 to 37 years
ST Candidates: 18 to 37 years
PwBD Candidates: 18 to 42 years
Ex-Servicemen (ESM): As per rules
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| Age Relaxation Info | Age relaxation applicable as per government norms. | ||||||||
| Nationality / Citizenship | Indian citizens and subjects of Nepal | ||||||||
| Domicile Requirements | No specific domicile requirement. | ||||||||
| Other Eligibility Parameters |
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| Eligibility Notes | Candidates must possess the required shorthand and typing speeds. For SPA: 110 w.p.m. shorthand and 40 w.p.m. typing. For PA: 100 w.p.m. shorthand and 40 w.p.m. typing. |
| General / UR | 1500 |
| OBC | 1500 |
| EWS | 1500 |
| SC | 1300 |
| ST | 1300 |
| PwBD | 1300 |
| Ex-Servicemen (ESM) | 1300 |
| Post Name | Total Posts | Description / Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Senior Personal Assistant (SPA) | 117 | Group B post, Pay Level-8 |
| Personal Assistant (PA) | 33 | Group B post, Pay Level-7 |
| Subject Name | Questions | Marks | Topics List (Comma Separated) |
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| English Typing | - | - |
Typing speed of 40 w.p.m. on computer•
Permissible mistakes up to 3% of total words typed
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| Subject Name | Questions | Marks | Topics List (Comma Separated) |
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| English Shorthand | - | SPA: 120, PA: 110 |
SPA: 110 w.p.m. (550 words in 5 minutes, max mistakes 27.5)•
PA: 100 w.p.m. (500 words in 5 minutes, max mistakes 25)
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| Subject Name | Questions | Marks | Topics List (Comma Separated) |
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| Essay | - | 40 |
Essay writing
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| Letter Writing | - | 15 |
Letter writing
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| Grammar & Comprehension | - | 25 |
Grammar•
Comprehension
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| Translation | - | 20 |
Hindi to English (10 marks)•
English to Hindi (10 marks)
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Delhi High Court SPA & PA Recruitment 2026: Typing Test Dates Announced
The High Court of Delhi has released the typing test schedule for the Senior Personal Assistant (SPA) and Personal Assistant (PA) Examination 2026. This recruitment drive aims to fill 150 Group 'B' vacancies, including 117 posts for SPA (Pay Level-8) and 33 posts for PA (Pay Level-7). Candidates who applied online between 15 September and 05 October 2026 can now check their typing test dates.
Important Dates
- Online Application Start: 15 September 2026
- Last Date to Apply: 05 October 2026
- Application Correction Window: 12 October to 14 October 2026
- Typing Test Date (SPA): 14 November 2026
- Typing Test Date (PA): 27 November 2026
- Admit Card Availability: Before the exam
Vacancy Details
Total Posts: 150
- Senior Personal Assistant (SPA): 117 posts (UR: 43, EWS: 14, OBC-NCL: 16, SC: 32, ST: 12, PwBD: 07)
- Personal Assistant (PA): 33 posts (UR: 00, EWS: 07, OBC-NCL: 05, SC: 16, ST: 05, PwBD: 03)
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification: Bachelor's Degree in any discipline from a recognized university.
SPA: Minimum shorthand speed of 110 w.p.m. in English and typing speed of 40 w.p.m. on computer.
PA: Minimum shorthand speed of 100 w.p.m. in English and typing speed of 40 w.p.m. on computer.
Age Limit (as on 01/01/2026): 18 to 32 years. Candidates must be born between 02/01/1994 and 01/01/2008. Age relaxation applicable as per rules.
Application Fee
- General / OBC-NCL / EWS: Rs. 1,500/-
- SC / ST / PwBD: Rs. 1,300/-
- Correction Charges: Rs. 200/- (first time), Rs. 500/- (second time)
Selection Process
- Stage-I: English Typing Test (Qualifying): 10 minutes duration on computer with minimum speed of 40 w.p.m. Permissible mistakes up to 3% of total words typed.
- Stage-II: English Shorthand Test: For SPA: 110 w.p.m. (550 words dictated in 5 minutes, 45 minutes for transcription, max mistakes 27.5). For PA: 100 w.p.m. (500 words dictated in 5 minutes, 45 minutes for transcription, max mistakes 25).
- Stage-III: Main (Descriptive) Exam: 100 marks, 120 minutes. Essay (40 marks), Letter Writing (15 marks), Grammar & Comprehension (25 marks), Translation Hindi to English (10 marks) and English to Hindi (10 marks). Qualifying marks: 50% for General (SPA) and 45% for reserved categories.
- Stage-IV: Interview: 15 marks. No minimum qualifying marks. Final merit based on Stage-II, III, and IV marks.
Note: No exemption from typing or shorthand tests for any candidate, including PwBD. No scribe or compensatory time is allowed.
How to Apply
- Visit the official website of Delhi High Court at delhihighcourt.nic.in and go to 'Public Notice' > 'Recruitment – Job Openings'.
- Click on the application link for 'Senior Personal Assistant and Personal Assistant Examination 2026'.
- Register with basic details, contact number, and valid email ID to generate registration number.
- Select the post (separate application and fee for each post).
- Upload scanned photograph (75% face coverage, 100-200 KB JPEG), live photo via webcam/mobile, left-hand thumb impression (50-200 KB), and signature (50-150 KB).
- Pay the fee online via UPI, Net Banking, or Debit/Credit Card.
- Submit the application before 05 October 2026 (11:00 PM) and print the confirmation page.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. What is the last date to apply for Delhi High Court SPA & PA Recruitment 2026?
The last date for online registration and fee payment was 05 October 2026 up to 11:00 PM.
Q2. Are there any vacancies for General (UR) candidates in the Personal Assistant post?
No, there are zero vacancies for General category under PA post. General category vacancies are only for SPA.
Q3. What are the shorthand and typing speed requirements for SPA?
Candidates need a shorthand speed of at least 110 w.p.m. in English and typing speed of 40 w.p.m. on computer.
Q4. What is the application fee?
Rs. 1,500/- for General/OBC-NCL/EWS and Rs. 1,300/- for SC/ST/PwBD per post.
Q5. Is scribe facility available for PwBD candidates?
No, all candidates must appear and qualify in typing and shorthand tests individually. No scribe or compensatory time is provided.
Conclusion
The Delhi High Court SPA & PA Recruitment 2026 offers a significant opportunity for candidates with strong shorthand and typing skills. With the typing test dates approaching, applicants should prepare diligently and download their admit cards in time. Stay updated with official notifications for any changes.
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