Punjab Haryana High Court Clerk Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 1,270 Posts at sssc.gov.in

📌 Overview

The Punjab Haryana High Court Clerk Recruitment 2026 has opened applications for 1,270 Clerk vacancies in the District Courts of Punjab. The Society for Centralized Recruitment of Staff in Subordinate Courts (SSSC) issued the notice on 03-10-2026, and the online application window runs from 07-10-2026 to 04-11-2026. This is one of the biggest court staff recruitments of the year, open to graduates who have studied Punjabi at the matriculation level.

📅 Important Dates

📊 Vacancy Details

Vacancies are counted as on 31-08-2026 plus anticipated vacancies up to 28-02-2027.

✅ Eligibility Criteria

• Bachelor's degree (BA/BSc or equivalent) from a recognized university.
• Matriculation with Punjabi as one of the subjects.
• Proficiency in computer operations.
• Reservation, age relaxation and fee concessions are available only to Punjab residents.

🎯 Age Limit

💸 Application Fee

The fee is non-refundable and must be paid online.

🧾 Selection Process

1. Computer-Based Test — 100 marks (General Knowledge objective + English composition), qualifying 33% per subject and 40% aggregate, negative marking 1/4.
2. Computer Proficiency Test — qualifying only (spreadsheet work + 30 wpm English typing); marks not counted in merit.
3. Testimonial Verification
4. Final merit list based on CBT marks

📥 How to Apply

1. Visit the official SSSC portal: www.sssc.gov.in.
2. Open the advertisement for Clerk recruitment, Notice No. 37C/SSSC/PB/2026.
3. Register with a valid email ID and mobile number.
4. Fill the application form, upload the required documents and pay the fee online.
5. Submit before 04-11-2026 at 4:00 PM and keep a printout of the final form.

🏢 About Organization

The Society for Centralized Recruitment of Staff in Subordinate Courts (SSSC) conducts recruitment for staff positions in the subordinate courts under the Punjab & Haryana High Court, including clerks, stenographers and other posts in the District Courts of Punjab.

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❓ FAQs

What is the Punjab Haryana High Court Clerk Recruitment 2026?

It is a centralized recruitment drive by the Society for Centralized Recruitment of Staff in Subordinate Courts (SSSC) for 1,270 Clerk posts in the District Courts of Punjab, under Notice No. 37C/SSSC/PB/2026.

What is the last date to apply for PHHC Clerk Recruitment 2026?

Applications close on 04-11-2026 at 4:00 PM. Applications must be submitted online only on the official portal www.sssc.gov.in.

What is the eligibility for Punjab Haryana HC Clerk 2026?

Candidates need a bachelor's degree (BA/BSc or equivalent), must have passed matriculation with Punjabi as a subject, and should be proficient in computer operations.

What is the age limit for PHHC Clerk 2026?

As on 01-01-2026, the age limit for unreserved candidates is 18 to 37 years, with the usual relaxations — 5 years for SC/BC/OBC of Punjab, 10 years for PwBD of Punjab, and up to 45 years for in-service government employees.

What is the application fee for SSSC Clerk Recruitment 2026?

SC/BC/OBC/ESM/EWS candidates of Punjab pay ₹710, PwBD of Punjab pay ₹875, and all other candidates pay ₹1,200. The fee is non-refundable and must be paid online.

What is the selection process for PHHC Clerk 2026?

Selection is through a computer-based test of 100 marks (General Knowledge plus English composition), followed by a qualifying Computer Proficiency Test, testimonial verification, and a final merit list based on CBT marks.

What is the salary of a Clerk in Punjab District Courts?

The post carries pay of ₹29,200 under Level-5 of the pay matrix, with admissible allowances.