Bombay High Court has announced recruitment for 2,381 vacancies in various Group C and D posts including Clerk, Peon/Hamal, Driver, and Stenographer (Lower & Higher Grade). Candidates who have completed 8th, 10th, 12th, or Graduation , (as required for the specific post) and hold Maharashtra domicile are eligible to apply. The online application process will start from 15 December 2025 and the last date to submit the form is 16 January 2026 till 5:00 PM. Interested applicants should visit to fill the registration form and download the detailed notification, check eligibility criteria, and complete their registration and get more information below this.
Bombay High Court Recruitment 2026- Overview
| Company | Bombay High Court |
| Post Name | Clerk, Peon & Other Vacancies |
| Total No. of vacancies | 2330 |
| Qualification | 10th, Any Graduation Degree |
| Age Limit | 18-38 years |
| Salary | Rs16600 – Rs155800 |
| Starting Date of Applying | 15/12/2025 |
| Last Date of Applying | 16/01/2026 |
Eligibility Criteria
- Clerk: You need a Bachelor’s degree from any recognized university. Candidates with a Law degree (LLB) will get preference.
- Driver: Passed 10th standard + valid Light Motor Vehicle (LMV) driving license + at least 3 years of actual driving experience.
- Peon/Hamal: Must be able to read and write Marathi properly. (No higher education required)
- Senior Stenographer (Higher Grade): Bachelor’s degree is normally required
- Junior Stenographer (Lower Grade): Bachelor’s degree + good speed in shorthand and typing.
Age Limit
Age Relaxation for reserved category up to 43 years
| Minimum Age | 18 years |
| Maximum Age | 38 years |
Fees
| SC/ST | 1000/- |
| General/OBC | 1000/- |
| EWS/PWD | 1000/- |
| Woman | 1000/- |
| Payment Mode | Online |
Salary & Allowance
- Clerk : ₹29,200 – ₹92,300
- Peon: ₹16,600 – ₹52,500 (Allowances as per rules)
- Driver: ₹29,200 – ₹92,300 (Allowances as per Maharashtra Govt rules)
- Junior Stenographer (Lower Grade): ₹49,100 – ₹1,55,800 (Allowances as per rules)
- Junior Stenographer (Lower Grade): ₹49,100 – ₹1,55,800 (Allowances as per rules)
Post-Wise Vacancy Distribution
The total number of openings has been allocated among three court locations: Mumbai (Principal Seat), Nagpur Bench, and Aurangabad Bench. The post-wise and location-wise vacancy details are given below:
| Post Name | Mumbai | Nagpur | Aurangabad | Total Posts |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clerk | 830 | 166 | 336 | 1,332 |
| Peon / Hamal | 570 | 115 | 202 | 887 |
| Stenographer (Lower Grade) | 44 | 04 | 08 | 56 |
| Stenographer (Higher Grade) | 09 | 02 | 08 | 19 |
| Driver | 26 | 04 | 06 | 36 |
| Overall Total | — | — | — | 2,330 |
Selection Process Details
The recruitment process is different for each post. Candidates will be assessed through the following stages based on the position applied for:
Clerk
- Screening Examination (90 Marks): Objective-type questions covering Marathi, English, General Knowledge, Reasoning, Mathematics, and Computer basics.
- English Typing Test (20 Marks): Typing of 400 words within 10 minutes.
- Interview / Viva-Voce (40 Marks).
Stenographer
- Shorthand Test (40 Marks): Dictation followed by transcription.
- Typing Test (40 Marks).
- Interview / Viva-Voce (20 Marks).
Peon / Hamal
- Written Examination (30 Marks).
- Physical Ability & Special Skill Test (10 Marks).
- Interview / Viva-Voce (10 Marks).
Driver
- Written Examination (20 Marks).
- Assessment of Driving Experience (10 Marks).
- Vehicle Handling / Driving Skill Test (10 Marks).
- Interview / Viva-Voce (10 Marks).
Essential Links of Bombay High Court Recruitment
How to Apply Online – Simple Steps
- Open the Official Portal: Visit the Bombay High Court’s official website.
- Pay the Application Fee: Use the SBI Collect option to deposit the application fee of ₹1,000. After payment, note down the generated alphanumeric reference number.
- Complete the Online Form: Select the Apply Online link for the relevant post and enter the SBI Collect reference number to continue.
- Upload Required Files: Upload a scanned passport-size photograph and signature, each within 40 KB file size.
- Final Submission: Review all entered details carefully, submit the application, and print a copy for future use. There is no need to send a hard copy at this stage; keep it safely for document verification.
