The Uttarakhand Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UKSSSC) has released a major recruitment notification on behalf of the Hon’ble High Court of Uttarakhand, Nainital, inviting online applications for 398 vacancies in subordinate courts (Civil Courts and Family Courts) across the state. This is a golden opportunity for candidates seeking government jobs in the judicial department of Uttarakhand.
Key Highlights of UKSSSC High Court Recruitment 2026
- Advertisement Number: 78/उ0अ0से0च0व0आ0/2026
- Date of Notification: 15 June 2026
- Total Posts: 398
- Recruiting Body: Uttarakhand Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UKSSSC)
- Official Website: www.sssc.uk.gov.in
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 15 June 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 22 June 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 06 July 2026 |
| Application Correction Window | 08 July – 10 July 2026 |
| Tentative Date of Written Exam | 23 August 2026 |
Post-wise Vacancy Details
The 398 vacancies are distributed across four categories:
| Post Name | Pay Scale (Level) | Total Posts |
|---|---|---|
| Junior Assistant (Civil Courts) | ₹21,700 – ₹69,100 (Level-3) | 230 |
| Junior Assistant (Family Courts) | ₹21,700 – ₹69,100 (Level-3) | 29 |
| Stenographer Grade-1 / Personal Assistant (Civil Courts) | ₹29,200 – ₹92,300 (Level-5) | 128 |
| Stenographer Grade-1 / Personal Assistant (Family Courts) | ₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400 (Level-7) | 11 |
| Total | 398 |
These posts are spread across all 13 districts of Uttarakhand, including Dehradun, Haridwar, Nainital, Udham Singh Nagar, Almora, Pauri Garhwal, Pithoragarh, Chamoli, Champawat, Bageshwar, Tehri, Rudraprayag, and Uttarkashi.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- A Bachelor’s Degree in Law from a university established by law in India, or an equivalent recognized qualification, is mandatory for all posts.
- Good knowledge of Hindi and English languages is required.
Additional Skill Requirements
For Junior Assistant:
- Computer typing speed of at least 25 words per minute in Hindi.
- Candidates with English typing speed of 30 wpm will be given preference.
- Adequate knowledge of computer operation.
For Stenographer Grade-1 / Personal Assistant:
- Minimum 80 words per minute in Hindi shorthand and 25 wpm in Hindi computer typing.
- Preference will be given to candidates with 80 wpm English shorthand and 35 wpm English computer typing.
- Good knowledge of computer operation.
Age Limit (As on 1 January 2026)
- Minimum Age: 21 years
- Maximum Age: 35 years
- Candidates must be born between 02 January 1991 and 01 January 2005.
Age Relaxation
- SC/ST/OBC (Uttarakhand domicile): 5 years relaxation
- Persons with Disabilities (Divyang): 10 years relaxation
- Dependents of Freedom Fighters: 5 years relaxation
- Ex-servicemen: As per applicable government orders
Application Fee
| Category | Fee (₹) |
|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR) / OBC | ₹300 |
| SC / ST / EWS (Uttarakhand) | ₹150 |
| Persons with Disabilities (Divyang) | ₹150 |
| Orphan (Anath) | ₹0 (Free) |
Payment must be made online through Credit Card, Debit Card, Net Banking, or UPI only.
Selection Process
Selection will be based on a written competitive examination conducted in offline or online mode, comprising:
- Objective-type Multiple Choice Questions
- Total of 140 marks, covering General Knowledge and General Studies
- Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
- A separate Typing/Shorthand test worth 60 marks
- Negative marking: 1/4 mark deducted for each wrong answer
- Minimum qualifying marks: 45% for General/OBC candidates and 35% for SC/ST candidates
Documents Required for Online Application
- High School certificate (for name, date of birth verification)
- Aadhaar Card (both sides)
- Category/caste certificate (if applicable)
- Horizontal reservation certificates (women, ex-servicemen, divyang, sports persons, etc.)
- Recent passport-size photograph (150x200px), signature (150x100px), and left thumb impression (150x100px) in JPG/JPEG format
Reservation Details
As per Uttarakhand government norms, vertical reservation includes:
- SC: 19%
- ST: 4%
- OBC: 14%
- EWS: 10%
Horizontal reservation includes women (30%), ex-servicemen (5%), dependents of freedom fighters (2%), persons with disabilities (4%), orphans (5%), and skilled sportspersons (4%), along with 10% for Uttarakhand State Movement-affected candidates.
How to Apply for UKSSSC High Court Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official website www.sssc.uk.gov.in
- Complete registration using a unique mobile number and email ID
- Fill in educational and personal details
- Upload photo, signature, and required documents
- Pay the application fee online
- Submit and print the final application form
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