AP High Court Multi-Post Recruitment 2026 — 300 Vacancies

About This Job

The High Court of Andhra Pradesh has released notification for 300 posts across 13 different categories including Section Officer, Assistant, Typist, Examiner, Data Entry Operator, and more. Candidates with 7th class to Degree level qualifications can apply online. Last date to apply is 19 April 2026. Salary ranges from Rs. 20,000 to Rs. 1,47,760 per month depending on the post.

High Court of Andhra Pradesh Multi-Post Recruitment 2026 - 300 Posts

The High Court of Andhra Pradesh (AP High Court), Amaravati, has announced a major recruitment drive to fill 300 vacancies across 13 different posts under the Service Rules of the High Court of Andhra Pradesh, 2025. This recruitment covers both carried forward and fresh vacancies. This is the biggest High Court recruitment in Andhra Pradesh in recent years, with posts ranging from Office Subordinate (7th class pass) to Section Officer (Law graduate). The bulk of vacancies are for Assistant (78 posts), Data Entry Operator (50 posts), Typist (44 posts), and Copyist (34 posts).

Vacancy Breakdown

Category-wise Total Breakdown:

• OC (Open Competition): 121
• OBC (Backward Classes): 33
• EWS: 24
• BC-A: 26
• BC-B: 3
• BC-C: 19
• BC-D: 12
• BC-E: 4
• SC Group I: 20
• SC Group II: 20
• SC Group III: 18
• ST: 3 (PwBD A) + 3 (PwBD B) + 3 (PwBD C) + 1 (PwBD D)
• ESM (Ex-Servicemen): 9
• MSP (Meritorious Sports Person): 13

Women reservation of 33 1/3% of posts will be filled as per government orders.

Who Can Apply?

Section Officer (5 posts - Rs. 57,100/month):

• Qualification: Degree in Law (3 years or 5 years course) from a UGC-recognised university
• Preference given to candidates with computer skills

Senior System Officer (1 post - Rs. 44,570/month):

• Qualification: B.Tech (CSC/ECE/EEE/IT) or M.Sc. (Computer Science) from a UGC-recognised university
• Experience: 5 years in Networking and Server Maintenance/Administration

Computer Operator (31 posts - Rs. 40,970/month):

• Qualification: Degree in Computer Science from a UGC-recognised university
• Must have passed Typewriting (English) Higher Grade at 45 w.p.m.

Assistant Librarian (1 post - Rs. 40,970/month):

• Qualification: Law Degree + B.Li.Sc. + Computer skills for library maintenance

Librarian Grade-II (1 post - Rs. 35,570/month):

• Qualification: Degree in Arts/Science/Commerce/Law + B.Li.Sc.

U.D. Stenographer (7 posts - Rs. 34,580/month):

• Qualification: Degree in Arts/Science/Commerce/Law
• Must have passed Shorthand (English) at 120 w.p.m. and Typewriting (English) Higher Grade at 45 w.p.m.

Assistant and Examiner (105 posts - Rs. 25,220/month):

• Qualification: Degree in Arts/Science/Commerce/Law from a UGC-recognised university

Typist (44 posts - Rs. 25,220/month):

• Qualification: Degree in Arts/Science/Commerce/Law
• Must have passed Typewriting (English) Higher Grade at 45 w.p.m.

Copyist (34 posts - Rs. 25,220/month):

• Qualification: Must have passed Typewriting (English) Higher Grade at 45 w.p.m.

Data Entry Operator (50 posts - Rs. 25,220/month):

• Qualification: Degree with Computer Science as one of the main subjects
• Must have passed Typewriting (English) Higher Grade at 45 w.p.m.

Stenographer (1 post - Rs. 25,220/month):

• Qualification: Degree in Arts/Science/Commerce/Law
• Must have passed Shorthand (English) at 80 w.p.m. and Typewriting (English) Higher Grade at 45 w.p.m.

Office Subordinate (20 posts - Rs. 20,000/month):

• Qualification: 7th class pass or equivalent
• Candidates who failed Intermediate or equivalent will also be considered, but those with higher qualification will not be eligible.

Age Limit

• You should be between 18 and 42 years old as on 01 January 2026.
• SC/ST/BC/EWS: 5 years relaxation (maximum age becomes 47 years)
• PwBD (Persons with Benchmark Disabilities): 10 years relaxation (maximum age becomes 52 years)
• Ex-Servicemen: As per Rule 12(1)(c)(i) of AP State and Subordinate Service Rules

Salary

• Section Officer: Rs. 57,100 - Rs. 1,47,760 per month
• Senior System Officer: Rs. 44,570 - Rs. 1,27,480 per month
• Computer Operator / Assistant Librarian: Rs. 40,970 - Rs. 1,24,380 per month
• Librarian Grade-II: Rs. 35,570 - Rs. 1,09,910 per month
• U.D. Stenographer: Rs. 34,580 - Rs. 1,27,480 per month
• Assistant / Examiner / Typist / Copyist / DEO / Stenographer: Rs. 25,220 - Rs. 80,910 per month
• Office Subordinate: Rs. 20,000 - Rs. 61,960 per month
• You will also get DA, HRA, and other allowances as per Andhra Pradesh State Government rules.

Application Fee

• General / EWS / BC categories: Rs. 800 (includes application processing fee and examination fee)
• SC / ST / PH categories: Rs. 400
• Only SC/ST candidates recognised as such in Andhra Pradesh are eligible for the concessional fee of Rs. 400.
• Payment mode: Online only
• Separate fee is required for each post applied.
• Fee once paid will not be refunded.

Selection Process

The selection will be done in the following stages:

1. Computer Based Examination (CBE): 80 questions for 80 marks. Duration is 90 minutes. Each question carries 1 mark. The exam will be in English and Telugu. Minimum qualifying marks: 40% for OC/EWS, 35% for BC, 30% for SC/ST/PwBD.
2. Skill Test (for specific posts): For Senior System Officer, Computer Operator, U.D. Stenographer, Stenographer, Typist, Copyist, and Data Entry Operator posts, a separate skill test will be conducted. The CBE is only for screening purposes for these posts. Final selection is based on skill test performance only.
3. Document Verification: Original certificates will be verified at the High Court.

For Section Officer, Assistant Librarian, Librarian Grade-II, Assistant, Examiner, and Office Subordinate posts, the final merit is based on the Written Examination marks only.

How to Apply

1. Go to the AP High Court official website at aphc.gov.in.
2. Click on the Recruitment section and find the notification dated 20.03.2026.
3. Register yourself on the online application portal.
4. Fill in the online application form for the post you want to apply for.
5. Upload your academic certificates, date of birth certificate, community certificate (if applicable), and other required documents.
6. Pay the examination fee online (Rs. 800 for General/EWS/BC or Rs. 400 for SC/ST/PH).
7. Submit the application before 19 April 2026, 11:59 PM.
8. Take a printout of the submitted application for your records.

No other mode of application will be accepted. Only online applications submitted through aphc.gov.in are valid.

Important Dates

• Notification Date: 20 March 2026
• Online Application Start: 30 March 2026
• Last Date to Apply Online: 19 April 2026 (11:59 PM)
• Exam Date: To be announced
• Admit Card Date: To be announced

• Handle case files, court records, and legal documentation in the assigned section
• Prepare court orders, judgments, and official correspondence
• Enter case data into the court management information system
• Assist judicial officers and registry staff with daily administrative work
• Maintain registers, indexes, and filing systems as per court procedures
• Manage typing, stenography, and data entry tasks assigned by the section
• Follow court schedules and ensure timely processing of pending matters
• Keep office premises and court halls in order (for Office Subordinate posts)