Job seekers looking for government employment opportunities in Chandigarh have a fresh opening to explore. The Punjab and Haryana High Court has officially released the Punjab and Haryana High Court Recruitment 2026 notification for 167 vacancies across the posts of Safai Sewak and Mali. The recruitment drive offers opportunities for candidates seeking Class IV government jobs in the judicial establishment.
According to the official notification, candidates can submit their online applications from June 9, 2026, while the registration window will remain open until June 30, 2026. The recruitment process will be conducted by the High Court of Punjab and Haryana at Chandigarh.
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Punjab and Haryana High Court Vacancy 2026 Details
The recruitment notification has been issued for a total of 167 posts.
| Post Name | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Safai Sewak | 75 |
| Mali | 92 |
| Total | 167 |
The High Court has also clarified that the number of vacancies may increase or decrease depending on administrative requirements at the time of preparation of the merit list.
Important Dates
Candidates planning to apply for Punjab and Haryana High Court Safai Sewak Recruitment 2026 or Punjab and Haryana High Court Mali Recruitment 2026 should keep the following schedule in mind:
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start Date | June 9, 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | June 30, 2026 |
The interview schedule will be notified later through the official High Court website.
Punjab and Haryana High Court Recruitment Eligibility Criteria
One of the major highlights of this recruitment is the simple eligibility requirement.
Candidates must possess:
- Knowledge of Hindi and the regional language.
For the post of Mali, preference will be given to candidates holding a gardening-related diploma from a recognized institution or those having three years of experience as a gardener.
For the Safai Sewak post, preference will be provided to applicants possessing at least three years of experience as a sweeper or Safai Sewak.
Age Limit
Candidates applying for Punjab Haryana High Court Jobs 2026 must satisfy the prescribed age criteria as of June 30, 2026.
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Maximum Age: 35 Years
Age relaxation is available for eligible categories:
- Persons with Disabilities: 10 years
- Ex-Servicemen: Length of military service plus 3 years
The age will be determined based on the date of birth mentioned in the Matriculation Certificate or Birth Certificate, as applicable.
Application Fee
The application fee varies according to category.
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General and candidates from states other than Punjab, Haryana & Chandigarh | ₹700 |
| SC/ST/BC of Punjab, Haryana & Chandigarh | ₹600 |
| Ex-Servicemen | ₹600 |
| PwD Candidates | ₹600 |
Online transaction charges will be applicable separately. Dependents of Ex-Servicemen who were disabled or deceased during active operations are exempted from paying the application fee, subject to submission of valid supporting documents.
Punjab and Haryana High Court Recruitment Selection Process
Unlike many large-scale government recruitments that involve written examinations, the Punjab and Haryana High Court Recruitment 2026 will be based on an interview process.
The High Court has stated that if a large number of applications are received, suitable shortlisting criteria may be adopted before conducting interviews. Details regarding any such shortlisting mechanism will be communicated separately.
How to Apply for Punjab and Haryana High Court Recruitment 2026
Candidates can follow these steps:
- Visit the official High Court website.
- Open the recruitment section.
- Select the Punjab and Haryana High Court Recruitment 2026 application link.
- Complete the registration process.
- Fill in personal and educational details carefully.
- Upload the required photograph and signature.
- Pay the applicable application fee.
- Submit the application form.
- Download and print the confirmation page for future use.
Applicants intending to apply for both Safai Sewak and Mali posts must submit separate application forms for each post.
