The High Court of Punjab and Haryana is recruiting for 135 regular vacancies for the posts of Peon (Residential) and Reader (Legal). The recruitment notice was released on 14/07/2025. The job posting will be in Chandigarh. The application process starts on 14/07/2025 and the last date to apply is 04/08/2025. Eligible applicants from Punjab, Haryana, and U.T. Chandigarh can apply for these posts.
Recruitment Overview
| Recruitment Organization | High Court of Punjab and Haryana |
| Post Name | Peon (Residential) and Reader (Legal) |
| Advt No. | 03/PEON(R)/HC/2025 and 02/READER (LEGAL)/HC/2025 |
| Job Type | Regular |
| Vacancies | 135 |
| Salary | As per Government of Punjab rules |
| Job Location | Chandigarh |
| Applicant Eligible From | Punjab, Haryana, and U.T. Chandigarh |
| Category | High Court Recruitment 2025 |
Post Details
| Post Name | Posts | Age Limit |
|---|---|---|
| Peon (Residential) | General: 63, SC/ST/BC: 08, Ex-Servicemen: 04. Total: 75 | 18 to 27 years |
| Reader (Legal) (Direct Posts) | General: 41, SC/ST/BC: 05, Ex-Servicemen: 02. Total: 48 | 35 to 40 years |
| Reader (Legal) (Departmental Posts) | Total: 12 | No Age Limit |
The age limit is calculated as of 04/08/2025. Age relaxation is applicable for reserved categories as per rules. For SC/ST/BC candidates of Punjab, Haryana, and U.T. Chandigarh, the relaxation is 3 years. For Ex-servicemen, the relaxation equals their defense service period plus 3 years.
Exam Fee
| Category | Peon (Residential) Fee | Reader (Legal) Fee |
|---|---|---|
| General Category | Rs. 700 | Rs. 1000 |
| SC/ST/BC of Punjab, Haryana, U.T. Chandigarh | Rs. 600 | Rs. 800 |
| Ex-servicemen | Rs. 600 | Rs. 800 |
| Departmental Candidates (Reader Post) | Not Applicable | Rs. 1000 |
Essential Qualification
- Peon (Residential)
- Passed 10th Grade (Matriculation) examination.
- Minimum one year diploma in cooking or culinary arts.
- Three years of cooking experience in a hotel or restaurant.
- Reader (Legal)
- Passed 12th Grade (10+2) with at least 60% marks in English.
- Degree in LL.B. from a recognized university.
- Proficiency in computer operations like Word and Spreadsheets.
Selection Process
- For Peon (Residential):
- Practical Test (80 marks): To assess cooking skills. Minimum 50% marks to qualify.
- Interview (20 marks): For qualified candidates. Minimum 10 marks to qualify.
- For Reader (Legal):
- Written Exam (250 marks): English, Civil Law, and Criminal Law papers.
- Computer Proficiency Test: Qualifying in nature (Word Processing and Spreadsheet).
- Viva-Voce (30 marks): For shortlisted candidates. Minimum 35% marks to qualify.
How to Apply
- First read the official notification carefully.
- Visit the application portal by clicking the Apply Online link below.
- Click on the relevant post and then on the "Apply Online" button.
- Register by filling in your basic details to get a registration number.
- Log in, pay the application fee, and complete the form.
- Upload the required documents, review your application, and submit.
- Print the final application form for your records.
Important Dates
| Online registration start date | 14/07/2025 |
| Online registration last date | 04/08/2025 at 11:59 PM |
Important Links
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Peon Notification | Click Here |
| Reader Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
FAQs
- What happens if I submit multiple applications?
- If a candidate submits more than one application, only the latest application with a successful fee payment will be considered.
- Can I edit my application after final submission?
- No. Once the registration details are submitted, no request for change will be considered. However, before final submission, an edit option is provided to review and modify the details filled in the form.