The Bombay High Court has officially released a notification for the recruitment of 2,381 vacancies for 2025–26. The recruitment drive covers positions at the Principal Seat in Mumbai and its benches in Nagpur and Aurangabad. Bombay High Court Clerk, Driver, Peon, Stenographer New Vacancy 2025 for 2381 Posts, Bombay High Court Online Registration Form 2025 has started from 15 December 2025 to 05 January 2026 through the official website of the Authority. Interested Candidates can apply before the Last date of application.
Bombay High Court Recruitment 2025 Overview :
| Company Name | Bombay High Court |
| Post Name | Clerk, Peon and More |
| No of Posts | 2381 |
| Salary | Rs. 16600-155800 |
| Qualification | Any Graduate, 10TH |
| Age Limit | 18 to 38 years |
| Start Date for Apply Online | 15-12-2025 |
| Last Date for Apply Online | 05-01-2026 |
| Official Website | bombayhighcourt.nic.in |
Important Dates :
- Application Start Date: December 15, 2025 (from 11:00 AM).
- Last Date to Apply Online: January 5, 2026 (until 5:00 PM).
- Last Date for Fee Payment: January 5, 2026.
Bombay High Court Recruitment 2025 Vacancies :
| Post Name | Total Vacancies | Essential Educational Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| Clerk | 1,382 | Graduate + English (40 wpm) and Marathi (30 wpm) typing proficiency. |
| Peon/Hamal/Farash | 887 | Minimum 7th pass; ability to read and write Marathi. |
| Steno (Lower Grade) | 56 | Graduate + Shorthand (80 wpm) + Typing (40 wpm). |
| Steno (Higher Grade) | 19 | Graduate + Shorthand (100 wpm) + Typing (40 wpm). |
| Staff Car Driver | 37 | 10th pass + valid LMV license + 3 years’ driving experience. |
Bombay High Court Recruitment 2025 Eligibility :
Educational Qualifications & Skills
Eligibility varies significantly by post as summarized below:
| Post Name | Essential Educational Qualification | Required Skills/Experience |
|---|---|---|
| Clerk | Graduate degree from a recognized university. | English Typing (40 wpm) and Marathi Typing (30 wpm); regional language knowledge. |
| Peon/Hamal/Farash | Minimum 7th pass (some sources cite 10th pass for certain roles). | Ability to read and write the Marathi language. |
| Stenographer (Lower Grade) | Graduate degree from a recognized university. | Shorthand (80 wpm) and English Typing (40 wpm). |
| Stenographer (Higher Grade) | Graduate degree from a recognized university. | Shorthand (100 wpm) and English Typing (40 wpm). |
| Staff Car Driver | 10th Standard (SSC) pass. | Valid LMV Driving License + Minimum 3 years of driving experience. |
Age Limit (as of January 5, 2026)
The standard age range for most positions is 18 to 38 years for General/Open category candidates.
- Reserved Categories (SC/ST/OBC/SBC): Upper age limit relaxed to 43 years.
- Stenographer Posts: Some reports indicate a minimum age of 21 years.
- Government Employees: There is typically no upper age limit for existing High Court or Government staff.
Bombay High Court Recruitment 2025 Salary :
| Post Name | Basic Pay Scale (Monthly) | Pay Matrix Level |
|---|---|---|
| Stenographer (Higher Grade) | ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500 | S-20 |
| Stenographer (Lower Grade) | ₹49,100 – ₹1,55,800 | S-18 |
| Clerk | ₹29,200 – ₹92,300 | S-10 |
| Staff Car Driver | ₹29,200 – ₹92,300 | S-10 |
| Peon/Hamal/Farash | ₹16,600 – ₹52,400 | S-1 |
Bombay High Court Recruitment 2025 Exam Pattern :
1. Clerk (1,382 Posts)
- Screening Test: 90 marks | 1 hour | Objective MCQs.
- Subjects: Marathi (10 marks), English (20 marks), General Knowledge (10 marks), General Intelligence/Reasoning (20 marks), Arithmetic (20 marks), and Computer Knowledge (10 marks).
- Passing Criteria: Minimum 45 marks required to qualify for the next stage.
- Typing Test: 20 marks | 10 minutes.
- Requirement: Type a 400-word English passage. Minimum passing score is 10 marks.
- Viva-Voce (Interview): 40 marks.
- Requirement: Assesses communication and suitability. Minimum 16 marks to pass.
2. Peon/Hamal/Farash (887 Posts)
- Written Examination: 30 marks. Objective type; minimum 15 marks required to pass.
- Physical Ability/Special Qualification: 10 marks.
- Interview: 10 marks.
- Syllabus: Focuses on Marathi proficiency (reading and writing) and basic general awareness.
3. Stenographer (Lower & Higher Grade)
- Shorthand Test: 40 marks. Dictation of an English passage (400 words for Lower, 500 words for Higher) in 5 minutes followed by transcription.
- Typing Test: 40 marks. English passage (400 words) in 10 minutes.
- Interview: 20 marks.
- Syllabus: Heavily weighted toward English grammar, vocabulary, and transcription accuracy.
4. Staff Car Driver (37 Posts)
- Written Exam: 20 marks. Topics include vehicle care, minor repairs, traffic rules, and general knowledge of the specific region (Mumbai/Nagpur/Aurangabad).
- Driving Test: 20 marks.
- Motor Vehicle Practical Test: 10 marks.
- Interview: 10 marks.
General Syllabus Topics
- English: Grammar, tenses, synonyms/antonyms, error detection, and comprehension.
- Marathi: Grammar, sentence structure, and proverbs.
- General Knowledge: Current affairs, Maharashtra history/geography, and Indian polity.
- Computer Knowledge: MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), internet basics, and computer shortcuts.
Application Fee :
- For Gen/ OBC/ EWS/ SC/ST/PWD/Women candidates: Rs. 1000/-
- Payment Mode: Online
Bombay High Court Recruitment 2025 How To Apply :
- Access the Portal: Visit the Officially Bombay High Court Recruitment page Select the Post: Look for the specific link under the 2025 notification for your desired post (e.g., Clerk, Peon, Driver, or Stenographer) and click “Apply Online”.
- Registration: Click on the registration link and provide a valid email ID and mobile number to receive a unique registration ID.
- Fill Application: Log in with your registration ID and complete the form with your personal, educational, and contact details.
- Upload Documents: Upload scanned copies of the following in the prescribed format (typically max 40 KB for photo/signature):
- Recent passport-size photograph and signature.
- Educational certificates (SSC, Graduation, etc.).
- Age proof and Caste certificate (if applicable).
- Pay Fee: Pay the non-refundable fee of ₹1,000 online using the SBI Collect facility available on the portal. Note that some posts, like Clerk, may have a split fee structure (e.g., ₹100 registration and ₹400 examination fee for shortlisted candidates).
- Submit & Print: Review all details carefully before final submission, as corrections may not be allowed later. Download and print the confirmation page for future reference.
Bombay High Court Recruitment 2025 Selection Process :
- The Selection Committee reserves the right to adopt an appropriate method or methods for shortlisting the candidates, at any stage of the Selection Process.
- On the basis of performance of candidates in the Shorthand Test, Typing Test and Viva-voce, a Select List and Wait List of candidates for the above-said post will be prepared in the order of merit and the same will be published on the official website of the Bombay High Court in due course of time, after the selection process is over.
- The Select List and Wait List shall be valid for a period of two years from the date of its publication and shall stand lapsed thereafter, unless the period of validity is extended by the Honourable the Chief Justice.
- If a candidate on the Select/wait List fails to join the duty within the period stated in the appointment order, his/her name will be struck off/removed from the Select/wait List without informing the candidate.