About Gauhati High Court
The Gauhati High Court is a premier judicial institution in Northeast India, established on April 5, 1948, following the Government of India Act 1935. Originally inaugurated as the High Court of Assam by the then Chief Justice of India, H.J. Kania, it was later renamed in 1971 under the North-Eastern Areas (Reorganisation) Act. It holds a unique position in the Indian judiciary for having the largest jurisdiction in terms of the number of states, currently serving Assam, Nagaland, Mizoram, and Arunachal Pradesh.
Post Details
Law Research Institute, Gauhati High Court
- Chauffeur (Driver)
- Number of Posts: 1 (Unreserved)
- Scale of Pay: PB-2, Rs. 14,000–70,000/- with a Grade Pay of Rs. 5,200/-
- Multi Tasking Staff (MTS)
- Number of Posts: 1 (Unreserved)
- Scale of Pay: PB-1, Rs. 12,000–52,000/- with a Grade Pay of Rs. 3,900/-
Principal Seat of the Gauhati High Court
- Private Secretary (Stenographer Grade-I)
- Number of Posts: 3 (ST-P: 1, OBC/MOBC: 1, ST-H: 1, PwBD: 1)
- Scale of Pay: PB-4, Rs. 30,000–1,10,000/- with a Grade Pay of Rs. 13,300/-
District Courts of Assam
- Stenographer Grade-II
- Number of Posts: 35 (Indicative vacancy)
- Scale of Pay: Rs. 22,000–97,000/- with a Grade Pay of Rs. 9,700/-
Other Criteria of Gauhati High Court Recruitment 2026
1. Law Research Institute, Gauhati High Court
- Chauffeur (Driver)
- Educational Qualification: Minimum Class X (HSLC) standard from a recognized Board.
- Technical Requirement: Must possess a valid LMV driving license.
- State Requirement: Must furnish a valid Employment Exchange Registration Number for the state of Assam.
- Multi Tasking Staff (MTS)
- Educational Qualification: Minimum Class VIII (8th) standard. Anyone who has passed HSSLC (12th) or above is ineligible to apply.
- State Requirement: Must furnish a valid Employment Exchange Registration Number for the state of Assam.
2. Principal Seat of the Gauhati High Court
- Private Secretary (Stenographer Grade-I)
- Educational Qualification: Must possess a Bachelor’s degree from a recognized University. Due weightage is given to law graduates.
- Technical Requirement: Must have a diploma in Stenography in English with a minimum shorthand speed of 120 wpm and a typing speed of 50 wpm on a computer.
- State Requirement: Must furnish a valid Employment Exchange Registration Number for the state of Assam.
3. District Courts of Assam
- Stenographer Grade-II
- Educational Qualification: Must be a graduate from a UGC-recognized University.
- Technical Requirement: Must possess a Diploma/Certificate in Stenography/Shorthand from an ITI, Polytechnic, or any other recognized institute. (Candidates currently pursuing it can apply but must submit proof during document verification).
- Language Requirement: Must have adequate knowledge of the official language of Assam (Assamese).
- State Requirement: Must furnish a valid Employment Exchange Registration Number for the state of Assam.
How to Apply for Gauhati High Court Recruitment 2026
1. Registration Prerequisites
Before starting, ensure you have the following:
- A valid email ID and mobile number (mandatory for registration and receiving your Registration Code).
- Clear scanned copies of your required documents ready for uploading.
2. Steps to Apply Online
- Go to the official website: https://ghconline.gov.in
- Click on the specific application link corresponding to the post you wish to apply for:
- “Online Application for the post of Chauffeur (Driver) & MTS in the Law Research Institute, Gauhati High Court, Guwahati”
- “Online Application for the post of Private Secretary in the Principal Seat of the Gauhati High Court”
- “Online Application for the post of Stenographer Grade-II in the District Courts of Assam”
- “Online Application for the post of Chauffeur (Driver) & MTS in the Law Research Institute, Gauhati High Court, Guwahati”
- Fill out the registration details and note down the Registration Code immediately (in case network issues delay the email acknowledgment).
- Upload the mandatory documents, your photograph, and your signature.
- Pay the application fee online during bank transaction hours before the final deadline.
3. Required Documents to Upload
You must upload clear scanned copies of the following testimonials based on the post:
- Age Proof: Class X Admit Card or Birth Certificate.
- Educational Qualifications: Pass Certificates and Marksheets.
- Technical Certificates:
- Valid LMV Driving License (for Chauffeur).
- Diploma/Certificate in Stenography (for Private Secretary and Stenographer Grade-II).
- Caste/Reservation Category Certificate: If applicable. (Candidates applying under the OBC/MOBC category for Private Secretary must upload a valid Non-Creamy Layer certificate).
- Disability Certificate (PwBD): If applying under the disability quota.
- No Objection Certificate (NOC): From your current employer if you are already working in Government Service.
4. Application Fees
Fees must be paid online within the scheduled timeline:
- General / OBC / MOBC: Rs. 500/-
- SC / ST(P) / ST(H): Rs. 250/-
- PwBD: Nil (Exempted)
⚠️ Important Note: Applications made in any mode other than online will be automatically rejected. Ensure your form is fully complete with a proper photo and signature upload to avoid summary rejection.
Important Dates for Gauhati High Court Recruitment 2026
Last Date: 30 July 2026
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