Punjab and Haryana High Court Recruitment 2026 – 56 Driver and Frash Posts, Eligibility, Selection Process| Check Now

Punjab and Haryana High Court Recruitment 2026: The High Court of Punjab and Haryana at Chandigarh has announced recruitment for 56 posts, including 25 Driver posts and 31 Frash posts. The online application process starts on 28 August 2026 and ends on 18 September 2026. Candidates should check the post-wise qualification, age limit, fee and selection process before applying.

Punjab and Haryana High Court Recruitment 2026 – Key Details

• Both recruitment notices were issued on 28 August 2026.
• Candidates must apply online through the High Court’s official website.
• The closing date is strict, and applications after the deadline will not be accepted.

Punjab and Haryana High Court Recruitment 2026 : Vacancy Details

• The High Court has stated that the number of vacancies may increase or decrease according to vacancies available when the merit list is prepared.

Punjab and Haryana High Court Recruitment 2026: Eligibility Criteria

Age Limit

• Candidates must be at least 18 years old and must not be more than 35 years old as on 18 September 2026.
• The notification provides the stated relaxation specifically for Ex-Servicemen.

Driver Qualification

• The candidate must be 10+2 pass.
• Punjabi or Hindi must have been one of the subjects in the matriculation examination.
• A valid Light Motor Vehicle (LMV) driving licence is required.
• Simply having a higher vehicle category on the licence does not mean that the LMV requirement is automatically satisfied.
• The candidate must not have been convicted of an offence for negligent driving.
• At least two years of car-driving experience is required.

Frash Qualification

• The candidate must have knowledge of Hindi and the regional language.
• The notification does not specify any further formal educational qualification for the Frash post.
• Proof of date of birth is accepted through the Matriculation Certificate for matriculate or higher candidates, or through a Birth Certificate issued by the Registrar of Births and Deaths for candidates with less than matriculation qualification.

Application Fee

• The fee is payable online and is non-refundable.
• Online transaction charges are extra.
• SC/ST/BC fee relaxation applies only to eligible candidates with the required certificate and domicile/permanent-resident status.
• For the Frash post, eligible dependents of Ex-Servicemen who were disabled or died during active operation can receive fee exemption after providing the required proof.

Punjab and Haryana High Court Recruitment 2026: Selection Process

Driver

• Selection is based on a Practical Test-cum-Interview.
• The High Court may use suitable shortlisting criteria before allowing candidates to appear.
• Shortlisting information will be provided through a public notice.
• Selected candidates first undergo a trial period.
• Appointment is confirmed only after successful completion of the trial period.

Frash

• Selection starts with an Interview of 50 marks.
• Suitability carries 25 marks.
• Etiquette and manners carry 25 marks.
• Candidates up to four times the advertised vacancies, category-wise and according to interview merit, are called for the qualifying Physical Endurance Test (PET).
• The PET includes:
  • 800-metre race
  • Long jump
  • High jump
• Failing any one event means the candidate cannot proceed to the next event.
• Final selection is based on interview merit among candidates who qualify the PET.

How to Apply for the Punjab and Haryana High Court Recruitment 2026

• Visit highcourtchd.gov.in.

• Select the correct recruitment notice for Driver or Frash.

• Register using an active personal email ID and mobile number.
• Enter personal and category details carefully.
• Upload a recent passport-size photograph and signature.
• Pay the required fee or upload exemption proof where applicable.
• Check all information before final submission.
• Keep a printed copy of the submitted application.
• Candidates must apply separately for each post they want to be considered for.

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Important Points

• Meeting eligibility requirements does not guarantee a call for the next selection stage.
• No TA/DA will be paid for the test, interview, PET or document checking.
• Mobile phones, electronic devices, watches and jewellery are not allowed at the test or interview venue.
• Candidates should follow the official website if there is any difference between outside information and the official notice.
• The official website should be used for application and recruitment updates.

Punjab and Haryana High Court Recruitment Driver Notification 2026: Important Links

• Driver Official Notification: Click Here | Click Here
• Frash Official Notification: Click Here | Click Here
• Apply Online (both posts): Click Here
• Official Website: Click Here

FAQs

Q1. How many vacancies are available?

There are 56 vacancies in total: 25 Driver posts and 31 Frash posts. The vacancy numbers may change according to the vacancies available when the merit list is prepared.

Q2. What is the age limit?

Candidates for both posts must be between 18 and 35 years as on 18 September 2026. Ex-Servicemen get the relaxation stated in the notification.

Q3. What is the last date to apply?

The last date for online application for both Driver and Frash posts is 18 September 2026, up to 11:59 P.M. Candidates should submit the form before the deadline.