Short Detail:
Patna High Court has released the answer key for Ex-Cadre Assistant Recruitment 2026. The exam for 68 posts was held on 18/09/2026. Candidates who appeared can check the key through the answer key link below. Applications have closed.
High Court of Judicature at Patna
Patna High Court Ex-Cadre Assistant Recruitment 2026 – Answer Key
Advt No.: PHC/03/2026
Important Dates
- Form Start Date: 28/07/2026
- Form Last Date: 27/08/2026 (11:59 PM)
- Fee Payment Last Date: 30/08/2026
- Form Correction Date: N/A
- Admit Card Date: 12/09/2026
- Exam Date: 18/09/2026
- Answer Key Date: 24/09/2026
Application Fees
- UR / BC / EBC / EWS: ₹1,500/-
- SC / ST / Locomotor Disabled: ₹750/-
- The fee was paid online. The lower fee requires Bihar residence and category proof.
Patna High Court Assistant 2026 Age Limit
As On Date: 01/01/2026
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Maximum Age: 37 to 42 (category-wise) Years
- Government employees get five years’ relaxation. Locomotor disabled candidates get 10 extra years. Existing court employees have no upper age limit.
Max Age With Relaxation
| Category | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| UR / EWS Male | 37 Years |
| UR / EWS Female | 40 Years |
| BC / EBC | 40 Years |
| SC / ST | 42 Years |
Patna High Court Assistant 2026 Vacancy Details
Total Posts: 68
| Category | Posts | Women |
|---|---|---|
| UR | 29 | 10 |
| SC | 11 | 04 |
| ST | 01 | 00 |
| EBC | 12 | 04 |
| BC | 08 | 03 |
| EWS | 07 | 02 |
| Total | 68 | 23 |
Eligibility Details
- Graduate in any subject from a recognised university or institution.
- At least a six-month diploma or certificate in Computer Application from a recognised institution.
- Candidates must meet the court service character requirements.
Patna HC Ex-Cadre Assistant: Salary Details
Pay Level 4: ₹25,500 to ₹81,100, plus usual allowances. The first year is probation.
Important Links
| Download Answer Key | Click Here |
| Answer Key Notice | Click Here |
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Patna High Court Assistant 2026: Selection Process & Exam Pattern
Selection Stages
- Screening test, if held. It is only for shortlisting.
- Written test. Its marks count for final selection.
- Computer Proficiency Test. This is qualifying.
- Interview. Its marks count in final merit.
Screening Test (If Held)
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| English | 20 | 20 |
| Reasoning and Quantitative Aptitude | 20 | 20 |
| General Awareness | 10 | 10 |
| Total | 50 | 50 |
Time: 60 minutes. Candidates need 20 marks. Each wrong answer deducts 0.25 marks. Up to ten times the posts may be shortlisted.
Written Test
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| English | 30 | 30 |
| Reasoning and Quantitative Aptitude | 30 | 30 |
| General Awareness | 20 | 20 |
| Hindi | 10 | 10 |
| Computer Awareness | 10 | 10 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
Time: 90 minutes. Candidates need 40 marks. Each wrong answer deducts 0.25 marks. Up to six times the posts may reach the computer test.
Computer Proficiency Test
| Task | Marks |
|---|---|
| Word Processing | 20 |
| Spreadsheets | 20 |
| Internet | 10 |
| Total | 50 |
Time: 30 minutes. Candidates need 40% overall and must meet the minimum in each part. These marks do not count in final merit.
Interview and Final Merit
- Interview: 10 marks. At least 3 marks are needed.
- Final merit uses written test and interview marks.
- For a tie, higher written marks rank first. If still tied, the older candidate ranks first.
How to Download Patna High Court Assistant Answer Key 2026
- Open the Download Answer Key link above.
- Sign in using the details requested on the page.
- Open the answer key and save a copy.
- Read the answer key notice for instructions.
Patna High Court Assistant 2026: FAQs
When was the Patna High Court Assistant 2026 answer key released?
It was released on 24/09/2026. Candidates who took the exam can use the login link above to check it.
Where can I check the Patna High Court Assistant 2026 answer key?
Open the Download Answer Key link in the Important Links table. Sign in with the details requested by the exam portal.
When was the Patna High Court Assistant 2026 exam?
The exam was held on 18/09/2026. The admit card was released on 12/09/2026.
How many Patna High Court Assistant 2026 posts are there?
There are 68 posts. The category table shows the distribution, including 23 places reserved for women.
What qualification was needed for Patna High Court Assistant 2026?
A graduate degree and a recognised Computer Application diploma or certificate course of at least six months were required.
How will Patna High Court Assistant 2026 candidates be selected?
There may be a screening test. The written test, computer test and interview follow. Written and interview marks decide final merit.
Can I still apply for Patna High Court Assistant 2026?
No. The application deadline was 27/08/2026. This update is for candidates who appeared in the exam.