{"id":63,"date":"2026-11-01T11:00:21","date_gmt":"2026-11-01T11:00:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/newsxfeed.com\/?p=63"},"modified":"2026-11-01T11:00:24","modified_gmt":"2026-11-01T11:00:24","slug":"punjab-haryana-high-court-chowkidar-recruitment-2026-22-posts-apply-online","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/newsxfeed.com\/?p=63","title":{"rendered":"Punjab &#038; Haryana High Court Chowkidar Recruitment 2026 \u2013 22 Posts, Apply Online"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Nov 1, 2026<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The High Court of Punjab and Haryana at Chandigarh has released Employment Notice No. <strong>06\/CHK\/HC\/2026<\/strong> for <strong>22 Chowkidar posts<\/strong> on its own establishment. Candidates who have passed at least <strong>8th class<\/strong> but <strong>not more than 12th<\/strong> can apply <strong>online<\/strong> from <strong>31 October to 21 November 2026 (11:59 PM)<\/strong>. There is <strong>no written exam<\/strong> \u2013 selection is through a <strong>50-mark interview<\/strong>. The age limit is <strong>18 to 35 years<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is a regular post on the establishment of the High Court at Chandigarh. Pay is governed by the latest Government of Punjab rules adopted by the High Court for its employees.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Punjab &amp; Haryana High Court Chowkidar Recruitment 2026 \u2013 Overview<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><th>Detail<\/th><th>Information<\/th><\/tr><tr><td>Organisation<\/td><td>High Court of Punjab and Haryana, Chandigarh<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Employment Notice No.<\/td><td>06\/CHK\/HC\/2026, dated 31 October 2026<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Post Name<\/td><td>Chowkidar<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Total Posts<\/td><td>22<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Qualification<\/td><td>Minimum 8th pass, maximum 10+2<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Age Limit<\/td><td>18 to 35 years (as on 21 November 2026)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Application Fee<\/td><td>\u20b9700 (General), \u20b9600 (SC\/ST\/BC\/Ex-Servicemen)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Selection<\/td><td>Interview (50 marks)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Mode of Application<\/td><td>Online<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Last Date<\/td><td>21 November 2026 (11:59 PM)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Job Location<\/td><td>Chandigarh<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Official Website<\/td><td>highcourtchd.gov.in<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Important Dates<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><th>Event<\/th><th>Date<\/th><\/tr><tr><td>Employment notice released<\/td><td>31 October 2026<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Online application starts<\/td><td>31 October 2026<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Last date to apply and pay fee<\/td><td>21 November 2026 (11:59 PM)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Interview date, time and venue<\/td><td>Will be published on the High Court website<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>E-Admit Card<\/td><td>Link on the website, plus email\/SMS<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Chowkidar Vacancy Details 2026 \u2013 Category-wise<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><th>Category<\/th><th>Posts<\/th><\/tr><tr><td>General<\/td><td>19<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>SC \/ ST \/ BC<\/td><td>2<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Ex-Servicemen<\/td><td>1<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Total<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>22<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The number of posts may go up or down depending on the vacancies on the date the merit list is prepared.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Reservation note:<\/strong> SC\/ST\/BC reservation and fee relaxation apply only to candidates holding a certificate from <strong>Punjab, Haryana or U.T. Chandigarh<\/strong> who are domiciled there. Reserved-category candidates from other states must apply under the General category. BC candidates must not belong to the creamy layer. Ex-Servicemen benefits are for Ex-Servicemen themselves, not their dependents.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Educational Qualification<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Minimum:<\/strong> Middle Standard (8th class) pass from a recognised school or board.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Maximum:<\/strong> 10+2 (12th class). Candidates with any qualification <strong>above 10+2 (graduates etc.) are not eligible<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>All candidates must give an affidavit (Annexure V) that they are not qualified above 10+2. Hiding a higher qualification can lead to termination and criminal action.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>All conditions must be met on the last date of online application, i.e. 21 November 2026.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Age Limit<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Minimum <strong>18 years<\/strong> and maximum <strong>35 years<\/strong> as on <strong>21 November 2026<\/strong>, for all categories.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Ex-Servicemen:<\/strong> Upper age limit relaxed by the years of defence service <strong>plus 3 years<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Date of birth proof: Matriculation certificate (for matric or above) or Birth Certificate from the Registrar of Births and Deaths (for those below matric).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Salary<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The pay of Chowkidar is governed by the <strong>latest Government of Punjab rules and instructions<\/strong> adopted by the High Court for its employees. The notice does not mention an exact amount. Duty hours may extend beyond normal working hours and can be at odd hours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Application Fee<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><th>Category<\/th><th>Fee<\/th><\/tr><tr><td>General<\/td><td>\u20b9700<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>SC \/ ST \/ BC (Punjab, Haryana, Chandigarh)<\/td><td>\u20b9600<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Ex-Servicemen<\/td><td>\u20b9600<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Dependents of Ex-Servicemen disabled or killed in active operation<\/td><td>Nil<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The fee is paid online and is non-refundable. Bank transaction charges are extra.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Selection Process<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There is <strong>no written exam<\/strong>. Selection is based on an <strong>interview of 50 marks<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><th>Interview Component<\/th><th>Marks<\/th><\/tr><tr><td>Suitability to the job<\/td><td>25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Etiquettes \/ manners<\/td><td>25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Total<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>50<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>If many applications are received, the High Court may use a shortlisting criterion to decide who is called for interview.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Original documents are checked at the testimonials checking stage.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The E-Admit Card will be available on the High Court website only; it will not be sent by post.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Mobile phones, watches, ornaments and bags are not allowed at the interview venue. No TA\/DA is paid.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Apply for Punjab &amp; Haryana High Court Chowkidar Recruitment 2026<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The application is <strong>online only<\/strong>, through the official High Court website. Follow these steps:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Visit the official website of the Punjab and Haryana High Court \u2013 <strong>highcourtchd.gov.in<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Go to the <strong>Recruitment<\/strong> section and open Employment Notice No. 06\/CHK\/HC\/2026 (Chowkidar). Read the full notice carefully.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Click on the online application link and register using your own <strong>valid mobile number and email ID<\/strong>. Do not change them later, as all updates are sent there.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fill in your personal details, qualification and <strong>category<\/strong> carefully. The category cannot be changed after submission.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Upload a recent <strong>passport-size photograph<\/strong> (not older than 30 days, white background) and your <strong>signature<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If applicable, upload FIR \/ court order copies and the proof for fee exemption (dependents of Ex-Servicemen).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Check all details once again and <strong>pay the fee online<\/strong> through net banking, debit card or credit card.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Submit the form before <strong>21 November 2026 (11:59 PM)<\/strong>. Take a printout and keep <strong>5 copies of the same photograph<\/strong> for later stages.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Only one application per category is allowed. If more than one is submitted, only the latest will be considered.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Documents \/ Annexures to Keep Ready<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><th>Document<\/th><th>Who Needs It<\/th><\/tr><tr><td>Annexure I \u2013 Creamy layer declaration<\/td><td>BC candidates<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Annexure II \u2013 NOC \/ Forwarding letter from Head of Department<\/td><td>Government \/ PSU employees<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Annexure III \u2013 Affidavit about close relatives in High Court or District Courts<\/td><td>All candidates<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Annexure IV \u2013 Affidavit about previous employment<\/td><td>Candidates with earlier government\/PSU jobs<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Annexure V \u2013 Affidavit that qualification is not above 10+2<\/td><td>All candidates<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Discharge book (self-attested)<\/td><td>Ex-Servicemen<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Annexures III, IV and V must be attested by a <strong>Notary Public<\/strong>. Also keep proof of qualification, date of birth and caste certificate (if applicable).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Official Website and Helpline<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><th>Purpose<\/th><th>Details<\/th><\/tr><tr><td>Official Website (Apply Online and Notification)<\/td><td>highcourtchd.gov.in<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Where to find the notice<\/td><td>highcourtchd.gov.in \u2192 Recruitment section \u2192 Employment Notice No. 06\/CHK\/HC\/2026<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Technical help (online form)<\/td><td>8100091298 (11:00 AM \u2013 5:30 PM, working days)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Queries on terms and conditions<\/td><td>0172-2717605 (9:30 AM \u2013 5:00 PM, working days)<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Q1. How many Chowkidar posts are there in the Punjab &amp; Haryana High Court?<\/strong> 22 posts \u2013 19 General, 2 SC\/ST\/BC and 1 Ex-Servicemen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Q2. What is the last date to apply?<\/strong> 21 November 2026, up to 11:59 PM.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Q3. What qualification is required?<\/strong> Minimum 8th pass and maximum 12th pass.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Q4. Can graduates apply?<\/strong> No. Candidates with any qualification above 10+2 are not eligible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Q5. What is the age limit?<\/strong> 18 to 35 years as on 21 November 2026. Ex-Servicemen get relaxation equal to their service period plus 3 years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Q6. Is there a written exam?<\/strong> No. Selection is only through a 50-mark interview \u2013 25 marks for suitability and 25 for etiquettes\/manners.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Q7. What is the application fee?<\/strong> \u20b9700 for General and \u20b9600 for SC\/ST\/BC and Ex-Servicemen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Q8. I am an SC\/OBC candidate from Uttar Pradesh. Can I claim reservation?<\/strong> No. Reserved-category candidates from outside Punjab, Haryana and Chandigarh must apply under the General category and pay \u20b9700.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Punjab &amp; Haryana High Court Chowkidar Recruitment 2026 is a good opportunity for 8th to 12th pass candidates to get a regular post at the High Court in Chandigarh without any written exam. Since selection depends entirely on the interview, focus on good manners and presentation. Keep your notarised affidavits ready and apply before <strong>21 November 2026<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Disclaimer: This article is based on the official Employment Notice No. 06\/CHK\/HC\/2026 of the High Court of Punjab and Haryana. Candidates should verify all details from the official notification on highcourtchd.gov.in before applying.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Nov 1, 2026 The High Court of Punjab and Haryana at Chandigarh has released Employment Notice No. 06\/CHK\/HC\/2026 for 22 Chowkidar posts on its own establishment. Candidates who have passed at least 8th class but not more than 12th can apply online from 31 October to 21 November 2026 (11:59 PM). 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