The High Court of Andhra Pradesh at Amaravati has announced a massive recruitment drive for 1620 posts across various categories, including Junior Assistant, Stenographer Grade III, Typist, and more, under the Andhra Pradesh Judicial Ministerial and Subordinate Service Rules, 2019. This recruitment, notified on 06.05.2025, offers opportunities in judicial districts across the state with a pay scale ranging from Rs. 25,220 to Rs. 1,07,210, depending on the post.
Important Dates
- Online Application Start Date: 13.05.2025
- Last Date for General Applicants: 02.06.2025 (11:59 P.M.)
- Application for Contractual/Outsourcing Employees: 13.06.2025 to 24.06.2025 (11:59 P.M.)
Applications must be submitted online through the High Court’s official website (aphc.gov.in) or District Court websites (ecourts.gov.in). No offline or other modes of application will be accepted.
Vacancy Details
The recruitment covers 1620 posts across multiple categories in various judicial districts of Andhra Pradesh. Below is the breakdown of vacancies by post:
| Post Name | Total Posts |
|---|---|
| Junior Assistant | 389 |
| Stenographer Grade III | 70 |
| Typist | 96 |
| Field Assistant | 243 |
| Examiner | 44 |
| Copyist | 89 |
| Driver (Light Vehicle) | 31 |
| Record Assistant | 12 |
| Process Server | 161 |
| Office Subordinate | 485 |
| Total | 1620 |
Educational Qualifications
Stenographer Grade III
- Graduation from a recognized university.
- A.P. Government Technical Examination in English Typewriting and Shorthand (Higher Grade) or equivalent. Lower Grade candidates may be considered if Higher Grade candidates are unavailable.
- Knowledge or qualification in computer operation.
Junior Assistant, Typist, Field Assistant, Examiner, Copyist
- Graduation from a recognized university.
- Additional technical qualifications (e.g., Typewriting for Typist/Copyist) as specified in the notification.
- Knowledge of computer operation for certain posts.
Driver (Light Vehicle)
- 7th class or equivalent.
- Valid driving license for light motor vehicles.
Record Assistant, Process Server, Office Subordinate
- Passed SSC (10th class) or equivalent.
- No specific technical qualifications required for Office Subordinate and Process Server.
Age Limit
- General: 18 to 42 years as of 01.07.2025.
- Relaxations:
- 5 years for SC/ST/BC/EWS candidates.
- 10 years for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PWD).
- As per rules for Ex-Servicemen.
- Relaxation for contractual/outsourcing employees in the judiciary, provided they were within the age limit at initial appointment and are working as of the notification date.
Application Fee
- OC/EWS/BC: Rs. 800 (application + exam fee).
- SC/ST/PWD: Rs. 400.
- Skill Test Fee (if applicable): Rs. 800 (OC/EWS/BC), Rs. 400 (SC/ST/PWD).
- Fee is non-refundable and must be paid online.
- Separate fee for each post/district applied.
Selection Process
Stenographer Grade III
- Computer-Based Examination: 80 marks (40 General Knowledge, 40 General English), 90 minutes.
- Skill Test (Stenography): 50 marks, transcription from shorthand to longhand on MS Word.
- Merit list based on skill test marks.
Junior Assistant, Typist, Field Assistant, Examiner, Copyist
- Computer-Based Examination: Objective type, marks vary by post (typically 80–100 marks).
- Skill Test (if applicable): Typewriting for Typist/Copyist.
- Merit list based on exam and skill test performance.
Driver (Light Vehicle)
- Written Test: Objective type.
- Driving Test: Practical assessment of driving skills.
Record Assistant, Process Server, Office Subordinate
- Written Test: Objective type, typically 80 marks.
- No skill test required.
Minimum Qualifying Marks: 40% (OC/EWS), 35% (BC), 30% (SC/ST/PWD). Ex-Servicemen and Meritorious Sports Persons as per their category.
Reservation
Reservations are provided as per A.P. Judicial Ministerial and Subordinate Service Rules, 2019, and A.P. State and Subordinate Service Rules, 1996:
- Vertical Reservations: BC (A, B, C, D, E), EWS, SC, ST.
- Horizontal Reservations: Women, PWD, Ex-Servicemen, Meritorious Sports Persons.
- Local Candidates: 80% of posts reserved for local candidates of the respective Judicial District, 20% open to all.
Candidates must submit relevant certificates (e.g., non-creamy layer for BC, EWS certificate for income below Rs. 8,00,000/- annually).
How to Apply
- Visit aphc.gov.in or ecourts.gov.in.
- Complete Part A: One Time Profile Registration to obtain OTPR ID and Password.
- Fill Part B: Application Form for each post/district.
- Use one mobile number for all applications.
- Upload required documents (e.g., educational certificates, community certificates, etc.).
- Pay the application fee online.
- Check the User Guide on the High Court’s website for detailed instructions.
Documents Required
- Educational and technical qualification certificates.
- Date of birth certificate.
- Community certificate (SC/ST/BC/EWS/PWD/Ex-Servicemen/Sports Persons).
- Non-creamy layer certificate for BC candidates.
- EWS certificate issued by Tahsildar.
- Disability certificate for PWD candidates.
- Discharge certificate for Ex-Servicemen.
- Sports certificates (Form-I to IV) for Meritorious Sports Persons.
- Study/Residence certificates for local candidature.
- Local status certificate for Telangana migrants (2014–2021).
- No-objection certificate from employer (if employed).
- Service and Conduct Certificate for contractual/outsourcing judicial employees.
Help Desk
- Email: helpdesk-hc.ap@aij.gov.in
- Phone: 0863-2372752
- Working Hours: 10:30 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. (Lunch: 1:30 P.M. to 2:15 P.M.)
General Instructions
- Verify local/non-local status as per Judicial Districts.
- Selection follows A.P. Judicial Ministerial Service Rules, 2019.
- No TA/DA for attending exams.
- Candidates resorting to influence will be disqualified.
- Incomplete/incorrect applications will be rejected.
- Suppression of information may lead to rejection and prosecution.
- Contributory Pension Scheme applicable.
- Security deposit (e.g., Rs. 10,000 for Stenographer) may be required at appointment.