Gujarat High Court Legal Assistant Recruitment 2026

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The High Court of Gujarat, Sola, Ahmedabad invites online applications from eligible candidates for filling up 65 vacancies for the post of Legal Assistant on a purely contractual basis. Advt. No. RC/B/1320/2026 (LA).

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Key Highlights

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• 65 Vacancies for Legal Assistant
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• Remuneration: ₹60,000/- per month (Fixed)
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• Tenure: Initially 11 months, extendable up to 11 months further
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• Basis: Purely Contractual
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Eligibility Criteria

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• Age Limit: Not more than 26 years as on 20/07/2026
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• Education: Fresh Graduates in Law with minimum 55% marks (or equivalent CGPA) from any UGC recognized University in India
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• Final Year Students: Candidates studying in Final Year of 5-year integrated LL.B. or 3-year LL.B. may also apply, subject to passing with requisite marks before appointment
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• Computer Knowledge: Basic Knowledge of Computer Application/Operation required
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• Language: Acquaintance of Gujarati language required
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Important Dates

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• Online Application Starts: 01 July 2026 (12:00 Hrs.)
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• Last Date to Apply: 20 July 2026 (23:59 Hrs.)
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• Written Test (MCQ): 09 August 2026 (Sunday)
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• Viva-voce Test: August/September 2026
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Application Fee

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• All Candidates: ₹500/- + Bank charges
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• Payment via SBI e-Pay through HC-OJAS Portal
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Scheme of Examination

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[A] Written Test (Objective Type – MCQs) – 100 Marks

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• 100 MCQs, 2 hours duration, OMR Based
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• Negative Marking: 0.25 mark for each wrong/multiple answer
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• Language: English
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• Minimum 50% marks required for Viva-voce eligibility
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Syllabus:

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1. The Constitution of India
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2. The Code of Civil Procedure, 1908
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3. The Indian Penal Code, 1860 & The Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023
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4. The Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973 & The Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023
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5. The Indian Evidence Act, 1872 & The Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023
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6. The Indian Contract Act, 1872
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7. The Specific Relief Act, 1963
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8. The Transfer of Property Act, 1882
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9. The Limitation Act, 1963
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10. General Knowledge
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11. English Language
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12. Computer Skills / Applications Knowledge
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13. General I.Q. Test
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[B] Viva-voce Test (Oral Interview) – 50 Marks

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• Minimum 50% marks required for selection
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[C] Final Selection: Based on aggregate marks in Written Test + Viva-voce Test, as per Merit.

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How to Apply

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1. Visit HC-OJAS Portal
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2. Refer "How to Apply – User Manual" on the portal
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3. Submit confirmed online application and pay examination fees
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4. Print application and keep e-Payment Receipt
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Important Instructions

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• Candidates born after 20/07/2008 are not eligible
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• No reservation policy applicable (contractual appointments)
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• Existing Legal Assistants holding 11+ months appointment from earlier recruitment are NOT eligible
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• Full-time assignment – no practice or outside employment allowed
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• 11 days casual leave per year; no other leave except during Court Vacations
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• No right of employment under High Court or State Government
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Documents Required at Verification

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1. Print-out of confirmed Online Application + e-Payment Receipt
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2. School Leaving Certificate / Birth Certificate
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3. Educational Qualification: SSC, HSC, Final Year Graduation, PG, LL.B. marksheets & certificates
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4. Bar Council Enrollment Letter (if any)
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5. Computer Knowledge Certificate
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6. Experience Certificate (if any)
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7. Character Certificates from two respectable persons (issued within last 6 months)
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8. Government Gazette for name change (if applicable)
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9. Court case details (if any FIR/Charge-sheet/Judgment)
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10. Original Identity Proof (Election Card/PAN/Passport/Aadhaar/Driving Licence)
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Important Links

Apply Online
https://hcgujarat.gov.in

Download Notification
https://hcgujarat.gov.in

Official Website
https://hcgujarat.gov.in

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