{"id":724,"date":"2026-04-25T14:06:39","date_gmt":"2026-04-25T14:06:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/examupdates.co.in\/blog\/?p=724"},"modified":"2026-04-25T14:06:41","modified_gmt":"2026-04-25T14:06:41","slug":"patna-high-court-computer-operator-2026-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/examupdates.co.in\/blog\/patna-high-court-computer-operator-2026-2\/","title":{"rendered":"Patna High Court Computer Operator 2026: Full Guide \u2014 Eligibility, Syllabus & Preparation"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

The High Court of Judicature at Patna has officially opened one of Bihar’s most sought-after government job opportunities \u2014 the Patna High Court Computer Operator-cum-Typist Recruitment 2026<\/strong>. With 48 Group-C vacancies, a transparent selection process, and a solid pay scale under the 7th Pay Commission, this recruitment is a golden chance for graduates in Bihar looking for stable, prestigious employment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Whether you are just starting to explore this vacancy or already deep into preparation, this guide covers everything \u2014 official dates, eligibility criteria, syllabus, exam pattern, typing test details, and a proven preparation strategy to help you clear all stages with confidence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Table of contents<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  1. Recruitment overview at a glance<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. Important dates \u2014 don’t miss these<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  3. Eligibility criteria (qualification, age, typing)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  4. Vacancy breakdown & reservation<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  5. Application fee & how to apply<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  6. Selection process explained<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  7. Exam pattern & syllabus<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  8. Typing test details<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  9. Salary & benefits<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  10. Preparation strategy & tips<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  11. Common mistakes to avoid<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  12. Key takeaways<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  13. FAQs<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    1. Recruitment overview at a glance<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Organisation<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    High Court of Judicature at Patna<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Post name<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Computer Operator-cum-Typist (Group C)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Total vacancies<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    48 Posts<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Advt. number<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    PHC\/02\/2026<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Application mode<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Online only<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Official website<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    patnahighcourt.gov.in<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Pay level<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Level-4 (\u20b925,500\u2013\u20b981,100)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Notification date<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    April 16, 2026<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    2. Important dates \u2014 don’t miss these<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Deadline alert:<\/strong> The online application window closes on May 16, 2026<\/strong>. The last date for fee payment is May 19, 2026<\/strong>. Apply early to avoid last-minute technical issues.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Event<\/th>Date<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
    Notification released<\/td>April 16, 2026<\/td><\/tr>
    Online application starts<\/td>April 17, 2026<\/td><\/tr>
    Last date to apply online<\/td>May 16, 2026<\/td><\/tr>
    Last date for fee payment<\/td>May 19, 2026<\/td><\/tr>
    Admit card release<\/td>To be announced<\/td><\/tr>
    Written exam date<\/td>To be announced<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

    3. Eligibility criteria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Educational qualification<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    Candidates must fulfill all three of the following requirements, with January 1, 2026 as the cut-off date:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    1. Graduation<\/strong>\u00a0in any discipline from a recognised university<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    2. Diploma or Certificate<\/strong>\u00a0in Computer Application of at least 6 months’ duration<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    3. Typing proficiency<\/strong>\u00a0\u2014 40 WPM in English and 30 WPM in Hindi<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

      Age limit (as on January 1, 2026)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
      Category<\/th>Minimum age<\/th>Maximum age<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
      General \/ Unreserved<\/td>18 years<\/td>37 years<\/td><\/tr>
      OBC \/ EBC<\/td>18 years<\/td>40 years<\/td><\/tr>
      SC \/ ST<\/td>18 years<\/td>42 years<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

      Note: Age relaxation is applicable as per Bihar Government rules. Candidates from other states belonging to SC\/ST categories are not eligible for fee concession.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Domicile requirement<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

      While the notification does not restrict candidates to Bihar domicile for applying, the fee concession benefit (SC\/ST\/Locomotor Disabled) is applicable only to candidates domiciled in Bihar.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      4. Vacancy breakdown & reservation<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
      Category<\/th>Vacancies<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
      Unreserved (UR)<\/td>Maximum share<\/td><\/tr>
      EBC (Extremely Backward Classes)<\/td>As per Bihar reservation norms<\/td><\/tr>
      SC (Scheduled Caste)<\/td>As per Bihar reservation norms<\/td><\/tr>
      ST (Scheduled Tribe)<\/td>As per Bihar reservation norms<\/td><\/tr>
      EWS<\/td>As per Bihar reservation norms<\/td><\/tr>
      Women (horizontal reservation)<\/td>15 seats reserved<\/td><\/tr>
      Total<\/td>48 Posts<\/strong> (including backlog)<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

      5. Application fee & how to apply<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

      General \/ OBC fee<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      \u20b91,500<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      SC \/ ST \/ Locomotor disabled (Bihar domicile)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      \u20b9750<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Step-by-step application process<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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      1. Visit the official website:\u00a0patnahighcourt.gov.in<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
      2. Navigate to the Recruitment section and click on Advertisement No. PHC\/02\/2026<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      3. Click “Apply Online” and complete your registration with a valid email ID and mobile number<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      4. Fill in all personal, educational, and contact details accurately<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      5. Upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature, and relevant certificates as per specifications<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      6. Pay the application fee online (category-wise)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      7. Submit the form and take a printout for your records<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

        Pro tip:<\/strong> Keep your email ID and mobile number active throughout the recruitment process. Patna High Court sends all intimations \u2014 certificate verification calls, admit cards, and result updates \u2014 to these contacts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        6. Selection process explained<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

        The Patna High Court Computer Operator selection process is multi-stage and designed to test both theoretical knowledge and practical skills:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        Stage<\/th>Details<\/th>Marks<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
        Phase 1<\/td>Preliminary Screening Test (if required \u2014 objective type)<\/td>50 marks<\/td><\/tr>
        Phase 2<\/td>Written Test (Part A, B & C)<\/td>250 marks<\/td><\/tr>
        Phase 3<\/td>Typing Skill Test (English + Hindi)<\/td>200 marks<\/td><\/tr>
        Phase 4<\/td>Personal Interview<\/td>Qualifying (min. 3 marks)<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

        The Preliminary Test is conducted only if the number of applicants is very large \u2014 it shortlists candidates to approximately 10 times the number of vacancies. From the written test, around 3 times the vacancies are called for interview. All stages are mandatory.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        7. Exam pattern & syllabus<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

        Preliminary screening test (if held)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

        This is an objective-type, offline exam of 50 marks. The syllabus covers General Studies, General English, Computer Applications, Reasoning, and Numerical Aptitude.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        Written test \u2014 three parts<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
        Part<\/th>Subject<\/th>Key topics<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
        Part A<\/td>General Knowledge & Awareness<\/td>Current affairs, Bihar GK, Indian history, static GK, polity<\/td><\/tr>
        Part A<\/td>General English<\/td>Grammar, comprehension, vocabulary, idioms, phrases<\/td><\/tr>
        Part A<\/td>Quantitative Aptitude<\/td>Percentages, ratios, arithmetic, basic maths<\/td><\/tr>
        Part B<\/td>Computer Awareness<\/td>MS Office, operating systems, hardware\/software, internet, networking basics<\/td><\/tr>
        Part C<\/td>Hindi Language<\/td>Grammar, correct word usage, effective writing in Hindi<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

        There is no negative marking<\/strong> for Part A. Candidates must qualify in all parts to proceed. Computer Awareness carries significant weightage in both the preliminary and written stages.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        8. Typing test details<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

        The typing test contributes 200 marks<\/strong> \u2014 the single highest-scoring component \u2014 making it the most decisive stage of the selection process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        English typing speed<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        40 WPM<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        Hindi typing speed<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        30 WPM<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        Hindi font<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        Mangal<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        Hindi keyboard layout<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        Remington Gail<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        Important:<\/strong> Even if your written test score is average, consistent typing accuracy and speed can significantly boost your final merit position. Candidates with high accuracy will have a strong advantage. Practice daily \u2014 at least 30 minutes for each language.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        9. Salary & benefits<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

        Selected candidates are placed in Level-4 of the 7th Pay Revision Commission (7th PRC)<\/strong> pay matrix:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        Basic pay range<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        \u20b925,500 \u2013 \u20b981,100<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        Pay level<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        Level-4 (7th PRC)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        Post category<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        Group C (Permanent)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        Additional allowances<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        DA, HRA, TA as applicable<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        10. Preparation strategy & tips<\/h2>\n\n\n\n