High Court MP SCPA Recruitment 2026 – Apply for 130 Senior Computer Programmer Assistant Vacancies
The High Court of Madhya Pradesh, Jabalpur has released Advertisement No. 61/SCPA/Exam/2026 for the recruitment of 130 Senior Computer Programmer Assistant (SCPA) posts in the District Courts of Madhya Pradesh. This is a government job opportunity conducted through Direct Recruitment by Suitability Test, and applications open on 20 July 2026 and close on 10 August 2026. One thing to know upfront: this drive is meant only for people already working in the High Court or District Court IT setup, not for job seekers outside the system. Read on for the full eligibility, pay scale, selection process and application details.
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About High Court of Madhya Pradesh
The High Court of Madhya Pradesh, headquartered at Jabalpur, is the top judicial body of the state, overseeing all District Courts across Madhya Pradesh. It regularly hires technical and ministerial staff to keep court operations running smoothly, and this SCPA recruitment is part of that ongoing effort to strengthen the IT backbone of the district judiciary. For IT professionals already working within the MP court system, this notification is a chance to move into a confirmed technical cadre role.
High Court of MP SCPA Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Organization Name | High Court of Madhya Pradesh, Jabalpur |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Senior Computer Programmer Assistant (SCPA) |
| Total Vacancies | 130 Posts |
| Category | Government Job (Judiciary/District Courts) |
| Job Location | District Courts, Madhya Pradesh |
| Application Mode | Offline (By Post / By Hand) |
| Notification Date | 17 July 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 10 August 2026 |
| Official Website | www.mphc.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 17 July 2026 |
| Application Form Receipt Starts | 20 July 2026 |
| Last Date for Receiving Application | 10 August 2026 |
| Application Fee | Not Applicable |
| Admit Card Release Date | To be announced (at least 7 days before exam) |
| Preliminary Screening Exam Date | To be announced |
| Result Date | To be announced |
Vacancy Details / Category Wise Break-up
All 130 vacancies are for a single post, Senior Computer Programmer Assistant, spread across the Unreserved and reserved categories as shown below. Out of these, 8 posts are set aside for Divyangjan (PwD) candidates, and women get horizontal reservation within their respective category.
| Category | No. of Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR) | 85 |
| OBC | 3 |
| SC | 21 |
| ST | 21 |
| Total | 130 |
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification & Experience
Candidates need a B.E./B.Tech/B.Sc in Computer Science, IT, or Electronics & Telecommunications, or alternatively a BCA/MCA/M.Sc in Electronics/CS/IT. Along with this degree, at least 1 year of hands-on experience in Linux, Open Source Software, Windows, DBMS or Software Development is required. On top of the educational qualification, candidates must also have a minimum of 2 years of work experience in a District Court Establishment or the High Court of Madhya Pradesh itself — this recruitment is not open to outside applicants. Always cross-check the exact wording of the qualification clause in the official PDF before applying.
Age Limit (as on 1 January 2026)
- Maximum Age (Unreserved): 45 Years
- Maximum Age (OBC/SC/ST/PwD/Women): 50 Years
These limits already include a 5-year relaxation over the standard state government age ceiling, as directed by the MP General Administration Department's circular dated 4 July 2019.
Who Else Is Eligible
| Category | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR) | 45 Years |
| OBC / SC / ST | 50 Years |
| Persons with Disability (PwD) | 50 Years |
| Women (any category) | 50 Years |
Salary Details
Selected candidates will draw pay as per the 7th Pay Commission scale, with the older 6th CPC scale mentioned as a reference point in the notification. This is a confirmed pay-scale post rather than a fixed-stipend or contractual role, which is one of the bigger draws of this recruitment.
| Post Name | Pay Scale / Salary |
|---|---|
| Senior Computer Programmer Assistant (7th CPC) | ₹36,200 – 1,14,800/- per month |
| Senior Computer Programmer Assistant (6th CPC) | ₹9,300 – 34,800/- + Grade Pay ₹3,600 |
Selection Process
Selection runs across four stages, but only the last three actually count toward the final merit list — the preliminary exam is just a filter to shortlist candidates for the rest of the process.
- Preliminary Screening Examination — 100 MCQs, 100 marks, 2 hours, qualifying stage only (1:3 shortlisting ratio per category)
- Practical Examination — 25 marks
- Interview — 15 marks
- Past Performance Appraisal (based on last 2 years' ACRs) — 10 marks
The final merit list is based on the combined score of the Practical Exam, Interview and Past Performance Appraisal, and candidates need at least 40% marks in this combined total to be considered for selection.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| All Categories | No Fee |
| Payment Mode | Not Applicable |
Required Documents
Since the application form has to be posted or hand-delivered, keep self-attested photocopies of everything ready before you start filling the form.
- Two Recent Passport-size Coloured Photographs
- Date of Birth Proof
- Domicile Certificate of Madhya Pradesh (if claiming MP domicile)
- Caste Certificate for OBC/SC/ST (issued by competent authority, if applicable)
- Disability Certificate issued by Medical Board (if applicable)
- No Objection Certificate (NOC), if not currently employed in a District Court or High Court establishment
- Mark Sheets and Certificates for all Educational Qualifications
How to Apply
Unlike most recruitment notifications, this one does not have an online application portal. Everything is done on paper and sent by post or hand-delivered.
- Visit the official website: www.mphc.gov.in and download the SCPA application form format attached to the advertisement.
- Take a printout and fill it in Block Letters, in English only, by hand.
- Paste a recent passport-size coloured photograph and sign the declaration.
- Attach self-attested photocopies of all required documents.
- Place everything in an envelope and clearly write "Direct Recruitment Through Suitability Test For The Post of Senior Computer Programmer Assistant in District Courts of the State of Madhya Pradesh – 2026" on top of it.
- Send it by post or submit it by hand to: Registrar (Exam), Examination Section, Administrative Block, High Court of Madhya Pradesh, Jabalpur (M.P.).
- Make sure the application physically reaches the High Court on or before 10 August 2026 — postal delay is not accepted as a reason for late submission.
- Keep a personal copy of the filled application form for your own records.
Important Instructions
- Read the official notification PDF completely before applying — eligibility here is stricter than a typical government job ad.
- There is no provision to correct the form after it has been submitted, so double-check every field before sending it.
- Send the form early — applications received after the last date are rejected outright, even for postal delays.
- Carry all original documents to the interview stage for verification.
- Do not use any unfair means during the exam process; it can lead to disqualification or even prosecution.
Why Should You Apply?
If you're already working in the IT wing of a District Court or the High Court of Madhya Pradesh, this recruitment offers a real shift from an ad-hoc or outsourced role into a proper pay-scale position, with the salary jump that comes with it. It's also a one-time measure, meaning this exact route into the technical cadre may not be repeated the same way again. For eligible staff, it's a practical way to formalize years of hands-on IT experience into a recognized government post.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. What is the last date to apply for SCPA Recruitment 2026?
Ans: The completed application must physically reach the High Court of Madhya Pradesh, Jabalpur on or before 10 August 2026.
Q2. How many vacancies are there in this recruitment?
Ans: There are a total of 130 vacancies for Senior Computer Programmer Assistant.
Q3. What is the educational qualification required?
Ans: A B.E./B.Tech/B.Sc in CS/IT/Electronics, or a BCA/MCA/M.Sc in Electronics/CS/IT, along with 1 year of relevant IT experience.
Q4. What is the age limit for this recruitment?
Ans: 45 years for Unreserved candidates and 50 years for OBC/SC/ST/PwD/women candidates, as on 1 January 2026.
Q5. What is the application fee for this recruitment?
Ans: There is no application fee for this recruitment.
Q6. Is this recruitment open to the general public?
Ans: No. Only existing IT-domain employees or officials of the High Court of MP and District Courts in the state, with at least 2 years of relevant experience, are eligible to apply.
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Final Words
The High Court of Madhya Pradesh's SCPA Recruitment 2026 is a focused opportunity for IT staff already working within the MP court system to step into a confirmed, better-paying technical post. If you meet the eligibility, get your form and documents ready well before 10 August 2026 rather than waiting for the last moment. Know someone in a District Court or High Court IT role who might qualify? Share this post with them, and join our Telegram channel above for more government job alerts like this one.
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