AHC Review Officer / Assistant Review Officer / Computer Assistant Recruitment Examination-2026 | 543 Posts
Published/Updated: 06 August 2026 08:08:32
The online application registration and correction windows for these 543 judicial vacancies permanently closed on June 25, 2026. The High Court administration is currently preparing individual institutional test centers. Registered candidates should actively monitor the official allahabadhighcourt.in portal for the Stage-I Preliminary Examination Admit Card download links dropping shortly.
The High Court of Judicature at Allahabad has released an advertisement for the recruitment of Review Officer (RO), Assistant Review Officer (ARO), and Computer Assistant. Interested and eligible candidates can apply online through the official website. The application process begins on June 1, 2026, and ends on June 21, 2026. This is a great opportunity for candidates seeking government jobs in Uttar Pradesh.
Sarkari Database Expert Guide: High Court Cadres & Conventional Writing Strategies
Securing an appointment as a Review Officer (RO) or Assistant Review Officer (ARO) within the Hon'ble High Court of Judicature at Allahabad represents a premier judicial career track in Uttar Pradesh. Entering the establishment directly under Level-7 and Level-8 pay scales grants exceptional administrative prestige and rapid promotional mobility, running completely independent of standard state secretariat lines.
Cadre Classifications & Work Realities:
Candidates allocated to the Review Officer (RO) stream are primarily tasked with auditing complex case filings, cross-referencing statutory legal provisions, and drafting initial judicial summaries for bench reviews. On the other hand, the Assistant Review Officer (ARO) and Computer Assistant cadres act as the high-speed data processing hub of the court. These technical divisions handle electronic case tracking, managing digital order uploads, and processing legal documentation across active high court benches.
The Final Stage-III Typing Barrier:
A severe error made by many high court aspirants is over-focusing on the objective Stage-I parameters while completely neglecting the Stage-III Computer Knowledge Test. Because Stage-III mandates a strict 50% qualifying floor (scoring at least 25 out of 50 marks) by accurately reproducing a complex 500-word conventional text block inside a tight 20-minute window, it acts as an absolute eliminator. Regular, structured typing practice tracking layout alignments is mandatory to preserve your academic merit rank.
Organization: The Hon’ble High Court of Judicature at Allahabad (AHC) | Last Date: 21 June 2026 | Total Vacancies: 543
Important Dates
| Notification Release | 01 June 2026 |
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| Application Start | 01 June 2026 |
| Last Date | 21 June 2026 |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 22 June 2026 |
| Correction Last Date | 24 June 2026 to 25 June 2026 |
| Admit Card Available | To be announced later |
| Exam Date |
To be announced later |
Application Fee
- General / OBC: ₹ 1200/-
- SC / ST / EWS of Uttar Pradesh: ₹ 1000/-
- Mode: Online Payment.
Note: Applicable service/processing charges over and above the Application Fee are payable by the candidate to the concerned Bank.
Age Limit As on 1st Jan 2026
Review Officer & Assistant Review Officer:
- Minimum Age: 21 Years
- Maximum Age: 35 Years
Computer Assistant:
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Maximum Age: 35 Years
Eligibilty Criteria
| Essential Qualifications | |
| Post | Qualifications |
| Review Officer (RO) & Assistant Review Officer (ARO) |
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| Computer Assistant (CA) |
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| Preferential Qualifications | |
| General |
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Vacancy Details 543 Posts
The total number of vacancies(543) for the Review Officer, Assistant Review Officer, and Computer Assistant posts are as follows:
- Review Officer (RO): 138 vacancies
- Assistant Review Officer (ARO): 380 vacancies
- Computer Assistant (CA): 25 vacancies
The number of vacancies may increase or decrease based on the discretion of the Hon'ble Court.
Selection Process Permanent
The selection process consists of three stages:
- Stage-I: Preliminary Examination (Objective Type): General Studies paper. Marks obtained in this stage are for shortlisting for Stage II & III.
- Stage-II: Mains Examination (Subjective Type): Conventional type paper including Essay Writing, Precis Writing, Translation, and Comprehension. Minimum qualifying marks: 50 out of 150.
- Stage-III: Computer Knowledge Test (CBT Mode): Reproducing a given text on the computer. Maximum Marks: 50. Duration: 20 minutes. Minimum qualifying marks: 25 out of 50.
Final Merit List: Prepared based on the aggregate marks obtained in Stage-II and Stage-III examinations.
Syllabus
Stage-I: Preliminary Examination (General Studies)
Type: Objective Type (MCQ), OMR Based
Total Questions: 200
Maximum Marks: 200
Duration: 3 Hours (180 minutes)
No Negative Marking.
Topics: General Science, History of India, Indian National Movement, Indian Polity, Economy and Culture, Indian Agriculture, Commerce and Trade, Population, Ecology and Urbanisation (Indian Context), World Geography and Geography and Resources of India, Current National and International Events, General Aptitude, Special Knowledge regarding Education, Culture, Agriculture, Industry, Trade, Living and Social Traditions of Uttar Pradesh, General English and General Hindi of Graduation Level, Elementary Knowledge of Computers.
Stage-II: Mains Examination (Subjective Type)
Type: Conventional type in Pen & Paper Mode
Maximum Marks: 150
Duration: 2 hours (120 minutes)
Minimum Qualifying Marks: 50 Marks
Sections:
- Section A: Essay Writing in English (approx. 200 words) - 30 Marks
- Section B: Precis Writing in English - 30 Marks
- Section C (i): Translation from English to Hindi - 25 Marks
- Section C (ii): Translation from Hindi to English - 25 Marks
- Section D: Comprehension in English - 40 Marks
Stage-III: Computer Knowledge Test
Type: Computer Based Test (CBT) Mode
Maximum Marks: 50
Duration: 20 minutes
Minimum Qualifying Marks: 25 Marks
Task: Reproduce a given text (approx. 500 words) in English on the computer in the same format.
Required Document
- Scanned clear coloured passport photograph (JPG/JPEG, 10 KB–200 KB) with applicant’s name and capturing date.
- Scanned clear signature (JPG/JPEG, 10 KB–100 KB).
- Scanned Left hand thumb impression (JPG/JPEG, 10 KB - 200 KB).
- Scanned Class X or equivalent Certificate as a proof of Date of Birth (JPG/JPEG, 50 KB-300 KB).
- Category Certificate wherever applicable (JPG/JPEG, 50 KB-300 KB).
- Employment Certificate (Optional) (JPG/JPEG, 50 KB-300 KB).
- Valid Govt. ID proof (for verification at the exam center).
Note: Candidates are required to produce all original documents for verification at the time of joining.
Salary Criteria
- Review Officer: Level-8 (₹ 47600 - ₹ 151100) as per 7th Pay Commission.
- Assistant Review Officer: Level-7 (₹ 44900 - ₹ 142400) as per 7th Pay Commission.
- Computer Assistant: Level-04 (₹ 25500 - ₹ 81100) as per 7th Pay Commission.
Important Links
Download NotificationFrequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: What is the last date to apply for the Allahabad High Court Recruitment 2026?
A: The last date for online registration and submission of the application form is June 21, 2026.
Q: What is the application fee for the RO, ARO, and Computer Assistant posts?
A: The application fee for General/OBC candidates is Rs. 1200, and for SC/ST/EWS candidates of Uttar Pradesh, it is Rs. 1000.
Q: What are the minimum and maximum age limits for these posts?
A: The age limit is between 18 to 35 years for Computer Assistant, and 21 to 35 years for Review Officer and Assistant Review Officer, as of July 1, 2026.
Q: How is the selection process conducted?
A: The selection process involves three stages: Stage-I Preliminary Examination (Objective), Stage-II Mains Examination (Subjective), and Stage-III Computer Knowledge Test.
Q: What are the essential educational qualifications required?
A: Candidates must possess a Bachelor\'s Degree from a recognized university, along with a Diploma/Degree in Computer Science or an \'O\' Level certificate, and knowledge of data entry and typing speed of 25 WPM in English.