Patna High Court — one of the oldest high courts in India, established in 1916 — is recruiting 53 Technical Assistants to strengthen its IT infrastructure across courtrooms, offices, and digital platforms. This is a Group-C position under the HC's I.T. Technical Cadre Rules 2021, and it's one of the rare opportunities where a BCA, ITI, or Polytechnic diploma holder can land a judiciary job with Level-5 pay. For tech-skilled candidates in Bihar, this is a direct entry into one of the state's most respected institutions.
What Technical Assistants Actually Do
Technical Assistants at Patna High Court are the backbone of the court's digital operations. You'll manage and maintain computer systems, networks, CCTV surveillance, video conferencing setups for virtual hearings, and the court's case management software. When a judge's system goes down during a hearing or the e-filing portal needs troubleshooting, you're the person they call. The work also includes maintaining servers, handling data backups, supporting the National Judicial Data Grid (NJDG) integration, and ensuring courtroom AV equipment runs smoothly. It's hands-on technical work in a formal, structured environment — not a desk-only IT job.
Salary and Benefits
Pay Level-5 in the 7th CPC matrix means a starting basic of ₹29,200, going up to ₹92,300. With current Dearness Allowance, HRA (Patna qualifies for a decent HRA percentage), and other allowances, the in-hand salary for a fresh joiner works out to roughly ₹38,000–₹42,000 per month. You also get medical facilities, Leave Travel Concession, and NPS benefits. Patna's living costs are significantly lower than metro cities, so this salary goes a long way — comfortable housing, good schools, and a stable lifestyle are well within reach. Annual increments and periodic pay commission revisions keep the growth trajectory solid over a 30+ year career.
Who Can Apply
The eligibility is broader than most government technical posts. You need a BCA degree, or an ITI certificate in a computer/electronics trade, or a Polytechnic diploma in Computer Science, Electronics & Telecom, or Electronics & Communication — plus at least one year of relevant work experience as on 1st January 2026. The experience requirement is strict, so internships or freelance work won't count — you need a proper experience certificate from an employer. Age limit is 37 for UR males, 40 for females and BC/EBC candidates, and 42 for SC/ST. Bihar's reservation structure applies: UR (24), SC (8), ST (1), EBC (9), BC (6), EWS (5), with 17 posts horizontally reserved for women.
The Selection Process
Selection runs through up to four stages: a screening test (only if applications are very high), a 200-mark written MCQ covering computer fundamentals, networking, hardware, and IT concepts, a 100-mark practical skill test where you'll demonstrate actual technical proficiency, and a 30-mark interview. Final merit is calculated out of 330 marks. The practical test is where candidates with real hands-on experience have a clear edge — paper knowledge alone won't cut it. Minimum qualifying marks are 40% in the written and skill tests, and 30% in the interview.
Why This Opportunity Matters
High Court jobs in Bihar are uncommon and highly sought after. The judiciary maintains its own cadre rules, pay structures, and promotion pathways — independent of the state government bureaucracy. Working at Patna High Court carries a prestige that few state government jobs can match. The IT cadre is relatively new (rules framed in 2021), which means there's room for growth as the judiciary continues its digital transformation push. With courts increasingly relying on e-filing, virtual hearings, and digital record management, technical staff will only become more essential — and more valued — in the coming years.