Punjab & Haryana High Court Driver Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 25 Posts

Punjab and Haryana High Court, Chandigarh has released a Detailed Employment Notice for recruitment to the post of Driver on its establishment. Through Employment Notice No. 04/DRV/HC/2026, the High Court has invited online applications from eligible candidates for 25 vacant Driver posts. The online application process starts from 28 August 2026 at 11:59 PM.

Candidates having 10+2 qualification, Punjabi/Hindi as a subject in Matriculation, a valid Light Motor Vehicle (LMV) driving licence and at least two years’ experience of driving a car can apply. The minimum age is 18 years and the maximum age is 35 years as on 18 September 2026. Selection will be based on a Practical Test-cum-Interview, subject to any shortlisting criteria adopted by the High Court.

Punjab & Haryana High Court Driver Recruitment 2026 Overview

The number of vacancies may increase or decrease depending upon vacancies available at the time of preparation of the merit list.

Punjab & Haryana High Court Driver Recruitment 2026 Important Dates

The date of the Practical Test-cum-Interview will be announced separately on the official High Court website.

Punjab & Haryana High Court Driver Recruitment 2026 Application Fee

Online transaction charges will be payable additionally. The application fee once paid is non-refundable.

Punjab & Haryana High Court Driver Recruitment 2026 Vacancies & Qualification

Vacancy Details

Educational Qualification & Experience

Candidates must fulfill all of the following requirements:

• Must be at least 10+2 pass.
• Punjabi/Hindi must be one of the subjects in the Matriculation examination.
• Must possess a valid Light Motor Vehicle (LMV) Driving Licence.
• Must have a minimum of 2 years’ experience in driving a car.
• The candidate must not have been convicted for any offence relating to negligent driving.

A higher category driving licence does not automatically establish eligibility for the required LMV licence.

Punjab & Haryana High Court Driver Recruitment 2026 Age Limit

The candidate’s age should be 18 to 35 years as on 18 September 2026. For Ex-Servicemen candidates, the upper age limit will be relaxed by the number of years equal to their defence service plus 3 years. All eligibility conditions relating to age, qualification and experience must be fulfilled on the last date of application.

Punjab & Haryana High Court Driver Recruitment 2026 Salary

The pay and allowances of selected candidates will be governed according to the latest applicable rules and instructions of the Government of Punjab as adopted by the Punjab & Haryana High Court for its employees.

Candidates proposed for appointment will initially be required to work for a trial period, during which remuneration will be paid according to the applicable daily-wager rates approved by the Deputy Commissioner, Chandigarh. Appointment will be considered after successful completion of the trial period and assessment by the High Court.

Punjab & Haryana High Court Driver Recruitment 2026 Selection Process

The High Court may adopt a suitable shortlisting criterion depending upon the number of applications received. Provisionally eligible candidates will be called for the Practical Test-cum-Interview. Final selection for the Driver post will be made on the basis of performance in the Practical Test-cum-Interview.

Mere selection in the Practical Test-cum-Interview does not itself create a right to appointment. Candidates proposed for appointment must successfully complete the prescribed trial period.

Punjab & Haryana High Court Driver Recruitment 2026 Exam Pattern

There is no written examination mentioned in the notification. The recruitment process will involve:

1. Shortlisting, if required
2. Practical Test-cum-Interview
3. Testimonials/Document Checking
4. Trial Period
5. Final appointment after successful completion of the trial period

The date, time and venue of the Practical Test-cum-Interview will be notified through the official High Court website.

Punjab & Haryana High Court Driver Recruitment 2026 Important Documents

Candidates should keep the following documents ready:

• 10+2 / Educational Qualification Certificate
• Matriculation Certificate showing Punjabi/Hindi subject
• Valid LMV Driving Licence
• Minimum 2 Years’ Car Driving Experience Certificate
• Date of Birth/Age Proof
• Caste Certificate, if applicable
• Latest BC Certificate, where applicable
• Ex-Servicemen Discharge Book, where applicable
• No Objection Certificate (NOC), if working in Government/Semi-Government/PSU/Corporation/Board
• Application Form Printout
• Passport-size photographs
• Other supporting documents required for testimonials checking

Original Driving Licence, qualification certificates, experience certificate, caste certificate and other supporting documents will be checked during testimonials verification or whenever required by the High Court.

How to Apply for Punjab & Haryana High Court Driver Recruitment 2026

Eligible candidates should visit the official website of the Punjab & Haryana High Court and access the online application link for Driver Recruitment 2026. Candidates should carefully read the detailed employment notice before filling out the form.

Keep an active email ID, mobile number, recent passport-size photograph and scanned signature ready before starting the application. Fill in personal, educational, category, licence and experience details carefully. Upload the required photograph and signature, pay the applicable online fee and submit the application before 18 September 2026 at 11:59 PM.

After successful submission, candidates should retain a printed copy of the online application form and all supporting documents for future testimonials checking. No changes will be permitted in the application after submission.

Punjab & Haryana High Court Driver Recruitment 2026 Important Links