The Department of Law, Justice, and Parliamentary Affairs of the Government of Jammu and Kashmir has officially sanctioned the creation of 178 new jobs across various categories for the High Court of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh. This significant move aims to strengthen the workforce within the judicial system.
Government Order Details 178 Jobs Announced for J&K High Court and Ladakh
- Order No.: 2866-JK(LD) of 2025 Click here to read order
- Date: March 2025
- Council of Ministers Decision No.: 027/03/2025 (Dated 24-03-2025)
Breakdown of the Newly Created 178 Jobs Announced for J&K High Court and Ladakh
The government has approved multiple positions in different pay levels, ensuring the High Court has the necessary workforce for smooth functioning. Below is a detailed breakdown of the sanctioned posts:
| S. No | Post Name | Pay Level | No. of Posts |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Registrar | L-13A (131100-216600) | 06 |
| 2 | Additional Registrar | L-13 (123100-215900) | 03 |
| 3 | Joint Registrar | L-12 (78800-209200) | 06 |
| 4 | Deputy Registrar | L-11 (67700-208700) | 08 |
| 5 | Secretary | L-11 (67700-208700) | 01 |
| 6 | Assistant Registrar | L-8 (47600-151100) | 10 |
| 7 | Reader | L-8 (47600-151100) | 06 |
| 8 | Senior Scale Stenographer | L-7 (44900-142400) | 10 |
| 9 | Junior Scale Stenographer | L-6B (35600-112800) | 10 |
| 10 | Head Assistant | L-6B (35600-112800) | 06 |
| 11 | Steno Typist | L-5 (29200-92300) | 10 |
| 12 | Restorer | SL-2 (15900-50400) | 02 |
| 13 | Jamadar | SL-2 (15900-50400) | 10 |
| 14 | Orderly | SL-1 (14800-47100) | 50 |
| 15 | Staff Car Driver | SL-2 (15900-50400) | 10 |
| 16 | Home Peon | SL-1 (14800-47100) | 10 |
| 17 | House Keeper | SL-1 (14800-47100) | 10 |
| 18 | Cook | SL-1 (14800-47100) | 10 |
| Total | 178 Posts |
Conditions for the Creation of These Posts
The approval of these jobs comes with specific conditions that must be adhered to:
- Salary Structure Compliance: The posts are created in their respective pay levels, as outlined in the recruitment rules.
- Amendment of Recruitment Rules: The Hon’ble High Court of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh is required to update the relevant recruitment rules accordingly.
- Implementation of Government Orders: The High Court Registry must comply with S.O. No. 133 (Dated 29-03-2022) and S.O. No. 151 (Dated 04-04-2022) issued by the General Administration Department. Furthermore, all Class-IV positions will be included in the Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS) category, except for sanitation workers.
Approval from the Finance Department
This government decision was made following the Finance Department’s concurrence, as per U.O. No. FD-Code/24/2025-02-129, dated 27-01-2025.
The approval of these 178 new positions marks a crucial step in strengthening the judiciary system in Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh. These newly sanctioned posts will enhance the efficiency and operational capabilities of the High Court. Interested candidates should stay updated on official recruitment announcements and eligibility criteria.
For more details, keep following official notifications from the Jammu and Kashmir High Court and the Department of Law, Justice, and Parliamentary Affairs.
