MP High Court Senior Computer Programmer Assistant 2026: Eligibility, Salary & Selection Guide
The High Court of Madhya Pradesh, Jabalpur has released a notification for the post of Senior Computer Programmer Assistant (SCPA), offering a total of 130 vacancies in the District Courts of Madhya Pradesh. This is a wonderful chance for IT professionals already serving the state judiciary to move into a permanent, well-paid technical role. After selection, candidates draw a 7th Pay Commission scale of ₹36,200 – ₹1,14,800, along with the stability and respect of a High Court appointment.
Please note one important point up front: this is an in-service recruitment, meaning it is open only to existing employees of the MP High Court and District Courts who work in the IT domain (regular or outsourced). If that is you, this is a great step forward. The application window runs from 20 July 2026 and the form must reach the High Court by 10 August 2026. In this guide by GovtJobsAlert.in, we cover the full eligibility, salary, and selection details. For more Madhya Pradesh government jobs, keep reading.
Key Highlights — MP High Court SCPA Recruitment 2026
The High Court of Madhya Pradesh is filling these Senior Computer Programmer Assistant posts through a one-time-measure suitability test for its own IT-domain staff. It is a Madhya Pradesh State Government judicial cadre role. Here are the key points to know before you apply.
- Post Name: Senior Computer Programmer Assistant (SCPA)
- Total Vacancies: 130 posts
- Salary / Pay Scale: ₹36,200 – ₹1,14,800 (7th Pay Commission)
- Job Location: District Courts across Madhya Pradesh
- Application Start Date: 20 July 2026
- Last Date (form must reach): 10 August 2026
MP High Court SCPA Vacancy Breakdown 2026
The 130 posts are distributed across categories as shown below. Women (3 posts) and Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (8 posts) reservations are horizontal, meaning they are adjusted within the totals below.
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR) | 85 |
| OBC | 3 |
| SC | 21 |
| ST | 21 |
| Total | 130 |
Eligibility Criteria — MP High Court SCPA 2026
Read every condition carefully, because this recruitment has a special in-service eligibility rule.
Educational Qualification
- B.E. / B.Tech. / B.Sc. in Computer Science, IT, or Electronics & Telecommunication; OR B.C.A.; OR M.C.A.; OR M.Sc. (Electronics / Computer Science / IT).
- Along with the degree, at least 1 year of experience working on Linux, Open Source Software, Windows, DBMS, or Software development.
If you are a computer and IT background candidate, you will find the technical requirements familiar.
Experience Required
This is the most important rule: candidates must have at least 2 years of work experience in a District Court Establishment or the High Court of Madhya Pradesh. The recruitment is restricted to serving IT-domain employees (regular or outsourced) of these courts — it is not open to the general public. If you are not currently working with the MP judiciary in the IT domain, you are not eligible for this particular notification.
Age Limit
The maximum age is 45 years for Unreserved candidates and 50 years for OBC, SC, ST, PwBD, and women (reserved or unreserved), reckoned as on 1 January 2026.
| Category | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR) | 45 years |
| OBC, SC, ST, PwBD | 50 years |
| Women (all categories) | 50 years |
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What is the Salary for MP High Court SCPA 2026?
The Senior Computer Programmer Assistant post carries an attractive government pay package. The role is placed in the 7th Pay Commission structure, which ensures regular increments and allowances.
- Pay Scale (7th CPC): ₹36,200 – ₹1,14,800
- Equivalent 6th CPC: ₹9,300 – ₹34,800 + Grade Pay ₹3,600
- Dearness Allowance (DA): as per current Madhya Pradesh government rates
- Other Allowances: HRA and other admissible allowances
With basic pay plus DA and other allowances, the total monthly in-hand salary is comfortable and rises steadily with each increment.
Being a High Court appointment, the post also brings strong job security, pension benefits, and a respected place within the state judiciary.
What is the Selection Process for MP High Court SCPA 2026?
The High Court of Madhya Pradesh will select candidates through a multi-stage process. Understanding each stage helps you prepare in the right direction. You can review the exam pattern and syllabus to guide your revision.
Stage 1: Preliminary Screening Examination
This is an objective MCQ test of 100 questions (100 marks) over 2 hours, used only for screening. Candidates are shortlisted in each category in a 1:3 ratio against the posts. There is no negative marking mentioned.
Stage 2: Practical, Interview & Past Performance
The final merit is based on a Practical Examination (25 marks), an Interview (15 marks), and a Past Performance Appraisal (10 marks) from the last two years’ service records. A minimum of 40% in the aggregate is required to be declared successful.
How to Apply for MP High Court SCPA 2026?
This recruitment uses an offline (postal) application process. Keep your certificates and photographs ready, then follow these steps.
- Download the application form from the official MP High Court website (link in the Essential Links section below).
- Fill the form in English block letters and sign it.
- Attach two passport-size photographs and self-attested copies of your DOB proof, domicile, caste certificate (if applicable), and all mark sheets and degrees.
- Attach the NOC from your competent authority if required.
- Place the form and documents in an envelope labelled for the SCPA post.
- Send it by post or by hand to the Registrar (Exam), Examination Section, High Court of Madhya Pradesh, Jabalpur, so that it reaches by 10 August 2026.
MP High Court SCPA 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Released | 17 July 2026 |
| Application Starts | 20 July 2026 |
| Last Date (form must reach) | 10 August 2026 |
| Exam Date | To be announced |
MP High Court SCPA 2026 Application Fees
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| All Categories | No Fee (Nil) |
There is no examination fee for this recruitment — no fee is charged from any candidate for appearing in the exam.
Essential Links — MP High Court SCPA 2026
- Download Official Notification & Application Form PDF
- Visit High Court of Madhya Pradesh Official Website
- Join WhatsApp Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Telegram Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Madhya Pradesh Government Jobs Telegram Channel
If you are a serving IT-domain employee of the Madhya Pradesh judiciary, this is a valuable chance to secure a permanent Senior Computer Programmer Assistant post — so prepare your documents and apply before 10 August 2026. Don’t wait until the last moment. For more Madhya Pradesh government job updates and exam alerts, keep visiting GovtJobsAlert.in regularly.