The High Court of Judicature at Allahabad (Prayagraj) has released the **Exam City Details for Private Secretary Grade-I** on 6 November 2026 on the official website allahabadhighcourt.in. Candidates who applied under Advt No. 01/Private Secretary Grade-I/2026 dated 12 March 2026 can now check their allotted exam city through the City Intimation Slip. The **Stage-I Examination will be held on 17 November 2026**, conducted by Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), in 10 cities of Uttar Pradesh. The recruitment covers **195 Private Secretary Grade-I posts**, and the online application window of 12 March–1 April 2026 is closed. Candidates should check their city slip now and plan their travel in advance, because the exam is less than two weeks away.
The City Intimation Slip tells the candidate the exam city only — it is not the admit card. The admit card, with the exact exam centre address, reporting time and shift, is a separate document, and its release date is to be notified. The 10 exam cities are Agra, Moradabad, Bareilly, Meerut, Gorakhpur, Noida, Kanpur, Prayagraj, Lucknow and Varanasi. Candidates must read the Public Notice dated 6 November 2026 and the original advertisement for eligibility, selection process and all other information.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement (Advt No. 01/Private Secretary Grade-I/2026) | 12 March 2026 |
| Online application start | 12 March 2026 |
| Last date to apply | 01 April 2026 |
| Exam City Details released | 06 November 2026 |
| Stage-I Examination | 17 November 2026 |
| Admit Card | To be notified |
| Stage-II / Stage-III Examination | To be notified |
Application Fee
No fee is payable at the exam city stage. The City Intimation Slip is checked free of cost through the official website. The application fee for this recruitment was paid at the time of applying, during the application window of 12 March–1 April 2026, which is now closed.
Vacancy Details
The recruitment under Advt No. 01/Private Secretary Grade-I/2026 is for Private Secretary Grade-I posts in the High Court of Judicature at Allahabad. The total number of posts is 195.
| Post Name | Vacancies | Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| Private Secretary Grade-I | 195 | Bachelor’s Degree + English Shorthand 100 wpm + Typing 40 wpm + Computer Knowledge |
| Total | 195 |
The category-wise distribution of the 195 posts is given in the official advertisement on allahabadhighcourt.in. The application window is closed; no new applications are being accepted.
Eligibility Criteria
As per the March 2026 advertisement, candidates for Private Secretary Grade-I must hold a Bachelor’s Degree from a recognised university, together with English Shorthand at 100 words per minute, Typing at 40 words per minute, and Computer Knowledge. The shorthand and typing speeds are tested in the selection process, so candidates should confirm the exact test standards in the official advertisement and the Stage-I notice. Eligibility was verified at the time of application; only candidates who applied during the 12 March–1 April 2026 window can check the exam city slip.
Age Limit
The age limit for Private Secretary Grade-I is 21 to 35 years as on 01 July 2026.
| Category | Age Limit (as on 01/07/2026) |
|---|---|
| Minimum age | 21 years |
| Maximum age | 35 years |
Age relaxation, if any, applies as per the official advertisement and the rules of the High Court of Judicature at Allahabad. The age limit was fixed in the March 2026 advertisement and verified during the application window.
Salary / Pay Scale
The pay scale for Private Secretary Grade-I in the Allahabad High Court is as per the official advertisement and the pay rules of the High Court. Pay level, pay matrix range and allowances are fixed in the official notification — candidates should check the advertisement on allahabadhighcourt.in for the exact figures.
Selection Process
The selection for Private Secretary Grade-I is carried out through a three-stage Computer Based Test, followed by further stages as per the official notice.
- Stage-I Examination — Computer Based Test, 17 November 2026, conducted by Tata Consultancy Services (TCS)
- Stage-II Examination — Computer Based Test, date to be notified
- Stage-III Examination — Computer Based Test, date to be notified
- Further stages — as per the official notice
The Stage-I examination is the first step. Candidates who qualify in Stage-I will be called for the later stages. The shorthand and typing skills required for the post are tested during the selection process as per the official notice.
Exam Pattern
The Stage-I Examination on 17 November 2026 is a Computer Based Test conducted by Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) in 10 cities of Uttar Pradesh: Agra, Moradabad, Bareilly, Meerut, Gorakhpur, Noida, Kanpur, Prayagraj, Lucknow and Varanasi. The paper composition, number of questions, marks, duration and marking scheme for Stage-I, and the pattern of the Stage-II and Stage-III examinations, are given in the official notice and the advertisement on allahabadhighcourt.in — candidates must read them before the exam. The City Intimation Slip shows the allotted exam city only; the exact exam centre address, reporting time and shift will be printed on the admit card when it is released.
Documents Required
Candidates appearing for the Stage-I Examination on 17 November 2026 should keep the following ready:
- Printed Admit Card (when released — the City Intimation Slip alone is not the admit card)
- Printed copy of the City Intimation Slip for reference
- Original valid photo ID proof (Aadhaar, PAN, Passport, Driving Licence or Voter ID)
- A photocopy of the photo ID proof
- Two recent passport-size photographs, if the instructions on the admit card ask for them
Carry the printed admit card and an original valid photo ID proof to the exam centre. Entry can be refused without them, and candidates who arrive after the reporting time printed on the admit card will not be allowed in.
How to Apply (How to Check Exam City)
- Go to the official website of the High Court of Judicature at Allahabad at https://www.allahabadhighcourt.in.
- Find the link for the Private Secretary Grade-I Exam City Details / City Intimation Slip (Public Notice dated 6 November 2026) on the homepage.
- Enter your registration details as asked on the portal and submit.
- Your allotted exam city will display on the screen — check it carefully and note the city name.
- Download and save the City Intimation Slip for your records.
- Keep checking the official website for the admit card release, which will carry the exact exam centre, reporting time and shift.
- Plan your travel to the allotted city in advance — the exam is on 17 November 2026.
Interested candidates can read the full notification before applying.
Some Useful Important Links
| Check Exam City Details | Click Here |
| Examination Portal | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
FAQs
Q1. When were the Allahabad High Court Private Secretary exam city details released?
The Exam City Details for Private Secretary Grade-I were released on 6 November 2026 by Public Notice dated 6 November 2026 on allahabadhighcourt.in.
Q2. What is the Allahabad HC Private Secretary Stage-I exam date 2026?
The Stage-I Examination will be held on 17 November 2026, conducted by Tata Consultancy Services (TCS).
Q3. In which cities will the exam be held?
The exam will be held in 10 cities of Uttar Pradesh: Agra, Moradabad, Bareilly, Meerut, Gorakhpur, Noida, Kanpur, Prayagraj, Lucknow and Varanasi.
Q4. Is the City Intimation Slip the same as the admit card?
No. The City Intimation Slip shows only the allotted exam city. The admit card, with the exact exam centre address, reporting time and shift, is a separate document and its release date is to be notified.
Q5. How many posts are there in Allahabad HC Private Secretary Grade-I Recruitment 2026?
There are 195 Private Secretary Grade-I posts under Advt No. 01/Private Secretary Grade-I/2026 dated 12 March 2026.
Q6. What is the eligibility for Private Secretary Grade-I?
A Bachelor’s Degree with English Shorthand at 100 words per minute, Typing at 40 words per minute, and Computer Knowledge; age 21–35 years as on 01 July 2026.
Q7. How can I check my exam city?
Visit allahabadhighcourt.in, open the Private Secretary Grade-I Exam City Details link (Public Notice dated 6 November 2026), enter your registration details and download the City Intimation Slip.
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Sources: High Court of Judicature at Allahabad, Public Notice dated 6 November 2026, Advt No. 01/Private Secretary Grade-I/2026 dated 12 March 2026; allahabadhighcourt.in; sarkariexam (6 November 2026); govtjobguru (6 November 2026); aiexamresult.
We wish all candidates the best for their application.
How to download the admit card?
Open the official admit card link given in this post and sign in with the details asked for in this post, such as your application number and date of birth. Download the admit card from allahabadhighcourt.in, print it, and carry it with a valid photo identity proof to the exam centre.
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