Mphc srf Recruitment
Official recruitment notice issued by Mphc for the post of Srf. Review verified pay structure, eligibility, vacancies, and application guidelines.
Key Recruitment Specifications
Category-Wise Vacancy Reservation
| UR | Total |
|---|---|
| 1 | 1 |
Essential Educational Qualification
B.Tech / B.E (Engineering). Candidates must ensure all certificates are verified prior to the cutoff date.
Selection Methodology
Physical Endurance Test (PET/PST).
Frequently Asked Questions
| Cadre Designation | Vacancies | Pay Level | Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Government Post / | 1 | Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 | 2020-10-15 |
| Consultant | 1 | Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 | 2026-07-09 |
| Consultant | 40 | Level-8 (Rs. 47,600 | 2026-08-14 |
| Government Post / | 1 | Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 | 2026-08-14 |
| Procurement Scope | Est. Value | EMD Amount | Closing Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tender Notice - Mphc (Tender: General Governm | Refer Tender Notic | 2% Statutory EMD | Refer RFP Sched |
| Tender Notice - Mphc (Tender: IT / Software / | Refer Tender Notic | Rs. 140,717 | Refer RFP Sched |
Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap
Access the official MPHC recruitment portal (mphc.gov.in), select the active recruitment link for Senior Research Fellow, and complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) to generate unique login credentials.
Log in with credentials to fill out the detailed application form, providing accurate personal, academic, and professional legal experience details as per the matriculation and degree certificates.
Upload scanned copies of essential documents, including the LLB/LLM degree, consolidated marksheets, passport-sized photograph, signature, and category certificates in the prescribed JPEG/PDF formats and sizes.
Pay the requisite application and portal fees online using integrated payment gateways (Net Banking, Credit/Debit Cards, or UPI) and download the system-generated fee receipt.
Submit the finalized application form, download the confirmation page for future reference, and regularly monitor the portal for the release of the e-Admit Card.
Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework
The candidate evaluation matrix for Mphc srf Recruitment is governed by standardized testing protocols designed to assess core competency, analytical reasoning, and specialized domain knowledge.
| Selection Phase / Exam Paper | Weightage & Duration | Core Syllabus Scope & Evaluation Focus |
|---|---|---|
| Stage 1: Online Screening Test | 100 Marks / 120 Minutes | Constitutional Law of India, Code of Civil Procedure, Code of Criminal Procedure, Indian Penal Code, Indian Evidence Act, Limitation Act, and General English. |
| Stage 2: Subjective Legal Writing and Research Assessment | 100 Marks / 180 Minutes | Drafting of legal briefs, case law analysis, synthesis of judgments, essay writing on contemporary socio-legal issues, and research methodology principles. |
| Stage 3: Personal Interview and Viva-Voce | 30 Marks / 20 Minutes | Evaluation of legal acumen, communication skills, knowledge of recent landmark Supreme Court and High Court judgments, and suitability for judicial research assistance. |
| Stage 4: Document Verification and Medical Examination | Qualifying / Non-Graded | Verification of original academic transcripts, character certificates, reservation credentials, and fitness certification by an authorized Government Medical Board. |
7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure
The Madhya Pradesh High Court (MPHC) Senior Research Fellow (SRF) position is aligned with Level 10 of the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Pay Matrix, featuring an entry basic pay of Rs. 56,100. With the current Dearness Allowance (DA) at 53% (amounting to Rs. 29,733), the compensation is highly competitive. House Rent Allowance (HRA) varies by city classification: Class X (27% / Rs. 15,147), Class Y (18% / Rs. 10,098), and Class Z (9% / Rs. 5,049). Transport Allowance (TA) is structured at Rs. 7,200 + DA for higher cities, totaling approximately Rs. 11,016. Consequently, the Gross Monthly Salary for a Class Y city (such as Jabalpur, Indore, or Gwalior) stands at approximately Rs. 1,02,000. After statutory deductions including National Pension System (NPS) contribution of 10% of (Basic + DA) amounting to Rs. 8,583 and Professional Tax, the estimated net in-hand monthly salary is approximately Rs. 92,000.
Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines
The recruitment strictly adheres to the Madhya Pradesh Civil Services (Reservation) Rules and relevant DoPT OM guidelines. Vertical reservation allocates 10% of posts to Economically Weaker Sections (EWS). Age relaxations are granted as follows: 5 years for Scheduled Castes (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (ST), and 3 years for Other Backward Classes (OBC - Non-Creamy Layer). Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) receive a 10-year age relaxation. Horizontal reservation for women candidates is implemented as per state policy, alongside substantial concessions in application and portal processing fees for reserved category candidates residing in Madhya Pradesh.
Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Mphc srf Recruitment
Candidates must secure a minimum of 50% marks (45% for reserved categories) in the online screening test to be shortlisted for the subjective legal writing assessment.
Yes, if the screening test is conducted across multiple shifts, a standard percentile-based normalization method is utilized to ensure equity across different difficulty levels.
Yes, selected candidates must execute a service bond or undertaking to serve for a minimum period of one year, failing which they must refund specified training or salary amounts.
The position is initially on a contractual or temporary basis for one year, extendable up to two years based on performance evaluations and administrative requirements.
No, the subjective legal writing and research assessment is closed-book, and candidates are evaluated on their retention, analytical skills, and structured legal reasoning.
Selected candidates will be posted at the Principal Seat of the High Court of Madhya Pradesh in Jabalpur, or its Benches at Indore and Gwalior.