Patna High Court Technical Assistant Exam Pattern and Syllabus 2026
The notification for the Patna High Court Technical Assistant exam for the year 2026 has been published, detailing topics from Annexure-II, including C Programming, Data Structures, SQL, and Networking, which will be evaluated across various stages such as Preliminary, Written, Skill, and Interview rounds.
Overview
The recruitment process for the Technical Assistant position at Patna High Court (PHC) involves a comprehensive examination that assesses candidates in several key areas of Computer Science. It includes foundational topics such as Programming Basics, Data Structures, Web Technology, Virtualization, Computer Networks, Computer Organization and Architecture, as well as Hardware Installation and Database management.
Applicants will encounter multiple stages in the selection process, which may include a Screening/Preliminary Test (worth 100 marks, if required), a Written Test (200 marks), a Trade/Skill Test (100 marks), and an Interview (30 marks). The cumulative total for the merit list is based on 330 possible marks. Essential areas for preparation encompass C programming, linked lists, SQL, networking protocols, and hands-on hardware installation tasks, with negative marking applicable in the Preliminary stage; all stages must be cleared satisfactorily.
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Exam Pattern
| Stage | Maximum Marks | Minimum Qualifying Marks | Duration | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| [A] Screening/Preliminary Test (MCQ based) [If applicants high] | 100 | 40 | 2 Hours | General Awareness 15, Reasoning 10, English 15, Computer Applications 60; Negative: -1/4 |
| [B] Written Test (MCQ based) | 200 | 80 | 2 Hours | Domain theory; bilingual (English prevails) |
| [C] Trade/Skill Test/Work Proficiency Test | 100 | 40 | 1 Hour | Practical skills |
| [D] Interview | 30 | 9 | -- | Final assessment |
| Total for Merit ([B]+[C]+[D]) | 330 | -- | -- | -- |
Screening/Preliminary Test Details
The Preliminary Test is an MCQ format that will be conducted if the number of applicants exceeds a specific threshold. This test serves to shortlist candidates for the Written Test, with a ratio of ten candidates for each available position. The marks obtained in this stage will not be counted towards the final merit list. The breakdown of the subjects is as follows: General Awareness (15 marks), Reasoning & Quantitative Aptitude (10 marks), General English (15 marks), and Computer Applications (60 marks). Candidates will receive 1 mark for each correct answer, with a penalty of -1/4 for each incorrect response. The exam will be bilingual, except for the English section.
Preliminary Syllabus Breakdown
| Subject | Topics |
|---|---|
| General Awareness | Current events, history, culture, geography, polity, economy, scientific research, Bihar specific topics, sports, awards, government schemes, and environmental science. |
| Reasoning & Quantitative Aptitude | Verbal and non-verbal reasoning (including analogy, series, coding, and syllogism), arithmetic topics (numbers, fractions, percentages, ratios, averages, interests, time/distance/work, mensuration). |
| General English | Vocabulary, grammar, synonyms/antonyms, spotting errors, fill-in-the-blanks, idioms, one-word substitutions, active/passive voice, direct/indirect speech, comprehension, and cloze passages. |
| Computer Applications | Full Annexure-II syllabus (details below). |
Detailed Syllabus (Annexure-II)
The syllabus outlined in Annexure-II is relevant both for the Computer Applications section of the Preliminary exam and the entire Written Test.
1. Programming Fundamentals
This section includes basic programming concepts, algorithm development, an introduction to the programming environment, C programming fundamentals, variables, data types, operators, control structures, functions and parameter passing, arrays and strings, pointers, dynamic memory allocation, and file input/output operations.
2. Data Structure
Key topics include arrays, strings, linked lists (singly, doubly, and circular), stack and queue implementations, binary trees, tree traversal algorithms, AVL trees, graph representation and traversal algorithms.
3. Web Technology & Virtualization
This segment covers the World Wide Web, cloud computing concepts, HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript fundamentals, responsive web design, virtualization aspects, and familiarity with Linux OS.
4. Computer Networks
Topics covered include transmission media, multiplexing, error detection, network hardware devices, IP addressing, routing algorithms, DNS, various network protocols, and system maintenance.
5. Computer Organization and Architecture
This section emphasizes computer architecture, number systems, logic gates, CPU architecture, instruction cycles, memory technologies, and interfacing.
6. Hardware Devices Installation and Database
Focus on installation and configuration of PCs and peripherals, troubleshooting techniques, OS installation, and an overview of databases and DBMS, including SQL basics and database types.
Patna High Court Technical Assistant Syllabus 2026 - FAQ's
What is the Patna High Court Technical Assistant exam pattern 2026?
The exam consists of four stages: Preliminary (100 MCQ, 2 hours if needed), Written (200 MCQ, 2 hours), Skill Test (100 practical, 1 hour), and Interview (30). The total merit is based on 330 marks.
Is there negative marking in PHC Technical Assistant exam?
Yes, there is negative marking only in the Preliminary stage, at a rate of -1/4 for each incorrect answer. No negative marking applies in the Written Test, Skill Test, or Interview.
What are minimum qualifying marks for PHC Technical Assistant stages?
The minimum qualifying marks are 40 out of 100 for the Preliminary, 80 out of 200 for the Written Test, 40 out of 100 for the Skill Test, and 9 out of 30 for the Interview. All stages must be cleared.
Does PHC Technical Assistant syllabus focus on Bihar topics?
Yes, the Preliminary General Awareness section specifically includes topics related to the history, culture, geography, economy, and polity of Bihar.
What covers Computer Applications in PHC Technical Assistant Preliminary?
The Computer Applications section is worth 60 marks and encompasses topics from the Annexure-II, including Programming, Data Structures, Networks, Web/Virtualization, Architecture, and Hardware/Database Management.