Orissa High Court Junior Stenographer Recruitment 2026 Notification Out for 33 Posts, Apply Online from 13 November
The High Court of Orissa, Cuttack, has released Advertisement No. 06/2026 for the recruitment of Junior Stenographers (Group-C) in the Court's Establishment. The advertisement is dated 11 November 2026, and there are 33 vacancies, out of which 11 are reserved for women. The post is in Level 7 of the Pay Matrix under the ORSP Rules, 2017, with a pay scale of ₹25,500 – ₹81,100 plus Dearness and other allowances.
Online applications will be accepted on orissahighcourt.nic.in from 10:00 am on 13 November to 11:59 pm on 7 December 2026. Graduates in any discipline with a shorthand speed of 80 words per minute, a typing speed of 40 words per minute and knowledge of computer applications can apply. Selection will be through a qualifying English test, a qualifying Computer Application Test and a shorthand and typewriting skill test. The English test includes translation between Odia and English, so knowledge of Odia is needed. This article covers the vacancy, eligibility, age limit, fee, exam pattern and how to apply. You can find more court and state government openings on our latest government jobs page.
Quick summary:
➤ Recruiting body: High Court of Orissa, Cuttack
➤ Post: Junior Stenographer (Group-C)
➤ Advertisement No.: 06/2026 dated 11.11.2026
➤ Total vacancies: 33 (Women: 11)
➤ Pay scale: ₹25,500 – ₹81,100 (Level 7, ORSP Rules 2017)
➤ Apply online: 13 November to 7 December 2026
➤ Age limit: 21–42 years as on 12.11.2026
➤ Qualification: Graduation + Shorthand 80 wpm + Typing 40 wpm + Computer knowledge
➤ Fee: ₹500 (SC / ST / PwBD exempted)
➤ Selection: English Test + Computer Test + Skill Test
➤ Website: orissahighcourt.nic.in
Orissa High Court Junior Stenographer Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Body | High Court of Orissa, Cuttack |
| Advertisement No. | 06/2026 dated 11.11.2026 |
| Post Name | Junior Stenographer (Group-C) |
| Total Vacancies | 33 (including 11 for women) |
| Pay Scale | ₹25,500 – ₹81,100 in Level 7 of the Pay Matrix (ORSP Rules, 2017) + DA and other allowances |
| Recruitment Rules | High Court of Orissa (Appointment of Staff and Conditions of Service) Rules, 2019 |
| Selection Process | Qualifying English Test, Computer Application Test (qualifying) and Skill Test |
| Application Fee | ₹500 (SC / ST / PwBD exempted) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | orissahighcourt.nic.in |
Orissa High Court Junior Stenographer 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement Date | 11 November 2026 |
| Online Application Starts | 13 November 2026 (10:00 am) |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 7 December 2026 (11:59 pm) |
| Age Cut-off Date | 12 November 2026 |
| Exam Dates | To be announced on the High Court website |
| e-Admit Card | To be announced on the High Court website |
Orissa High Court Junior Stenographer Vacancy 2026
| Category | Total (Women) |
|---|---|
| UR | 11 (W-04) |
| SEBC | 01 |
| ST | 12 (W-04) |
| SC | 09 (W-03) |
| Total | 33 (W-11) |
Out of the 33 posts, 2 are for PwBD candidates and 2 for Ex-Servicemen. If women's posts in a category remain unfilled, they will go to male candidates of the same category. SC and ST reservations will not be exchanged, and the number of vacancies may change at the discretion of the Court.
Orissa High Court Junior Stenographer Eligibility 2026
Educational Qualification
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Degree | Bachelor's Degree in any discipline from a recognised University |
| Shorthand | Minimum speed of 80 words per minute |
| Typewriting | Minimum speed of 40 words per minute |
| Computer | Adequate knowledge of Computer Application |
Candidates must upload a certificate from a recognised institute showing 80 wpm shorthand and 40 wpm typing speed, along with a certificate showing computer knowledge. Graduates with typing skills who do not know shorthand can look at the Delhi University Assistant recruitment 2026.
Age Limit
Candidates must be above 21 years and not more than 42 years of age as on 12 November 2026. In other words, they must be born between 12 November 1984 and 11 November 2005. The upper age limit is relaxed as follows:
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC / ST / SEBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 5 years |
| Women | 5 years |
| PwBD (40% to 50% disability) | 10 years |
| PwBD belonging to SC / ST / SEBC | 15 years (cumulative) |
| Ex-Servicemen | As per State Government rules |
A candidate who falls under more than one category will get only one relaxation, whichever is most beneficial. The name and date of birth must match the High School Certificate / 10th Board certificate.
Orissa High Court Junior Stenographer Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| UR / SEBC / Others | ₹500 |
| SC / ST / PwBD | Exempted (at their option) |
The fee must be paid online by Debit Card, Credit Card, UPI or Net Banking. It is non-refundable and non-adjustable.
Orissa High Court Junior Stenographer Exam Pattern 2026
Stage 1: Qualifying Test in English (100 marks, 1.5 hours)
| Section | Marks |
|---|---|
| Essay in English | 20 |
| Translation of a passage from Odia to English | 20 |
| Re-translation of a passage from English to Odia | 20 |
| Knowledge of English Grammar | 40 |
| Total | 100 |
General candidates need at least 35% and SC / ST candidates at least 30% to qualify for the Computer Application Test.
Stage 2: Computer Application Test (Qualifying, 100 marks)
| Part | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Theory | 50 | 30 minutes |
| Skill Test (MS Office – Word, Excel & PowerPoint, MS Access, Internet operation, file uploading and downloading) | 50 | 30 minutes |
Candidates need at least 50% in the Computer Application Test to be called for the Skill Test.
Stage 3: Shorthand and Typewriting Skill Test (100 marks)
- An English passage of 400 words will be dictated at 80 words per minute (5 minutes).
- The passage must be transcribed on a computer at 40 words per minute (10 minutes).
- 0.25 marks will be given for each correct word.
- Mistakes and / or omissions above 10% of the total words will lead to disqualification. Wrong spelling, substitution, overlapping of words and wrong punctuation are counted as mistakes.
The final merit list will be prepared on the basis of the Skill Test marks. Exam centres for each stage will be announced on the website and in the e-Admit Card, and requests to change the centre will not be accepted. You can follow call letter updates for other exams on our admit card updates page.
How to Apply for Orissa High Court Junior Stenographer Recruitment 2026
- Visit orissahighcourt.nic.in from 10:00 am on 13 November 2026.
- Go to Recruitment Corner, then Examination Portal, then "Recruitment to the posts of Junior Stenographer (Advertisement No. 06 of 2026)".
- Read the advertisement and the "Instructions to Candidates" carefully.
- Fill in the online form and upload your 10th certificate, graduation certificate, shorthand and typing speed certificate, computer certificate, character certificate, photograph, signature, Aadhaar card and category / PwBD / Ex-Servicemen certificates, if applicable.
- Pay the fee of ₹500 online, if applicable.
- Submit the form by 11:59 pm on 7 December 2026 and keep a printout.
If a candidate submits more than one application, only the latest one with the higher Acknowledgement Number will be considered. Government employees must inform their Head of Office in writing and produce an NOC when asked. For help, contact the Recruitment Cell at 9437498780 or ohcrecruitment1948@gmail.com on working days between 10:30 am and 5:00 pm. Results of other exams are posted in our sarkari result section.
Orissa High Court Junior Stenographer 2026 for West Bengal Candidates
The advertisement is open to citizens of India and does not mention any Odisha domicile condition, so West Bengal graduates with 80 wpm shorthand and 40 wpm typing can apply. However, the English test has 40 marks of translation between Odia and English, so candidates from Bengal will need a good working knowledge of Odia to clear it.
Reservation follows Odisha's categories. The advertisement clearly says that an OBC certificate will not be accepted in place of an SEBC certificate, and an SEBC certificate more than 3 years old may be rejected. So a West Bengal OBC certificate will not get SEBC benefits. The advertisement does not name the exam centres, and no TA / DA will be paid, so be ready to travel to Odisha for each stage. Shorthand candidates can also check the SCL Junior Personal Assistant vacancy with a Kolkata CBT centre.
Orissa High Court Junior Stenographer Recruitment 2026 FAQs
Q1. How many vacancies are there in Orissa High Court Junior Stenographer Recruitment 2026?
There are 33 vacancies, including 11 for women.
Q2. What is the last date to apply?
The last date to apply online is 7 December 2026 (11:59 pm).
Q3. What is the salary of an Orissa High Court Junior Stenographer?
The pay scale is ₹25,500 – ₹81,100 in Level 7 of the Pay Matrix under the ORSP Rules, 2017, plus DA and other allowances.
Q4. What is the age limit?
21 to 42 years as on 12 November 2026, with relaxation for SC, ST, SEBC, women, PwBD and Ex-Servicemen.
Q5. What shorthand speed is required?
80 words per minute in shorthand and 40 words per minute in typewriting.
Q6. Is Odia compulsory for the Junior Stenographer exam?
Yes. The qualifying English test includes translation from Odia to English and from English to Odia.
Q7. What is the application fee?
₹500. SC, ST and PwBD candidates are exempted.
Orissa High Court Junior Stenographer Recruitment 2026 Important Links
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online (from 13.11.2026) | orissahighcourt.nic.in |
| Official Advertisement No. 06/2026 | Download PDF |
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