Nabarangpur District Court Recruitment 2026: Apply Offline for 15 Junior Clerk, Steno & Typist Posts

Welcome back to LearnOdisha! If you are a graduate looking for a prestigious government job in the Odisha Judiciary system, we have an excellent opportunity for you.

The Office of the District Judge, Nabarangpur has officially published Advertisement No. 01 / Rect./2026 for the recruitment of Group-C posts. Applications are invited from eligible candidates to fill up 15 vacancies for Junior Clerk-cum-Copyist, Stenographer Grade-III, and Junior Typist.

The best part about this recruitment is that there is NO APPLICATION FEE. Eligible candidates can submit their offline application forms via Speed Post or Registered Post on or before the last date, 21st September 2026.

Below, you will find the complete details regarding the vacancy breakdown, eligibility criteria, typing speed requirements, detailed exam syllabus, and the step-by-step application process.

Nabarangpur District Court Recruitment 2026: Quick Overview

Feature Parameter	Official Details
Organization Name	Office of the District Judge, Nabarangpur
Advertisement Number	Advt. No.01 / Rect./2026 (Dated 21.08.2026)
Name of the Posts	Junior Clerk-cum-Copyist, Stenographer Gr-III, Junior Typist
Total Vacancies	15 Posts
Job Category	Group-C District Court Jobs
Application Mode	Offline (Speed Post / Registered Post / In Person)
Application Fee	NIL (Free)
Last Date to Apply	21st September 2026 (by 5:00 PM)

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Category-Wise Vacancy & Salary Breakdown

Here is the exact distribution of the 15 vacancies across different categories, along with their respective Pay Matrix levels as per ORSP Rules, 2017:

Sl. No.	Name of the Posts	UR	ST	SC	SEBC	Total Vacancies	Pay Scale (ORSP 2017)
1	Junior Clerk-cum-Copyist	4	6	–	–	10	Level-4 (Rs. 19,900/- to Rs. 63,200/-)
2	Stenographer Grade-III	1	1	–	1	03	Level-7 (Rs. 25,500/- to Rs. 81,100/-)
3	Junior Typist	–	2	–	–	02	Level-4 (Rs. 19,900/- to Rs. 63,200/-)
TOTAL		5	9	0	1	15 Posts

Eligibility Criteria (Age & Education)

Candidates must fulfill the following mandatory criteria before applying:

1. Educational & Technical Qualifications

• Basic Degree: Must have passed at least a +3 examination (Arts/Science/Commerce) or equivalent from a recognized University.
• Computer Literacy: Must possess at least a Diploma in Computer Application (DCA) from a recognized institute.
• Language: Must be able to speak, read, and write Odia and have passed a test in Odia equivalent to the M.E. standard.

2. Skill Test Requirements (For Steno & Typist)

• For Stenographer Gr-III: Must possess a minimum speed of 80 words per minute in shorthand and 40 words per minute in typewriting (English language through Computer System).
• For Junior Typist: Must possess a minimum speed of 40 words per minute in English Typewriting through a Computer System.

3. Age Limit (As on 21.09.2026)

• Minimum Age: 18 Years
• Maximum Age: 42 Years
• (Note: Upper age relaxation applies to reserved categories as per the State Government rules. The date of birth entered in the High School Certificate will be accepted as final.)

Selection Process & Detailed Exam Pattern

The selection process involves three stages: a Written Test, a Computer Science (Practical) Test, and a Viva-Voce.

A. For Junior Clerk-cum-Copyist

1. Written Test (Part-1): English (100 Marks, 2 Hours), Arithmetic (100 Marks, 1 Hour), General Knowledge (100 Marks, 1 Hour).
2. Computer Practical (Part-2): 100 Marks (1 Hour).
3. Viva-Voce (Part-3): 45 Marks.

B. For Stenographer Grade-III

1. Written Test (Part-1): English (100 Marks, 2 Hours) – Qualifying in nature.
2. Shorthand & Typewriting Test (Part-2): 50 Marks (5 mins dictation + 10 mins typing).
3. Computer Practical (Part-3): 100 Marks (1 Hour).
4. Viva-Voce (Part-4): 35 Marks.

C. For Junior Typist

1. Written Test (Part-1): English (100 Marks, 2 Hours) – Qualifying in nature.
2. Typewriting Test (Part-2): 50 Marks (10 minutes).
3. Computer Practical (Part-3): 100 Marks (1 Hour).
4. Viva-Voce (Part-4): 35 Marks.

Syllabus Note: The English syllabus includes Essay writing (30 marks), Letter/Application writing (20 marks), Odia to English Translation (15 marks), English to Odia Translation (15 marks), and Summary writing (20 marks).

Mandatory Documents Checklist for Application

Do not forget to attach self-attested copies of these documents with your offline form. Ensure you write “Submitted by me” and put your full signature and date on every copy:

1. HSC (10th) Certificate & Mark Sheet.
2. +2 Certificate & Mark Sheet.
3. +3 Certificate & Mark Sheet.
4. Diploma in Computer Application (DCA) Certificate.
5. Odia pass certificate (M.E. Standard).
6. Shorthand / Typewriting Certificate (For Steno/Typist posts only).
7. Two Character Certificates issued by two different Gazetted Officers/Medical Practitioners/Sarpanch.
8. Valid Caste Certificate (For SC/ST/SEBC). Note: SEBC certificate must be issued within the last 3 years.
9. Two self-addressed envelopes, each affixed with a Rs. 60/- postage stamp.
10. Three self-signed recent passport-size photographs.
11. Self-declarations regarding “No criminal antecedent” and “Not more than one spouse living”.

IMPORTANT LINKS

◆ Notification Pdf – Click Here

◆ Official Website – Click Here

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How to Apply Offline for Nabarangpur District Court?

1. Download the Form: Download the official “Form-A” application format attached to the notification.
2. Fill Details: Fill in all the fields in your own handwriting. Mention the exact marks secured (excluding extra optional papers).
3. Prepare the Envelope: Place the filled form and all self-attested documents into an envelope. Clearly write the name of the post in underlined CAPITAL letters on the top of the envelope.
4. Send via Post: Send the application form via Speed Post, Registered Post, or drop it in person during office hours at the following address: OFFICE OF THE DISTRICT JUDGE, NABARANGPUR, ODISHA, PIN-764059
5. Deadline: The application must reach the office by 05:00 PM on 21.09.2026.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1: What is the last date to apply for the Nabarangpur Court Recruitment 2026?

The last date for the receipt of the application is 21st September 2026 (5:00 P.M.).

Q2: Is there any application fee required for these posts?

No. As per the official notification, no examination fee is required to be paid by the candidates.

Q3: Can I apply for more than one post?

Yes, but you must submit separate application forms for each post. Note that the written examination for all posts will be held on the same day, so you may only appear for one post of your choice.

Q4: What is the postage stamp requirement for the return envelopes?

Candidates must submit two self-attested envelopes, each duly stamped for Rs. 60/-, for the dispatch of letters like admit cards via Speed/Registered Post.