The High Court of Orissa, Cuttack, has released a fresh employment notification for 2026. Through Advertisement No. 06/2026 (Dated: 11.11.2026), the court invites online applications from eligible graduates for the recruitment of 33 Junior Stenographer (Group-‘C’) positions in the Court’s Establishment.
This is a highly sought-after Group-C administrative job offering a lucrative Pay Matrix Level-7 salary (starting basic pay of ₹25,500/-).
The online application portal will remain open from 13th November 2026 (10:00 AM) to 07th December 2026 (11:59 PM) on the official website www.orissahighcourt.nic.in.
Below is a complete breakdown of the vacancy distribution, eligibility criteria, required typing speeds, examination syllabus, and step-by-step application instructions for the Odisha High Court Junior Stenographer Recruitment 2026.
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Odisha High Court Junior Stenographer Recruitment 2026: Key Overview
| Recruitment Parameter | Official Details |
| Organization Name | High Court of Orissa, Cuttack |
| Advertisement Number | Advt. No. 06/2026 (Dated: 11.11.2026) |
| Name of the Post | Junior Stenographer (Group-‘C’) |
| Total Vacancies | 33 Posts |
| Scale of Pay | Level 7 (₹25,500 – ₹81,100/-) under ORSP Rules, 2017 |
| Minimum Qualification | Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline |
| Age Limit | 21 to 42 Years (as on 12.11.2026) |
| Application Mode | Online Mode Only |
| Online Application Start Date | 13.11.2026 (10:00 AM) |
| Online Application End Date | 07.12.2026 (11:59 PM) |
Category-Wise Vacancy Breakdown (33 Posts)
The 33 Junior Stenographer vacancies are distributed across categories with specific reservations for women candidates:
| Category | Total Vacancies | Reserved for Women (W) |
| Unreserved (UR) | 11 | 04 |
| SEBC | 01 | 00 |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 12 | 04 |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 09 | 03 |
| TOTAL | 33 Posts | 11 Posts |
Note on Horizontal Reservation: Within the above total, 2 posts are reserved for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBDs) and 2 posts for Ex-Servicemen.
Eligibility Criteria
1. Age Limit (As on 12.11.2026)
- Minimum Age: 21 Years
- Maximum Age: 42 Years (Candidate must have been born between 12.11.1984 and 11.11.2005).
Age Relaxations:
- SC, ST, SEBC (Non-Creamy Layer) & Women: 5 Years
- PwBD (40% to 50% permanent disability): 10 Years
- PwBD belonging to SC/ST/SEBC: 15 Years
- Ex-Servicemen: As per standard State Government rules.
2. Educational & Technical Qualifications
- Degree: A Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline from a recognized University.
- Computer Knowledge: Must possess adequate knowledge in Computer Applications.
- Typing & Shorthand Speed: Candidates must have a certificate from a recognized institute proving a minimum speed of 80 words per minute in shorthand and 40 words per minute in typewriting.
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Examination Fee
- Unreserved & SEBC Candidates: ₹500/- (Rupees Five Hundred Only) payable online via Debit Card, Credit Card, UPI, or Net Banking.
- SC, ST, & PwBD Candidates: Exempted (NIL fee).
(Note: The application fee is non-refundable and non-adjustable).
Three-Stage Selection Process & Examination Syllabus
The recruitment process consists of a Qualifying English Test, a Computer Application Test, and a final Skill Test.
Stage 1: Qualifying Test in English Subject (100 Marks, 1.5 Hours)
- Essay in English: 20 Marks
- Translation of a passage from Odia to English: 20 Marks
- Re-translation of a passage from English to Odia: 20 Marks
- Knowledge of English Grammar: 40 Marks
- Qualifying Marks: 35% for UR/SEBC and 30% for SC/ST candidates.
Stage 2: Computer Application Test (100 Marks, 1 Hour)
- Theory (50 Marks / 30 Minutes): Basic computer knowledge.
- Skill Test (50 Marks / 30 Minutes): Practical testing in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), MS Access, Internet Operation, and File Uploading/Downloading.
- Qualifying Marks: A candidate must secure a minimum of 50% in this test to qualify for the next stage.
Stage 3: Skill Test (Shorthand & Typewriting) – 100 Marks
- Dictation: An English passage of 400 words dictated at 80 words per minute (5 Minutes).
- Transcription: Typing the dictated passage on a computer at 40 words per minute (10 Minutes).
- Evaluation Rule: 0.25 marks are awarded per correct word. A maximum of 10% mistakes/omissions are allowed; mistakes exceeding 10% will result in outright disqualification.
(The final merit list will be prepared based purely on the marks secured in the Stage 3 Skill Test).
Mandatory Documents for Online Upload
Keep scanned copies of the following documents ready before applying online:
- HSC (10th) Certificate or equivalent (Proof of Age).
- Bachelor’s Degree Certificate.
- Certificate showing adequate knowledge in Computer Application.
- Certificate showing a minimum speed of 80 wpm in shorthand and 40 wpm in typewriting.
- Certificate of Good Character (issued by the last attended institution or two persons of repute, one being a Gazetted Officer).
- Recent passport-size photograph (clear, properly oriented).
- Full signature (on a white background).
- Aadhaar Card.
- Caste Certificate (for SC/ST/SEBC claims; SEBC must not be older than 3 years).
- Discharge Certificate (for Ex-Servicemen) or Disability Certificate (for PwBD).
- Gazette Notification (if claiming a name/surname change).
How to Apply Online (Step-by-Step)
- Visit the Official Portal: Go to the official Orissa High Court website at
www.orissahighcourt.nic.in. - Navigate to Recruitment: Click on Recruitment Corner $\rightarrow$ Examination Portal $\rightarrow$ “Recruitment to the posts of Junior Stenographer (Advertisement No. 06 of 2026)”.
- Fill the Form: Complete all personal, educational, and technical details carefully. Ensure that your community/caste status is correct, as it cannot be changed later.
- Upload Documents: Upload all required scanned documents, your photograph, and your signature in the specified sizes.
- Pay the Fee: Make the ₹500/- fee payment (if applicable) through the integrated online payment gateway.
- Submit & Print: Submit the application and take a printout of the final submitted Online Application Form for future use during document verification.
Important Dates to Remember
| Milestone Activity | Scheduled Date & Time |
| Notification Issue Date | 11.11.2026 |
| Start Date of Online Application | 13.11.2026 (from 10:00 AM) |
| Last Date of Online Application & Fee Payment | 07.12.2026 (till 11:59 PM) |
| Download E-Admit Card & Exam Date | To be notified on the High Court website |
(For any technical assistance during form filling, contact the Recruitment Cell at 9437498780 or ohcrecruitment1948@gmail.com on working days between 10:30 AM to 05:00 PM).
IMPORTANT LINKS
◆ Notification Pdf for Junior Stenographer – Click Here
◆ Apply Online Link – Click Here
◆ Official Website – Click Here
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1: What is the last date to apply for the Odisha High Court Junior Stenographer Recruitment 2026?
The online application portal closes on 07th December 2026 at 11:59 PM.
Q2: What typing speed is required for the Junior Stenographer post?
Candidates must possess a certificate proving a minimum speed of 80 words per minute in shorthand and 40 words per minute in typewriting.
Q3: Can candidates from other states apply for this post?
While the notification does not explicitly bar out-of-state candidates, they must be able to translate from Odia to English and English to Odia in the Stage-1 Qualifying Test. Furthermore, only candidates belonging to reserved categories of Odisha origin can claim age relaxation or fee exemptions.
Q4: Will the marks secured in the English and Computer tests be added to the final merit list?
No. Both the English Subject Test and the Computer Application Test are strictly qualifying in nature. The final merit list will be drawn exclusively on the basis of marks secured in the Skill Test (Shorthand and Typewriting).
