Punjab and Haryana High Court Stenographer (English) Recruitment 2025 for Haryana: Apply Now for 419 Vacancies

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Introduction to Punjab and Haryana High Court Stenographer (English) Recruitment 2025

The High Court of Punjab and Haryana, through the Society for Centralized Recruitment of Staff in Subordinate Courts (S.S.S.C.), has announced a significant recruitment drive for the position of Stenographer Grade-III (English). This recruitment aims to fill 419 vacancies in the Subordinate Courts of Haryana. Online applications are invited from eligible candidates starting April 7, 2025, with the closing date set for May 5, 2025. This presents a valuable opportunity for individuals seeking a government job in the judicial sector within Haryana.

Organization Details

  • Hiring Organization: Society for Centralized Recruitment of Staff in Subordinate Courts (S.S.S.C.) under the High Court of Punjab and Haryana.
  • Post Name: Stenographer Grade-III (English).
  • Total Vacancies: 419.
  • Job Location: Subordinate Courts of Haryana. Candidates must be prepared to work anywhere in Haryana as per merit-based posting.

Vacancy Breakdown of Punjab and Haryana High Court Stenographer (English) Recruitment 2025

A total of 419 Stenographer Grade-III (English) posts are available. This includes existing vacancies as of December 31, 2024, and anticipated vacancies up to June 30, 2025. The category-wise distribution is as follows:

CategoryNo. of Posts as on 31.12.2024No. of Anticipated Posts upto 30.06.2025Total
Un-reserved (UR) / General8940129
Scheduled Castes of Haryana (Deprived SC)281442
Scheduled Castes of Haryana (Other SC)191231
Backward Classes (A) of Haryana301545
Backward Classes (B) of Haryana201131
Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD)14 (Lower Limb Disability)317
Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD)11 (Low Vision)314
Ex-servicemen of Haryana (General)221133
Ex-servicemen of Haryana (Deprived SC)729
Ex-servicemen of Haryana (Other SC)000
Ex-servicemen of Haryana (BC-A)7310
Ex-servicemen of Haryana (BC-B)415
Economically Weaker Sections (EWS)361551
Eligible Sports Person of Haryana112
Total288131419

Note: The number of vacancies is subject to change. Reservation benefits are generally applicable only to Haryana domiciles.

Eligibility Criteria for Stenographer (English) in Punjab and Haryana High Court

Candidates must meet the following eligibility requirements as of the application closing date (May 5, 2025):

  • Educational Qualification:
    • A Bachelor’s degree (Arts, Science, or equivalent) from a recognized university.
    • Proficiency in computer operations, specifically Word Processing and Spreadsheets.
    • Passed Matriculation with Hindi or Sanskrit as one subject OR completed +2/B.A./M.A. with Hindi as a subject. Candidates without this Hindi/Sanskrit qualification at the time of application must pass a Matriculation standard Hindi exam within the probation period if selected.
  • Age Limit (as on 01.01.2025):
    • Minimum Age: 18 years for all categories.
    • Maximum Age:
      • General: 42 years.
      • SC/BC (Haryana): 47 years (5-year relaxation).
      • PwBD (Haryana): Up to 52 years (10-year relaxation, plus 5 years if belonging to SC/BC/EWS).
      • Ex-Servicemen (Haryana): Relaxation as per rules (Military service duration + 3 years).
      • In-service Employees: Up to 45 years.
      • Unmarried Women/Widows/Legally Divorced Women etc. (Haryana): 47 years (5-year relaxation).
      • Persons working on Adhoc/Contract etc. in Haryana Govt.: Relaxation equal to completed years of service (up to max 52 years).
    • Note: The maximum age limit, after availing all relaxations (except for Ex-servicemen), cannot exceed 52 years. Age relaxation benefits are primarily for Haryana residents.

Important Dates for Punjab and Haryana High Court Stenographer (English) Recruitment 2025

  • Notification Date: April 5, 2025.
  • Online Application Start Date: April 7, 2025 (11:59 PM).
  • Online Application Closing Date: May 5, 2025 (11:59 PM).
  • Exam Date: To be notified later on the official website (www.sssc.gov.in).

Salary and Benefits

The pay scale, allowances, and other benefits for the selected Stenographer Grade-III candidates will be determined according to the latest rules and instructions issued by the Government of Haryana and adopted by the Subordinate Courts of Haryana. This typically includes basic pay, dearness allowance, house rent allowance, and other perks as applicable to Haryana government employees under the relevant service rules.

Selection Process of Stenographer (English) in Punjab and Haryana High Court

The selection process for the Stenographer Grade-III post involves multiple stages:

  1. Computer Based Test (CBT):
    • Objective type multiple-choice questions (60 questions, 60 marks).
    • Subjects: English Composition and General Knowledge.
    • Duration: 1 hour.
    • No negative marking.
    • Marks may be normalized if the test is conducted in multiple shifts.
    • This test is for shortlisting only; marks will not be counted for the final merit list. Candidates equivalent to three times the vacancies will be shortlisted for the next stage.
  2. English Shorthand & Transcription Test:
    • Dictation speed: 80 words per minute (W.P.M.) in English Shorthand.
    • Transcription speed: 20 W.P.M. on a computer.
    • Qualifying criteria: Candidates committing more than 8% mistakes will be disqualified.
  3. Spreadsheet Test:
    • Qualifying nature only (10 marks, 10 minutes).
    • Minimum qualifying marks: 40% (i.e., 4 marks).
    • Important: Shorthand answer sheets will only be evaluated for candidates who qualify the Spreadsheet Test.
  4. Document Verification / Interaction:
    • Candidates qualifying both the Shorthand and Spreadsheet tests will be called for checking of original documents and interaction.
  5. Final Merit List:
    • Prepared strictly based on merit in the English Shorthand & Transcription Test (fewer mistakes rank higher).
    • Tie-breaking rule: Elder candidate ranks higher; if age is also the same, alphabetical order (A-Z) is used.

How to Apply for Punjab and Haryana High Court Stenographer (English) Recruitment 2025

Eligible candidates must apply online through the official S.S.S.C. website:

  1. Visit the official recruitment portal: www.sssc.gov.in.
  2. Find the link for “Stenographer Grade-III (English) Subordinate Courts of Haryana” Recruitment Notice No. 35S/SSSC/HR/2025.
  3. Complete the initial Registration Form.
  4. Fill out the detailed Application Form accurately. Ensure you have a valid email ID, mobile number, and scanned copies of your photograph (recent, white background) and signature ready. A real-time photograph capture via webcam is also required.
  5. Upload the required documents, including photograph and signature.
  6. Proceed to the payment gateway to pay the application fee online.
  7. Review all details carefully before final submission, as no changes are allowed afterward.
  8. Retain a printout of the submitted application form for future reference.
  9. Apply well before the closing date (May 5, 2025) to avoid last-minute technical issues.

Application Fees

The non-refundable application fee must be paid online:

CategoryOnline Facilitation Charges (Rs.)Examination Fee (Rs.)Total Fee (Rs.)
SC/BC-A/BC-B/ESM/EWS of Haryana (Male & Female)425/-100/-525/-
Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) of Haryana425/-Nil425/-
All other categories (Male)425/-400/-825/-
All other categories (Female)425/-200/-625/-

Note: Applicants from reserved categories of other states must apply under the General category and pay fees accordingly.

Stay Updated

For the latest updates, exam schedules, admit cards, and results, regularly visit the official S.S.S.C. website.

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