HP High Court Stenographer Recruitment 2025: Notification Released for 52 Posts
The High Court of Himachal Pradesh has released an official notification inviting online applications for the recruitment of Stenographer Grade-III positions within the District Judiciary establishment of the state. A total of 52 vacancies are available under Advertisement Notice No. DJ-Steno./2025 (1), dated April 11, 2025. Interested and eligible candidates can apply online through the official recruitment portal from April 16, 2025, until the closing date of May 16, 2025.
This recruitment drive offers a significant opportunity for graduates seeking a government job in the judicial sector of Himachal Pradesh. The positions include both regular and contract-based appointments. Candidates are advised to read the detailed notification and eligibility criteria carefully before applying.
Organization Details: High Court of Himachal Pradesh
- Hiring Organization: High Court of Himachal Pradesh, Shimla
- Post Name: Stenographer Grade-III (Group-C)
- Total Vacancies: 52
- Job Location: District Judiciary Establishments across Himachal Pradesh
- Application Mode: Online Only
- Official Website: highcourt.hp.gov.in
- Recruitment Portal: hphcrecruitment.in/login
HP High Court Stenographer Vacancy Breakdown 2025
The 52 vacancies for Stenographer Grade-III are distributed between regular and contract positions across various categories as follows:
| Vacancy Type | Category | Total |
| Regular (22 Posts) | UR | 2 |
| SC | 5 | |
| ST | 3 | |
| OBC | 8 | |
| EWS | 1 | |
| PH | 3 | |
| Contract (30 Posts) | UR | 15 |
| SC | 8 | |
| ST | 1 | |
| OBC | 6 | |
| EWS | 4 | |
| PH | 3 | |
| Grand Total | 52 |
Eligibility Criteria for HP High Court Stenographer
Candidates must fulfill the following eligibility requirements as of the last date of application submission:
- Nationality: Must be a citizen of India.
- Educational Qualification: Must possess a Graduation degree from a recognized University.
- Technical Skills:
- Proficiency in English Stenography with a speed of 80 W.P.M. (tested on computer software).
- English Typing speed of 40 W.P.M. on a computer (tested on software).
- Hindi Typing speed of 30 W.P.M. on a computer using ‘Kruti Dev-10’ font.
- A maximum of 10% mistakes are permissible in transcription and typing tests.
- Candidates must qualify the Hindi Stenography Test during their probation period after appointment.
- Age Limit (as on 01.01.2025):
- General (UR) & EWS: 18 to 45 years.
- SC/ST/OBC/PH of HP: 18 to 50 years (5 years relaxation if the post is reserved for the category).
- HP Government Employees: 18 to 50 years.
- Domicile/Language:
- Must have knowledge of customs and dialects of Himachal Pradesh.
- Must have passed Matriculation or 10+2 or Graduation from any school/institution situated within Himachal Pradesh. This condition is not applicable to Bonafide Himachalis.
Important Dates
Keep track of the following crucial dates related to the recruitment process:
| Event | Date |
| Notification Release Date | April 11, 2025 |
| Online Application Start Date | April 16, 2025 |
| Last Date for Online Application & Fee Payment | May 16, 2025 (11:59 PM) |
| Exam/Test Date | To be notified later |
Salary and Benefits (Pay Scale)
Selected candidates will be offered remuneration based on their appointment type:
- Stenographer Grade-III (Regular): Pay Level 06 of the pay matrix, which corresponds to Rs. 25,600 – 81,200/-.
- Stenographer Grade-III (Contract): Consolidated monthly wages/remuneration as fixed by the Government of Himachal Pradesh from time to time.
In addition to the basic pay, regular employees are typically entitled to various allowances like Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), etc., as per government rules.
Selection Process
The selection process for the HP High Court Stenographer Grade-III post will likely involve the following stages:
- Screening/Written Test: (Implied, though not explicitly detailed first) To shortlist candidates based on minimum qualifications or objective criteria.
- Skill Tests:
- English Stenography Test (80 WPM)
- English Typing Test (40 WPM)
- Hindi Typing Test (30 WPM, Kruti Dev-10 Font)
- (Note: Hindi Stenography test needs to be qualified during probation)
- Document Verification (DV): Candidates shortlisted after skill tests will be called for verification of original documents uploaded during the online application.
- Personal Interview/Evaluation: May be conducted as part of the final selection stage.
Admission to tests is strictly provisional. The final merit list will be prepared based on performance in the selection stages.
How to Apply Online for HP High Court Stenographer Recruitment 2025
Follow these steps to submit your application online:
- Visit the Official Recruitment Portal
- Read Instructions: Carefully read the advertisement notice and the R&P Rules 2022.
- Register/Login: New users need to register. Existing users can log in with their credentials.
- Fill Application Form: Enter all required details accurately (Personal, Educational, Contact Info).
- Upload Documents: Upload scanned copies of your recent photograph, signature, matriculation certificate (for age proof), graduation degree, and other relevant certificates in the specified format and size (Photo: 20-50 KB JPG/JPEG/PNG; Signature: 10-20 KB JPG/JPEG/PNG; Certificates: 100 KB – 1 MB PDF). Ensure all uploaded documents are legible.
- Pay Application Fee: Pay the applicable fee online through the available payment gateway.
- Preview and Submit: Review your filled application form carefully before final submission. Once submitted, the application cannot be modified.
- Print Application: Take a printout of the final submitted application form for your records.
Note: Candidates currently employed in Government/Semi-Government organizations must apply through the proper channel and submit a ‘No Objection Certificate’ (NOC) within 15 days of the application deadline. This is not required for contract/adhoc employees.
Application Fees
The category-wise application fee is as follows:
- Unreserved (UR) Category: Rs. 347.92 (Including GST)
- Reserved Categories of HP (SC, ST, OBC, EWS, PH): Rs. 197.92 (Including GST)
The fee must be paid online only and is non-refundable.
Official Notification and Apply Link
- Download Official Notification PDF: Download Now
- Direct Link to Apply Online: Apply Online
- Official Website: Visit Now
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Candidates are strongly advised to visit the official High Court of Himachal Pradesh website regularly for any updates or changes regarding this recruitment process.