Introduction to Punjab and Haryana High Court Stenographer Recruitment 2025
The Society for Centralized Recruitment of Staff in Subordinate Courts (S.S.S.C.) under the High Court of Punjab and Haryana has announced a significant recruitment drive for the position of Stenographer Grade-III. This notification, No. 34S/SSSC/PB/2025 dated 25/03/2025, invites online applications to fill 478 vacancies in the Subordinate Courts of Punjab. Eligible candidates can apply online via the official SSSC website from 26/03/2025 until the closing date of 23/04/2025. This presents a valuable opportunity for individuals seeking a government job in the judicial sector of Punjab/Haryana.
Organization Details
- Hiring Organization: Society for Centralized Recruitment of Staff in Subordinate Courts (S.S.S.C.) on behalf of the District and Sessions Judges in the State of Punjab.
- Post Name: Stenographer Grade-III.
- Total Vacancies: 478 (including anticipated posts up to 30.06.2025).
- Job Location: Subordinate Courts of Punjab. Candidates must provide an undertaking to work anywhere in Punjab upon selection. Posting stations will be allocated based on merit.
Vacancy Breakdown of Punjab and Haryana High Court Stenographer Recruitment 2025
The 478 vacancies for Stenographer Grade-III are distributed across various categories as detailed below. This includes existing posts as of 31.12.2024 and anticipated posts up to 30.06.2025.
| Category | No. of Posts (as on 31.12.2024) | Anticipated Posts (upto 30.06.2025) |
| General | 10 | 69 |
| General (Women) of Punjab | 3 | 22 |
| Economically Weaker Sections of Punjab | 9 | 14 |
| Economically Weaker Sections (Women) of Punjab | 8 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (Mazhbi Sikh/Balmiki) of Punjab | 27 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (Mazhbi Sikh/Balmiki) (Women) of Punjab | 17 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (Others) of Punjab | 16 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (Others) (Women) of Punjab | 17 | 11 |
| Backward Classes/Other Backward Classes of Punjab | 7 | 24 |
| Backward Classes/Other Backward Classes (Women) of Punjab | 8 | 15 |
| Freedom Fighter of Punjab | 1 | 0 |
| Sportsperson (General) (Women) of Punjab | 2 | 3 |
| Sportsperson (Scheduled Castes) of Punjab | 1 | 7 |
| Person with Benchmark Disabilities (Lower Limb) Punjab | 3 | 6 |
| Person with Benchmark Disabilities (Lower Limb)(Women) Punjab | 9 | 5 |
| Person with Benchmark Disabilities (Low Vision) Punjab | 1 | 4 |
| Person with Benchmark Disabilities (Low Vision)(Women) Punjab | 0 | 4 |
| Ex-Servicemen (General) of Punjab | 15 | 11 |
| Ex-Servicemen (General) (Women) of Punjab | 16 | 12 |
| Ex-Servicemen SC (Mazhbi Sikh/Balmiki) of Punjab | 4 | 8 |
| Ex-Servicemen SC (Others) of Punjab | 3 | 2 |
| Ex-Servicemen (BC/OBC) of Punjab | 5 | 6 |
| TOTAL | 182 | 296 |
Eligibility Criteria for Stenographer Posts in Punjab and Haryana High Court
Candidates must meet the following eligibility requirements as of the last date of application submission (23/04/2025):
- Educational Qualification:
- Possess a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) or Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) degree, or an equivalent qualification from a recognized university.
- Have proficiency in computer operations, specifically Word Processing and Spreadsheets.
- Must have passed the Matriculation examination with Punjabi as a compulsory or elective subject, or an equivalent examination in Punjabi Language. (Candidates without this can apply but must pass it during the probation period if selected).
- Age Limit (as on 01.01.2025):
- Minimum Age: 18 years for all categories.
- Maximum Age:
- General/Unreserved: 37 years.
- SC of Punjab: 42 years.
- BC/OBC of Punjab: 42 years.
- Persons with Benchmark Disabilities of Punjab: 47 years.
- Ex-servicemen of Punjab: Upper age limit relaxed by the number of years served in Military service + 3 years.
- Government Employees (Punjab/Haryana/Other State/Central Govt./High Court/Subordinate Courts/UT Chandigarh): 45 years.
- Nationality: Must meet the criteria as per Punjab Subordinate Courts Establishment (Recruitment and General Conditions of Service) Rules, 1997.
- Disqualification: Candidates with a living spouse who have entered into another marriage, or those who marry a person already having a living spouse, are generally ineligible unless permissible under personal law and exempted by the High Court.
Important Dates for Punjab and Haryana High Court Stenographer Recruitment 2025
- Notification Date: 25/03/2025.
- Online Application Start Date: 26/03/2025 (11:59 PM).
- Online Application Closing Date: 23/04/2025 (11:59 PM).
- Exam Date: To be notified later on the official website (www.sssc.gov.in).
Salary and Benefits of Stenographer in Punjab and Haryana High Court
Selected candidates appointed as Stenographer Grade-III will receive salary, pay, and allowances as per the latest rules and instructions issued by the Government of Punjab, which have been adopted for the Subordinate Courts of Punjab. Specific details regarding the pay scale, grade pay, and other benefits will align with these prevailing government norms.
Selection Process of Stenographer in Punjab and Haryana High Court
The selection process for the Punjab and Haryana High Court Stenographer Grade-III post involves multiple stages:
- Computer Based Test (CBT):
- An objective-type test with 60 multiple-choice questions on English Composition and General Knowledge.
- Total Marks: 60 (1 mark per question).
- Duration: 1 hour.
- Negative Marking: None.
- Normalization: Marks will be normalized if the test is conducted in multiple shifts.
- Shortlisting: Candidates equivalent to three times the number of vacancies (based on normalized CBT merit) will be shortlisted for the next stage. These CBT marks will not be counted for the final merit list.
- English Shorthand & Transcription Test:
- Dictation Speed: 80 words per minute (W.P.M.) in English Shorthand.
- Transcription: Transcribe the dictated passage on a computer at a speed of 20 W.P.M..
- Accuracy: Candidates committing more than 8% mistakes will be disqualified.
- Spreadsheet Test:
- This test is qualifying in nature.
- Marks: 10 marks.
- Duration: 10 minutes.
- Qualifying Marks: Minimum 40% (4 marks) required to qualify.
- Note: The English Shorthand & Transcription answer sheets will only be evaluated for those who qualify the Spreadsheet Test.
- Document Verification / Interaction:
- Candidates qualifying both the Shorthand Test and Spreadsheet Test will be called for checking of original testimonials/interaction, based on the number decided by the High Court.
- Final Merit List:
- Prepared strictly based on merit in the English Shorthand & Transcription Test only. Candidates with fewer mistakes will rank higher. Tie-breaking rules (age, then alphabetical order) will apply if mistakes are equal.
How to Apply for Punjab and Haryana High Court Stenographer Recruitment 2025
Eligible candidates must apply online through the official S.S.S.C. website. Follow these steps:
- Visit the official S.S.S.C. website: sssc.gov.in.
- Navigate to the recruitment section and find the link for “Stenographer Grade-III Subordinate Courts of Punjab”.
- Complete the initial Registration Form. Ensure you have a valid personal email ID and mobile number for communication.
- Proceed to fill the main Application Form. Carefully enter all personal details, educational qualifications, and category information.
- Upload scanned copies of your recent passport-size photograph (not older than one month, white background) and signature.
- Upload a real-time photograph using the system’s webcam during the application process. Ensure the real-time photo, scanned photo, and photo on the admit card match.
- Pay the required application fee online using internet banking, Debit Card, Credit Card, or UPI. Re-check all details before payment as the fee is non-refundable.
- Submit the completed application form before the deadline (23/04/2025, 11:59 PM).
- Retain a printout of the submitted online application form for future reference.
Note for Government Employees: Obtain a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from your current employer and keep it ready, as it will be required if selected.
Application Fees for Punjab and Haryana High Court Stenographer Recruitment 2025
The application fee is non-refundable and varies by category:
| Category | Online Facilitation Charges | Examination Fee | Total Fee |
| SC/BC/OBC/ESM/EWS of State of Punjab. | Rs. 425/- | Rs. 100/- | Rs. 525/- |
| Persons with Benchmark Disabilities of Punjab | Rs. 425/- | Rs. 200/- | Rs. 625/- |
| All other categories (General etc.) | Rs. 425/- | Rs. 400/- | Rs. 825/- |
Official Notification & Apply Link for Punjab and Haryana High Court Stenographer Recruitment 2025
- Download Official Notification PDF: Download Now
- Online Application Link: Apply Now
- Official Website: sssc.gov.in
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