⚖️ High Court of Punjab & Haryana Recruitment 2026
⌨️ Apply Online for 25 Steno Typist Vacancies
Advt No. 01/ST/HC/2026 | Chandigarh Posting
🚀 Recruitment Overview
| 🏛️ Organization | High Court of Punjab and Haryana at Chandigarh |
| 📂 Post Name | Steno Typist |
| 🔢 Total Vacancies | 25 Posts (17 Direct + 8 Departmental) |
| 💰 Salary Scale | As per Punjab Govt Rules (Adopted by High Court) |
| 📍 Job Location | Chandigarh |
| ⏳ Apply Mode | Online Only |
📊 Category-wise Vacancy Breakup
| Category | Direct Recruitment Posts | Departmental Posts | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Category | 13 | – | 13 |
| SC / ST / BC (Pb, Hr, UT Chd) | 02 | – | 02 |
| Ex-Servicemen (ESM) | 01 | – | 01 |
| PwD (Lower Limb / Low Vision) | 01 | – | 01 |
| Departmental Vacancies | – | 08 | 08 |
| TOTAL VACANCIES | 17 | 08 | 25 |
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
- ⭐ Educational Qualification: Must possess a degree of Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) or Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) or equivalent from a recognized university.
- ⭐ Computer Proficiency: Proficiency in operation of Computers (Word Processing and Spread Sheets) is mandatory.
- ⭐ Age Limit (Direct Posts): 18 to 30 Years as on 10/03/2026.
- ⭐ Age Limit (Departmental): 18 to 35 Years as on 10/03/2026.
✔ SC/ST/BC of Punjab, Haryana, UT Chandigarh: 03 Years
✔ PwD (Lower Limb/Low Vision): 10 Years
✔ ESM: Defence Service + 3 Years
✔ Departmental Service: Length of service up to max 5 years relaxation.
⚔️ Selection Process
The selection consists of following stages:
- Word Processing / Transcription Test:
• Dictation: English Shorthand at a speed of 80 w.p.m. (05 Minutes duration).
• Transcription: On computer at a speed of 20 w.p.m.
• Criteria: Candidates committing more than 4% mistakes will be disqualified. - Spread Sheets Test (10 Marks):
• This test is Qualifying in nature.
• Duration: 10 Minutes.
• Qualifying Marks: 40% (4 Marks out of 10). - Testimonial Checking: Candidates qualified in the above tests will be called for document verification via SMS/Email.
💸 Application Fees
| Category | Fee Amount |
|---|---|
| General & All Categories of Other States | ₹ 1000/- |
| SC/ST/BC (Punjab, Haryana, UT Chandigarh) | ₹ 800/- |
| ESM & PwD (Lower Limb/Low Vision) | ₹ 800/- |
| Departmental Candidates | ₹ 1000/- |
* Online transaction charges will be extra. Fee is non-refundable.
📅 Important Dates Schedule
- 🟢 Online Registration Start Date: 17/02/2026 (11:59 P.M.)
- 🔴 Last Date for Registration: 10/03/2026 (11:59 P.M.)
- 🟡 Exam Date: To be notified on official website soon.
📝 How to Apply?
- Visit the official website: www.highcourtchd.gov.in
- Navigate to the “Recruitments” section and select “Staff”.
- Click on the link for “Steno Typist Online Application Form”.
- Fill in personal details, email ID, and a valid mobile number.
- Upload a scanned recent passport-size photograph (white background, not older than 30 days) and signatures.
- Pay the application fee via net banking/debit/credit card.
- Preview your application and click Submit.
- Retain a hard copy of the application form for the testimonial checking stage.
Note for Govt Employees:
Candidates working in Govt/Semi-Govt departments must submit a No Objection Certificate (NOC) using Annexure-II format at the time of document verification.
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. What is the shorthand speed required for High Court Steno Typist post?
Ans: Candidates must have an English shorthand speed of 80 w.p.m. and a computer transcription speed of 20 w.p.m.
Q2. Is there any qualifying test other than Shorthand?
Ans: Yes, candidates must qualify the Spread Sheet Test (10 Marks), where the minimum passing marks are 40% (4 Marks).
Q3. What is the educational qualification needed?
Ans: A degree of Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) or Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) or equivalent from a recognized university is required.
Q4. Can candidates from other states (UP, Rajasthan, etc.) apply?
Ans: Yes, but they will be treated as General Category candidates for both age relaxation and fee purposes.
Q5. What is the last date for registration?
Ans: The last date for online registration is 10th March 2026 (11:59 P.M.).
