📋 Complete Advertisement & Guidelines
Jind District Court Stenographer Grade III Recruitment 2026
- Recruiting Body: Office of the District and Sessions Judge, Jind, Haryana
- Advertisement No.: Employment Notice dated 07.10.2026
- Post Name(s): Stenographer Grade III (Ad-hoc basis)
- Total Vacancies: 12 (Category-wise distributed among General, PwBD, SC, BC-A, BC-B, ESM, and EWS)
- Employment Nature: Contractual / Ad-hoc basis — NOT a permanent cadre appointment. Posts may be withdrawn based on court creation or withdrawal.
- Application / Selection Mode: Offline Application (by hand or registered post) followed by Shorthand Test and Computer Proficiency Test
- Last Date to Apply: 30 October 2026 up to 05:00 P.M.
- Submission Address: Office of the Superintendent of Sessions Division, Jind, Haryana — envelope to be marked "Application for the post of Stenographer Grade III (Ad-hoc basis)"
- Application Fee: Not Stated in Official Notification
- Official Website: jind.dcourts.gov.in
- Download Notification: Download Jind District Court Stenographer Grade III Employment Notice PDF
Post-Wise Vacancy & Pay Scale
| Post Designation | Employment Type | Total Vacancies | Age Limit (as on 01.07.2026) | Monthly Remuneration (INR) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stenographer Grade III | Ad-hoc / Contractual | 12 | 18 – 42 years | Rs. 25,500/- (Consolidated, FPL-4) |
Category-wise vacancy distribution: General — 4, PwBD (Lower Limb) — 1, SC — 1, SC (OSC) — 1, BC (A) — 1, BC (B) — 2, General (ESM) — 1, EWS — 1
Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualification
- Stenographer Grade III:
- A candidate holds a degree of Graduation in any stream or equivalent from a recognized University.
- Candidate must have proficiency in operation of Computer (word processing and spreadsheets).
- Candidate must have passed matriculation examination with Hindi or English as one of the subjects.
- Qualification conditions must be fulfilled as on 01.07.2026.
- Age Limit: Not less than 18 years and not more than 42 years as on 01.07.2026.
- Age Relaxation: Upper age relaxation shall be applicable as per instructions issued by the Government of Haryana or the Hon'ble Punjab & Haryana High Court, Chandigarh, from time to time, for reserved categories and eligible persons.
- Reservation: Reserved category vacancies may be filled from unreserved category candidates if no eligible reserved candidate is available, subject to availability.
Selection Process & Screening Clause
The selection for the 12 Stenographer Grade III (Ad-hoc) posts at Jind District Court involves the following stages:
| Test Part | Requirement | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Shorthand Test | English Shorthand & Transcription | Candidate must pass a shorthand test at a speed of 80 words per minute (W.P.M.) in English Shorthand and transcribe the same at 20 W.P.M. on Computer. |
| Computer Proficiency Test | Word Processing & Spreadsheets | Candidate must qualify the Computer Proficiency Test. Marks of the proficiency test are not counted towards final merit — it is qualifying in nature only. |
| Merit List | Final Selection | A select list will be prepared on the basis of merit (shorthand test scores). |
No TA/DA will be paid to any candidate appearing in the test/interview for this post.
Required Documents & Instructions for Candidates
- Prescribed application form filled completely in own handwriting.
- Latest passport-size coloured photograph affixed on the designated space of the application form.
- Attested copies of Graduation degree certificate and all consolidated mark sheets.
- Attested copy of Matriculation certificate (showing Hindi or English as a subject).
- Computer proficiency certificate or declaration (if applicable).
- Valid category / caste certificate in Government prescribed format (if applicable).
- Two self-addressed, properly stamped envelopes for future communication.
- Valid Photo ID proof — Aadhaar, Voter ID, or PAN.
Important Instructions:
- Only ORIGINAL APPLICATION along with copies of requisite documents shall be accepted.
- No application or bio-data received through e-mail or WhatsApp shall be accepted in any manner.
- Incomplete applications, or applications received after the due date or before the date of advertisement, will be rejected out-rightly without any communication. The rejection list will be uploaded on the official website.
- Candidates working in Government, Semi-Government departments, Corporations, or Boards must apply through proper channel.
- Number of vacancies may be increased or decreased due to creation or withdrawal of Courts during the selection process.
- Envelope must be marked: "Application for the post of Stenographer Grade III (Ad-hoc basis)".
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is the last date to apply for Jind District Court Stenographer Grade III Recruitment?
The last date to submit the offline application for the Stenographer Grade III post at Jind District Court is 30 October 2026 up to 05:00 P.M. Applications sent by registered post must reach the Superintendent of Sessions Division, Jind, before this deadline.
2. Where do I need to send my application for the Jind District Court recruitment?
Applications must be sent to the Office of the Superintendent of Sessions Division, Jind, Haryana, either by hand or by registered post. The envelope must be marked: "Application for the post of Stenographer Grade III (Ad-hoc basis)." No application received via e-mail or WhatsApp will be accepted.
3. Is there any application fee for the Jind District Court Stenographer Grade III post?
The official Employment Notice dated 07.10.2026 does not specify any application fee for the Stenographer Grade III recruitment. Candidates should refer to the official notification PDF for the latest confirmation.
4. Is the Jind District Court Stenographer Grade III job permanent?
No. The 12 vacancies are on an ad-hoc / contractual basis. The number of posts may be increased or decreased during the selection process depending on court creation or withdrawal. This is not a regular cadre appointment and does not confer permanent government job security.
5. What is the salary structure for Stenographer Grade III at Jind District Court?
Selected candidates will receive a consolidated pay of Rs. 25,500/- per month (corresponding to the initial pay in FPL-4), or at such revised rate as may be prescribed by the Government of Haryana from time to time. This is a fixed consolidated amount, not a pay-scale with standard HRA and other allowances.
6. What is the selection process for the Jind District Court Stenographer Grade III post?
The selection involves a Shorthand Test (80 W.P.M. English shorthand, 20 W.P.M. transcription on computer), followed by a Computer Proficiency Test (qualifying in nature, not counted in merit), and finally preparation of a merit list. No TA/DA is payable to candidates appearing for the test.