High Court Stenographer Recruitment 2026: Apply for 25 Posts

The Punjab and Haryana High Court (HCPH) has officially announced the High Court Stenographer Recruitment 2026, opening 25 vacancies for eligible candidates. This is a significant new job vacancy for graduates with computer skills. Applications are open online from 17 February 2026 to 10 March 2026 through the official portal.

Recruitment Overview

Feature	Details
Recruiting Authority	High Court of Punjab and Haryana
Post Name	Senior Scale Stenographer
Total Vacancies	25
Notification Number	02/SSS/HC/2026
Salary	As per Government of Punjab rules adopted by the High Court
Educational Qualification	Bachelor of Arts / Science from recognized University, computer skills (Word Processing & Spreadsheets)
Age Limit	21–30 years (as on 10 March 2026)
Application Mode	Online
Job Type	Full Time
Notification Release Date	17 February 2026
Last Date to Apply	10 March 2026 (11:59 PM)
Official Notification PDF	Click here

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification: Bachelor’s degree (B.A. / B.Sc.) from a recognized university.
Computer Skills: Word Processing and Spreadsheets proficiency.
Age Limit: 21–30 years as on 10 March 2026.
Age Relaxation:
Lower Limb Disability (≥40%) – +10 years
Ex-Servicemen – Defence service period + 3 years
Government employees – +10 years
Reservation: SC/ST/BC benefits only for candidates domiciled in Punjab, Haryana, or UT Chandigarh.
Ex-servicemen: Benefits apply to the applicant only.
PWD: Persons with <40% lower limb disability are considered under the general category.

Application Fee

Category	Fee
General / SC/ST/BC (other states)	₹1000
SC/ST/BC (Punjab, Haryana, UT Chandigarh)	₹800
Persons with Disability (≥40%)	₹800
Ex-Servicemen	₹800

Download High Court Stenographer Jobs 2026 Notification PDF – Click here to Apply Now!

Important Dates

Event	Date
Notification Released	17 Feb 2026
Online Application Start	17 Feb 2026
Last Date to Apply	10 Mar 2026 (11:59 PM)
Exam / Skill Test	To be notified on the official website

Selection Process

Word Processing / Transcription Test:

Dictation at 100 w.p.m. in English shorthand
Transcription on computer at 20 w.p.m. (5 minutes)
Maximum 3% mistakes allowed

Spread Sheets Test:

Total marks: 10 (qualifying only, minimum 4)
Duration: 10 minutes

Verification of Original Certificates:

Shortlisted candidates contacted via SMS/Email

Merit List:

Prepared category-wise based on performance in the transcription test

How to Apply – Step-by-Step Guide

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Visit the official portal: www.highcourtchd.gov.in
Register or log in with valid credentials
Fill the online application form accurately with personal, educational, and contact details
Upload photograph, signature, and required certificates in prescribed formats
Pay the application fee online as per category
Review all details and submit the form before 10 March 2026
Save or print a copy of the submitted application for future reference
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Frequently Asked Questions

The deadline for submitting the online application for High Court Stenographer Recruitment (HCPH Senior Scale Stenographer) is March 10, 2026, by 11:59 PM. Make sure to complete the application before this time to be eligible for recruitment consideration.

Applicants must be between 21 and 30 years old as of March 10, 2026. Relaxation in the age limit is provided for candidates belonging to SC/ST/BC, Ex-servicemen, PWD, and government employees as per the official notification.

Candidates should hold a Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science degree from a recognized university. Additionally, proficiency in computer operations, including Word Processing and Spreadsheets, is a must. Technical knowledge of computer operations is also essential.

The application fee for General and SC/ST/BC candidates from other states is ₹1000, while for candidates from Punjab, Haryana, UT Chandigarh, PWD, and Ex-servicemen, the fee is ₹800 for the High Court Stenographer Recruitment.

There are 25 vacancies for the Senior Scale Stenographer post. Of these, 20 are for the General category, 3 for SC/ST/BC, 1 for Ex-servicemen, and 1 for PWD candidates, as detailed in the official notification.

The selection process for the High Court Stenographer Recruitment includes a Word Processing/Transcription Test (100 w.p.m shorthand and 20 w.p.m transcription), a Spreadsheet Test (qualifying with 10 marks), and the verification of original documents. The merit list will be based on the results of the Word Processing/Transcription Test.

To apply for the High Court Stenographer Recruitment, candidates should visit the official website www.highcourtchd.gov.in starting from February 17, 2026. Ensure that the online application form is filled out accurately before submission.

Final Thought:

The High Court Stenographer Recruitment 2026 is an excellent new job vacancy for graduates with computer skills. It provides a stable career with government pay and growth opportunities. Candidates should prepare early for the Word Processing/Transcription and Spreadsheets tests. Keeping track of updates on the official website ensures you never miss important notifications. This is a valuable free job alert for aspirants aiming for a government position.