Overview
| Organization | High Court of Punjab and Haryana (HCPH) |
| Total Vacancies | 25 |
| Post Name | Senior Scale Stenographer |
| Advertisement No. | 02/SSS/HC/2026 |
| Post Type | Permanent / Regular |
| Job Type | Full Time |
| Application Mode | Online Only |
| Official Website | highcourtchd.gov.in |
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Start of Online Application | 17 February 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 10 March 2026 |
| Exam Date | To be announced on official website |
📍 Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Total Posts |
|---|---|
| Senior Scale Stenographer | 25 |
Category-wise breakup (as per notification): General — 20, SC/ST/BC — 3, Ex-Servicemen — 1, PWD (Lower Limb) — 1.
Note: SC/ST/BC reservation benefits apply only to candidates domiciled in Punjab, Haryana, or UT Chandigarh. Ex-servicemen benefit is for the candidate themselves, not their dependents.
🎓 Educational Qualification
Candidates must hold a Bachelor of Arts (BA) or Bachelor of Science (BSc) degree from a recognised university, along with proficiency in Computer Operations — Word Processing and Spreadsheets.
💰 Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / SC/ST/BC (Other States) | ₹1,000 |
| SC/ST/BC (Punjab, Haryana, UT Chandigarh) | ₹800 |
| Persons with Lower Limb Disability (40%+) | ₹800 |
| Ex-Servicemen | ₹800 |
Salary will be as per the latest applicable rules of the Government of Punjab adopted by the High Court.
🎯 Selection Process
The selection has two stages:
Stage 1 — Word Processing / Transcription Test (Merit Based) Dictation at 100 words per minute in English Shorthand, followed by transcription on computer at 20 words per minute (5 minutes duration). Maximum 3% mistakes allowed. Final merit list is prepared based on this test.
Stage 2 — Spreadsheets Test (Qualifying Only) 10 marks, 10 minutes duration. Candidates must score at least 4 out of 10 (40%) to qualify.
After both tests, shortlisted candidates will be called for verification of original documents via SMS/Email.
⏳ Age Limit
(As on 10 March 2026)
| Category | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| General | 21 – 30 years |
| Lower Limb Disability (40%+) | Up to 40 years (+10 years relaxation) |
| Ex-Servicemen | Defence service period + 3 years |
| Government Department Employees | Up to 40 years (+10 years relaxation) |
Persons with less than 40% Lower Limb Disability will be considered under General Category with no age relaxation.
📑 How to Apply
- Visit the official website: highcourtchd.gov.in
- Click on the Apply Online link for Senior Scale Stenographer Recruitment 2026
- Fill in your personal, educational, and contact details carefully
- Upload your photograph, signature, and required certificates in the prescribed format
- Pay the application fee online
- Review all details and submit the form before 10 March 2026
- Take a printout of the submitted application for future reference
⚙️ Key Documents Required
- Recent passport-size photograph & signature
- BA/BSc degree certificate from a recognised university
- Category certificate (SC/ST/BC) — must be from Punjab, Haryana, or UT Chandigarh
- Ex-servicemen discharge certificate (if applicable)
- PWD certificate showing 40%+ lower limb disability (if applicable)
- Government service certificate (if claiming age relaxation as Govt. employee)
📘 Important Links
| 🔗 Apply Online | Click Here |
| 📄 Official Notification PDF | Click Here |
| 🌐 Official Website | highcourtchd.gov.in |
⚡ Last date is 10 March 2026 — apply early to avoid last-minute technical issues!
