Uttarakhand High Court Junior Assistant and Stenographer Recruitment 2026

The Uttarakhand High Court invites applications for recruitment to the posts of Junior Assistant and Stenographer for the year 2026. This recruitment is conducted by the High Court of Uttarakhand, Nainital, which is the highest judicial authority in the state. The selected candidates will be appointed to provide administrative and stenographic support to the judicial and administrative wings of the High Court. Junior Assistants handle clerical work, file management, and general office duties, while Stenographers take dictation and transcribe court proceedings. This is a Group-C level appointment under the Uttarakhand High Court establishment, offering stable government employment with regular pay scales and benefits as per state government norms.

Important Dates (Indicative - Official notification pending)

Note: Exact dates will be announced in the official notification

Vacancy Distribution (Typical / Indicative)

Note: Exact vacancy numbers will be notified officially. The above figures are indicative based on typical High Court recruitments.

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

For Junior Assistant:

• Bachelor's Degree from a recognized University
• Knowledge of Hindi and English
• Computer proficiency with certificate course (CCC/DCA/PGDCA or equivalent)
• Typing speed: 30 words per minute in English OR 25 words per minute in Hindi on computer

For Stenographer:

• Bachelor's Degree from a recognized University
• Stenography certificate/diploma from a recognized institution (ITI/Polytechnic)
• Stenography speed: 80 words per minute in English OR 70 words per minute in Hindi
• Computer knowledge with typing proficiency

Age Limit

Age Relaxation (Typical / Indicative):

Nationality

• Candidate must be a citizen of India
• Preference given to candidates with Uttarakhand domicile as per state reservation policy

How to Apply

1. Visit Official Website: Go to the Uttarakhand High Court official website at https://highcourtofuttarakhand.gov.in/ or the dedicated recruitment portal

1. Read Notification: Download and carefully read the complete official notification with all terms and conditions

1. Online Registration: Click on 'Apply Online' link and complete the registration process by providing basic details (name, email, mobile number)

1. Fill Application Form: Login using registration credentials and fill the complete application form with accurate personal, educational, and contact details

1. Upload Documents: Upload scanned copies of recent passport-size photograph (JPG format, 20-50KB), signature (JPG format, 10-20KB), and relevant certificates as specified

1. Pay Application Fee: Pay the prescribed application fee through online mode (Debit Card/Credit Card/Net Banking/UPI)

1. Submit Application: Review all filled details, verify information, and click 'Final Submit'

1. Save Confirmation: Take printout of the application form and payment receipt for future reference

Application Fees (Typical / Indicative)

Payment Mode: Online only (Debit/Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI)

Note: Application fees are non-refundable

Selection Procedure

The selection process consists of the following stages:

1. Written Examination: Computer-based objective type test covering General Knowledge, General English, General Hindi, Reasoning Ability, Computer Knowledge, and relevant subject knowledge. Qualifying marks required as per category norms.

1. Skill Test / Typing Test (For Junior Assistant): Candidates qualifying in written examination will be called for typing test. Candidates must type minimum 30 words per minute in English OR 25 words per minute in Hindi on computer. This is qualifying in nature.

1. Stenography Test (For Stenographer): Qualified candidates will be tested for stenography skills at speed of 80 wpm in English OR 70 wpm in Hindi. Dictation will be given for 10 minutes followed by transcription on computer within specified time limit. This is qualifying in nature.

1. Document Verification: Candidates qualifying in written exam and skill/stenography test will be called for document verification. Original certificates regarding age, qualification, caste, domicile, experience (if any) will be verified.

1. Medical Examination: Finally selected candidates will undergo medical examination to ensure fitness for the post as per government standards.

1. Final Merit List: Final selection will be based on marks obtained in written examination only, subject to qualifying in skill/stenography test and document verification. Merit list will be prepared category-wise.

Examination Pattern

Written Examination - Junior Assistant

Negative Marking: 0.25 marks deducted for each incorrect answer

Exam Mode: Computer Based Test (CBT) / Online

Written Examination - Stenographer

Negative Marking: 0.25 marks deducted for each incorrect answer

Exam Mode: Computer Based Test (CBT) / Online

Skill Test Details:

• Typing Test (Junior Assistant): 30 wpm English or 25 wpm Hindi - Qualifying
• Stenography Test (Stenographer): 80 wpm English or 70 wpm Hindi - Qualifying

Detailed Syllabus

General Knowledge (India & Uttarakhand)

• Indian History (Ancient, Medieval, Modern)
• Indian Geography (Physical, Economic, Social)
• Indian Polity and Constitution
• Indian Economy and Planning
• General Science (Physics, Chemistry, Biology)
• Current Affairs (National and International)
• Uttarakhand History, Geography and Culture
• Uttarakhand Administration and Governance
• Important personalities of Uttarakhand
• Freedom Movement in Uttarakhand
• Tourism and Industries in Uttarakhand
• Sports and Awards

General English

• Vocabulary (Synonyms, Antonyms, One-word substitution)
• Grammar (Tenses, Articles, Prepositions, Conjunctions)
• Sentence Correction and Error Detection
• Comprehension Passages
• Fill in the blanks
• Idioms and Phrases
• Active and Passive Voice
• Direct and Indirect Speech
• Sentence Rearrangement

General Hindi

• हिंदी व्याकरण (संज्ञा, सर्वनाम, विशेषण, क्रिया)
• समास, संधि, उपसर्ग, प्रत्यय
• पर्यायवाची, विलोम शब्द
• मुहावरे और लोकोक्तियाँ
• वाक्य शुद्धि और त्रुटि सुधार
• अपठित गद्यांश
• वाक्यांशों के लिए एक शब्द
• रिक्त स्थान की पूर्ति

Reasoning & Mental Ability

• Analogies and Similarities
• Number Series and Letter Series
• Coding-Decoding
• Blood Relations
• Direction Sense Test
• Logical Venn Diagrams
• Syllogism
• Data Sufficiency
• Puzzles and Seating Arrangement
• Statement and Conclusions
• Verbal and Non-verbal Reasoning

Computer Knowledge

• Computer Fundamentals and History
• Hardware and Software basics
• Operating Systems (Windows, Linux)
• MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Internet and Email
• Computer Networks and Internet
• Computer Security and Viruses
• HTML basics
• Database Management Systems
• Computer Abbreviations and Terminology
• Latest developments in IT

Stenography (For Stenographer Post)

• Shorthand Theory (English/Hindi)
• Dictation practice at required speed
• Transcription techniques
• Stenography symbols and abbreviations
• Speed building exercises

Salary Structure (Typical / Indicative - 7th Pay Commission)

Additional Benefits:

• Grade Pay and Annual Increments
• Medical facilities for self and dependents
• Leave Travel Concession (LTC)
• Pension and Gratuity benefits
• General Provident Fund (GPF)
• Government accommodation or HRA
• Child education allowance

Note: DA rates are subject to revision every 6 months. The above salary is indicative based on current rates and may vary as per official notification.

Career growth prospects in Uttarakhand High Court are excellent with regular promotion opportunities. Junior Assistants can be promoted to Senior Assistant, Head Assistant, and further to Section Officer and Administrative Officer levels based on seniority and departmental examinations. Stenographers progress to Senior Stenographer, Personal Assistant, and Private Secretary grades. Promotions are typically granted after 5-8 years of service at each level, subject to performance and availability of vacancies.

Admit cards for the written examination will be released approximately 10-15 days before the exam date on the official Uttarakhand High Court website. Candidates must download their admit cards by logging into the recruitment portal using their registration number and date of birth. No physical admit cards will be sent by post. The admit card contains important details like exam centre, reporting time, and examination instructions. Candidates must carry the admit card along with a valid photo ID proof to the examination centre.

The written examination result will be declared approximately 4-6 weeks after the exam on the official website. The result will include the list of qualified candidates along with their scores and category-wise cut-off marks. Candidates can check their results online using their roll number or registration number. Separate results will be published for skill test/stenography test after their completion. The final merit list will be prepared based on written exam marks and will be published on the website along with waiting list candidates.

Cut-off marks vary each year based on exam difficulty, number of vacancies, and total candidates. For Junior Assistant posts, typically General category cutoff ranges between 75-85 marks out of 125, OBC around 70-80 marks, SC around 65-75 marks, and ST around 60-70 marks. For Stenographer posts, cutoffs are generally 5-7 marks higher in each category. Candidates securing marks above the cutoff in their respective category will be called for skill/stenography test. Final selection depends on overall performance and availability of vacancies.

Examination Centres

Examinations will be conducted at the following centres across Uttarakhand and nearby states:

Uttarakhand: Dehradun, Nainital, Haridwar, Roorkee, Haldwani, Rudrapur, Kashipur, Pithoragarh, Almora, Rishikesh, Kotdwar, Pauri, Tehri, Uttarkashi

North India (nearby): Delhi NCR, Chandigarh, Lucknow, Meerut (for candidates' convenience if required)

Note: Majority of exam centres will be located within Uttarakhand state. Candidates may be allotted any centre as per availability and administrative convenience. Centre preference can be indicated during application but final allotment is at the discretion of the recruitment authority.