Uttarakhand High Court Junior Assistant and Stenographer Recruitment 2026

The Uttarakhand High Court invites applications for 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 principal seat of the state judiciary. The selected candidates will be appointed to perform judicial and administrative support functions within the High Court and its subordinate courts across Uttarakhand. Junior Assistants handle clerical, data entry, and administrative tasks, while Stenographers are responsible for taking dictations and typing court proceedings. This is a permanent Group C post under the Uttarakhand state government with job security and good career progression. The recruitment process involves a written examination followed by skill tests (typing/stenography) and document verification.

Important Dates

Note: Candidates are advised to regularly check the official website of Uttarakhand High Court (highcourtofuttarakhand.gov.in) for updated dates.

Typical / Indicative vacancy distribution based on similar Uttarakhand High Court recruitments:

Vacancy Details

Note: Exact vacancy numbers will be specified in the official notification. Some posts may be reserved for PwD, Ex-Servicemen, and women candidates as per government norms.

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

For Junior Assistant:

• Bachelor's Degree from a recognized University
• Diploma in Computer Application or equivalent from recognized institution
• Knowledge of Hindi/English typing with minimum speed of 30 words per minute
• Proficiency in MS Office applications

For Stenographer:

• Bachelor's Degree from a recognized University
• ITI Certificate in Stenography (English/Hindi) OR Diploma in Stenography from recognized institution
• Stenography speed: 80 words per minute in English OR 60 words per minute in Hindi
• Computer knowledge with typing skills

Age Limit

Age Relaxation:

Age calculation date: As on the last date of application submission.

Nationality

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

How to Apply

1. Visit Official Website: Go to the official website of Uttarakhand High Court at highcourtofuttarakhand.gov.in

1. Find Recruitment Section: Navigate to the 'Recruitment' or 'Career' section on the homepage

1. Read Notification: Download and carefully read the official notification PDF for complete details

1. Online Registration: Click on 'Apply Online' link for Junior Assistant/Stenographer recruitment 2026

1. Fill Registration Form: Enter basic details like name, father's name, date of birth, email, mobile number and create password

1. Complete Application Form: Log in with credentials and fill complete application form with personal, educational, and other details

1. Upload Documents: Upload scanned copies of photograph (50 KB), signature (20 KB), educational certificates, category certificate (if applicable) in prescribed format (JPG/PDF)

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

1. Submit Application: Review all entered details carefully and submit the application form

1. Take Printout: Save and take printout of the submitted application form for future reference

Application Fee Structure

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

Note: Application fee is non-refundable under any circumstances.

Selection Procedure

The selection process consists of the following stages:

1. Written Examination (200 marks): Computer-based objective type examination covering General Knowledge, General Hindi, General English, Arithmetic, Computer Knowledge, and Reasoning. Duration: 2 hours. This is a qualifying stage.

1. Skill Test - Typing Test (For Junior Assistant): Candidates who qualify the written exam will be called for typing test. English typing speed of 30 words per minute OR Hindi typing speed of 25 words per minute on computer for 10 minutes. This is qualifying in nature.

1. Skill Test - Stenography Test (For Stenographer): Qualified candidates must demonstrate stenography skills at 80 words per minute in English OR 60 words per minute in Hindi. Dictation duration: 10 minutes. Transcription time: 50 minutes (English) / 65 minutes (Hindi). This is qualifying in nature.

1. Document Verification: Candidates who successfully clear the skill test will be called for document verification. Original certificates of educational qualification, age proof, category certificate, domicile certificate, and other relevant documents must be produced.

1. Medical Examination: After document verification, selected candidates will undergo medical examination to ensure fitness for the post as per government norms.

1. Final Merit List: Final selection will be based on marks obtained in the written examination only. Skill tests are qualifying in nature. Merit list will be prepared category-wise and as per reservation rules.

Note: Candidates must qualify each stage to proceed to the next stage. The selection process is subject to change as per the final notification.

Examination Pattern

Written Examination (CBT Mode)

Negative Marking: 0.25 marks will be deducted for each wrong answer.

Qualifying Marks: General/EWS - 40%, OBC - 35%, SC/ST - 30%

Skill Test Pattern

For Junior Assistant (Typing Test):

For Stenographer (Stenography Test):

Note: Skill tests are qualifying in nature and not for merit ranking. Errors beyond permissible limit will result in disqualification.

Detailed Syllabus

General Knowledge & Current Affairs

• Indian History: Ancient, Medieval, and Modern India
• Indian Geography: Physical, Economic, and Social geography
• Indian Polity and Constitution
• Indian Economy and Five-Year Plans
• General Science: Physics, Chemistry, Biology
• National and International Current Affairs (last 6 months)
• Sports and Games
• Awards and Honors
• Important Days and Events
• Books and Authors
• Uttarakhand: History, Geography, Culture, Economy, Politics, and Current Affairs

General Hindi

• व्याकरण: संधि, समास, उपसर्ग, प्रत्यय
• शब्द रचना, शब्द ज्ञान
• पर्यायवाची, विलोम शब्द
• मुहावरे और लोकोक्तियाँ
• वाक्य शुद्धि और वर्तनी शुद्धि
• अनेक शब्दों के लिए एक शब्द
• रिक्त स्थानों की पूर्ति
• गद्यांश और पद्यांश की समझ

General English

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

Arithmetic & Numerical Ability

• Number System and Simplification
• Percentage, Profit and Loss
• Simple and Compound Interest
• Time and Work, Time and Distance
• Average, Ratio and Proportion
• Mensuration: Area, Volume, Perimeter
• Data Interpretation: Tables, Bar Graphs, Pie Charts, Line Graphs
• Algebra: Basic equations and inequalities
• Partnership and Mixture & Alligation

Computer Knowledge

• Computer Fundamentals: Hardware, Software, Input/Output devices
• Operating Systems: Windows, Linux basics
• MS Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint
• Internet and Email basics
• Computer Networks and LAN/WAN
• Computer Security: Virus, Antivirus, Firewall
• Database Management System basics
• Computer Abbreviations and Terminology
• Digital Payment Systems and E-governance

Reasoning & Mental Ability

• Analogies and Similarities
• Classification and Series Completion
• Coding and Decoding
• Blood Relations
• Direction Sense Test
• Logical Venn Diagrams
• Alphabet and Number Series
• Syllogism and Statements & Conclusions
• Data Sufficiency
• Puzzle and Seating Arrangement
• Non-verbal Reasoning: Pattern completion, Figure series, Mirror images

Note: The syllabus may vary slightly based on the official notification. Candidates should refer to the detailed syllabus published with the recruitment advertisement.

Salary & Allowances Structure

Typical / Indicative salary structure as per Uttarakhand government pay matrix (7th Pay Commission):

Junior Assistant

Stenographer

Additional Benefits:

• Medical Reimbursement and Health Insurance
• Leave Travel Concession (LTC)
• Provident Fund and Pension benefits under NPS
• Annual increment of approximately 3%
• Festival Advance and other welfare schemes

Note: DA percentage is subject to revision every 6 months based on inflation. HRA varies based on city classification (X, Y, Z). Actual in-hand salary may vary based on deductions and allowances applicable.

Junior Assistants can get promoted to Senior Assistant (Level 5), then to Head Assistant (Level 6), and subsequently to Superintendent (Level 7) based on departmental promotion criteria, service record, and experience. Stenographers can progress to Senior Stenographer (Level 6), Personal Assistant (Level 7), and Private Secretary (Level 8) through internal promotions and departmental examinations. On average, the first promotion takes 5-7 years of satisfactory service. Opportunities also exist for higher judicial service positions through competitive examinations.

Admit cards for the written examination will be released approximately 10-15 days before the scheduled exam date on the official website of Uttarakhand High Court. Candidates must download the admit card by logging into their account using registration number and password. No physical admit card will be sent by post. The admit card contains important details including candidate's name, photograph, exam date, time, venue, reporting time, and instructions. Candidates must carry the admit card along with a valid original photo ID proof (Aadhaar Card/Voter ID/Driving License/Passport) to the examination centre for verification.

The written examination result will be declared approximately 60-90 days after the conduct of the exam on the official website. Category-wise merit lists will be prepared based on the marks scored in the written examination. Candidates who qualify the written exam will be called for skill tests (typing/stenography) as per schedule. After completion of all selection stages including document verification, the final result and merit list will be published on the website. Selected candidates will receive appointment letters through registered post and email.

Typical / Indicative cutoff marks based on previous Uttarakhand High Court recruitments vary by category and post. For Junior Assistant, General category cutoff ranges between 120-135 marks out of 200 (60-67%), OBC around 105-120 marks (52-60%), and SC/ST approximately 90-105 marks (45-52%). For Stenographer posts, cutoffs are typically 5-10 marks higher due to fewer vacancies. Cutoff marks depend on factors like number of vacancies, difficulty level of examination, number of candidates appeared, and reservation policy. Final cutoffs are announced with the result.

Examination Centres

The written examination will be conducted across multiple cities in Uttarakhand and nearby states:

Uttarakhand (Primary Centres): Dehradun, Haridwar, Roorkee, Haldwani, Nainital, Rudrapur, Kashipur, Pithoragarh, Almora, Pauri, Tehri, Chamoli, Rudraprayag, Uttarkashi

North India (Additional Centres): Delhi, Noida, Ghaziabad, Lucknow, Meerut, Chandigarh, Panchkula

Note: The final list of examination centres will be published in the official notification. Candidates may be allotted any centre depending on availability and their preference. The examination authority reserves the right to add, delete, or modify exam centres based on the number of applications received. Candidates are advised to select examination centre carefully as no change request will be entertained later.