HP High Court Recruitment 2026: 3 Stenographer (Group-C) Posts – Apply Online @ highcourt.hp.gov.in

Overview

The High Court of Himachal Pradesh has published Advertisement Notice No. HC-Advt./2026 (4) dated 06 October 2026 inviting Online Recruitment Applications (ORA) for 3 vacant posts of Stenographer (Group-C) (Regular cadre) under the High Court of Himachal Pradesh Establishment, as per the Recruitment and Promotion Rules, 2015.

Post-Wise Vacancy & Pay Scale

Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualification

Candidates must be an Indian National and possess the qualifications prescribed under the R&P Rules, 2015 as on the date of submission of the online application.

Stenographer (Group-C)

• Educational Qualification: Graduation from a recognised university.
• Experience: Minimum 3 years of experience as Steno-typist, Judgment Writer, or Stenographer in any government office or reputed organisation.
• Stenography Speed: 100 W.P.M. in English stenography, with accurate transcription of the dictated matter within 5 times the time allotted for dictation.
• Typing Speed: 50 W.P.M. in English on computers, where a separate test shall be held. A maximum of 10% mistakes in transcription and typing are permitted.

Age Relaxation

• Bonafide reserved categories of H.P. (except EWS) and persons with benchmark disabilities of H.P.: Five years relaxation in the upper age limit, applicable only where the post is reserved for these categories.
• HP Government employees: Admissible as per orders/directions of the Hon'ble High Court of H.P. and instructions of the Government of H.P.

Selection Process & Screening Clause

Recruitment for the posts of Stenographer (Group-C) shall be on the basis of a competitive examination as per Schedule-IV (Part-H) of the R&P Rules, 2015. The selection process includes:

1. English Stenography Test — candidates must demonstrate a speed of 100 W.P.M. in English stenography with accurate transcription within 5 times the dictation time.
2. English Typing Test on Computers — a speed of 50 W.P.M. in English must be achieved on computer, with no more than 10% mistakes permitted.

No TA/DA will be paid to candidates for appearing in the examination or tests. Eligible candidates will be informed through SMS alerts and email regarding examination and test schedules.

Application Fee

• Unreserved (UR): Rs. 450/- (including GST)
• Reserved Categories of H.P. (SC, ST, OBC, EWS, PH): Rs. 300/- (including GST)

The fee must be paid only through online mode before the closing date of 07 November 2026. Once paid, the fee is non-refundable under any circumstances.

Required Documents & Instructions for Candidates

• Original Matriculation Certificate / Birth Certificate (age proof)
• Graduation Degree and Consolidated Mark Sheet
• Experience Certificates on Official Letterhead (Steno-typist / Judgment Writer / Stenographer — minimum 3 years)
• Category / Reservation Certificate in H.P. Government format (if applicable)
• Photo ID Proof (Aadhaar Card, Driving License, Passport, Voter ID, etc.)
• Coloured recent photograph (white background, 20–50 KB)
• Scanned signature (white background, 10–20 KB)
• All other relevant certificates in PDF format (100 KB – 2 MB)

Key Instructions

• Applications are acceptable ONLY in online mode; applications received through any other mode will be rejected straightway.
• Candidates already in Government or Semi-Government service must submit their application through the proper channel with an NOC within 15 days from the last date of receipt of application. Job trainees, contract, casual, ad-hoc, daily-wage, and work-charged employees are exempt from producing NOC.
• The category once claimed will be treated as final; no representation or correspondence will be entertained.
• Experience and qualification shall be reckoned as on the date of submission of the online application.
• Once submitted, an application cannot be withdrawn or modified; however, it can be cancelled without a refund of the fee.
• If an EWS candidate is not available for selection, the post will be de-reserved and filled from a non-EWS unreserved candidate.
• The number of vacancies may be increased or decreased in future due to administrative reasons.

How to Apply

1. Visit the official recruitment portal at HP High Court Recruitment Portal or High Court of Himachal Pradesh Official Website.
2. Read the FAQs and Video Tutorial available on the recruitment portal before filling the form.
3. Prepare scanned copies of photograph, signature, Matric certificate, ID proof, and other certificates in the prescribed file sizes.
4. Complete the Online Recruitment Application (ORA) and submit it before 07 November 2026, 11:59 PM.
5. Pay the application fee through online mode before the closing date.
6. Preview the submitted application and save a printout or screenshot for your records.

Important Links

• Apply Online for HP High Court Stenographer (Group-C) Recruitment 2026
• Download HP High Court Stenographer (Group-C) Official Notification PDF — Advt. No. HC-Advt./2026 (4)
• Visit Himachal Pradesh High Court Official Portal

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the last date to apply for HP High Court Stenographer Recruitment 2026?

The last date to submit the online application for HP High Court Stenographer (Group-C) Recruitment 2026 is 07 November 2026 up to 11:59 PM. The application window opens on 07 October 2026.

2. How many vacancies are available for HP High Court Stenographer 2026?

There are 3 total vacancies for Stenographer (Group-C) — 2 posts under Unreserved (UR) and 1 post under EWS category, as per Advertisement No. HC-Advt./2026 (4).

3. What is the application fee for HP High Court Stenographer Recruitment?

The application fee is Rs. 450/- (including GST) for Unreserved (UR) candidates and Rs. 300/- (including GST) for Reserved Categories of Himachal Pradesh (SC, ST, OBC, EWS, PH). Payment must be made through online mode only and is non-refundable.

4. Is the HP High Court Stenographer post permanent?

Yes. The Stenographer (Group-C) post is a Regular (Permanent) cadre post under the Recruitment and Promotion (R&P) Rules, 2015 of the High Court of Himachal Pradesh. It carries a Pay Level 11 salary (Rs. 38,500 – Rs. 1,22,700) with regular government benefits.

5. What is the salary for HP High Court Stenographer (Group-C) 2026?

The Stenographer (Group-C) post falls under Pay Level 11 of the Pay Matrix, with a salary range of Rs. 38,500 to Rs. 1,22,700 per month, along with applicable allowances as per Government of Himachal Pradesh / High Court instructions.

6. What is the selection process for HP High Court Stenographer 2026?

Selection is based on a competitive examination per Schedule-IV (Part-H) of the R&P Rules, 2015, which includes an English Stenography test (100 W.P.M.) and an English Typing test on computers (50 W.P.M.). No TA/DA will be paid to candidates for appearing in the examination.