Karnal District Court Stenographer Recruitment 2026 notification has been officially released by the Office of the District and Sessions Judge, Karnal. They are inviting applications to fill 28 vacancies for the post of Stenographer Grade-III (English) on an ad-hoc basis. Candidates who have completed their Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science degree are eligible to apply. The application process is offline, and the last date to submit the form is February 13, 2026. The selection will be based on a shorthand test and computer proficiency. Interested candidates should read the full article below for details on salary, eligibility, and the application address.
Karnal District Court Stenographer Recruitment 2026 Overview
Criteria
Details
Organization Name
Office of the District and Sessions Judge, Karnal
Post Name
Stenographer Grade-III (English)
Recruitment Type
Adhoc Basis (6 months or till regular appointment)
Total Vacancies
28 Posts
Job Location
Karnal, Haryana
Application Mode
Offline (By Post or By Hand)
Official Website
karnal.dcourts.gov.in
Karnal District Court Stenographer Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
Event
Date
Notification Date
January 27, 2026
Application Start Date
Already Started
Last Date for Receipt of Application
February 13, 2026 (up to 05:00 PM)
Exam Date (Shorthand Test)
Tentatively in the last week of February 2026
Admit Card Release Date
No separate call letters will be issued (Check website)
Application Fee
Category
Fee Details
General / OBC / EWS
Not Specified in Notification
SC / ST / PH
Not Specified in Notification
Payment Mode
N/A
Age Limit Details
Criteria
Details
Age Calculation Date
As on 01.01.2026
Minimum Age
18 Years
Maximum Age
42 Years
Age Relaxation
Applicable for reserved categories as per Haryana Government instructions.
Karnal District Court Stenographer Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details
Post Name
Total Posts
Stenographer Grade-III (Adhoc)
28
Karnal District Court Stenographer Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Details
Criteria
Requirement
Educational Qualification
1. Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) or Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) or equivalent from a recognized university. 2. Must have proficiency in the operation of computers (Word processing and Spreadsheets).
Category-Wise Vacancy Details
Category
Number of Posts
General
10
SC (Scheduled Caste)
03
DSC (Deprived Scheduled Caste)
02
BC-A (Backward Class A)
03
BC-B (Backward Class B)
02
PwBD (Lower Limb/Low Vision)
02
ESM (Ex-Servicemen) – Gen/BC/SC
05 (Total across sub-categories)
ESP (Eligible Sports Person)
01
Total
28 Posts
State-Wise Vacancy & Eligibility
Criteria
Details
Who Can Apply?
Indian Citizens.
State Eligibility Note
While candidates from other states can usually apply, they are generally considered under the “General” category. Reservations (SC/BC/ESM) are typically applicable only to Haryana domicile holders as per state rules.
Job Location
Karnal District, Haryana.
Important Documents Required
Requirement
Details
Application Form
Duly filled and signed (format available on official website).
Photographs
Latest passport-size photograph duly attested and affixed on the application.
Certificates
Self-attested copies of Educational Qualification (Degree, etc.).
Identity Proof
Copy of ID Proof (Aadhar/Voter ID etc.).
Caste/Category Certificate
Required if applying under Reserved Category (SC/BC/ESM/PwBD).
Date of Birth Proof
10th Certificate or Birth Certificate.
Karnal District Court Stenographer Recruitment 2026 Syllabus Overview
Subject
Details
English Shorthand
Dictation at a speed of 80 Words Per Minute (W.P.M).
Computer Transcription
Transcription of the dictation at 20 W.P.M.
Computer Proficiency
Knowledge of Word Processing and Spreadsheets.
Exam Pattern
Test Type
Criteria
Shorthand Test Speed
80 W.P.M. in English Shorthand.
Transcription Speed
20 W.P.M. on Computer.
Computer Proficiency Test
To test Word Processing and Spreadsheets skills.
Note on Marks
Computer Proficiency marks are qualifying in nature and not counted in the final merit list.
Selection Process
Stage
Description
Stage 1
Shorthand Test (English) & Computer Transcription.
Stage 2
Computer Proficiency Test (Qualifying).
Stage 3
Document Verification.
Final Merit
Based on the performance in the Shorthand/Transcription test.
Karnal District Court Stenographer Recruitment 2026 Salary Details
Post Name
Salary / Pay Scale
Stenographer Grade-III
Rs. 25,500/- per month (Fixed/Initial pay of regular scale).
What is the last date to apply for Karnal District Court Stenographer Recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit the offline application form is February 13, 2026, by 05:00 PM. Candidates are advised to send their applications well in advance to ensure they reach the Judicial Courts Complex in Karnal on time.
What are the eligibility criteria for the Stenographer Grade-III post?
Candidates must possess a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.), or an equivalent degree from a recognized university. Additionally, proficiency in computer operations, specifically in word processing and spreadsheets, is mandatory.
What is the age limit for this recruitment?
As of January 1, 2026, applicants must be at least 18 years old and no older than 42 years. Age relaxation is applicable for reserved category candidates according to the Haryana Government’s instructions.
How many vacancies are available and what is the salary?
There are a total of 28 vacancies for the post of Stenographer Grade-III (English) on an ad-hoc basis. The selected candidates will receive a fixed monthly salary of Rs. 25,500.
What is the selection process for Karnal Court Stenographers?
The selection process consists of a shorthand test at a speed of 80 W.P.M. and computer transcription at 20 W.P.M. Candidates must also pass a qualifying Computer Proficiency Test covering word processing and spreadsheets.
Where should I send the application form?
Completed application forms along with self-attested documents should be sent by post or delivered by hand to: Office of District and Sessions Judge, Judicial Courts Complex, Sector-12, Karnal (Haryana).
Will I receive an admit card for the shorthand test?
No separate call letters or admit cards will be issued by the office. Candidates are required to check the official website (karnal.dcourts.gov.in) regularly for the exam schedule and updates.
Karnal District Court Stenographer Recruitment 2026 Official Notification
