Odisha High Court Recruitment 2025 for Junior Stenographer (25 Vacancies)

The High Court of Odisha, Cuttack, has released a new recruitment notification for the post of Junior Stenographer. This is a prestigious opportunity for eligible candidates to secure a permanent Odisha Government job with a attractive salary scale. A total of 25 vacancies are available for this post.

The application process is completely online, and the last date to apply is 9th October 2025. Interested candidates are advised to read the official notification carefully before applying.

Odisha High Court Junior Stenographer 2025: Key Details at a Glance

For a quick overview of the recruitment drive, refer to the table below:

Aspect	Details
Organization	High Court of Odisha, Cuttack
Post Name	Junior Stenographer
Total Vacancies	25 (SC: 08, ST: 12, SEBC: 05)
Application Mode	Online
Application Dates	09th September 2025 to 09th October 2025
Eligibility	Bachelor's Degree + PGDCA + Typing Speed (40 w.p.m)
Age Limit	21 to 32 Years (As on a specified date)
Age Relaxation	As per Odisha Government rules
Salary	₹25,500 – ₹81,100 per month (Level-9)
Selection Process	Qualifying Test, Computer Test, Skill Test
Application Fee	General/OBC: ₹500 • SC/ST/EWS/Female: No Fee
Job Location	Odisha
Official Website	Odisha High Court

Detailed Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

To be eligible for the Junior Stenographer post, a candidate must have:

A Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline from a recognized University.
A Post Graduate Diploma in Computer Application (PGDCA).
A minimum typing speed in English of 40 words per minute (w.p.m).

Age Limit

The minimum age to apply is 21 years.
The maximum age limit is 32 years.
Upper age relaxation is applicable for candidates belonging to reserved categories (SC, ST, SEBC, PwD, Ex-Servicemen) as per the Odisha Government rules.

Vacancy Breakdown

The 25 vacancies are distributed among the following categories:

Scheduled Caste (SC): 08 Posts (Women: 03)
Scheduled Tribe (ST): 12 Posts (Women: 04)
Socially & Educationally Backward Classes (SEBC): 05 Posts (Women: 02)

Selection Process and Salary

Selection Process

The selection of candidates will be based on their performance in the following stages:

Qualifying Test in English: A written test worth 100 marks.
Computer Application Test: A practical test to assess computer skills, worth 100 marks.
Skill Test: A stenography skill test to assess shorthand and transcription speed/accuracy, worth 100 marks.
Document Verification: Verification of all original certificates and documents.

Salary and Pay Scale

Selected candidates will be appointed in Pay Level-9 of the Odisha Pay Matrix, with a starting salary ranging from ₹25,500 to ₹81,100 per month. This includes other allowances as admissible under the rules.

How to Apply Online for Odisha High Court Recruitment 2025?

Follow these steps to apply for the Junior Stenographer post:

Visit the Official Website: Go to the Odisha High Court's official portal: https://orissahighcourt.nic.in.
Find the Recruitment Link: Navigate to the "Recruitment" or "Career" section on the homepage.
Read Notification: Click on the link for "Recruitment for the Post of Junior Stenographer" and download the official notification PDF. Read it thoroughly.
Click on Apply Online: Find and click on the "Apply Online" link.
Register: Complete the registration process by providing basic details to generate login credentials.
Fill Application Form: Log in and carefully fill out the online application form with all required personal, educational, and category details.
Upload Documents: Upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature, and other necessary documents (like certificates) in the specified format and size.
Pay Fee (If Applicable): General and OBC category candidates need to pay an application fee of ₹500 online. SC, ST, EWS, and Female candidates are exempt from the fee.
Submit and Print: Review all the entered information, submit the form, and take a printout of the final application for your records.