The High Court of Orissa has officially released Advertisement No. 01/2026 for the recruitment of 28 Junior Grade Typist / Data Entry Operator (Group-C) posts. This is a significant opportunity for graduates with typing and computer qualifications to join the state's judicial administration. Eligible and interested candidates can apply online only through the official High Court portal within the specified dates.
Orissa High Court Junior Typist/DEO Recruitment 2026:
Quick Overview Table
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Organization |
High Court of Orissa, Cuttack |
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Post Name |
Junior Grade Typist / Data Entry Operator (Group-C) |
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Total Vacancies |
28 (UR: 4, SEBC: 6, ST: 11, SC: 7) with 9 posts reserved for women. |
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Application Mode |
Online Only |
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Application Start Date |
15th January 2026 (10:00 AM) |
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Last Date to Apply |
11th February 2026 (11:59 PM) |
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Official Website |
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Application Fee |
₹500 for General/UR/SEBC candidates |
No Fee for SC/ST/PwD candidates. |
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Pay Scale |
Level-4 (₹19,900 – ₹63,200) as per ORSP Rules, 2017 + Allowances. |
Detailed Eligibility Criteria
1. Mandatory Educational & Skill Qualifications (All three required):
- Bachelor's Degree in any discipline from a recognized university.
- Typewriting Certificate with a minimum speed of 40 words per minute (wpm) in computer.
- Post Graduate Diploma in Computer Application (PGDCA) certificate.
2. Age Limit (as on 13/01/2026):
- General Age Limit: 21 to 42 years (Born between 13/01/1984 and 12/01/2005).
- Age Relaxation:
- SC/ST/SEBC & Women Candidates: +5 Years (Max 47 years)
- PwD Candidates (40-50% disability): +10 Years (Max 52 years)
- PwD from SC/ST/SEBC: +15 Years cumulative (Max 57 years)
Four-Stage Selection Process
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Stage |
Test |
Total Marks |
Nature |
Key Details |
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Stage 1 |
Preliminary Examination |
150 |
Qualifying |
Objective MCQ (Gen. English, GK, Reasoning, Quant. Aptitude). Negative marking: 0.5 per wrong answer. |
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Stage 2 |
Language Test |
100 |
Qualifying |
Essay, Precis, Translation (Eng-Odia). Qualifying marks: 45% (UR/SEBC) / 33% (SC/ST). Marks not counted. |
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Stage 3 |
Computer Application Test |
100 |
Qualifying |
Theory (MS Office, Internet) + Skill Test. Must score 50% to qualify. Marks not counted. |
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Stage 4 |
Main Written Exam (Typewriting Test) |
100 |
Final Merit |
Type 400 words in 10 mins (40 wpm). 0.25 mark deduction per mistake. >20 mistakes = disqualification. |
Final Merit List: Prepared solely based on marks obtained in the Stage 4 Typewriting Test.
Step-by-Step Guide to Apply Online
Follow these steps meticulously:
- Visit Official Website: Go to https://www.orissahighcourt.nic.in/.
- Navigate to Recruitment: Go to 'Recruitment Corner' → 'Examination Portal' → Find 'Recruitment to the posts of Junior Grade Typist / DEO (Advt. No. 01 of 2026)'.
- Read Instructions: Download and thoroughly read the official notification.
- New Registration: Click 'Apply Online', register with basic details to generate login credentials.
- Fill Application Form: Log in and fill all sections accurately as per your certificates.
- Upload Documents: Upload clear, legible scanned copies of all required documents:
- Recent Photograph & Signature
- 10th Certificate (Age Proof)
- Bachelor's Degree Certificate
- 40 wpm Typewriting Certificate
- PGDCA Certificate
- Caste Certificate (if applicable)
- Character Certificate, etc.
- Pay Application Fee: If applicable, pay ₹500 online via Debit/Credit Card/Net Banking.
- Submit & Print: Review all details, submit the form, and take a printout of the final submitted application with Acknowledgement Number.
Important Dates to Remember
- Online Application Starts: 15th January 2026 (10:00 AM)
- Online Application Ends: 11th February 2026 (11:59 PM)
- Exam Dates: To be announced on the website only. No separate admit cards will be posted.
Important Links for Application
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Link Description |
Purpose |
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Official Notification |
[Download Here] - For the complete advertisement and instructions. |
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Apply Online Portal |
[Apply Here] (Link active from 15th Jan 2026, 10:00 AM) |
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Orissa High Court Website |

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