Odisha High Court Recruitment 2026: 64 Vacancies for Junior Stenographer and Junior Grade Typist / DEO

The High Court of Orissa, Cuttack has released two new recruitment notifications for a total of 64 Group-C vacancies. These vacancies include 33 posts of Junior Stenographer and 31 posts of Junior Grade Typist / Data Entry Operator (DEO).

The official advertisements were issued on 11 November 2026 and published on the High Court's official website on 12 November 2026.

Candidates who have completed their Bachelor's Degree and meet the required shorthand, typing and computer qualifications can apply for these posts.

The online application process will start on 13 November 2026 at 10:00 AM. Interested candidates can submit their applications up to 7 December 2026 at 11:59 PM.

In this article, we have explained the complete recruitment details, including vacancies, eligibility, age limit, salary, application fees, selection process, examination pattern and how to apply online.

Odisha High Court Recruitment 2026 – Overview

Total Vacancies – 64 Posts

The High Court of Orissa has announced vacancies under two separate advertisements.

Candidates should read the notification for their preferred post carefully because the educational qualifications and examination patterns are different.

Junior Stenographer Recruitment 2026

The High Court of Orissa has announced 33 vacancies for the post of Junior Stenographer under Advertisement No. 06/2026.

This post is suitable for candidates who have completed graduation and have good shorthand and computer typing skills.

Important Details

Category-Wise Vacancy Details

Out of the total 33 vacancies, 11 posts are reserved horizontally for women candidates.

Educational Qualification

Candidates must fulfil the following educational requirements:

1. A Bachelor's Degree in any discipline from a recognised university.
2. Shorthand speed of at least 80 words per minute.
3. Typewriting speed of at least 40 words per minute.
4. Adequate knowledge of Computer Applications.

Candidates must have the required shorthand and typing skills and should provide the prescribed certificates from recognised institutions.

Age Limit

The candidate must be above 21 years and must not exceed 42 years of age as on 12 November 2026.

The following age relaxations are available:

• SC candidates: 5 years.
• ST candidates: 5 years.
• SEBC (Non-Creamy Layer) candidates: 5 years.
• Women candidates: 5 years.
• PwBD candidates: 10 years, subject to the disability conditions mentioned in the notification.
• Eligible PwBD candidates belonging to SC/ST/SEBC categories may receive cumulative relaxation of 15 years.

Where a candidate belongs to more than one eligible category, the notification provides for the most beneficial applicable relaxation, subject to its conditions.

Application Fee

The application fee is non-refundable and must be paid through the available online payment options.

Selection Process – Junior Stenographer

The selection process consists of three stages:

Stage 1: English Written Test – 100 Marks

This is a qualifying examination of 1 hour and 30 minutes.

It includes:

• English Essay – 20 Marks
• Translation from Odia to English – 20 Marks
• Re-translation from English to Odia – 20 Marks
• English Grammar – 40 Marks

Candidates belonging to the General category must secure at least 35% marks, while SC/ST candidates must secure at least 30% marks to qualify for the next stage.

Stage 2: Computer Application Test – 100 Marks

This is also a qualifying examination.

The computer skill test may cover:

• MS Word
• MS Excel
• MS PowerPoint
• MS Access
• Internet Operations
• File Uploading and Downloading

Candidates must secure at least 50% marks to qualify for the Skill Test.

Stage 3: Shorthand and Typewriting Skill Test – 100 Marks

This is the most important stage for Junior Stenographer candidates.

The examination will be conducted as follows:

1. Candidates will receive an English passage containing approximately 400 words.
2. The passage will be dictated at a speed of 80 words per minute.
3. Candidates must take shorthand notes.
4. They must transcribe the passage on a computer at a speed of 40 words per minute.

The test includes 5 minutes for shorthand dictation and 10 minutes for computer transcription.

Each correct word carries 0.25 marks. The maximum permissible mistakes and omissions are 10% of the total words. Exceeding this limit will result in disqualification.

Final Merit List: The final merit list will be prepared on the basis of marks obtained in the Shorthand and Typewriting Skill Test.

Junior Grade Typist / Data Entry Operator Recruitment 2026

The second notification is Advertisement No. 07/2026, which is for 31 vacancies of Junior Grade Typist / Data Entry Operator.

Candidates with graduation, computer knowledge, PGDCA or an equivalent qualification and good typing speed can apply for this post.

Important Details

Category-Wise Vacancy Details

Out of 31 vacancies, 10 posts are reserved horizontally for women candidates.

Educational Qualification

Candidates must fulfil the following conditions:

1. A Bachelor's Degree in any discipline from a recognised university.
2. Minimum computer typing speed of 40 words per minute.
3. PGDCA or an equivalent computer qualification.
4. The computer qualification must be from a recognised university, AICTE-recognised institution or another institution recognised by the Government.

All required certificates must be uploaded while submitting the online application.

Age Limit

The candidate must be above 21 years and not more than 42 years as on 12 November 2026.

Age relaxation:

• SC: 5 years.
• ST: 5 years.
• SEBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 5 years.
• Women: 5 years.
• PwBD: 10 years, subject to prescribed disability conditions.
• Eligible PwBD candidates belonging to SC/ST/SEBC categories: cumulative relaxation of 15 years.

Ex-Servicemen candidates will receive relaxation according to the applicable government rules.

Application Fee

The fee must be paid online through Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking or UPI.

Selection Process – Junior Grade Typist / DEO

The recruitment process consists of four stages.

Stage 1: Preliminary Examination – 150 Marks

The Preliminary Examination is an objective-type examination.

The examination will cover the following subjects:

1. General English
2. General Knowledge
3. Logical Reasoning
4. Quantitative Aptitude

Minimum qualifying marks:

• SC/ST candidates: 33%.
• Candidates belonging to other categories: 40%.

The Preliminary Examination is qualifying in nature.

Stage 2: Language Test – 100 Marks

This test checks the candidate's knowledge of English and Odia.

Duration: 2 Hours.

Minimum qualifying marks:

• SC/ST candidates: 33%.
• Other categories: 45%.

The marks obtained in this test will not be added to the final merit list.

Stage 3: Computer Application Test – 100 Marks

This examination checks the candidate's basic computer knowledge and practical computer skills.

Topics include:

• MS Word
• MS Excel
• MS PowerPoint
• MS Access
• Internet Operations
• File Uploading and Downloading

Candidates must secure at least 50% marks to qualify for the next stage.

This test is qualifying in nature, and its marks will not be included in the final merit list.

Stage 4: Main Examination – English Typewriting Test

The final examination is an English Typewriting Test.

Candidates must type the given printed passage within 10 minutes.

A candidate whose typed script contains more than 20 mistakes will be disqualified.

Final Merit List: The final merit list will be prepared according to the marks obtained in the Main Written Examination (English Typewriting Test).

Difference Between Junior Stenographer and Junior Grade Typist 

Candidates should understand the difference between these two posts before applying.

Which post should you choose?

• If you have good shorthand and typing skills, Junior Stenographer may be a suitable option.
• If you have a PGDCA qualification and good computer typing skills, Junior Grade Typist / DEO may be suitable.

Always check the complete eligibility requirements before submitting your application.

How to Apply 

Eligible candidates can apply through the official website of the High Court of Orissa.

Follow these simple steps:

Step 1: Visit the official website: https://orissahighcourt.nic.in/

Step 2: Open the Recruitment Corner section.

Step 3: Visit the Examination Portal.

Step 4: Select the relevant recruitment advertisement:

• Advertisement No. 06/2026 – Junior Stenographer.
• Advertisement No. 07/2026 – Junior Grade Typist / DEO.

Step 5: Read the official instructions and check your eligibility.

Step 6: Complete the online registration and fill in the required personal, educational and other details.

Step 7: Upload the required documents, photograph and signature.

Step 8: Pay the application fee, if applicable.

Step 9: Review your application carefully and submit the form.

Step 10: Download and save the final submitted application form for future reference.

Candidates are advised to complete the application process before the last date.

Documents Required for Online Application

Keep the following documents ready before applying:

1. 10th Class Certificate or equivalent document for age proof.
2. Bachelor's Degree Certificate.
3. Computer qualification certificate.
4. Shorthand and typing certificates (Junior Stenographer).
5. PGDCA or equivalent certificate (Junior Grade Typist / DEO).
6. Recent passport-size photograph.
7. Scanned signature.
8. Aadhaar Card.
9. Caste Certificate, if applicable.
10. PwBD Certificate, if applicable.
11. Ex-Servicemen documents, if applicable.
12. Required character certificate.

Upload clear and readable documents in the format and size prescribed in the online application instructions.

Important Dates

The examination date and examination centres will be communicated through the official website and e-Admit Card.

Important Official Links

Candidates should use the official website for notifications, application forms and future updates.

(FAQs)

Q1. How many vacancies are announced in Odisha High Court Recruitment 2026?

A total of 64 vacancies have been announced, including 33 Junior Stenographer posts and 31 Junior Grade Typist / DEO posts.

Q2. What is the last date to apply for Odisha High Court Recruitment 2026?

The last date to submit the online application is 7 December 2026, up to 11:59 PM.

Q3. What is the educational qualification for Junior Stenographer?

Candidates must have a Bachelor's Degree from a recognised university, shorthand speed of 80 WPM, typing speed of 40 WPM and adequate computer knowledge.

Q4. What is the qualification for Junior Grade Typist / DEO?

Candidates must have a Bachelor's Degree, computer typing speed of 40 WPM and PGDCA or an equivalent computer qualification.

Q5. What is the age limit for these posts?

Candidates must be above 21 years and not more than 42 years as on 12 November 2026, subject to applicable age relaxation.

Q6. What is the application fee?

The examination fee is ₹500. SC, ST and PwBD candidates are exempted from paying the fee, as provided in the notification.

Q7. What is the salary of a Junior Stenographer?

The pay scale is ₹25,500 to ₹81,100 under Level 7 of the Pay Matrix.

Q8. What is the salary of a Junior Grade Typist / DEO?

The pay scale is ₹19,900 to ₹63,200 under Level 4 of the Pay Matrix.

Q9. Is there negative marking in the Junior Grade Typist Preliminary Examination?

Yes. There is a negative marking of 0.5 marks for every incorrect answer.

Q10. Where can candidates apply for Odisha High Court Recruitment 2026?

Candidates can apply through the official website of the High Court of Orissa: https://orissahighcourt.nic.in/

Conclusion

Odisha High Court Recruitment 2026 is an important opportunity for graduates looking for government employment in the judicial sector. A total of 64 vacancies have been announced for Junior Stenographer and Junior Grade Typist / Data Entry Operator posts.

Candidates should carefully check the educational qualifications, age limit, typing requirements and selection process before applying.

The online application process starts on 13 November 2026 and closes on 7 December 2026. Do not wait until the last date to complete your application.

Important: This article is prepared using the official recruitment advertisements. Candidates should always refer to the original notification and official website for the latest instructions, corrections and updates.

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