Rajasthan High Court, Jodhpur has announced a combined competitive examination for 163 Rajasthan High Court Stenographer posts across the state. The recruitment includes Grade‑III (Hindi/English) positions in District Courts and Grade‑II (Hindi) posts in District Legal Service Authorities, including Permanent Lok Adalats.
Candidates can apply online from 22 July 2026 until 10 August 2026. The exam is slated for September 2026 in Jaipur, subject to change at the court’s discretion.
Rajasthan High Court Stenographer Recruitment 2026 : Short Details
Rajasthan High Court Stenographer Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Rajasthan High Court, Jodhpur (RHC) |
| Post Name | Stenographer |
| Advertisement No. | RAJ.HC/Exam Cell/Subordinate Judiciary/Stenography/2026/1032 |
| Total Vacancies | 163 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Post Category | Latest Sarkari Jobs |
| Official Website | https://hcraj.nic.in/hcraj/ |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 17 July 2026 |
| Apply Online Start | 22 July 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 10 August 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 11 August 2026 |
| Exam Month (Tentative) | September 2026 |
| Exam Venue (Tentative) | Jaipur |
Rajasthan High Court Stenographer Vacancy Details
| Post | Area | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Stenographer Grade‑III (Hindi) – District Courts | Non‑TSP Area | 130 |
| Stenographer Grade‑III (Hindi) – District Courts | TSP Area | 11 |
| Stenographer Grade‑III (English) – District Courts | Non‑TSP Area | 9 |
| Stenographer Grade‑III (English) – District Courts | TSP Area | 4 |
| Stenographer Grade‑II (Hindi) – District Legal Service Authorities (incl. PLAs) | Non‑TSP Area | 7 |
| Stenographer Grade‑II (Hindi) – District Legal Service Authorities (incl. PLAs) | TSP Area | 2 |
| Total | 163 |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / Creamy Layer OBC / MBC / Other State Applicants | ₹750 |
| Rajasthan Non-Creamy OBC / MBC / EWS | ₹600 |
| PwBD / SC / ST / Ex-Servicemen | ₹450 |
Payment Mode: e-Mitra Kiosk/CSC, Net-Banking, Debit/Credit Card
Age Limit (As on 1 January 2027)
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 18 Years |
| Maximum Age | 40 Years |
| Age Relaxation | SC/ST/OBC/MBC/EWS: +5 years; Women: +5 years; Reservists: up to 50 years; Cadet Instructors: N.C.C. service period (max +3 years); Widows & Divorced Women: No upper limit; Ex‑Servicemen: +15 years (max 50 years); PwBD: +5 years |
Salary Details
| Post Name | Salary / Pay Scale |
|---|---|
| Stenographer | Probation Pay ₹23,700 per month; Regular Pay Scale Level L‑10 ₹33,800 – ₹1,06,700 per month |
Educational Qualification
Eligibility requires passing the Senior Secondary Examination (Arts, Science or Commerce) or an equivalent qualification. Applicants must have a good working knowledge of Hindi (Devanagari) and Rajasthani dialects. Additionally, a recognised computer qualification – such as DOEACC ‘O’ level, a Diploma in Computer Science/Applications, or any equivalent – is mandatory.
Candidates must be Indian citizens (or subjects of Nepal or Bhutan) and meet the physical fitness standards prescribed by the court. Age limits are 18 to 40 years as on 01 January 2027, with relaxations for various categories as detailed in the notification.
Selection Process
- Shorthand Test (English or Hindi as per post)
- Computer Test – Speed and Efficiency
- Qualifying Interview
Documents Required
- Recent photograph with name and date on it
- Photo identity proof (Voter Card, PAN, Driving Licence, Passport or Aadhaar)
- Signed declaration scan
- Live photograph, Hindi and English signatures, left thumb impression scans
- Good Character Certificate and two additional character certificates
- Valid category certificates (Caste, Disability, Income & Asset, Death or Divorce proof) as applicable
- Medical fitness certificate issued by a government‑notified medical authority
- No Objection Certificate for current government employees
Exam Pattern
Group A (English Shorthand) – 6 min dictation at 80 wpm, 100 marks.
Group B (Hindi Shorthand) – 6 min dictation at 70 wpm, 100 marks.
Group C (Computer Test) – Speed Test (10 min, 50 marks) and Efficiency Test (10 min, 50 marks). Minimum marks: 20 for SC/ST/PwBD, 22.5 for others.
Reservation Rules for TSP Areas
In TSP districts (Banswara, Dungarpur, Pratapgarh, Salumber), 5 % of posts are reserved for SC and 45 % for ST candidates. The remaining 50 % are open to any category within the TSP area, based on merit.
How to Apply for Rajasthan High Court Stenographer Recruitment 2026?
- Visit the official website www.hcraj.nic.in
- Register as a new user and log in
- Fill in the online application form with all required details
- Upload the scanned photographs, signatures, thumb impression and supporting documents
- Pay the applicable exam fee through e‑Mitra/CSC, Net‑Banking or Debit/Credit Card
- Submit the application before 10 August 2026, 5:00 PM
Rajasthan High Court Stenographer Recruitment 2026 FAQs
The online application closes on 10 August 2026 at 5:00 PM.
There are 163 vacancies for Stenographer Grade‑III and Grade‑II posts.
The fee is ₹750 for General/cream‑layer OBC/MBC/Other State applicants, ₹600 for Rajasthan non‑cream‑layer OBC/MBC/EWS, and ₹450 for SC/ST/PwBD/Ex‑Servicemen.
Candidates must be between 18 and 40 years of age as on 01 January 2027, with relaxations of up to 5 years for certain categories.
Applicants must have passed Senior Secondary (or equivalent) and possess knowledge of Hindi (Devanagari) plus a recognised computer qualification such as DOEACC ‘O’ level or a Diploma in Computer Science.
Selection consists of a Shorthand Test, a Computer Test (Speed and Efficiency), and a qualifying Interview.
Probation salary is ₹23,700 per month; after probation, the pay scale is Level L‑10, ranging from ₹33,800 to ₹1,06,700 per month.
Apply online at www.hcraj.nic.in between 22 July 2026 and 10 August 2026, upload the required documents and pay the exam fee.