Rajasthan High Court Stenographer Recruitment 2026 – 163 Vacancies | Rajasthan High Court

Introduction

The Rajasthan High Court, Jodhpur has released an online notification for a combined competitive examination to recruit 163 stenographers across District Courts and District Legal Service Authorities in Rajasthan. The posts include Stenographer Grade‑III (Hindi/English) and Stenographer Grade‑II (Hindi), with a clear selection process comprising a shorthand test, a computer test and a qualifying interview.

Highlights

Post & Organization Details

The recruitment is conducted under the Rajasthan District Court Ministerial Establishment Rules, 1986 (as amended). Selected candidates will be posted in various District Courts and District Legal Service Authorities (including Permanent Lok Adalats) throughout the state of Rajasthan.

Vacancy Details

Eligibility Criteria

Age Limit

Candidate must be born on or after 02 January 1987 and must not have attained the age of 40 years as on 01 January 2027. Age relaxations are provided as per the table below.

Educational Qualification

• Pass in Senior Secondary Examination (Arts/Science/Commerce) of Rajasthan Board or an equivalent recognized examination.
• Good working knowledge of Hindi (Devanagari script) and Rajasthani dialects.
• One of the following computer qualifications:
  • “O” or Higher Level Certificate Course (DOEACC)
  • COPA/DPCS certificate under National/State Council of Vocational Training Scheme
  • Diploma in Computer Science/Computer Application
  • Diploma in Computer Science & Engineering from a recognized Polytechnic
  • Rajasthan State Certificate Course in Information Technology (RSCIT)
  • Senior Secondary with Computer Science as an optional subject
  • Any equivalent or higher qualification

Physical Fitness & Nationality

• Candidate must be mentally and physically fit as per the medical standards prescribed by the Government.
• Must be a citizen of India, or a subject of Nepal or Bhutan (with a valid eligibility certificate).

Pay Scale & Salary

Application Fee

Important Dates

Selection Process

1. Shorthand Test (Hindi/English as applicable)
2. Computer Test (Speed & Efficiency)
3. Qualifying Interview

How to Apply

1. Visit the official recruitment portal (link provided in the notification).
2. Register using a valid email address and mobile number to obtain a login ID.
3. Log in with the credentials, fill in personal, educational and professional details.
4. Upload scanned copies of required documents (photograph, signature, certificates, etc.) in the prescribed format.
5. Pay the application fee of ₹750 (or applicable category fee) through the online payment gateway before the deadline.
6. Review the application thoroughly and click “Submit”. A confirmation receipt will be generated; download and keep it for future reference.

Important Links

• Apply Online: Click here
• Official Notification PDF: Click here
• Official Website: Click here

FAQs

1. What is the last date to submit the online application?
   The online application must be submitted on or before 10 August 2026, 05:00 PM.
2. How many total vacancies are there?
   There are 163 vacancies for various stenographer posts.
3. What is the minimum educational qualification?
   Pass in Senior Secondary (10+2) with Hindi/English shorthand and a recognized computer qualification.
4. What is the age limit for general candidates?
   Candidates must be between 18 and 40 years as on 01 January 2027, with relaxations as specified.
5. What is the pay during probation?
   Probationary remuneration is a fixed ₹23,700 per month for two years.
6. What are the stages of the selection process?
   The process includes a Shorthand Test, a Computer Test, and a qualifying Interview.