Introduction
The Principal District and Sessions Court, Bengaluru Rural District has announced the recruitment of Stenographer Grade‑III officers for a total of 21 vacancies (including 4 backlog posts and 17 new posts). The online application window opens on 17 August 2026 and closes on 15 September 2026 (11:59 PM). Candidates meeting the educational, age and skill requirements can apply through the official court portal.
Highlights
| Organisation |
Principal District and Sessions Court, Bengaluru Rural District |
| Post Name |
Stenographer Grade‑III |
| Total Vacancies |
21 (4 backlog + 17 new) |
| Application Mode |
Online only |
| Start Date |
17 August 2026 |
| Last Date |
15 September 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Official Website |
bengalururural.dcourts.gov.in/online-recruitment |
Post & Organization Details
| Organisation |
Principal District and Sessions Court, Bengaluru Rural District |
| Notification No. |
ADM/99/2026 dated 10.08.2026 |
| Post Name |
Stenographer Grade‑III |
| Total Vacancies |
21 (4 backlog + 17 new) |
| Mode of Application |
Online only |
| Application Start Date |
17 August 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online |
15 September 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Last Date for Fee Payment |
15 September 2026 |
Vacancy Details
Backlog Posts (4)
| S. No. |
Category |
No. of Posts |
| 1 |
Scheduled Caste (Rural: 1, Disabled: 1) |
2 |
| 2 |
Category‑1 (Rural) |
1 |
| 3 |
Category‑2A (Disabled) |
1 |
| Total Backlog Posts |
4 |
New Posts (17)
| S. No. |
Category |
No. of Posts |
| 1 |
Scheduled Caste (2A) |
1 |
| 2 |
Scheduled Caste (2B) |
1 |
| 3 |
Scheduled Caste (2C) |
1 |
| 4 |
Scheduled Tribe |
1 |
| 5 |
Category‑1 |
1 |
| 6 |
Category‑2A (includes 1 Women post) |
2 |
| 7 |
Category‑2B |
1 |
| 8 |
Category‑3A |
0 |
| 9 |
Category‑3B |
1 |
| 10 |
General Merit (includes 3 Women, 2 Rural, 1 Disabled posts) |
8 |
| Total New Posts |
17 |
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- Passed the 2nd PUC (12th standard) examination or hold a 3‑year Diploma in Commercial Practice or an equivalent qualification.
- Passed Senior Grade Shorthand and Typewriting examinations in both Kannada and English conducted by the Department of Public Instruction, or possess an equivalent recognised qualification.
- Must have basic computer knowledge relevant to office work.
Age Limit
| Category |
Maximum Age Limit |
| Minimum Age (all candidates) |
18 years |
| General Category |
35 + 5 years |
| Category 2A, 2B, 3A, 3B |
38 + 5 years |
| SC, ST, and Category‑1 |
40 + 5 years |
An additional one‑time relaxation of 5 years is applicable to all categories as per Government Order No. SIASHE 262 SeNeNi 2025 dated 29 January 2026. Further relaxations are available for government servants, widows, ex‑servicemen and persons with disabilities as per the Karnataka Civil Services (General Recruitment) Rules, 1977.
Pay Scale & Salary
Selected candidates will draw salary as per the following pay scale:
₹44,425 - 1125 - 47,800 - 1250 - 52,800 - 1375 - 58,300 - 1500 - 64,300 - 1650 - 74,200 - 1900 - 83,700
In addition, candidates will be covered under the National Pension Scheme (NPS).
Application Fee
| Category |
Application Fee |
| General/Unreserved |
₹200 |
| Category 2A, 2B, 3A, 3B |
₹100 |
| SC, ST, Category‑1, Persons with Disabilities |
Exempted (No Fee) |
Fee must be paid online through the State Bank Collect facility (Net Banking, Credit/Debit Card, UPI, QR Code). Payments via DD, PO, Money Order or Challan will not be accepted.
Important Dates
| Event |
Date |
| Notification Release Date |
10 August 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date |
17 August 2026 |
| Last Date to Submit Online Application |
15 September 2026, 11:59 PM |
| Last Date for Fee Payment |
15 September 2026 |
Selection Process
- Skill Test (Shorthand & Typing) – candidates are dictated a passage at 120 wpm for 5 minutes each in Kannada and English.
- Transcription of the dictated passage on a computer within 45 minutes; software checks the transcript.
- Minimum of 100 marks for each language; at least 50 marks in each language to qualify.
- Qualified candidates are shortlisted for interview/document verification in a ratio of 1:5 per vacancy (top 5 candidates per post).
- Final selection is based on total marks obtained in the skill test plus interview/document verification.
How to Apply
- Visit the official website: bengalururural.dcourts.gov.in/online-recruitment.
- Register using a valid email address and create a password.
- Fill in the online application form with accurate personal, educational, and category‑related details.
- Upload a recent passport‑size photograph (.jpg, ≤ 50 KB, signed in blue ink, no editing).
- Upload a scanned signature (.jpg, ≤ 25 KB, black ballpoint pen on white paper).
- Pay the applicable application fee online via Net Banking, Credit/Debit Card, UPI or QR Code.
- Review all entered information carefully; no corrections will be allowed after submission.
- Submit the application and download/save the application copy and fee receipt for future reference.
Only one application per candidate is allowed. If multiple applications are submitted, the last one will be considered and no changes will be entertained.
Important Links
FAQs
- What is the last date to submit the online application?
The last date is 15 September 2026 at 11:59 PM.
- What educational qualifications are required?
Candidates must have passed the 2nd PUC (12th) or hold a 3‑year Diploma in Commercial Practice, along with Senior Grade Shorthand and Typewriting qualifications in Kannada and English.
- Is there any application fee?
Yes. General/Unreserved candidates pay ₹200; Category 2A, 2B, 3A, 3B pay ₹100. SC, ST, Category‑1 and Persons with Disabilities are exempted.
- How many vacancies are there?
There are a total of 21 vacancies (4 backlog + 17 new).
- What is the selection procedure?
Selection is based on a Shorthand & Typing skill test followed by document verification/interview. Candidates must secure at least 50 marks in each language.
