HP High Court Stenographer Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online
The High Court of Himachal Pradesh has invited Online Recruitment Applications (ORA) from eligible candidates for filling up 3 vacant posts of Stenographer (Group-C) (Regular) in the Establishment of HP High Court as per the R&P Rules, 2015. Eligible candidates can submit their applications online through the official recruitment portal from 07 October 2026 to 07 November 2026 up to 11:59 PM.
Official source: High Court of Himachal Pradesh, Shimla-171001, Advertisement Notice No. HC-Advt./2026 (4), dated 06 October 2026.
HP High Court Stenographer Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | High Court of Himachal Pradesh |
| Advertisement No. | HC-Advt./2026 (4) |
| Post Name(s) | Stenographer (Group-C) |
| Total Vacancies | 3 |
| Pay | Pay Level 11 (Rs. 38,500 - 1,22,700/-) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Job Location | Himachal Pradesh |
| Official Website | https://highcourt.hp.gov.in/ |
HP High Court Stenographer Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Opening date of Online Application | 07.10.2026 |
| Closing date of Online Application & Fee | 07.11.2026 at 11:59 PM |
HP High Court Stenographer Vacancy Details (Category-wise)
Total posts advertised: 3 vacancies.
| Particular of Post(s) | Vacancies (Category-wise) |
|---|---|
| Stenographer (Group-C) (Regular) | 02-UR, 01-EWS (Clear-cut) |
HP High Court Stenographer Eligibility Criteria
Nationality
Candidates for appointment to any of the advertised posts must be an Indian National and possess requisite educational and other qualifications as prescribed under R&P Rules, 2015 as on the date of submission of online application.
HP High Court Stenographer Qualification
| Post | Qualification Required |
|---|---|
| Stenographer (Group-C) | Graduation with three (3) years’ experience as Steno-typist or Judgment Writer or Stenographer in any government office or reputed organisation. Candidates must be having speed of 100 W.P.M. in English Stenography and accurate transcription of the matter dictated within a period of 5 times to the time allotted for dictation and typing speed, in English, at 50 W.P.M. on computers, wherefor a separate test shall be held. Only 10% of the mistakes in transcribing the dictated matter and typed matter in typing test shall be allowed. |
HP High Court Stenographer Age Limit
Age of the candidate shall be reckoned as on 01.01.2026.
| Category | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR) and EWS | 18 to 45 years |
| HP Govt. employees | 18 to 50 years |
Age Relaxation
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| Bonafide reserved categories of HP (except EWS) and persons with benchmark disabilities of HP | Five years relaxation in upper age limit is admissible only in case a post is reserved for these categories. |
| HP Govt. employees | Admissible as per orders/directions of the Hon’ble High Court of H.P. and instructions of the Government of HP issued from time to time. |
HP High Court Stenographer Salary
| Post | Pay Level / Pay |
|---|---|
| Stenographer (Group-C) | Pay Level 11 i.e., Rs. 38,500-1,22,700/- of the pay Matrix |
HP High Court Stenographer Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR) | Rs. 450/- (including GST) |
| Reserved Categories of H.P. (i.e., SC, ST, OBC, EWS, PH) | Rs. 300/- (including GST) |
The fee shall have to be paid ONLY through ONLINE MODE and the fee once paid shall not be refunded to the candidate, in any case.
HP High Court Stenographer Selection Process
Recruitment shall be on the basis of competitive examination as per Schedule-IV (Part-H) of the R&P Rules, 2015, which includes English Stenography and typing tests on computers.
How to Apply for HP High Court Stenographer
- Visit the official recruitment portal at https://highcourt.hp.gov.in/ or https://www.hphcrecruitment.in/login.
- Go through the frequently asked questions (FAQs) and Video Tutorial available on the recruitment portal before applying.
- Keep scanned copies of your coloured recent photograph (20 to 50 KB on white background), signature (10 to 20 KB on white background), Matric certificate as age proof (100 to 500 KB), ID Proof (100 to 500 KB), and other certificates/documents (100 KB to 2 MB in PDF) ready before filling the form.
- Submit your Online Recruitment Applications (ORA) along with the required fee through online mode.
- Pay the application fee via online mode before the closing date.
- Preview your duly submitted application and obtain a printout or screenshot of the filled-up application for your record.
Documents Required
- Matric Certificate (as age proof)
- Essential Qualification certificates
- ID Proof (Aadhaar, DL, Passport etc.)
- Experience certificate (wherever required)
- Any higher educational qualification
- Category / Reservation certificate (if applicable)
HP High Court Stenographer Important Instructions
- Applications are acceptable ONLY IN ONLINE MODE; applications received through any other mode will be rejected straightway.
- Candidates already in service of any Government or Semi Government concern shall be considered ONLY on receipt of their online application through proper channel along with "No Objection Certificate" (NOC) within 15 days from the last date fixed for receipt of application (Job Trainee/contract/casual/adhoc/daily wagers/work charged employees do not need to produce NOC).
- The category once claimed shall be treated final and no representation or correspondence will be entertained.
- Experience and qualification shall be reckoned as on the date of submission of online application.
- Application once submitted cannot be withdrawn or modified, however, it can be cancelled without refund of fee.
- If an EWS candidate is not available for selection, the post will be treated automatically as de-reserved and filled up from a non-EWS candidate of unreserved category.
- The number of vacancies may increase or decrease in future due to administrative reasons.
- Eligible candidates will only be informed through SMS alerts and emails about examinations or tests schedule.
HP High Court Stenographer Important Links
| Link | Details |
|---|---|
| Application Form | Apply Online for HP High Court Stenographer Recruitment 2026 |
| Official Notification PDF | Download Complete Advertisement Notice |
| Official Website | Himachal Pradesh High Court Official Portal |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HP High Court Stenographer Recruitment 2026?
It is an official recruitment notification issued by the High Court of Himachal Pradesh to fill 3 vacant regular posts of Stenographer (Group-C) under the R&P Rules, 2015.
How many vacancies are available for HP High Court Stenographer Recruitment 2026?
A total of 3 vacancies are available, comprising 02 for UR and 01 for EWS category.
What is the last date to apply online for HP High Court Stenographer 2026?
The last date to submit online applications and pay the fee is 07 November 2026 up to 11:59 PM.
What is the educational qualification required for HP High Court Stenographer?
Candidates must possess a Graduation degree with three years of experience as a Steno-typist, Judgment Writer, or Stenographer in any government office or reputed organisation, along with a shorthand speed of 100 W.P.M. in English Stenography and 50 W.P.M. typing speed on computers.
What is the age limit for HP High Court Stenographer posts?
The age limit is 18 to 45 years for Unreserved and EWS candidates, and 18 to 50 years for HP Government employees, reckoned as on 01.01.2026.
What is the application fee for HP High Court Stenographer?
The application fee is Rs. 450/- for Unreserved (UR) candidates and Rs. 300/- for reserved categories of H.P. (SC, ST, OBC, EWS, PH), payable online.
How can I apply for HP High Court Stenographer recruitment?
Candidates can apply online through the official recruitment portal at https://highcourt.hp.gov.in/ or https://www.hphcrecruitment.in/login before the closing date.
Is there any written examination for this recruitment?
Recruitment is conducted on the basis of a competitive examination as per Schedule-IV (Part-H) of the R&P Rules, 2015, which includes English stenography and typing tests.
What is the salary scale for HP High Court Stenographer?
Selected candidates will be placed in Pay Level 11, ranging from Rs. 38,500 to Rs. 1,22,700/- in the pay matrix.
Can offline applications be submitted?
No, applications are acceptable only in online mode. Applications received through any other mode will be rejected straightway.