Orissa High Court Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 64 Junior Stenographer & Typist/DEO Posts
The High Court of Orissa, Cuttack, has officially published Advertisement Nos. 06/2026 and 07/2026 inviting online applications for direct recruitment to 64 Group-C vacancies. The recruitment comprises 33 Junior Stenographer posts (Advt. No. 06/2026) in Pay Level-7 and 31 Junior Grade Typist / Data Entry Operator (DEO) posts (Advt. No. 07/2026) in Pay Level-4. Eligible graduates possessing prescribed shorthand/typewriting speeds and computer application qualifications can submit their online applications on orissahighcourt.nic.in from 13th November 2026 (10:00 AM) to 7th December 2026 (11:59 PM).
📌 Orissa High Court Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Organization | High Court of Orissa, Cuttack |
| Advertisement Numbers | Advt. No. 06/2026 (Jr. Stenographer) & Advt. No. 07/2026 (Jr. Grade Typist/DEO) |
| Posts | Junior Stenographer (33 Posts) & Junior Grade Typist / Data Entry Operator (31 Posts) |
| Pay Scale | Jr. Stenographer: Level-7 (₹25,500 – ₹81,100) | Typist/DEO: Level-4 (₹19,900 – ₹63,200) |
| Total Vacancies | 64 Posts (Group-C) |
| Application Mode | Online (via Orissa High Court Portal) |
| Job Location | Cuttack, Odisha (High Court Establishment) |
📅 Important Dates
- Official Notification Release: 11 November 2026
- Online Application Start Date: 13 November 2026 (10:00 AM)
- Last Date to Apply Online & Pay Fee: 7 December 2026 (11:59 PM)
- Examination & Skill Test Dates: To be announced on orissahighcourt.nic.in
💰 Application Fee
The examination fee must be paid online through Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or UPI:
- General, SEBC & Other Candidates: ₹500/- (Non-refundable)
- SC, ST & Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD): Completely Exempted (NIL)
🎯 Age Limit (as on 12/11/2026)
Applicants must satisfy the following age criteria as of 12th November 2026 (born between 12/11/1984 and 11/11/2005):
- Minimum Age: Above 21 Years
- Maximum Age: 42 Years
- Upper Age Relaxations:
- SC / ST / SEBC / Women Candidates: 5 Years (Up to 47 years)
- Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD): 10 Years (Cumulative up to 15 years for SC/ST/SEBC PwBD)
- Ex-Servicemen: As per Odisha State Government rules
🎓 Educational Qualification
- Junior Stenographer (33 Posts): Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline from a recognized university, minimum shorthand speed of 80 WPM, minimum typewriting speed of 40 WPM, and adequate knowledge of Computer Applications.
- Junior Grade Typist / Data Entry Operator (31 Posts): Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline from a recognized university, minimum computer typing speed of 40 WPM, and PGDCA or equivalent computer qualification from a recognized university/AICTE/government-recognized institution.
📊 Vacancy Details
- Total Vacancies: 64 Posts
- Junior Stenographer (33 Posts – Advt. 06/2026): UR: 11, SEBC: 1, ST: 12, SC: 9 (including 11 horizontal Women posts, 2 PwBD, 2 Ex-Servicemen).
- Junior Grade Typist / DEO (31 Posts – Advt. 07/2026): UR: 7, SEBC: 6, ST: 11, SC: 7 (including 10 horizontal Women posts, 2 PwBD, 1 Ex-Serviceman).
🧪 Selection Process
- For Junior Stenographer: Stage 1: Qualifying Test in English (100 Marks) → Stage 2: Computer Application Test (100 Marks) → Stage 3: Shorthand & Typewriting Skill Test (100 Marks; final merit based on Skill Test marks).
- For Junior Grade Typist / DEO: Stage 1: Preliminary Examination (150 Marks) → Stage 2: Language Test (100 Marks) → Stage 3: Computer Application Test (100 Marks) → Stage 4: Main Written Examination – English Typewriting Test (100 Marks; final merit based on Typewriting Test marks).
📚 Exam Pattern
| Post | Stage / Paper | Subject / Skill Focus | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Junior Stenographer | Stage 1 | Qualifying Test in English (Essay, Translation, Grammar) | 100 | 90 Minutes |
| Stage 2 | Computer Application Test (Theory 50 + Skill 50) | 100 | 60 Minutes | |
| Stage 3 | Shorthand (80 WPM, 5 min) & Transcription (40 WPM, 10 min) | 100 | 15 Minutes | |
| Junior Grade Typist / DEO | Stage 1 (Prelims) | General English, GK, Reasoning & Aptitude (0.5 negative marking) | 150 | 120 Minutes |
| Stage 2 (Language) | English Essay, Precis, Odia-English Translation, Grammar | 100 | 120 Minutes | |
| Stage 3 (Computer) | Computer Application Test (Theory 50 + Skill 50) | 100 | 60 Minutes | |
| Stage 4 (Main) | English Typewriting Test (~400 words; 0.25 penalty/mistake) | 100 | 10 Minutes |
🖥️ How to Apply
- Visit the official Orissa High Court portal at https://www.orissahighcourt.nic.in” target=”_blank” rel=”noopener”>orissahighcourt.nic.in and open the “Recruitment Corner”.
- Select the Examination Portal and choose Junior Stenographer (Advt. 06/2026) or Junior Grade Typist / Data Entry Operator (Advt. 07/2026).
- Complete registration and fill in personal, educational, typing/shorthand, and PGDCA details carefully.
- Upload clear scanned copies of your recent passport photograph, signature, 10th certificate, Bachelor’s degree, and typing/shorthand/PGDCA certificates.
- Pay the ₹500 examination fee online (exempted for SC/ST/PwBD candidates).
- Submit the final online application before 7th December 2026 (11:59 PM) and save a printout for future reference.
🔗 Important Links
👉 https://www.orissahighcourt.nic.in” target=”_blank” rel=”noopener”>Apply Online on Orissa High Court Portal
👉 https://www.orissahighcourt.nic.in” target=”_blank” rel=”noopener”>Download Official Notifications (Advt. 06/2026 & 07/2026)
👉 https://www.orissahighcourt.nic.in” target=”_blank” rel=”noopener”>Orissa High Court Official Website
📈 Why Apply?
- Prestigious High Court Employment: Direct permanent Group-C appointment in the High Court of Orissa establishment at Cuttack.
- Attractive Pay Matrix: Level-7 (₹25,500–₹81,100) for Junior Stenographers and Level-4 (₹19,900–₹63,200) for Typist/DEOs with state DA and allowances.
- Skill-Based Merit Selection: Final merit is decided directly by practical Shorthand/Typewriting performance.
❓ FAQs
Q. What is the last date to apply for Orissa High Court Recruitment 2026?
Online applications close on 7th December 2026 at 11:59 PM.
Q. What is the qualification for Junior Grade Typist / DEO?
Candidates need a Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline, PGDCA or equivalent computer qualification, and 40 WPM computer typing speed.
Q. Who is exempted from the ₹500 application fee?
SC, ST, and Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) candidates are exempted from paying the examination fee.
🏁 Conclusion
The Orissa High Court Recruitment 2026 offers 64 permanent Group-C judicial posts for graduates with stenography, typing, and computer skills. Eligible candidates should apply online at https://www.orissahighcourt.nic.in” target=”_blank” rel=”noopener”>orissahighcourt.nic.in well ahead of the 7th December 2026 deadline.
