Recruitment for Stenographer Grade II at Gauhati High Court 2026
The Gauhati High Court, serving the states of Assam, Nagaland, Mizoram, and Arunachal Pradesh, is looking to fill the position of Stenographer Grade-II in Assam's district courts. Here’s a brief overview of the recruitment process for Stenographer Grade-II in 2026.
Recruitment for Stenographer Grade II at Gauhati High Court 2026 – Overview
| Pay Scale / Salary | Selected candidates for the Stenographer Grade-II position will receive a salary ranging from ₹ 22,000 to ₹ 97,000, along with a Grade Pay of ₹ 9,700/- and additional allowances as applicable. |
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| Selection Procedure | The selection process for the Stenographer Grade-II role involves three stages: a Stenography Test, a Written Test, and a Viva-voce. Candidates who secure at least 30 marks in the Stenography Test will be invited to the Written Test, in a ratio of 1:10 based on the number of vacancies. The Written Test will include objective-type (OMR based) multiple-choice questions with the following breakdown: English Language Proficiency: 50 marks, Assamese (Official Language of Assam): 20 marks, Total: 70 marks, with a duration of 1½ hours. Both the English and Assamese segments are qualifying, requiring a minimum of 40% marks in each. Candidates who pass the Written Test will be called for the Viva-voce in a ratio of 1:3, based on merit from the Stenography Test, which is worth 10 marks. Final merit ranking will be determined by the total scores from the Stenography Test and the Viva-voce. In case of ties, preference will be given based on Stenography Test scores, and if those are equal, the older candidate will be prioritized. The Gauhati High Court reserves the right to adjust the cut-off marks for the Written and Stenography Tests. |
| Total Posts | 35 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Last Date | N/A |
| Job Location | Assam |
Gauhati High Court Stenographer Grade-II Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Information
| pay scale | no of posts | name of the post |
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| ₹ 22,000 - ₹ 97,000 + GP ₹ 9,700/- along with other allowances as per rules | 35 | Stenographer Grade-II |
Eligibility Criteria for Gauhati High Court Stenographer Grade-II Recruitment 2026
Applicants must be Indian citizens as outlined in Articles 5 and 6 of the Indian Constitution and must meet the following eligibility requirements for the Stenographer Grade-II position.
Salary Structure for Gauhati High Court Stenographer Grade-II Recruitment 2026
Selected candidates for the Stenographer Grade-II position will receive a salary ranging from ₹ 22,000 to ₹ 97,000, along with a Grade Pay of ₹ 9,700/- and additional allowances as applicable.
Selection Process for Gauhati High Court Stenographer Grade-II Recruitment 2026
The selection process for the Stenographer Grade-II role involves three stages: a Stenography Test, a Written Test, and a Viva-voce. Candidates who secure at least 30 marks in the Stenography Test will be invited to the Written Test, in a ratio of 1:10 based on the number of vacancies. The Written Test will include objective-type (OMR based) multiple-choice questions with the following breakdown: English Language Proficiency: 50 marks, Assamese (Official Language of Assam): 20 marks, Total: 70 marks, with a duration of 1½ hours. Both the English and Assamese segments are qualifying, requiring a minimum of 40% marks in each. Candidates who pass the Written Test will be called for the Viva-voce in a ratio of 1:3, based on merit from the Stenography Test, which is worth 10 marks. Final merit ranking will be determined by the total scores from the Stenography Test and the Viva-voce. In case of ties, preference will be given based on Stenography Test scores, and if those are equal, the older candidate will be prioritized. The Gauhati High Court reserves the right to adjust the cut-off marks for the Written and Stenography Tests.
| 2 Minutes | Voice test before dictation |
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| 100 Marks, Duration 7 minutes | Speed Test in shorthand at a speed of 100 words per minute (700 words) |
| 3 Minutes | Time provided for candidates to test the computer |
| 25 Minutes | Time allocated for transcription of the dictated section on the computer |
Required Documents for Gauhati High Court Stenographer Grade-II Recruitment 2026
Applicants must attach clear and legible scanned copies of the following documents when submitting their online application: proof of age (Class X admit card/Birth certificate), proof of educational qualifications (Marksheet/Pass certificate), a Diploma in Stenography, reservation category certificate (if applicable), disability certificate (if applicable), and a No Objection Certificate from the current employer (only for those already in Government Service).
Age Limit
| Notes | The age limits for applicants, categorized as of the final date for application submissions, are as follows: |
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Important Links
| https://ghconline.gov.in | Click Here ↗ |
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| Apply Link | Click Here ↗ |
| Official Notification PDF | Click Here ↗ |