Short Detail:
The High Court of Madhya Pradesh, Jabalpur has announced the MP High Court Stenographer and Assistant Grade-III Vacancy 2026, offering a total of 418 vacancies. Eligible and interested candidates can apply online between 06/10/2026 and 27/10/2026. Applicants who are eligible for Stenographer Grade-II, Grade-III, Court Manager Staff and Assistant Grade-III (English Knowing) are advised to check the complete details regarding eligibility, application fee, age limit, and selection process in the official notification provided below.
High Court of Madhya Pradesh, Jabalpur
MP High Court Stenographer & Assistant Grade-III Vacancy 2026
Advt No.: 666 / Examination / 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date | 06/10/2026 (12:00 PM) |
| Last Date To Apply | 27/10/2026 (05:00 PM) |
| Last Date Of Fee Payment | 27/10/2026 (05:00 PM) |
| Form Correction Windows | 30/10/2026 (12:00 PM) to 01/11/2026 (05:00 PM) |
| Admit Card Date | Coming soon |
| Exam Date | Coming soon |
| Result Date | Coming soon |
Application Fees
| Category | Applicaton Fees |
|---|---|
| UR / Other-State Candidates | ₹943.40 |
| OBC / SC / ST / EWS – MP Domicile | ₹743.40 |
| PwBD | ₹743.40 |
| Additional Skill Test Portal Charge | ₹743.40 for shortlisted candidates |
Note: Pay the fee online. For UR and other-state candidates, the total includes a ₹200 exam fee and ₹743.40 portal charges.
MPHC Stenographer & Assistant Grade-III Vacancy 2026 Age Limit
Age As On Date: 01/01/2026
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 18 Years |
| Maximum Age | 40 Years for UR men; 45 Years for eligible categories |
| Remarks | Age relaxation is available under the stated category and service rules. |
Age Relaxation
| Applicant Category | Upper Age Limit / Relaxation Rule |
|---|---|
| UR men, including other-state applicants / MP EWS men | 40 years |
| MP OBC / SC / ST men and women | 45 years |
| Women and PwBD candidates | 45 years, subject to the prescribed domicile and category conditions |
| Eligible MP Government / Corporation / Board / Autonomous Body employees and Nagar Sainik | 45 years |
| Ex-Servicemen | After deducting military service, remaining age must not exceed the applicable upper limit by more than 3 years. |
| Eligible contractual court employees | Service-period relaxation for staff with at least 5 years of service; upper limit 55 years. |
Applicants from outside MP are counted as UR for reservation. Read the relevant domicile clause before claiming an age benefit.
MPHC Stenographer Grade-II, Grade-III, Court Manager Staff and Assistant Grade-III (English Knowing) Vacancy 2026
Total Posts: 418
| Name of Post | Posts |
|---|---|
| Stenographer Grade-II | 69 |
| Stenographer Grade-III | 299 |
| Stenographer Grade-III (Court Manager Staff) | 20 |
| Assistant Grade-III (English Knowing) | 30 |
| Total | 418 |
Eligibility Details
| Post | Education and Technical Requirements |
|---|---|
| Stenographer Grade-II | Graduate in any stream. Pass CPCT and a recognized Hindi shorthand test at 100 WPM. A recognized 1-year Computer Application diploma is also required. |
| Stenographer Grade-III / Court Manager Staff | Graduate in any stream. Pass CPCT and a recognized Hindi shorthand test at 80 WPM. Also complete a recognized 1-year Computer Application diploma. |
| Assistant Grade-III (English Knowing) | Graduate in any stream. Pass CPCT and a recognized English shorthand test at 80 WPM. Also hold a recognized 1-year Computer Application diploma. |
Computer Qualification and Other Conditions
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| CPCT | Computer Proficiency Certification Test passed through MAP-IT or another approved agency. |
| Accepted Computer Courses | Recognized university / open university diplomas, NIELIT / DOEACC diploma-level courses, Government Polytechnic Modern Office Management and Government ITI 1-year COPA. |
| Higher Computer Qualifications | BCA, MCA, B.E. in CS / IT, B.Sc. or M.Sc. in CS / IT, M.Tech / M.E. and CS / IT Polytechnic diplomas, are accepted |
MPHC Stenographer & Assistant Grade-III: Salary Details
| Post | Salary Range |
|---|---|
| Stenographer Grade-II | ₹28,700–₹91,300 |
| Stenographer Grade-III | ₹25,300–₹80,500 |
| Stenographer Grade-III (Court Manager Staff) | ₹19,500–₹62,000 |
| Assistant Grade-III (English Knowing) | ₹19,500–₹62,000 |
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MP High Court Stenographer & Assistant Grade-III 2026: Selection Procedure & Exam Pattern
Selection Stages
| Stage | Role in Selection |
|---|---|
| Online Preliminary Examination | Screening test of 100 marks. Around 5 applicants per category-wise post are shortlisted. |
| Main Examination / Stenography Skill Test | 100 marks. Skill test scores are used for the final list. |
| Tie in Final Marks | The candidate who is older gets preference. |
Preliminary Exam Subjects
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Language |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Knowledge, General Science and MP GK | 20 | 20 | Hindi / English |
| Mathematics and Logical Reasoning | 20 | 20 | Hindi / English |
| General Hindi | 20 | 20 | Hindi |
| English Knowledge | 20 | 20 | English |
| Computer Knowledge | 20 | 20 | English |
| Total | 100 | 100 | — |
| Exam Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Mode | Online objective multiple-choice exam |
| Duration | 120 minutes |
| Marks per Question | 1 mark |
| Final Merit | Preliminary marks are not added. |
| Negative Marking | Not given in the supplied details. |
Main Exam: Shorthand and Computer Transcription
| Post | Language / Dictation | Dictation Time | Transcription Time | Total Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stenographer Grade-II, Grade-III and Court Manager Staff | Hindi, about 400 words | 5 minutes | 30 minutes | 35 minutes |
| Assistant Grade-III (English Knowing) | English, about 400 words | 5 minutes | 30 minutes | 35 minutes |
| Skill Test Rule | Details |
|---|---|
| Maximum Marks | 100 |
| Hindi Typing Layout | Remington Gail |
| Error Deduction | 0.50 mark per wrong, missing or misspelled word, punctuation error, extra space or typing error. |
| Error Limit | More than 120 errors leads to 0 marks without further evaluation. |
Required Skill Test Marks
| Category | Qualifying Marks out of 100 |
|---|---|
| UR / OBC | 55 |
| EWS | 49.5 |
| SC | 45 |
| ST / PwBD | 40 |
Conditions After Selection
| Condition | Details |
|---|---|
| Service Bond | Selected candidates sign a ₹2,00,000 bond to serve for at least 3 years. |
| Medical Certificate | District Medical Board certificate within 30 days of appointment. |
| Child-Related Rule | The rule on more than 2 living children applies, including the 26/01/2001 condition and statutory exceptions. |
| Reservation | MP domicile conditions apply. Other-state reserved candidates are counted as UR. |
MP High Court Stenographer & Assistant Grade-III 2026: Important Questions & Answer
What is the last date for MP High Court Stenographer and Assistant Vacancy 2026?
The last date is 27/10/2026, and the form must be submitted by 05:00 PM. Fee payment also closes at that time. Candidates should complete all required details and payment before submitting the application.
How many posts are in MP High Court Stenographer and Assistant Vacancy 2026?
The post-wise list has 418 posts. There are 69 Grade-II and 299 Grade-III Stenographer posts. Another 20 posts are for Court Manager Staff and 30 for English Knowing Assistants. The supplied category numbers need confirmation because their sum differs.
Can graduates apply for MP High Court Stenographer and Assistant Vacancy 2026?
Graduation alone is not enough. Applicants also need a CPCT pass and an accepted computer diploma or equivalent course. A recognized shorthand certificate at the required speed is needed, with the language and speed depending on the chosen post.
What is the minimum age for MP High Court Stenographer and Assistant Vacancy 2026?
Applicants must be at least 18 years old on 01/01/2026. The upper age is normally 40 years for UR men. Eligible categories can have a 45-year limit, with further service-based relaxation where the rules allow it.
How much is the fee for MP High Court Stenographer and Assistant Vacancy 2026?
UR candidates and applicants from other states pay ₹943.40. Eligible MP OBC, SC, ST and EWS candidates pay ₹743.40. The supplied table gives ₹743.40 for PwBD as well. A separate ₹743.40 portal fee applies before the skill test.
What is the selection process for MP High Court Stenographer and Assistant Vacancy 2026?
Applicants first take an online preliminary test. Shortlisted candidates then appear for the main stenography skill test. The first test is for screening only, and final ranking depends on the skill test marks. Equal marks are resolved by age.
When is the exam for MP High Court Stenographer and Assistant Vacancy 2026?
An exam date has not been provided yet. The preliminary test schedule will be announced later on the official website. The admit card date is also awaited, so applicants should follow the official updates after registration.
When is correction available for MP High Court Stenographer and Assistant Vacancy 2026?
The form edit period starts on 30/10/2026 at 12:00 PM. It ends on 01/11/2026 at 05:00 PM. Candidates should check which fields can be changed and complete any allowed correction during this period.
