Punjab Haryana High Court Stenographer Exam Pattern
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The High Court of Punjab and Haryana recruits two stenographer posts itself: Steno Typist and Senior Scale Stenographer. Both were advertised on 17 February 2026 (Notices 01/ST/HC/2026 and 02/SSS/HC/2026), 25 posts each, with applications open until 10 March 2026.
As of 16 October 2026 the court's recruitment page shows no test date, admit card or result for either notice. The test date will be put on the court's website.
Last checked against the official notification on .
Punjab Haryana High Court Stenographer Details
Exam Pattern
| Steno Typist | Senior Scale Stenographer | |
|---|---|---|
| Shorthand dictation | 80 words a minute, 5 minutes | 100 words a minute, 5 minutes |
| Transcription speed | 20 words a minute | 20 words a minute |
| Mistakes allowed | Up to 4% | Up to 3% |
| Spreadsheet test | 10 marks, 10 minutes, 4 marks to qualify | |
Eligibility Criteria
Both posts need a BA or BSc (or equivalent) degree and working knowledge of word processing and spreadsheets. Age and fee are counted on 10 March 2026.
| Steno Typist | Senior Scale Stenographer | |
|---|---|---|
| Age | 18 to 30 (departmental 18 to 35) | 21 to 30 |
| Relaxation | 3 years SC/ST/BC of Punjab, Haryana, Chandigarh; 10 for lower limb or low vision disability; ex-servicemen service plus 3; court staff up to 5 | 10 for lower limb disability; ex-servicemen service plus 3; serving government employees 10 |
SC, ST and BC benefits need a certificate from Punjab, Haryana or Chandigarh and residence there.
Selection Process
One test decides it. Candidates take shorthand dictation, transcribe it on a computer, and sit a spreadsheet test. The merit list is made on the transcription marks alone; the spreadsheet test is qualifying. Shortlisted candidates are then called by SMS or email for a check of original documents.
Salary
Neither notice gives a pay figure. Pay follows the Punjab Government rules adopted by the High Court.
How to Apply
| Post | Posts | Split |
|---|---|---|
| Steno Typist | 25 (17 direct, 8 departmental) | Direct: General 13, SC/ST/BC 2, ex-servicemen 1, disability 1 |
| Senior Scale Stenographer | 25 | General 20, SC/ST/BC 3, ex-servicemen 1, lower limb disability 1 |
The fee is ₹1,000 for General and out-of-state candidates, and ₹800 for SC, ST and BC of Punjab, Haryana and Chandigarh, persons with the listed disabilities and ex-servicemen (departmental Steno Typist candidates pay ₹1,000). Fee is not refunded.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notices published, applications open | 17 February 2026 |
| Last date to apply | 10 March 2026 |
| Test, admit card, result | Not announced on the court's site yet |
Admit Card
The court will put the admit-card link on its website and also send it by email and SMS. Posting by mail is not done.
Result
Results will appear on the court's results page. Nothing has been posted for these two notices yet.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is there a written exam?
No separate paper. The selection is a shorthand dictation and transcription test plus a spreadsheet test.
Which post needs 100 words a minute?
Senior Scale Stenographer. Steno Typist needs 80.
Has the test date been announced?
Not on the court's site as of 16 October 2026.
Can I apply for both posts?
The notices are separate and each needs its own application and fee.
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