HP High Court Recruitment 2026 – 12 Stenographer, PA/Judgment Writer Posts
HP High Court Recruitment 2026 — Quick Facts
| Last Date | 15 September 2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 12 (3 PA + 6 PA + 3 Steno) |
| Post Names | PA/Judgment Writer, Stenographer |
| Age Limit | Refer to notification |
| Qualification | Graduate + Steno speed |
| Fee | Nil |
| Salary | PA: ₹43K–1.36L | Steno: ₹38.5K–1.22L |
| Selection | Proficiency Test |
| Apply | DOWNLOAD FORM |
| Notification | DOWNLOAD PDF |
| Website | highcourt.hp.gov.in |
| Advt. No. | HHC/Recruit./HC/Steno./2025-1 |
Last verified against official notification: 31 August 2026
HP High Court Stenographer and PA/Judgment Writer Recruitment 2026
Himachal Pradesh High Court has released a notification for 12 Stenographer and Personal Assistant/Judgment Writer posts. This is a departmental recruitment for candidates already working as stenographers in HP High Court or District Judiciary. The selection is based on a limited competitive proficiency test. Last date to apply offline is 15 September 2026.
This recruitment is open to Graduate stenographers with the required typing and transcription speeds. The posts include Personal Assistant/Judgment Writer (Group-B) in Mode-C and Mode-D, and Stenographer (Group-C) in Mode-B. Applications must be sent through proper channel via Speed Post or Registered Post.
The salary ranges from ₹38,500 to ₹1,36,000 depending on the post. No application fee is required. Interested candidates should read the official notification carefully before applying.
HP High Court Steno and PA Recruitment 2026 — Important Dates
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Released | August 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Offline | 15 September 2026 |
Application Fee
No application fee is mentioned in the official notification.
HP High Court Recruitment 2026 — Vacancy and Eligibility
HP High Court has announced 12 vacancies for Stenographer and Personal Assistant/Judgment Writer posts. This is a departmental recruitment for existing stenographers.
Vacancy Breakdown
| Post Name | Posts | Pay Level |
|---|---|---|
| Personal Assistant/Judgment Writer (Group-B) — Mode-C | 3 | Level 12: ₹43,000–1,36,000 |
| Personal Assistant/Judgment Writer (Group-B) — Mode-D | 6 | Level 12: ₹43,000–1,36,000 |
| Stenographer (Group-C) — Mode-B | 3 | Level 11: ₹38,500–1,22,700 |
| Total | 12 |
Eligibility Criteria
- Personal Assistant/Judgment Writer — Mode-C: Graduate stenographers working in HP High Court, or Junior Scale Stenographers with at least 5 years of service in High Court
- Personal Assistant/Judgment Writer — Mode-D: Graduate Senior Scale Stenographers working in District Judiciary of H.P. with at least 5 years of experience as Senior Scale Stenographer
- Stenographer — Mode-B: Graduate Junior Scale Stenographers working in High Court (1 year experience) or District Judiciary of H.P. (3 years experience)
- Qualification: Graduate degree with prescribed stenography, typing, and transcription speed
HP High Court Steno PA Recruitment 2026 — Salary
Pay Scale
| Post Name | Pay Level | Salary Range |
|---|---|---|
| Personal Assistant/Judgment Writer (Group-B) | Level 12 | ₹43,000–1,36,000 |
| Stenographer (Group-C) | Level 11 | ₹38,500–1,22,700 |
HP High Court Recruitment 2026 — Selection Process
The selection for HP High Court Stenographer and PA/Judgment Writer posts will be based on a Limited Competitive Proficiency Test. This is a departmental exam for candidates already working as stenographers.
HP High Court Steno PA Recruitment 2026 — How to Apply
Step-by-Step Application Process
- Step 1: Read the official notification carefully before applying
- Step 2: Download the application form from highcourt.hp.gov.in
- Step 3: Fill the application form with correct information
- Step 4: Attach self-attested copies of required documents — photograph, signature, ID proof, certificates
- Step 5: Send the completed application through Speed Post / Registered Post to the address mentioned in the notification
- Step 6: Ensure the application reaches before 15 September 2026
Documents Required
- Self-attested copies of educational certificates
- Self-attested copies of experience certificates
- Recent photograph
- Signature
- ID proof (Aadhaar/Voter ID/Driving License)
- Caste certificate (if applicable)
HP High Court Steno PA Recruitment 2026 — Important Links
Official Recruitment Links
- Official Notification PDF - Download PDF
- Application Form - Download Form
- Official Website - highcourt.hp.gov.in
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HP High Court Steno PA Recruitment 2026 — Frequently Asked Questions
The last date to submit the offline application is 15 September 2026.
12 vacancies are available — 6 for Personal Assistant/Judgment Writer (Group-B), 3 for Personal Assistant/Judgment Writer (Group-B) Mode-C, and 3 for Stenographer (Group-C).
Candidates must be Graduate stenographers with the prescribed stenography, typing, and transcription speed. Specific experience requirements vary by post — refer to the eligibility section above.
The application mode is strictly offline. Candidates must send their applications through Speed Post or Registered Post.
Personal Assistant/Judgment Writer (Group-B): Pay Level 12 (₹43,000–1,36,000). Stenographer (Group-C): Pay Level 11 (₹38,500–1,22,700).
The selection is based on a Limited Competitive Proficiency Test.
No application fee is mentioned in the official notification.
This is a departmental recruitment for stenographers already working in HP High Court or District Judiciary of H.P. Refer to the official notification for detailed eligibility.
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