The Rajasthan High Court Stenographer 2026 notification brings welcome news for shorthand and computer-qualified candidates across the state, with the Rajasthan High Court, Jodhpur inviting online applications for 163 posts of Stenographer Grade-III (Hindi/English) in District Courts and Stenographer Grade-II (Hindi) in District Legal Service Authorities.

Applications open on 22 July 2026 and close on 10 August 2026, and eligible candidates who have passed Senior Secondary with a recognised computer certification can apply through the official portal at hcraj.nic.in. With a stable government pay scale, a structured selection process involving a shorthand test, computer test, and qualifying interview, this recruitment is a strong opportunity for those preparing for judicial and court-based stenographer roles in Rajasthan.

Aspirants are advised to check the complete eligibility criteria, age limit, and application fee before applying, and to complete their registration well ahead of the closing date to avoid last-minute portal issues.

Rajasthan High Court Stenographer 2026: Quick Overview

RHC Stenographer Online Form 2026 – Important Dates

Candidates are strongly advised not to wait for the last date, since the application and fee-payment links will be deactivated automatically once the respective deadlines pass.

High Court Stenographer Recruitment 2026 – Vacancy Details

The 163 posts are distributed across District Courts and District Legal Service Authorities, covering both Non-TSP and Scheduled Tribe Sub-Plan (TSP) areas, as summarised below.

These totals already build in horizontal reservation for women, widows, divorced women, and Persons with Benchmark Disabilities within their respective category shares. The complete district-judgeship-wise vacancy and reservation breakup (covering Ajmer, Alwar, Balotra, Banswara, Barmer, Bhilwara, Jaipur, Jodhpur, Kota, Udaipur and other districts) is available in Annexures 1 to 6 of the official notification. The number of vacancies may be revised upward or downward during the recruitment process without a fresh advertisement.

Rajasthan High Court Stenographer 2026 – Educational Qualification

• Must have passed the Senior Secondary Examination (Arts/Science/Commerce) of the Rajasthan Board of Secondary Education, or an equivalent examination recognised by the Government, or any higher qualification.
• Must have a good working knowledge of Hindi written in Devanagari script and of Rajasthani dialects.
• Must hold one of the following computer qualifications: DOEACC ‘O’ Level or Higher Level Certificate; COPA/DPCS certificate under the National/State Council of Vocational Training; a Diploma in Computer Science/Computer Application from a recognised university or institution; a Diploma in Computer Science & Engineering from a Government-recognised Polytechnic; RSCIT certificate from Vardhaman Mahaveer Open University, Kota; Senior Secondary with Computer Science as an optional subject; or an equivalent/higher qualification.

Rajasthan High Court Stenographer Recruitment 2026 – Physical Fitness & Nationality

• Candidates must be mentally and physically fit for the post, and must submit a medical fitness certificate on selection.
• Candidates must be a citizen of India, or a subject of Nepal or Bhutan holding a valid eligibility certificate from the Government of India.

Rajasthan High Court Stenographer 2026 – Age Limit

Candidates must have completed 18 years and must not have crossed 40 years of age as on 1 January 2027.

Additional relaxations apply for Cadet Instructors, released Emergency/Short Service Commissioned Officers, and ex-prisoners, as detailed in the official notification. Age relaxation for Ex-Servicemen is admissible only under one category.

Rajasthan High Court Stenographer Recruitment 2026 – Pay Scale / Salary

Rajasthan High Court Stenographer Recruitment 2026 – Application Fee

The fee can be paid online through e-Mitra Kiosk/CSC, net banking, or debit/credit card. No refund of the exam fee will be considered, and it cannot be adjusted against any other examination.

Rajasthan High Court Stenographer Recruitment 2026 – Selection Process & Exam Pattern

Selection is based on a Shorthand Test in the language relevant to the post (English or Hindi), a compulsory Computer Test (Speed and Efficiency), and a qualifying Interview.

Group A – English Shorthand Test

Group B – Hindi Shorthand Test

Group C – Computer Test (Compulsory for All)

A candidate must qualify in the relevant subject group (A or B) for the post applied for, and must also compulsorily clear Group C. The Speed & Efficiency Test uses Kruti Dev 010 font for Hindi and Calibri for English, with a minimum required typing speed of 8,000 key depressions per hour. The merit list is prepared on the basis of the total aggregate marks obtained in the Shorthand Test and the Computer Test. The Interview carries no marks and is conducted only to confirm that a selected candidate has no speech impediment that would prevent them from reading back their own writing.

Rajasthan High Court Stenographer Recruitment 2026 – Documents Required

• Recent photograph with name and date clearly printed on it
• Photo ID proof – Aadhaar Card, Voter Card, PAN Card, Driving Licence, or Passport
• Signed declaration as per the prescribed format
• Live/real-time photo, signatures in Hindi and English, and left thumb impression (scanned)
• Good Character Certificate and two additional character certificates
• Applicable category certificate (Caste/Disability/Income & Asset/Death/Divorce proof, as relevant)
• Medical fitness certificate (required at the time of selection)
• No Objection Certificate, for candidates already in Government/PSU service

Rajasthan High Court Stenographer Recruitment 2026 – How to Apply Online

1. Visit the official website of the Rajasthan High Court at hcraj.nic.in and read the Instructions for Online Application published with the notification.
2. Register and fill the online application form between 22 July 2026 (1:00 PM) and 10 August 2026 (5:00 PM).
3. Enter all personal, academic, and computer-qualification details accurately.
4. Select up to five district judgeships, in order of preference, as per the applicable eligibility rules.
5. Upload your photograph, photo ID, signed declaration, live photo, signatures (Hindi & English), and thumb impression in the specified format.
6. Pay the applicable exam fee online between 22 July 2026 and 11 August 2026 (5:00 PM), through e-Mitra/CSC, net banking, or debit/credit card.
7. Review all entries carefully, since no changes are permitted once the form is finally submitted.
8. Download and save a copy of the submitted application for future reference.
9. Download the admit card from the official website once released, using your login credentials; no admit card will be sent by post.

Rajasthan High Court Stenographer Recruitment 2026 – Important Instructions

• Candidates must apply only under the category for which they are genuinely eligible; the selected category cannot be changed later.
• Only complete and accurate applications submitted within the deadline will be accepted.
• No travelling or food allowance is payable for appearing in the examination.
• Mobile phones, smartwatches, calculators, and other electronic devices are strictly prohibited in the examination hall.
• The result will be published only on the official website; no individual communication will be sent.
• Use of unfair means or submission of fraudulent documents may lead to debarment and legal action under the Rajasthan Public Examination (Measures for Prevention of Unfair Means in Recruitment) Act, 2022.

Rajasthan High Court Stenographer Recruitment 2026 – Important Links

• Apply Online: Click here
• Official Notification PDF: Click here
• Official Website: Click here
• Join WhatsApp Channel: Click Here

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs – Rajasthan High Court Stenographer Recruitment 2026)

Q1. How many total vacancies are there in Rajasthan High Court Stenographer Recruitment 2026?

There are 163 total vacancies across Stenographer Grade-III (Hindi/English) posts in District Courts and Stenographer Grade-II (Hindi) posts in District Legal Service Authorities, covering Non-TSP and TSP areas.

Q2. What is the last date to apply?

The online application closes on 10 August 2026 at 5:00 PM, and the exam fee can be paid until 11 August 2026, 5:00 PM.

Q3. What is the application fee?

₹750 for General/Creamy Layer OBC-MBC/other state applicants, ₹600 for Rajasthan’s Non-Creamy Layer OBC/MBC/EWS candidates, and ₹450 for SC/ST/Divyangjan/Ex-Servicemen candidates.

Q4. What is the age limit?

Candidates must be between 18 and 40 years as on 1 January 2027, with relaxations available for SC/ST/OBC/MBC/EWS, women, ex-servicemen, and PwBD candidates as per rules.

Q5. What is the pay scale for these posts?

Selected candidates get a fixed remuneration of ₹23,700 per month during a 2-year probation, moving to Pay Matrix Level L-10 (₹33,800 – ₹1,06,700 per month) after successful completion of probation.

Q6. What is the selection process?

Selection involves a Shorthand Test (English or Hindi, as applicable), a compulsory Computer Test (Speed and Efficiency), and a qualifying Interview that carries no marks.

Q7. What shorthand speed is required?

80 words per minute for English Shorthand and 70 words per minute for Hindi Shorthand.

Q8. What is the minimum educational qualification?

Senior Secondary (10+2) pass along with a recognised computer qualification such as RSCIT, DOEACC ‘O’ Level, or an equivalent diploma.

Q9. How can candidates apply?

Candidates must apply online only through hcraj.nic.in between 22 July 2026 and 10 August 2026, and pay the fee online by 11 August 2026.

Q10. When and where will the exam be held?

The exam is tentatively expected in September 2026 at Jaipur; the exact date, time, and venue will be announced separately on the official website.

Q11. Can a candidate choose a preferred district for posting?

Yes, candidates must select up to five district judgeships in order of preference at the time of application; final posting depends on the merit list and vacancy availability.

Q12. Will an admit card be sent by post?

No. The admit card must be downloaded from the official website using login credentials; it will not be sent by post.

Disclaimer

This article is published purely for general informational and educational purposes to help job seekers understand the Rajasthan High Court Stenographer Recruitment 2026. While every effort has been made to present accurate details based on the official notification available at the time of writing, candidates are strongly advised to verify all information — including vacancy numbers, dates, eligibility criteria, and application procedures — from the official Rajasthan High Court website (hcraj.nic.in) before applying. This website/article is not affiliated with the Rajasthan High Court or any Government body, and shall not be responsible for any loss or discrepancy arising from reliance on this content. Always refer to the original notification PDF for final and authoritative information.

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