MP High Court Stenographer Grade-II, III & Assistant Grade-III Recruitment 2026 for 418 PostsLast Date 27 Oct
MP हाईकोर्ट शीघ्रलेखक ग्रेड-II, III और सहायक ग्रेड-III भर्ती 2026, 418 पद
Overview
The High Court of Madhya Pradesh, Jabalpur, has issued Advertisement No. 666/Exam/2026 dated 6 October 2026 for direct recruitment to 418 posts in the establishments of the District and Sessions Courts of Madhya Pradesh. The posts are Stenographer Grade-II (69), Stenographer Grade-III (299), Stenographer Grade-III (Court Manager Staff) (20) and Assistant Grade-III (English Knowing) (30). The Court Manager Staff and Assistant Grade-III posts are all unreserved.
Online applications open at 12:00 noon on 6 October 2026 and close at 5:00 PM on 27 October 2026, with a correction window from 30 October to 1 November 2026. All posts need a graduate degree, a CPCT score card and a one-year computer diploma, along with shorthand: Hindi at 100 wpm for Stenographer Grade-II, Hindi at 80 wpm for Stenographer Grade-III, and English at 80 wpm for Assistant Grade-III. Reservation and age relaxation apply only to MP domiciles.
Under the 7th Pay Commission, Stenographer Grade-II gets Rs. 28,700-91,300, Stenographer Grade-III Rs. 25,300-80,500, and the Court Manager Staff and Assistant Grade-III posts Rs. 19,500-62,000. Selection is through an online preliminary exam (100 marks, 2 hours) followed by a shorthand skill test (100 marks). The exam date will be notified later. Selected candidates must sign a bond of Rs. 2 lakh to serve at least 3 years.
Details
| Organization | High Court of Madhya Pradesh, Jabalpur |
|---|---|
| Posted On | 6 Oct 2026 |
| Total Posts | 418 |
| Qualification | Graduation in any discipline + CPCT score card + one-year computer diploma + shorthand: Hindi 100 wpm (Steno Gr-II), Hindi 80 wpm (Steno Gr-III), English 80 wpm (Assistant Gr-III) |
| Age Limit | Minimum 18 years on 01.01.2026 | Maximum 40 years (UR men, EWS men of MP) | 45 years (OBC/SC/ST of MP, MP government employees, all women and PwD) |
| Application Fee | Rs. 943.40 (UR and candidates from other states) | Rs. 743.40 (OBC/SC/ST/EWS of MP and all PwD) |
| Advertisement Date | 06 October 2026 |
| Apply Start | 06 October 2026 (12:00 PM) |
| Last Date to Apply | 27 October 2026 (5:00 PM) |
| Correction Window | 30 October (12:00 PM) - 01 November 2026 (5:00 PM) |
| Online Preliminary Exam | To be notified |
| Age Reckoned On | 01 January 2026 |
Important highlights
- 418 posts in District Courts of Madhya Pradesh
- Stenographer Grade-II: 69 | Stenographer Grade-III: 299
- Stenographer Grade-III (Court Manager Staff): 20 | Assistant Grade-III (English): 30
- Graduate + CPCT + shorthand required
- Pay up to Rs. 28,700-91,300 (Steno Grade-II)
Selection process
- Online preliminary exam: 100 MCQs of 1 mark in 2 hours (GK & GS incl. MP 20, Maths & Reasoning 20, General Hindi 20, English 20, Computer 20).
- About 5 candidates per post (1:5) shortlisted for the skill test; prelims marks are not counted in the final result.
- Shorthand skill test (100 marks): 400-word dictation in 5 minutes and 30 minutes for transcription on computer, in Hindi (Stenographer posts) or English (Assistant Grade-III).
- Final merit on the skill test, then document verification and district allotment through counselling.
How to apply
- Go to mphc.gov.in > Recruitment/Result > Online Application Forms/Admit Cards between 6 and 27 October 2026.
- Read the advertisement, then register to get your User ID and password on mobile and email.
- Fill the application, choose your post(s) carefully (the choice cannot be changed later), upload photo and signature.
- Pay the fee by debit card or net banking and print the application. Use the 30 October - 1 November window for corrections.
Frequently asked questions
How many posts are in MP High Court Stenographer recruitment 2026?
418: Stenographer Grade-II 69, Grade-III 299, Grade-III (Court Manager Staff) 20 and Assistant Grade-III (English Knowing) 30.
What is the last date to apply?
5:00 PM on 27 October 2026, at mphc.gov.in.
Is CPCT required?
Yes. A CPCT score card from MAP-IT (or an agency recognised by the MP Government) is required for all four posts.
What is the application fee?
Rs. 943.40 for unreserved and other-state candidates, and Rs. 743.40 for OBC/SC/ST/EWS of MP and all PwD candidates.
Disclaimer: Verify eligibility, dates, and fees on the official notification before applying. This page is for information only.