The High Court of Madhya Pradesh, Jabalpur (MPHC) has officially released the detailed recruitment notification for appointment to the posts of Stenographer Grade-II, Stenographer Grade-III, Stenographer Grade-III (Court Manager Staff), and Assistant Grade-III (English Knowing) across the District and Sessions Courts of Madhya Pradesh. The official recruitment advertisement has been published under Advt. No. 666/Pariksha/2026.
This recruitment drive aims to fill 418 vacancies in the judicial establishments of Madhya Pradesh. Eligible Indian citizens holding a Bachelor’s degree in any discipline, a valid CPCT score card, prescribed Hindi/English shorthand certification, and a recognized one-year computer diploma can submit their applications online. The application portal opened on October 6, 2026 (12:00 Noon) and will remain active until October 27, 2026 (up to 05:00 PM) on the official website mphc.gov.in.
Quick Overview
| Field | Official Information |
| Recruiting Authority | High Court of Madhya Pradesh, Jabalpur (MPHC) |
| Advertisement Number | Advt. No. 666/Pariksha/2026 (Dated 06.10.2026) |
| Recruitment Category | Direct Recruitment (Judicial Subordinate Court Establishments) |
| Post Titles | Stenographer Gr-II, Stenographer Gr-III, Steno Gr-III (Court Manager Staff), Assistant Gr-III (English Knowing) |
| Total Vacancies | 418 Posts |
| Job Location | District & Sessions Courts across Madhya Pradesh (Allotted via Counselling) |
| Selection Mode | Online Preliminary Screening Exam (100 Marks) -> Stenography Skill Test (100 Marks) |
| Application Mode | Online Only |
| Official Website | mphc.gov.in |
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Important Dates
| Event / Stage | Official Schedule |
| Online Application Opening Date | October 6, 2026 (From 12:00 Noon) |
| Online Application & Fee Payment Closing Date | October 27, 2026 (Up to 05:00 PM) |
| Application Correction Window Opening Date | October 30, 2026 (From 12:00 Noon) |
| Application Correction Window Closing Date | November 1, 2026 (Up to 05:00 PM) |
| Crucial Date for Age Calculation | January 1, 2026 |
| Online Preliminary Examination Date | To be notified later via mphc.gov.in |
| Admit Card Availability | Expected 7 days prior to the preliminary exam |
Application Fee Structure
The application fee must be remitted strictly online via Debit Card or Net Banking:
| Candidate Category | Examination Fee (A) | Portal & Service Charges (B) | Total Fee Payable (A + B) |
| Unreserved (UR) & All Outstation Candidates (Other States) | ₹200.00 | ₹743.40 | ₹943.40 |
| OBC, SC, ST & EWS of Madhya Pradesh Domicile | ₹0.00 | ₹743.40 | ₹743.40 |
| All Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwD) | ₹0.00 | ₹743.40 | ₹743.40 |
Important Fee Notes:
- Candidates qualifying for the Stage 2 Stenography Skill Test must separately pay a portal fee of ₹743.40 online to the service provider.
- Fees once deposited are non-refundable and non-adjustable under any circumstances.
Vacancy Details & Pay Scale
A total of 418 vacancies are available across four distinct cadres. Selected candidates will receive salaries in accordance with the 7th CPC Pay Matrix:
| Post Name | Total Vacancies | 6th Pay Scale | 7th CPC Pay Matrix Level |
| Stenographer Grade-II | 69 Posts | ₹5,200 – ₹20,200 + GP ₹2,800/- | ₹28,700 – ₹91,300/- |
| Stenographer Grade-III | 299 Posts | ₹5,200 – ₹20,200 + GP ₹2,400/- | ₹25,300 – ₹80,500/- |
| Stenographer Grade-III (Court Manager Staff) | 20 Posts | ₹5,200 – ₹20,200 + GP ₹1,900/- | ₹19,500 – ₹62,000/- |
| Assistant Grade-III (English Knowing) | 30 Posts | ₹5,200 – ₹20,200 + GP ₹1,900/- | ₹19,500 – ₹62,000/- |
| Total Vacancies | 418 Posts | — | — |
Category-Wise Distribution Breakdown:
- Stenographer Grade-II (69 Posts): UR: 33 (24 regular + 9 provisional 13%), SC: 07, ST: 12, OBC: 44 (22 under 27%, 13 under 14%, 9 provisional 13%), EWS: 04. (Horizontal: Women: 23, Ex-SM: 06, PwD: 04).
- Stenographer Grade-III (299 Posts): UR: 137 (98 regular + 39 provisional 13%), SC: 43, ST: 61, OBC: 148 (74 under 27%, 35 under 14%, 39 provisional 13%), EWS: 23. (Horizontal: Women: 104, Ex-SM: 29, PwD: 18).
- Stenographer Grade-III (Court Manager Staff) (20 Posts): Open exclusively under Unreserved (UR: 20).
- Assistant Grade-III (English Knowing) (30 Posts): Open exclusively under Unreserved (UR: 30).
(Note: In compliance with pending OBC reservation litigation, results will be declared in two parts: 87% main selection list and 13% provisional list. 20% horizontal reservation is earmarked for contract employees with 5+ years of service in MP High Court/District Courts).
Essential Qualifications & Eligibility Standards
All prescribed educational and technical credentials must be obtained on or before the closing date of application (October 27, 2026):
1. Post-Wise Qualification Matrix:
| Post Designation | Essential Educational & Technical Qualifications |
| Stenographer Grade-II | 1. Graduation in any discipline from a recognized University. 2. Valid CPCT Score Card from MAP-IT or recognized body. 3. Hindi Shorthand examination passed at 100 W.P.M. from an MP Govt recognized board. 4. 1-Year Diploma in Computer Application from a recognized institution. |
| Stenographer Grade-III & Steno (Court Manager Staff) | 1. Graduation in any discipline from a recognized University. 2. Valid CPCT Score Card from MAP-IT or recognized body. 3. Hindi Shorthand examination passed at 80 W.P.M. from an MP Govt recognized board. 4. 1-Year Diploma in Computer Application from a recognized institution. |
| Assistant Grade-III (English Knowing) | 1. Graduation in any discipline from a recognized University. 2. Valid CPCT Score Card from MAP-IT or recognized body. 3. English Shorthand examination passed at 80 W.P.M. from an MP Govt recognized board. 4. 1-Year Diploma in Computer Application from a recognized institution. |
2. Approved Computer Diploma Norms:
As per MP GAD circular No. C3-07/2015/1/3, the following computer diplomas are valid:
- Diploma from any UGC-recognized University or Open University.
- Diploma from DOEACC / NIELIT.
- Modern Office Management course from a Government Polytechnic.
- One-year COPA certificate from a Government ITI.
- Higher technical degrees: B.E. (CSE/IT), M.C.A., B.C.A., M.Sc. (CS/IT), B.Sc. (CS/IT), M.Tech, and AICTE-approved polytechnic diplomas in CS/IT. (Degrees where computer was studied as merely one subject, such as plain B.Sc./B.Com., are not accepted).
Age Limit & Relaxation Norms
The crucial date for age calculation is January 1, 2026:
- Minimum Age Limit: 18 Years (as on 01.01.2026)
| Candidate Category | Maximum Age Ceiling | Applicable Age Relaxation |
| Male Candidates of MP & Other States (General/UR) | 40 Years | Standard Ceiling |
| Male Candidates of MP (EWS Category) | 40 Years | Standard Ceiling |
| Male & Female Candidates of MP (SC / ST / OBC) | 45 Years | 05 Years Relaxation |
| All Female Applicants (MP & Outside States) | 45 Years | 05 Years Relaxation |
| All Disabled Applicants (PwD of MP & Other States) | 45 Years | 05 Years Relaxation |
| MP Govt / Corporation / Board Employees & Nagar Sainik | 45 Years | 05 Years Relaxation |
| Contract Staff of MP High Court / District Courts | Up to 55 Years | Relaxation equivalent to contract service (min 5 years) |
(Note: Reservation and age relaxations are restricted to original domiciles of Madhya Pradesh. Candidates from other states are considered under the Unreserved category).
Selection Architecture & Examination Scheme
The recruitment process consists of two stages:
Online Preliminary Screening (100 Marks) -> Offline Stenography Skill Test (100 Marks) -> Document Verification -> Final Merit List
Stage 1: Online Preliminary Examination (Screening Only – 100 Marks)
- Format: Computer-Based Objective Multiple Choice Test.
- Duration: 120 Minutes (2 Hours).
- Marking: 100 questions for 100 marks (1 mark per question). No negative marking.
- Shortlisting Ratio: Candidates will be shortlisted for Stage 2 in a 1:5 ratio based on merit.
| Subject Section | Number of Questions | Maximum Marks | Medium |
| General Knowledge & General Studies (including MP GK) | 20 Questions | 20 Marks | Hindi & English |
| Mathematics & Logical Reasoning | 20 Questions | 20 Marks | Hindi & English |
| General Hindi | 20 Questions | 20 Marks | Hindi Only |
| English Knowledge | 20 Questions | 20 Marks | English Only |
| Computer Knowledge | 20 Questions | 20 Marks | English Only |
| Total Scheme | 100 Questions | 100 Marks | — |
Stage 2: Stenography & Typing Skill Test (100 Marks – Deciding Merit)
- Stenographer Grade-II, III & Court Manager Staff: Hindi Stenography dictation of approx. 400 words in 5 minutes, followed by 30 minutes transcription on computer in Remington Gail font (Total 35 Minutes – 100 Marks).
- Assistant Grade-III (English Knowing): English Stenography dictation of approx. 400 words in 5 minutes, followed by 30 minutes transcription on computer (Total 35 Minutes – 100 Marks).
- Deduction & Evaluation: 0.50 mark will be deducted for every error (spelling error, omitted word, punctuation or spacing flaw). Candidates committing more than 120 errors will be awarded zero (00) marks.
- Qualifying Percentages: UR/OBC: 55%, EWS: 49.5%, SC: 45%, ST/PwD: 40%.
Mandatory Documents Checklist
Candidates qualifying for Stage 2 must submit the application form along with self-attested copies of the following documents:
- 10th (High School) Marksheet and Board Certificate (Proof of Date of Birth).
- Graduation Degree Marksheets (all semesters/years) and Degree Certificate.
- Valid CPCT Score Card issued by MAP-IT.
- Shorthand Examination Passing Certificate (80 WPM / 100 WPM as applicable).
- 1-Year Computer Diploma Certificate (DCA/PGDCA/BCA/COPA etc.).
- MP Domicile Certificate (for fee concession and reservation benefits).
- Caste Certificate (SC/ST/OBC) / EWS Income & Asset Certificate (issued by competent authority).
- Disability Certificate (issued by District Medical Board for PwD applicants).
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) from current employer (if serving in Govt/PSU).
- Valid Government Photo ID Proof (Aadhaar Card, Voter ID, PAN Card, Driving License).
Step-by-Step Online Application Workflow
Eligible candidates can complete the online application process by following these steps:
Visit the official website of the Madhya Pradesh High Court at mphc.gov.in.
Click on the “Recruitment / Result” button on the homepage, then select “Click on – Online Application Forms/Admit Cards”.
Locate the recruitment section for Advt. No. 666/Pariksha/2026 and click on the “Registration” link.
Complete the registration by entering your personal details, mobile number, and active email ID to receive your unique User-ID and Password.
Log in using your generated credentials and click on the “Application” link.
Fill in personal background details, residential address, category, CPCT score details, shorthand speed, and educational credentials. Select your post preference carefully (post choices cannot be altered later).
Upload scanned copies of your recent passport-size photograph and clear digital signature in the prescribed format.
Review your entries using the “Preview” option to ensure all spellings and roll numbers are accurate.
Proceed to the online payment gateway and pay the applicable fee (₹943.40 for UR/Other States, ₹743.40 for MP Reserved/PwD) via Debit Card or Net Banking.
Print the final submitted confirmation page and fee receipt for future reference during document verification.
(Note: If needed, the correction window will remain open from October 30, 2026 to November 1, 2026).
Service Bond & Key Service Conditions
- Service Bond: Selected candidates must execute a service bond of ₹2,00,000/- (Two Lakh Rupees) committing to serve for a minimum period of 3 years. Resignation or abandonment of service before 3 years attracts the full penalty of ₹2,00,000 (exempted if resigning with prior permission to join MP Government or Central Government service).
- District Allocation: Districts will be allotted through central counselling based on category-wise merit and vacancy availability. The appointing authority is the Principal District & Sessions Judge of the respective district.
- Child Norm Disqualification: Candidates having more than two living children, one of whom was born on or after January 26, 2001, are disqualified as per MP Civil Services Rules.
Important Links
| Link Description | Official Link |
| MPHC Official Recruitment Portal | Click Here to Apply Online |
| Download Official Notification PDF (Advt. 666/2026) | Download Official Notification |
| Madhya Pradesh High Court Official Website | Visit Official High Court Portal |
| Technical Support / Help Desk Contact | Phone: 919513253398 |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q1. What is the last date to apply online for MPHC Stenographer & Assistant Recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit online applications along with fee payment is October 27, 2026 (up to 05:00 PM). The online correction window will be open from October 30 to November 1, 2026.
Q2. How many total vacancies are announced under Advt. No. 666/Pariksha/2026?
A total of 418 vacancies have been notified across four posts: Stenographer Grade-II (69), Stenographer Grade-III (299), Stenographer Grade-III Court Manager Staff (20), and Assistant Grade-III English Knowing (30).
Q3. Is a CPCT Score Card mandatory for all posts?
Yes. A valid CPCT score card passed from MAP-IT (or an MP Government recognized institution) is mandatory for all four advertised posts.
Conclusion & Key Takeaways
The MPHC Stenographer & Assistant Recruitment 2026 for 418 posts offers a stable career in the District and Sessions Courts of Madhya Pradesh. With pay matrix scales reaching up to Level ₹28,700 – ₹91,300 for Stenographer Grade-II, this is an excellent opportunity for candidates holding CPCT, shorthand, and computer qualifications.
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