MP High Court Recruitment 2026: The Madhya Pradesh High Court, Jabalpur has released Advertisement No. 666/Pariksha/2026 dated 06 October 2026. It invites online applications for direct recruitment to Stenographer and Assistant posts in the District and Sessions Courts of Madhya Pradesh. Graduates with a Hindi or English shorthand qualification and a computer diploma can apply.
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MP High Court Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organization | Madhya Pradesh High Court, Jabalpur |
| Advertisement No. | 666/Pariksha/2026 |
| Posts | Stenographer Gr-II, Stenographer Gr-III, Stenographer Gr-III (Court Manager Staff), Assistant Gr-III (English Knowing) |
| Total Vacancies | 418 |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Job Location | District and Sessions Courts, Madhya Pradesh |
| Official Website | www.mphc.gov.in |
| Get Govt Jobs Updates | Click Here |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online application starts | 06 October 2026, 12:00 noon |
| Last date to apply and pay fee | 27 October 2026, 05:00 PM |
| Application correction window opens | 30 October 2026, 12:00 noon |
| Application correction window closes | 01 November 2026, 05:00 PM |
| Online preliminary exam | To be notified later |
MP High Court Stenographer & Assistant Grade-III Vacancy 2026 – Details
| Post | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Stenographer Grade-II | 69 |
| Stenographer Grade-III | 299 |
| Stenographer Grade-III (Court Manager Staff) | 20 |
| Assistant Grade-III (English Knowing) | 30 |
| Total | 418 |
Category-wise breakdown
| Category | Steno Gr-II | Steno Gr-III |
|---|---|---|
| UR | 24 | 98 |
| SC | 7 | 43 |
| ST | 12 | 61 |
| OBC | 22 | 74 |
| EWS | 4 | 23 |
- The OBC rows above follow the 14% quota. The notification also lists 13% provisional OBC posts (9 for Gr-II and 39 for Gr-III), and the 13% UR “provisional” posts are shown separately.
- All 20 Court Manager Staff posts and all 30 Assistant Gr-III posts are Unreserved (UR) only. SC, ST, OBC and EWS candidates will be treated as UR for these posts.
- The number of posts may change. Any change will be announced through a corrigendum on mphc.gov.in.
Salary
| Post | Pay Matrix (7th Pay) | Old Pay Band (6th Pay) |
|---|---|---|
| Stenographer Gr-II | ₹28,700–91,300 | 5200–20200 + Grade Pay 2800 |
| Stenographer Gr-III | ₹25,300–80,500 | 5200–20200 + Grade Pay 2400 |
| Stenographer Gr-III (Court Manager Staff) | ₹19,500–62,000 | 5200–20200 + Grade Pay 1900 |
| Assistant Gr-III (English Knowing) | ₹19,500–62,000 | 5200–20200 + Grade Pay 1900 |
Eligibility Criteria
- The candidate must be a citizen of India.
- Reservation and age relaxation apply only to original residents of Madhya Pradesh. Candidates from other states must apply as Unreserved. Disabled candidates from other states apply as UR (PH).
- A candidate with more than one living spouse is not eligible.
- A candidate with more than two children, one of whom was born on or after 26 January 2001, is not eligible. The notification gives clarifications for this rule.
- The candidate must obtain a medical fitness certificate from the District Medical Board. It can be submitted within 30 days of joining.
- Candidates who have been dismissed from service, debarred by UPSC, a State PSC or a High Court, or convicted of an offence involving moral turpitude are not eligible.
- Candidates must disclose any pending or dismissed criminal case.
- Employed candidates must submit a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from their department.
Educational Qualification
| Post | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Stenographer Gr-II | Graduation from a recognized university, CPCT score card, Hindi shorthand at 100 WPM, and a 1-year computer application diploma |
| Stenographer Gr-III and Gr-III (Court Manager Staff) | Graduation from a recognized university, CPCT score card, Hindi shorthand at 80 WPM, and a 1-year computer application diploma |
| Assistant Gr-III (English Knowing) | Graduation from a recognized university, CPCT score card, English shorthand at 80 WPM, and a 1-year computer application diploma |
Accepted computer diploma and equivalents (as per the MP GAD circular)
- A diploma from any UGC-recognized university or open university.
- DOEACC / NIELIT diploma-level exam.
- Modern Office Management course from a government polytechnic.
- COPA certificate from a government ITI.
- B.E. (CSE/IT), MCA, BCA, M.Sc. (IT/CS), B.Sc. (IT/CS), M.Tech and similar degrees are also accepted.
- An AICTE-approved polytechnic diploma in Computer Science, Computer Application or IT is also accepted.
- A B.Sc. or B.Com. with only one computer subject is not valid.
The educational qualification and CPCT score card must be held on or before the last date of online application.
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Age Limit (as on 01.01.2026)
The minimum age is 18 years.
| Category | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| MP and other-state male candidates (UR) | 40 years |
| MP male candidates (EWS) | 40 years |
| MP male and female candidates (OBC / SC / ST) | 45 years |
| Employees of MP government, corporations, boards and autonomous bodies, and Nagar Sainik | 45 years |
| All female and all disabled candidates (MP and other states) | 45 years |
- Ex-servicemen: The period of defence service is deducted from age. The resulting age must not exceed the maximum limit by more than 3 years.
- Contract employees of the MP High Court or District Courts: Those with at least 5 years of service in an equivalent or higher post get age relaxation equal to their contract period, up to a maximum age of 55 years.
Application Fee
| Category | Exam Fee | Portal Fee | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| UR and candidates from outside MP | ₹200 | ₹743.40 | ₹943.40 |
| OBC / SC / ST / EWS (MP original residents only) and all disabled candidates | ₹0 | ₹743.40 | ₹743.40 |
- The fee can be paid by debit card or net banking.
- The fee is non-refundable and non-adjustable.
- Successful candidates must pay a separate portal fee of ₹743.40 for the Skill Test.
Selection Process
The selection has two stages.
Stage 1: Online Preliminary Exam (100 marks)
- The paper has MCQs, with 1 mark per question and a duration of 2 hours (120 minutes).
- It is a screening test only. These marks are not counted in the final result.
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| GK + GS (including GK of MP) | 20 | 20 |
| Maths + Logical Reasoning | 20 | 20 |
| General Hindi | 20 | 20 |
| English Knowledge | 20 | 20 |
| Computer Knowledge | 20 | 20 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
- Candidates are shortlisted for the Skill Test in a ratio of about 1:5 per post. Candidates tied at the cut-off marks are also included.
- Possible exam cities are Jabalpur, Bhopal, Indore, Gwalior, Sagar, Satna and Ujjain.
Stage 2: Shorthand Skill Test (100 marks)
- Stenographer Gr-II, Gr-III and Court Manager Staff: Hindi shorthand. Assistant Gr-III: English shorthand.
- Dictation of about 400 words for 5 minutes, followed by 30 minutes for transcription on a computer (35 minutes in total).
- Hindi transcription must be done in the Remington Gail keyboard layout.
- Each error costs 0.50 marks. If a candidate makes more than 120 errors, the answer sheet is awarded zero.
- Dictation written in longhand in the notebook leads to loss of full marks.
Minimum qualifying marks in the Skill Test
| Category | Minimum |
|---|---|
| UR and OBC | 55% |
| SC | 45% |
| ST and Disabled | 40% |
| EWS | 49.5% |
Final merit: The final merit is based on the Skill Test marks only. A higher-age candidate gets preference in case of a tie. The posts are filled in this order: Steno Gr-II, then Gr-III, then Court Manager Staff, then Assistant Gr-III. Candidates are considered for the post they chose in the online form, and this choice cannot be changed later.
Other conditions
- Selected candidates must execute a ₹2 lakh bond and serve for a minimum of 3 years.
- District allotment is done through counselling based on merit and vacancy.
- Document verification and the satisfaction of the appointing authority are required.
How to Apply Online for MP High Court Stenographer & Assistant Grade-III Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official website www.mphc.gov.in.
- Click Recruitment/Result, then Online Application Forms/Admit Cards.
- Open this recruitment and read the Advertisement link carefully.
- Click Registration and fill in the required details. A User ID and password will be sent to your mobile number and email.
- Log in through the Application link and fill in the form. Choose your post carefully, because it cannot be changed later.
- Upload your photo and signature.
- Preview the form, click Submit, and pay the fee online.
- Download and print the application form, and keep it safe for later stages.
- If you need corrections, use the Edit Application link between 30 October and 1 November 2026. Registration details cannot be edited.
Important Links
| Link | URL |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Apply Online |
| Official Notification (PDF) | Click Here |
| Official Website | MPHC |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q1. How many vacancies are there in MP High Court Stenographer Recruitment 2026?
There are 418 vacancies: 69 for Steno Gr-II, 299 for Steno Gr-III, 20 for Steno Gr-III (Court Manager Staff) and 30 for Assistant Gr-III (English Knowing).
Q2. What is the last date to apply?
The last date to apply online and pay the fee is 27 October 2026, 5:00 PM.
Q3. What is the qualification required?
You need a graduation in any discipline, a CPCT score card, a 1-year computer diploma, and shorthand speed of 100 WPM (Gr-II) or 80 WPM (Gr-III and Assistant Gr-III).
Q4. What is the age limit?
The age limit is 18 to 40 years for UR and EWS male candidates, and up to 45 years for OBC/SC/ST (MP residents), women, disabled candidates and eligible government employees. Age is counted as on 01.01.2026.
Q5. Can candidates from other states apply?
Yes, but they must apply as Unreserved (UR) and will not get reservation or age relaxation.
Q6. What is the application fee?
It is ₹943.40 for UR and out-of-state candidates, and ₹743.40 for reserved MP candidates and disabled candidates.
Q7. Is there a written exam?
Yes. There is a 100-mark online preliminary exam (screening only), followed by a 100-mark shorthand skill test, which decides the final merit.
Q8. Is a bond required after selection?
Yes. Selected candidates must execute a ₹2 lakh bond and serve for at least 3 years.
Q9. Will the exam date be announced?
Yes. The exam date will be notified later on www.mphc.gov.in.
Q10. Can I change my chosen post after submitting the form?
No. The post choice is final once the form is submitted.
