Office of the District & Sessions Judge, Patiala is recruiting for 30 Stenographers Grade-III posts on an adhoc basis. This recruitment drive was announced on 04/03/2025, and the positions are located in Patiala. The application process starts immediately, and the last date to apply is 20/03/2025. Applicants from Punjab are eligible to apply for these positions. The selected candidates will be on the job initially for six months, likely.
Recruitment Overview
| Recruitment Organization | Office of the District & Sessions Judge, Patiala |
| Post Name | Stenographers Grade-III |
| Nature of Job | Contractual |
| Mode of Exam | Shorthand and Transcription test. |
| Vacancies | 30 |
| Salary | Rs.29,200/- per month |
| Eligible From | Punjab |
| Job Location | Patiala |
| Category | Various |
Post Details
| Number of vacancies | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Actual vacancies | Anticipated vacancies | ||
| EWS (General) | 02 | General | 02 |
| EWS (General) (Woman) | 01 | General (Woman) | 02 |
| Sportsman (General) (woman) | 01 | EWS (General) (Woman) | 01 |
| SC (Majhbi Sikh/Balmiki) | 03 | Sportsman (SC others) | 01 |
| SC (Majhbi Sikh/Balmiki) (Woman) | 01 | SC (Majhbi Sikh/Balmiki) | 01 |
| SC (others) (Woman) | 01 | SC (Majhbi Sikh/Balmiki) (Woman) | 01 |
| PwBD (Lower Limb Disability) (Woman) | 01 | SC (others) | 02 |
| Ex-Servicemen (General) | 01 | SC (others) (Woman) | 01 |
| Ex-Servicemen (General) (Woman) | 02 | OBC/BC | 01 |
| Ex-Servicemen (SC others) | 01 | OBC/BC (Woman) | 01 |
| Ex-Servicemen (OBC/BC) | 01 | PwBD (Lower Limb Disability) | 01 |
| Ex-Servicemen (General) | 01 | ||
| Total | 15 | Total | 15 |
| Total (15+15) = 30 | |||
Age Eligibility
The age eligibility for the Stenographer Grade-III position is between 18 to 37 years as on 01/01/2025. Relaxation in the upper age limit will be applicable to the reserved categories as per the instructions of the Hon'ble High Court and Punjab Government.
Essential Qualification
| Post Name | Essential Qualification |
| Stenographers Grade-III |
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) or Bachelor of Science (B.Sc) or its equivalent.
Proficiency in computer operation (word processing and spreadsheets). |
Selection Process
| Selection Steps | Details |
| Shorthand Test |
Dictation at 80 w.p.m. in English Shorthand.
Transcription at 20 w.p.m. Maximum 12% mistakes allowed. Qualifying nature, 10 marks, 10 minutes duration. |
| Spreadsheet Test |
Must secure 40% or more marks (i.e., 4 or more marks).
Qualifying in nature Proficiency in the SLP operation. |
How to Apply
- Apply using the form on Patiala District Court Recruitments.
- Fill form legibly in CAPITAL LETTERS.
- Attach attested copies of qualifications, DOB, category proof, and photo.
- Mail the form, labeled "APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF STENOGRAPHER GRADE-III ON ADHOC BASIS."
- Check the official website for test dates.
- Submit by 5:00 PM on 20/03/2025.
- Applications may also be sent to Director, Employment Generation and Training Bureau, Patiala.
- Provide current contact number and email.
Important Dates
| Online Registration Last Date | 20/03/2025 |
| Last time of application submission | 05:00 PM |
Important Links
| Official Website | Click Here |
| Advertisement with Application Form | Click Here |
Frequently Asked Questions
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What is the last date to apply for the Stenographer Grade-III position?The last date to apply is 20/03/2025, by 5:00 PM.
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What is the required qualification for this position?Bachelor's degree (B.A. or B.Sc. or equivalent) and proficiency in computer operation (word processing and spreadsheets)
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What is the selection process?The selection process includes an English Shorthand test, a transcription test and a spreadsheet test.
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What is the age limit for the General category?18 to 37 years as of January 1, 2025