MPHC has listed 418 vacancies covering Stenographer Grade-II, Stenographer Grade-III, Stenographer Grade-III (Court Manager Staff), and Assistant Grade-III (English Knowing). Listed qualifications include Any Graduate, Diploma; the application deadline is 27 October 2026. Confirm post-wise criteria in the official notice.
Vacancy Summary
| Organization | MPHC |
|---|---|
| Positions | Stenographer Grade-II, Stenographer Grade-III, Stenographer Grade-III (Court Manager Staff), and Assistant Grade-III (English Knowing) |
| Vacancies | 418 |
| Qualification | Any Graduate, Diploma |
| Advertisement number | 666 / Examination / 2026 |
| Application deadline | 27-10-2026 |
Eligibility
The recruiting organization is the Madhya Pradesh High Court, Jabalpur (MPHC). The advertisement lists 418 vacancies: 69 for Stenographer Grade-II, 299 for Stenographer Grade-III, 20 for Stenographer Grade-III (Court Manager Staff), and 30 for Assistant Grade-III (English Knowing).
Applicants must be Indian citizens and meet the conditions in the advertisement. The qualifications below must be obtained by the last date for applications. The required CPCT score card or certificate must be available.
| Post | Listed qualifications |
|---|---|
| Stenographer Grade-II | Graduation in any discipline from a recognized university; a CPCT score card exam passed through MAP-IT or another agency or institution recognized by the Madhya Pradesh Government; Hindi shorthand at 100 words per minute from a recognized board or institution; and a one-year computer application diploma from an institution recognized by the Madhya Pradesh Government. |
| Stenographer Grade-III and Stenographer Grade-III (Court Manager Staff) | Graduation in any discipline from a recognized university; a CPCT score card exam passed through MAP-IT or another agency or institution recognized by the Madhya Pradesh Government; Hindi shorthand at 80 words per minute from a recognized board or institution; and a one-year computer application diploma from an institution recognized by the Madhya Pradesh Government. |
| Assistant Grade-III (English Knowing) | Graduation in any discipline from a recognized university; a CPCT score card exam passed through MAP-IT or another agency or institution recognized by the Madhya Pradesh Government; English shorthand at 80 words per minute from a recognized board or institution; and a one-year computer application diploma from an institution recognized by the Madhya Pradesh Government. |
The advertisement accepts specified computer qualifications in place of the one-year diploma, including certain UGC-recognized diplomas, DOEACC/NIELIT diploma-level examinations, Government Polytechnic Modern Office Management courses, and one-year COPA certificates from Government ITIs. It also lists certain computer-related degrees and AICTE-approved polytechnic diplomas as acceptable. A B.Sc. or B.Com. with only one computer subject is not valid; the advertisement gives a specific exception for a B.Sc. with IT/CS confirmed on the marksheet.
Reservation and age relaxation apply only to Madhya Pradesh domicile candidates. Candidates from other states in reserved categories are treated as unreserved; the advertisement also specifies the category treatment for candidates with disabilities from other states. Selection is subject to the applicable Madhya Pradesh District Court Establishment rules and the other conditions in the advertisement.
Age Limit
Age is calculated as on 01.01.2026. Applicants must have completed 18 years by that date.
| Category | Maximum age |
|---|---|
| Male candidates from Madhya Pradesh and other states in the unreserved category | 40 years |
| Male Madhya Pradesh candidates in the EWS category | 40 years |
| Madhya Pradesh candidates in OBC, SC or ST categories; candidates from other states in these categories are treated as unreserved | 45 years |
| Employees of Madhya Pradesh government, corporations, boards or autonomous bodies, and Nagar Sainik | 45 years |
| Female and disabled candidates from Madhya Pradesh and other states | 45 years |
The advertisement also provides age-relaxation conditions for ex-servicemen and eligible contract employees of the High Court or District Courts. For qualifying court contract employees with at least five years of service, relaxation is equal to the contract service period, subject to a maximum age of 55 years.
Salary
| Post | 6th Pay scale | 7th Pay matrix |
|---|---|---|
| Stenographer Grade-II | 5200-20200 + Grade Pay 2800/- | 28700-91300 |
| Stenographer Grade-III | 5200-20200 + Grade Pay 2400/- | 25300-80500 |
| Stenographer Grade-III (Court Manager Staff) | 5200-20200 + Grade Pay 1900/- | 19500-62000 |
| Assistant Grade-III (English Knowing) | 5200-20200 + Grade Pay 1900/- | 19500-62000 |
Important Dates
- Online applications open: 06.10.2026, from 12:00 noon.
- Application correction starts: 30.10.2026, from 12:00 noon.
- Last date for application correction: 01.11.2026, up to 05:00 PM.
- Online preliminary examination: To be notified later.
Application Fees
| Category | Examination fee | Portal and service-provider fee | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unreserved candidates and candidates from outside Madhya Pradesh | ₹200 | ₹743.40 | ₹943.40 |
| OBC, SC, ST and EWS candidates who are Madhya Pradesh residents, and all disabled candidates | ₹0 | ₹743.40 | ₹743.40 |
Payment can be made by debit card or internet banking. The application is complete only after the prescribed fee is successfully paid within the stipulated time. The advertisement states that fees are not refundable or adjustable. Candidates who qualify for the stenography skill test must separately pay a ₹743.40 portal fee online to the service provider.
Selection Process
Selection has two stages: an online preliminary examination worth 100 marks, followed by a Hindi or English stenography skill test worth 100 marks. Candidates choosing Assistant Grade-III (English Knowing) take the English stenography test.
The preliminary examination is common to all posts. It consists of multiple-choice questions, carries one mark per question and lasts 120 minutes. The advertisement lists examination centres including Jabalpur, Bhopal, Indore, Gwalior, Sagar, Satna and Ujjain; the date will be notified later.
How to Apply
The advertisement says applications are submitted online through the MPHC website. Complete the form, select the preferred post or posts based on the applicable qualification, and pay the fee within the stated period. The post choice cannot be changed after the form is filled, and selection will be considered only for the post chosen.
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Application deadline: 27-10-2026
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For Stenographer Grade-II, Stenographer Grade-III, Stenographer Grade-III (Court Manager Staff), and Assistant Grade-III (English Knowing), confirm the post-wise eligibility and application steps in the MPHC notification before the 27 October 2026 deadline.
