Here are the full, confirmed details for the Patna High Court Stenographer Recruitment 2025 for 111 Group-C Stenographer posts:
Official Overview & Dates
The recruitment notification (Advt. No. PHC/02/2025) was officially released on 20 August 2025.
The online application portal opens on 21 August 2025 and the last date to apply is 19 September 2025.
Vacancy & Eligibility Requirements
Total Posts: 111 Stenographer (Group-C) positions.
Minimum Qualification:
Completed Intermediate (12th) from a recognized board.
Certificate in English Shorthand and English Typing from a recognized institution.
6-month Computer Application Diploma/Certificate (as per some sources).
Age Criteria (as of 1 January 2025)
Minimum Age: 18 years
Maximum Age Limits:
37 years for General/EWS (Male)
40 years for General/EWS (Female) and BC/EBC (Male)
42 years for SC/ST (all categories)
47 years across categories (possible super-relaxation or other special cases)
Salary & Pay Scale
Selected candidates will receive pay under Level-4 of the 7th Pay Commission, which ranges from ₹25,500 to ₹81,100 plus usual allowances.
Selection Process
The recruitment process typically includes:
Written Examination
English Shorthand & Computer Typing Test
Interview
Application Fees
According to secondary sources:
General / EWS / BC / EBC: ₹1,100
SC / ST: ₹550
Payments can be made via Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI, or other online methods.
Summary Table
Feature Details
Posts 111 Stenographer (Group-C)
Apply Online 21 August – 19 September 2025
Qualification 12th pass + English Stenography & Typing Cert. + Computer Certificate
Age Limit 18–37 (Gen/EWS M), up to 47 (others)
Selection Stages Written Test → Shorthand/Typing Test → Interview
Salary ₹25,500 – ₹81,100 (Level-4) + allowances
Application Fee Gen/EWS/BC/EBC: ₹1,100 · SC/ST: ₹550
Next Steps & Tips
Apply before 19 September 2025—don’t wait for the last day!
Download and read the official notification (Advt. No. PHC/02/2025) from the official Patna High Court website to confirm eligibility criteria, formats for uploading documents, detailed age relaxations, and exam syllabus.
Ensure your shorthand and typing certificates are valid and in the required format before applying.
Start preparing for the exam tests:
Refresh shorthand skills (both speed and accuracy)
Practice computer typing
Brush up on general written test content (if syllabus is shared)
Keep a checklist of documents (certificate copies, ID proof, photos, etc.) ready for application.