Patna High Court has announced an exciting job opportunity for 111 Stenographer (Group C) positions. If you have completed your 12th class and meet the eligibility criteria, you can apply online for this recruitment starting from August 21, 2025. This is a great chance to build a secure government career in Bihar with a good pay scale.
Patna High Court Stenographer 2025 Overview
| Organization Name | Patna High Court |
| Post Name | Stenographer (Group C) |
| No. of Vacancy | 111 |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Application Start Date | 21st August 2025 |
| Application End Date | 19th September 2025 |
| Last Date of Fee Submission | 21st September 2025 |
| Education Qualification | 12th pass |
| Age Limit | 18 to 37 years |
| Selection Process | Written Exam and Interview |
| Job Location | Bihar State |
| Official Website | patnahighcourt.gov.in |
Vacancy Details
A total of 111 stenographer posts are available under this recruitment drive. The vacancies are divided among different categories as per government reservation rules, including backlog vacancies. There are reserved posts specifically for women candidates as well.
| Category | Regular Vacancies | Backlog Vacancies | Total | Reserved Women Posts |
| Unreserved | 31 | 1 | 32 | 11 (1 backlog) |
| EWS | 6 | 0 | 6 | 2 |
| BC | 8 | 7 | 15 | 6 (3 backlog) |
| EBC | 12 | 14 | 26 | 13 (8 backlog) |
| SC | 11 | 19 | 30 | 12 (8 backlog) |
| ST | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Total | 68 | 43 | 111 | 44 (20 backlog) |
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- Must have passed 12th (Intermediate) from a recognized board.
- Must hold certificates in English shorthand and typing.
- Must have completed a minimum 6-month Computer Application course from a recognized institute.
- Typing speed requirement:
- English Shorthand: Minimum 80 words per minute
- English Typing: Minimum 40 words per minute
Age Limit (as on January 1, 2025)
- Minimum age: 18 years
- Maximum age: 37 years
- Age relaxation as per category:
- Unreserved & EWS (female): up to 40 years
- BC/EBC: up to 40 years
- SC/ST: up to 42 years
- Disabled candidates: up to 47 years
- Additional 5 years relaxation for government employees
Application Process for Patna High Court Recruitment 2025
Apply online only through the official website patnahighcourt.gov.in:
- Register by providing basic details like name, date of birth, mobile number, and email.
- Verify your registration via OTP received on phone/email.
- Login and fill the detailed application form carefully.
- Upload scanned copies of required documents (photo, signature, educational certificates, computer course certificate, shorthand and typing certificates, caste certificate if applicable).
- Pay the application fee online.
- Submit the form and save your confirmation for future reference.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee (INR) |
| Unreserved, BC, EBC, EWS | 1100 |
| SC, ST, Disabled | 550 |
Payment can be made via debit/credit card or net banking.
Selection Process
The recruitment consists of a 3-stage selection:
- Written Test (Three Parts):
- Part A: English Shorthand Computer Typing Test (80 words per minute speed)
- Part B: MCQ Objective Test (English Language, Grammar, Computer Awareness)
- Part C: English Typing Test (40 words per minute speed)
- Interview:
Candidates who clear the written test are shortlisted for the interview, which carries 10 marks.
Patna High Court Exam Pattern 2025
| Part | Description | Marks | Qualifying Marks | Duration |
| Part A | English Shorthand Typing (320 words) | 100 | 85 | Approx. 26 mins |
| Part B | MCQ Test (English, Computer) | 50 | 20 (overall) | 30 mins |
| Part C | English Typing (400 words) | 100 | 90 | 10 mins |
There is no negative marking for the MCQ section.
Salary and Benefits
Selected candidates will receive a monthly salary ranging from Rs. 25,500 to Rs. 81,100 plus allowances such as Dearness Allowance, House Rent Allowance, and Travel Allowance.
Final Notes
This Patna High Court Stenographer Recruitment 2025 is an excellent opportunity for intermediate pass candidates to start a stable government career. Apply on or before September 19, 2025, and prepare well for the written test and interview to secure your future.
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