Gauhati High Court Stenographer Recruitment 2026 – Important FAQs

1. What is the Gauhati High Court Stenographer Recruitment 2026?

The Gauhati High Court has released the recruitment notification for 35 Stenographer Grade-II posts in the district courts of Assam. Eligible candidates can apply online through the official recruitment portal.

2. Which organization is conducting this recruitment?

The recruitment is being conducted by the Gauhati High Court (High Court of Assam, Nagaland, Mizoram and Arunachal Pradesh).

3. How many vacancies are available?

A total of 35 vacancies have been announced for the post of Stenographer Grade-II.

4. When was the official notification released?

The official notification was released on 06 July 2026.

5. When does the online application process start?

The online application process starts on 10 July 2026.

6. What is the last date to apply online?

The last date to submit the online application is 30 July 2026 (up to 5:00 PM).

7. What is the last date to pay the application fee?

Candidates can pay the application fee until 05 August 2026.

8. What is the educational qualification required?

Candidates must possess:

• A Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized university.
• A Diploma/Certificate in Stenography with the prescribed shorthand and computer typing proficiency as mentioned in the notification.

9. What is the age limit?

Candidates should satisfy the age criteria mentioned in the official notification. Age relaxation is applicable for reserved categories as per Government rules.

10. What is the application fee?

• General/OBC/MOBC: ₹500
• ST(P)/ST(H): ₹250
• PwBD: No Fee

11. What is the selection process?

The selection process generally includes:

• Written Examination
• Stenography/Shorthand Skill Test
• Viva-Voce/Interview
• Document Verification
• Medical Examination (if applicable)

12. Is there a shorthand skill test?

Yes. Candidates must qualify the prescribed stenography/shorthand skill test as part of the recruitment process.

13. What is the exam date?

The examination date has not been announced yet. It will be notified later on the official website.

14. When will the admit card be released?

The admit card will be issued a few weeks before the examination. Candidates should regularly check the official recruitment portal.

15. How can I apply for Gauhati High Court Stenographer Recruitment 2026?

Visit the official recruitment portal, complete the online registration, fill in the application form, upload the required documents, pay the application fee, and submit the form before the last date.

16. Can candidates from other states apply?

Yes. Candidates from other states may apply if they fulfill all the eligibility conditions mentioned in the notification. Reservation benefits are applicable as per the recruitment rules.

17. What documents are required during the application?

Generally, candidates need:

• Passport-size Photograph
• Signature
• Educational Certificates
• Stenography Certificate
• Identity Proof
• Category Certificate (if applicable)
• Other documents as specified in the notification.

18. What is the salary of a Gauhati High Court Stenographer Grade-II?

Selected candidates will receive salary and allowances as per the Gauhati High Court pay rules and applicable pay level mentioned in the official notification.

19. Where will the selected candidates be posted?

Selected candidates will be posted in the District Courts of Assam under the Gauhati High Court.

20. Where can I download the official notification?

Candidates can download the official notification and apply online through the official Gauhati High Court recruitment portal.