Overview
Office of the Principal District and Sessions Judge, Bengaluru South District, Ramanagara has released a recruitment notification for the post of Stenographer Grade-III (3 vacancies). Eligible candidates can apply online before 30 November 2026.
Key Details
- Organization
- Office of the Principal District and Sessions Judge, Bengaluru South District, Ramanagara
- Qualification
- PUC or Equivalent with Senior Grade Kannada and English Shorthand and Typewriting Qualifications
- Vacancies
- 3
- Advertisement No
- ADM/18/2026
- Posted
- 28 October 2026
- Last date to apply
- 30 November 2026
Important Dates
| Notification Date | 28 October 2026 |
| Application Start Date | 30 October 2026 |
| Application Last Date | 30 November 2026 |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 1 December 2026 |
| Notification Release Date | 28 October 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 30 October 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 30 November 2026, 11:59 PM |
| Last Date for Online Fee Payment | 1 December 2026, 11:59 PM |
| Shorthand Test Date | WILL ANNOUNCE |
| Interview Date | WILL ANNOUNCE |
Important Links
Vacancy Details
Category: Other | Women | Total Scheduled Caste (SC): 1 | 0 | 1 Category-I: 1 | 0 | 1 General Merit: 0 | 1 | 1 Total: 2 | 1 | 3 The reservation distribution is provided in the Kannada notification. Candidates claiming reservation must possess the applicable valid certificates and satisfy the relevant Karnataka Government reservation rules. FREEJOBALERT DAILY QUIZ Preparing for Govt Exams? Test Yourself! 25 Questions · 20 Minutes · Instant Score Take Today's Free Quiz →
Eligibility
Candidates must have passed the PUC examination or an equivalent qualification and the prescribed Senior Grade shorthand and typewriting examinations in both Kannada and English.
Age Limit
The minimum age is 18 years. The upper age limit differs by category, with additional relaxation available under applicable Government orders. Category: Base Maximum Age General Merit: 35 Years Category 2A, 2B, 3A and 3B: 38 Years SC / ST / Category-I: 40 Years Special Age Relaxation: The notification refers to an additional five-year upper-age relaxation under the applicable Karnataka Government order. This benefit is subject to the notification's conditions and applicable recruitment rules. Further relaxations may apply to eligible Ex-Servicemen, Government servants and other categories under the relevant Karnataka Judicial Service recruitment provisions.
Salary
Selected candidates will receive the notified pay scale of Rs. 44,425 to Rs. 83,700 along with applicable Government allowances. Salary Particulars: Details Post Name: Stenographer Grade-III Starting Basic Pay: Rs. 44,425 Maximum Pay Scale: Rs. 83,700 Pay Structure: Rs. 44,425-1,125-47,800-1,250-52,800-1,375-58,300-1,500-64,300-1,650-74,200-1,900-83,700 Additional Benefits: Allowances as Admissible under Applicable Rules The stated pay scale is basic pay progression, not a guaranteed in-hand salary.
Application Fee
The application fee is Rs. 200 for General Merit candidates and Rs. 100 for Category 2A, 2B, 3A and 3B candidates. The notified exempt categories do not need to pay the fee. Category: Application Fee General Merit: Rs. 200 Category 2A / 2B / 3A / 3B: Rs. 100 SC / ST / Category-I: Nil Women Candidates: Nil Eligible PwD Candidates: Nil Fee Payment Last Date: 1 December 2026, 11:59 PM. Payment Mode: Online through SBI e-Pay, Net Banking, Credit Card, Debit Card or UPI using the official application portal. Fees paid through an unauthorized method will not be accepted. The notification states that application fees once paid will not be refunded.
Exam Pattern
The notification describes a practical shorthand examination in Kannada and English. The test assesses the candidate's ability to take dictation and transcribe the material using the prescribed computer-based procedure. Particulars: Details Test: Kannada and English Shorthand Dictation Speed: 120 Words Per Minute Dictation Duration: 5 Minutes Transcription Time: 45 Minutes Shorthand Test Marks: 100 Minimum Qualifying Marks: 50 Interview Marks: 10 The Kannada notification states that shorthand dictation is to be conducted separately in Kannada and English. Eligible candidates will be considered for interview according to their qualifying performance and the recruitment rules. The notification also provides applicable provisions for candidates requiring assistance under disability-related rules.
Selection Process
Qualifying Shorthand Test and Interview
How to Apply
• Visit the official recruitment website at ramanagara.dcourts.gov.in/online-recruitment/. • Locate Notification No. ADM/18/2026 for Stenographer Grade-III. • Download the recruitment notification and general instructions. • Confirm that you satisfy the PUC, Kannada and English shorthand, and typewriting qualifications. • Open the Stenographer Grade-III online application link. • Enter the required personal details, mobile number, educational qualifications and other application information. • Select the applicable reservation category and enter the supporting certificate information, if required. • Upload the prescribed photograph and signature in the specified formats. • Review the entered details carefully before submitting the application. • Submit the online application by 30 November 2026 at 11:59 PM. • Pay the application fee, if applicable, through the prescribed online payment facility by 1 December 2026. • Download or print the completed application and payment receipt for future reference. Important: Applicants must submit correct information. Incomplete applications, incorrect category claims and missing prescribed qualifications may result in rejection.
Required Documents
Applicants must keep original certificates and one set of photocopies ready for verification. Reservation certificates should have been obtained from the competent authority before the application closing date. • Printed copy of the submitted online application form. • Application fee payment receipt, if applicable. • SSLC certificate and marks card. • 2nd PUC or equivalent qualification certificate. • Kannada and English Shorthand marks cards. • Kannada and English Typewriting marks cards or recognized equivalent. • Valid caste certificate, if claiming reservation. • No Objection Certificate for serving candidates, where required. • Ex-Serviceman discharge certificate, where applicable. • Rural reservation certificate, where applicable. • Kannada Medium certificate, where applicable. • Disability certificate from the competent authority, if applicable. • Project Displaced Person certificate, if claiming the applicable benefit. All original certificates and the required photocopies must be produced at the time of document verification. Claims supported by certificates obtained after the application closing date may not be accepted.
Important Instructions
• Only online applications are accepted. • The recruitment is for 3 Stenographer Grade-III posts. • Applicants must have passed PUC or equivalent. • Senior Grade Kannada and English shorthand and typewriting qualifications are mandatory. • Online applications close on 30 November 2026 at 11:59 PM. • The last date for online fee payment is 1 December 2026 at 11:59 PM. • Applicants must provide a valid mobile number for communication. • Photograph and signature must be uploaded separately in the prescribed formats. • Selection includes a shorthand test and interview. • Eligible candidates will be informed about tests through SMS, email and the official court recruitment website. • No travel allowance will be paid for attending the selection tests. • Candidates must preserve their submitted application and payment receipt until completion of the recruitment process. • Providing false or incomplete details may result in cancellation of candidature or appointment.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the important dates for Ramanagara District Court Stenographer Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 3 Posts?
Notification Date: 28 October 2026; Application Start Date: 30 October 2026; Application Last Date: 30 November 2026; Fee Payment Last Date: 1 December 2026; Notification Release Date: 28 October 2026; Online Application Start Date: 30 October 2026; Last Date to Apply Online: 30 November 2026, 11:59 PM; Last Date for Online Fee Payment: 1 December 2026, 11:59 PM; Shorthand Test Date: WILL ANNOUNCE; Interview Date: WILL ANNOUNCE
What is the application fee?
The application fee is Rs. 200 for General Merit candidates and Rs. 100 for Category 2A, 2B, 3A and 3B candidates. The notified exempt categories do not need to pay the fee. Category: Application Fee General Merit: Rs. 200 Category 2A / 2B / 3A / 3B: Rs. 100 SC / ST / Category-I: Nil Women Candidates: Nil Eligible PwD Candidates: Nil Fee Payment Last Date: 1 December 2026, 11:59 PM. Payment Mode: Online through SBI e-Pay, Net Banking, Credit Card, Debit Card or UPI using the official application portal. Fees paid through an unauthorized method will not be accepted. The notification states that application fees once paid will not be refunded.
What is the age limit?
The minimum age is 18 years. The upper age limit differs by category, with additional relaxation available under applicable Government orders. Category: Base Maximum Age General Merit: 35 Years Category 2A, 2B, 3A and 3B: 38 Years SC / ST / Category-I: 40 Years Special Age Relaxation: The notification refers to an additional five-year upper-age relaxation under the applicable Karnataka Government order. This benefit is subject to the notification's conditions and applicable recruitment rules. Further relaxations may apply to eligible Ex-Servicemen, Government servants and other categories under the relevant Karnataka Judicial Service recruitment provisions.
What is the selection process?
Qualifying Shorthand Test and Interview