The Office of the District & Sessions Judge in Barnala has issued a public notification regarding the recruitment of 25 Clerks and 07 Stenographer Grade-III positions on an ad-hoc basis. These openings are available for an initial period of six months or until the Hon’ble Punjab and Haryana High Court in Chandigarh makes regular appointments, whichever occurs first. Eligible candidates are required to submit their applications using the prescribed format. The deadline for submitting applications is 25th September 2025. Candidates interested in applying should carefully examine the eligibility criteria, age limits, qualifications, and the application process outlined below. Applications must be accompanied by attested copies of relevant documents and two passport-sized photographs.
Barnala District & Sessions Judge Recruitment 2025 – 32 Clerk & Stenographer Positions
| Job Title | No of Posts |
| Clerk (Ad-Hoc) | 25 |
| Stenographer Grade-III (Ad-hoc) | 07 |
How to Apply:
Eligible candidates are required to submit their applications using the designated proforma (Annexure-B) to the Office of the District & Sessions Judge, Barnala, either by registered post or in person by September 25, 2025, at 5:00 P.M.
Applicants should ensure that they provide accurate information, which includes:
- Name and Father/Husband’s Name
- Date of Birth (with supporting documentation)
- Category (with proof for those in reserved categories)
- Nationality
- Communication Address
- Contact Number and Email
- Educational Qualifications (including percentage of marks)
- Experience in the Judicial Department (if applicable)
Candidates must include the following documents in the specified format:
- Two passport-sized photographs (one to be attached to the proforma)
- Attested copies of qualification certificates
- Proof of date of birth
- Category certificate (if relevant)
- Experience certificates (if relevant)
Eligibility Criteria:
- Clerk (Ad-hoc): A Bachelor’s degree in Arts, Science, or an equivalent qualification from a recognized university, along with Matriculation in Punjabi as a subject and proficiency in Computer Applications (including Word Processing and Spreadsheets).
- Stenographer Grade-III (Ad-hoc): A Bachelor’s degree in Arts, Science, or an equivalent qualification from a recognized university, with Matriculation in Punjabi as a subject and proficiency in stenography as well as computer applications.
Age Limit:
- 18 to 37 years as on 01/09/2025 for General Category.
- Age relaxation applicable for reserved categories as per Punjab Government and Hon’ble High Court norms.
Monthly Salary:
- Clerk (Ad-hoc): Rs.29,200/- (fixed monthly salary according to letter No. 1230 Spl/E.II/VI-I.B.4 (Pb.) 7-E dated 03.12.2024).
- Stenographer Grade-III (Ad-hoc): Rs.29,200/- (fixed monthly salary, subject to changes as per directives from the Punjab Government and High Court).
Selection Process:
- Written Test and/or Skill Test (as applicable)
- Document Verification
Important Links:
| Barnala District Court Application Form & Detailed Notification | Click Here |
Important Dates:
| Opening Date for Application Submission | 03/09/2025 |
| Last Date for Application Submission | 25/09/2025 (17:00 hrs) |
| Cut-Off Date for Age Calculation | 01/09/2025 |
| Tentative Date of Test | To be notified |



