The Office of the District and Sessions Judge in Karnal is seeking applications from qualified individuals to fill 28 positions for Stenographer Grade-III (English) on an Adhoc basis within the Karnal Sessions Division. This pertains to the District Court Karnal Stenographer Recruitment 2026 for 28 positions. Applications should be submitted to the office by 5:00 PM on 13th February 2026. The Shorthand and Transcription Test for the Karnal District Court Steno 2026 is tentatively scheduled for the last week of February 2026.
District Court Karnal Stenographer Recruitment 2026
| Organization | District & Sessions Court, Karnal (Haryana) |
| Post Name | Stenographer Grade-III (English) – Adhoc Basis |
| Total Vacancies | 28 Posts |
| Age Limit | 18 – 42 Years (as on 01.01.2026) |
| Initial Pay | Rs.25,500/- per month |
| Tenure | 06 months or till regular appointment, whichever earlier |
| Selection Process | Shorthand Test + Transcription + Computer Proficiency (Qualifying) |
| Job Location | Karnal Sessions Division, Haryana |
| Last Date | 13 February 2026 (05:00 PM) |
How to Apply:
Applications must be submitted offline, either by post or in person, using the prescribed format. There is no facility for online applications.
- Step 1: Download the Application Form from the provided link or from the official website.
- Step 2: Carefully complete the form with all necessary details.
- Step 3: Include self-attested copies of educational certificates, proof of age, category certificate (if applicable), experience documents (if any), and one recent passport-sized photograph that is duly attested.
- Step 4: Place the application in an envelope marked as: “APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF STENOGRAPHER GRADE-III ON ADHOC BASIS”
- Step 5: Send or submit the application to:
The Office of District and Sessions Judge,
Judicial Courts Complex, Sector-12,
Karnal (Haryana)
- Before 13 February 2026 (05:00 PM).
Eligibility Criteria:
| Post Name | Age Limit | Qualification & Other Requirements |
| Stenographer Grade-III (English) | 18 – 42 Years (as on 01.01.2026) Relaxation as per Haryana Govt rules | Essential Qualification: • Bachelor’s Degree in Arts / Science or equivalent from recognized University • Proficiency in computer operations (word processing & spreadsheets) Skills Required: • English Shorthand @ 80 w.p.m. • Transcription @ 20 w.p.m. on computer |
Selection Process:
| English Shorthand Test (80 w.p.m.) |
| Transcription Test on Computer (20 w.p.m.) |
| Computer Proficiency Test (Qualifying nature only – marks not added in merit) |
Important Links:
| District Court Karnal Official Website | Click Here |
| Application Form | Click Here |
| Detailed Notification PDF | Click Here |
Important Dates:
| Date of Notification | 27 January 2026 |
| Last Date for Receipt of Application | 13 February 2026 (05:00 PM) |
| Tentative Test Date | Last week of February 2026 |



