1. Introduction - A Word to Every Stenography Aspirant

If you are preparing for stenography jobs in India, you already know the struggle.

Hours of shorthand dictation practice, aching fingers from typing, repeated failures at 70-75 w.p.m., and the constant fear - “Will I ever reach 80 or 100 w.p.m.?”

This recruitment from District Court Rohtak for Stenographer Grade III is meant exactly for candidates like you.

Unlike many government jobs where only theoretical knowledge matters, stenographer recruitment is a pure skill-based opportunity. Here, your real ability - shorthand speed, transcription accuracy, and typing discipline - decides everything.

For candidates who have invested months or years in shorthand, this vacancy is a genuine chance to enter a respected government position with stable income and long-term security.

2. Key Notification Details

ParticularDetails
OrganizationOffice of the District & Sessions Judge, Rohtak
Post NameStenographer Grade III
Total Steno Vacancies15 Posts
QualificationBachelor Degree
Skill Requirement80 w.p.m English Shorthand + 20 w.p.m Transcription
Age Limit18 to 42 years
PayRs. 25,500 per month (consolidated)
Mode of ApplicationOffline
Last Date to Apply18 February 2026

3. Understanding the Stenographer Role in Reality

Many aspirants imagine stenographers only typing letters all day. The real job is more responsible.

What a stenographer actually does:

  • Take dictation from judges and senior officers
  • Prepare official correspondence
  • Draft court orders and judgments
  • Maintain records and files
  • Handle confidential documentation
  • Type legal documents accurately within deadlines

In courts, a stenographer is not just a typist - you become the official communication backbone of the judge’s office.

Work Environment

  • Professional and disciplined
  • Respectable government setup
  • Fixed working hours
  • Minimal field work
  • Stable, desk-oriented job

For candidates who prefer structured office work rather than sales or field jobs, stenography is an excellent career.

4. Eligibility Breakdown - Practical View

Educational Qualification

  • Bachelor of Arts / Science or equivalent
  • Recognized university degree
  • Proficiency in computers (Word & Spreadsheet)

This means:

Even if you are an average graduate, you are eligible. The real deciding factor is skill test performance, not high academic marks.

Age Limit

  • Minimum: 18 years
  • Maximum: 42 years (as on 01.01.2026)
  • Relaxation as per Haryana Government rules

Who is Truly Suitable?

You should apply only if:

  • You already practice English shorthand
  • You can write at least 70-75 w.p.m comfortably
  • You are confident of reaching 80 w.p.m by exam date
  • You type reasonably well on computer

If you have never learned shorthand before, this vacancy is not for beginners.

5. Skill Test Requirements - THE MOST IMPORTANT PART

Everything in this recruitment revolves around one line:

80 words per minute in English Shorthand and 20 w.p.m Transcription

Let’s decode this in simple terms.

What Examiners Actually Check

  1. Speed

    • Can you actually take dictation at 80 w.p.m without breakdown?

  2. Accuracy

    • No major omissions
    • No wrong outlines
    • Proper sentence formation

  3. Transcription Ability

    • Converting shorthand notes into typed English
    • Formatting
    • Spelling and grammar

  4. Computer Proficiency

    • Basic MS Word handling
    • Fast and clean typing

Common Reasons Candidates Fail

  • Writing too fast but inaccurate
  • Poor transcription practice
  • Weak English grammar
  • Nervousness during dictation
  • Inability to read own shorthand notes
  • Lack of typing speed

Remember:
Shorthand speed alone does not guarantee selection.

Accuracy and transcription matter equally.

6. How to Apply - Simple Guided Steps

Since this is an offline application, follow carefully:

  1. Download application form from official website
  2. Fill separate form for Stenographer post
  3. Attach:
    • Recent passport photo
    • Educational certificates
    • Category certificates (if applicable)
  4. Self-attest all documents
  5. Submit by hand or post to:

District and Sessions Judge, Sessions Court, Rohtak

Important Warnings

  • Do NOT apply for Clerk and Steno with same form
  • Unsigned forms will be rejected
  • Incomplete forms will be rejected
  • Applications after 18.02.2026 will not be accepted

One small form mistake can destroy your chance - be extremely careful.

7. Salary, Growth & Career Outlook

Current Pay

  • Rs. 25,500 per month (consolidated)

Though initially contractual, court stenographer posts generally:

  • Offer regularization chances
  • Provide stable government career
  • Have clear promotion path
  • Ensure long-term job security

Future Growth

Typical hierarchy:

Stenographer Grade III → Grade II → Senior Steno → Personal Assistant → Senior PA

With experience, salary and status both increase steadily.

8. Practical Preparation Strategy for This Exam

This is where most aspirants need real help.

Morning - 90 Minutes

  • Warm-up outlines practice
  • 2 dictations at 70-80 w.p.m
  • Read and analyze mistakes

Evening - 90 Minutes

  • Transcription practice
  • Typing speed practice
  • Vocabulary improvement

How to Increase Shorthand Speed

  • Start at 60 w.p.m
  • Increase by 5 w.p.m every 10 days
  • Focus on:
    • Phraseography
    • Common legal terms
    • Court-related vocabulary

Typing Accuracy Plan

  • Minimum target: 35-40 w.p.m
  • Practice on real passages
  • Avoid looking at keyboard
  • Improve punctuation habits

Best Resources

  • Pitman or Gregg shorthand books
  • Dictation audio practice
  • Online typing tools
  • Previous court exam passages

9. Pros & Cons of This Vacancy

Pros

  • Respectable court job
  • Clear skill-based selection
  • Low competition compared to SSC
  • Fixed salary and environment
  • No heavy written exam syllabus

Cons

  • Purely skill dependent
  • Requires prior shorthand training
  • Offline application process
  • Initial consolidated pay

10. Checklist Before You Apply

  • Bachelor degree completed
  • Practicing shorthand regularly
  • Nearing 80 w.p.m speed
  • Comfortable with transcription
  • All documents ready
  • Separate application prepared
  • Photo and signature correctly attached
  • Application reaching before deadline

11. Final Advice - Should You Apply?

Apply only if:

  • You are already a trained stenography student
  • You can realistically clear 80 w.p.m test
  • You are serious about a court career

Do NOT apply if:

  • You are just thinking of starting shorthand now
  • You depend only on written exam marks
  • You have zero typing practice

This recruitment is a golden chance - but only for prepared stenographers, not casual applicants.

12. Frequently Asked Questions

Q1. Can beginners apply?
Technically yes, practically no. Without shorthand training you cannot qualify.

Q2. Is coaching necessary?
Not compulsory, but guided practice under a trainer helps a lot.

Q3. Hindi or English stenography - which is better?
This vacancy is strictly for English stenography.

Q4. How much time to reach 80 w.p.m?
For a regular learner - around 6 to 8 months of serious practice.

Q5. What happens after selection?
You join as Stenographer Grade III in District Courts with court duties and transcription work.

Q6. Is the computer test difficult?
No. It is only qualifying - basic MS Word skills are enough.

Apply Now

Apply Link: https://rohtak.dcourts.gov.in