The Office of the District Judge, Jagatsinghpur has invited offline applications for recruitment to Group C posts in the Judgeship of Jagatsinghpur. The notification covers Junior Clerk-cum-Copyist, Junior Typist, Stenographer Grade-III and Driver posts, with a total of 8 vacancies.
This recruitment is on a regular basis in the applicable Odisha district court pay matrix levels. Candidates should check the post-wise qualification carefully because the eligibility for Driver is different from the clerk, typist and stenographer posts.
The application process is fully offline. Candidates have to use the prescribed Form-A from the official notification, attach self-attested documents, and send the application by Speed Post or submit it in the drop box at District Court Complex, Jagatsinghpur before the deadline.
Quick Facts
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Authority | Office of the District Judge, Jagatsinghpur |
| Advertisement Number | 02/2026 |
| Post Names | Junior Clerk-cum-Copyist, Junior Typist, Stenographer Grade-III and Driver |
| Total Vacancies | 8 |
| Job Location | Jagatsinghpur, Odisha |
| Application Mode | Offline |
| Last Date | 21 June 2026 by 5:00 PM |
| Application Fee | No examination fee |
| Age Limit for Clerk, Typist and Stenographer | Over 18 years and below 42 years as on 21 June 2026 |
| Age Limit for Driver | 21 to 42 years as on 21 June 2026 |
| Selection Process | Written test, skill/practical/trade test and viva-voce as applicable |
| Official Website | jagatsinghpur.dcourts.gov.in |
Recruitment Overview
District Court Jagatsinghpur Recruitment 2026 is for regular Group C posts under the Judgeship of Jagatsinghpur. The recruitment will be conducted as per the Odisha District and Civil Courts Judicial Staff Services rules and related amendments.
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruitment Name | District Court Jagatsinghpur Recruitment 2026 |
| Advertisement No. | 02/2026 |
| Recruiting Office | Office of the District Judge, Jagatsinghpur |
| Cadre | Group C |
| Total Posts | 8 |
| Application Mode | Offline |
| Official Website | jagatsinghpur.dcourts.gov.in |
Important Dates
Candidates should track the application deadline carefully because applications received after the notified date and time will not be entertained.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement date | 21 May 2026 |
| Last date for receipt of application | 21 June 2026 |
| Last time for receipt of application | 5:00 PM |
| Age calculation date | 21 June 2026 |
| Exam date | To be intimated by post and notified on the District Court website |
Since the application is offline, candidates using Speed Post should send it early enough to reach the District Judge office before the deadline.
Post-wise Vacancy Details
The notification lists 8 vacancies across four Group C posts. The number of vacancies may increase or decrease at the discretion of the District Recruitment Committee.
| Post Name | Pay Matrix Level | Scale of Pay | Total Posts |
|---|---|---|---|
| Junior Clerk-cum-Copyist | Level 4 | Rs. 19,900 – 63,200 | 5 |
| Junior Typist | Level 4 | Rs. 19,900 – 63,200 | 1 |
| Stenographer Grade-III | Level 7 | Rs. 25,500 – 81,100 | 1 |
| Driver | Level 4 | Rs. 19,900 – 63,200 | 1 |
| Total | 8 |
Category-wise Vacancy Details
The official vacancy table gives category-wise distribution for each post. Candidates should refer to the notification for the exact reservation notes, including backlog vacancy markings.
| Post Name | UR | SEBC | SC | ST | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Junior Clerk-cum-Copyist | Nil | 1 Women | Nil | 4 including 1 women backlog | 5 |
| Junior Typist | Nil | Nil | Nil | 1 | 1 |
| Stenographer Grade-III | Nil | Nil | Nil | 1 backlog | 1 |
| Driver | Nil | Nil | Nil | 1 | 1 |
Reservation for PwBD, Ex-servicemen and Sports Person candidates will be applied as per relevant laws and rules.
Eligibility for Junior Clerk, Junior Typist and Stenographer
For Junior Clerk-cum-Copyist, Junior Typist and Stenographer Grade-III posts, the basic educational and language requirements are common, with additional skill requirements for Typist and Stenographer.
- Candidate must be a citizen of India.
- Candidate must have passed at least +3 examination or equivalent qualification from a recognized university.
- Candidate must have passed Diploma in Computer Application from a recognized institute.
- Candidate must be able to speak, read and write Odia and must have passed an Odia test equivalent to M.E. standard.
- For Junior Typist, the candidate must have typing speed of 40 words per minute in English through computer.
- For Stenographer Grade-III, the candidate must have shorthand speed of 80 words per minute and typing speed of 40 words per minute in English through computer.
- Government servants must apply through proper channel and produce a No Objection Certificate.
Eligibility for Driver
The Driver post has separate eligibility conditions. Candidates should not apply for the Driver post unless they meet the education, licence and experience requirements.
- Candidate must be a citizen of India.
- Candidate must have passed Higher Secondary School Certificate examination or 10+2 equivalent from a recognized school, board or institution.
- Candidate must possess a valid driving licence for Light Motor Vehicle.
- Candidate must have knowledge of motor mechanism.
- Candidate must have at least 3 years of experience in driving a motor car.
- Candidate must be able to read, write and speak Odia as per the conditions stated in the notification.
- Candidate should not have any criminal proceeding pending against him or her.
Age Limit and Fee
The age limit is calculated as on 21 June 2026. Age relaxation for reserved categories will apply as per the relevant rules, orders and instructions.
| Post Category | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Junior Clerk-cum-Copyist, Junior Typist and Stenographer Grade-III | Over 18 years and below 42 years |
| Driver | 21 years to 42 years |
No examination fee is required to be paid by the candidates for this recruitment.
How to Apply Offline
Candidates must apply in the prescribed Form-A attached with the official advertisement. The form differs for Driver and for the other Group C posts, so candidates should use the correct format.
- Download the official advertisement PDF from the District Court Jagatsinghpur website.
- Read the eligibility, vacancy, examination scheme and document list carefully.
- Fill the correct Form-A for the post applied for.
- Attach self-attested copies of certificates and other required documents.
- Mention the name of the post applied for on the top of the application form and on the envelope in capital letters.
- Send the application by Speed Post to the District Judge, Jagatsinghpur, Charchikabazar, Jagatsinghpur, Pin-754103.
- Alternatively, submit the application in the drop box provided on the First Floor near the Administrative Office of District Court Complex, Jagatsinghpur during working days and office hours.
- Ensure the application reaches by 5:00 PM on or before 21 June 2026.
Selection Process and Examination Scheme
The selection process differs by post. Candidates will be called for later stages only if they qualify the earlier stage as per the rules in the notification.
| Post | Selection Stages |
|---|---|
| Junior Clerk-cum-Copyist | Written test, Computer Science practical test and viva-voce |
| Junior Typist | English qualifying test, type-writing test, Computer Science practical test and viva-voce |
| Stenographer Grade-III | English qualifying test, shorthand and type-writing test, Computer Science practical test and viva-voce |
| Driver | Written test and trade test |
The date of written test, practical test, trade test and viva-voce will be sent individually by post and also notified on the District Court Jagatsinghpur website.
Exam Pattern and Syllabus Highlights
For Junior Clerk-cum-Copyist, the written test includes English, Arithmetic and General Knowledge, followed by Computer Science practical test and viva-voce. The English paper includes essay, letter or application writing, translation between Odia and English, and summary writing.
For Junior Typist and Stenographer Grade-III, the English paper is qualifying in nature. The Junior Typist test includes reproduction of a 400-word English passage in 10 minutes through computer typing. The Stenographer test includes dictation of a 400-word English passage in 5 minutes and transcription in 10 minutes.
For Driver, the written test is for 100 marks and includes Basic English, Odia language basics, Arithmetic, General Knowledge and Traffic Signs. Shortlisted candidates will be called for a 50-mark trade test.
Documents Required with Application
Candidates should attach the required documents according to the post applied for. Missing documents can lead to rejection of the application.
- Self-attested proof of date of birth such as H.S.C certificate or equivalent certificate.
- Self-attested educational certificates and mark sheets.
- +2 certificate and mark sheet where applicable.
- +3 certificate and mark sheet for Junior Clerk-cum-Copyist, Junior Typist and Stenographer Grade-III.
- Diploma in Computer Application certificate for Junior Clerk-cum-Copyist, Junior Typist and Stenographer Grade-III.
- Typing certificate for Junior Typist.
- Shorthand and typing certificate for Stenographer Grade-III.
- LMV driving licence and driving experience certificate for Driver.
- Odia language certificate if Odia was not studied at HSC level.
- Caste certificate, PwBD certificate, Sports identity card or Ex-serviceman identity card, if applicable.
- Character certificates as required in the notification.
- Recent self-attested passport-size photographs.
- Self-addressed envelopes with postal stamps as mentioned in the notification.
- Self declaration regarding marital status.
Important Instructions Before Applying
- Candidates applying for more than one post must submit separate applications with relevant documents.
- A candidate applying for more than one post can appear in the examination for one post only as per his or her choice.
- Applications with false information, incomplete details or missing documents may be rejected at any stage.
- Candidates whose marks are shown only as Grade or CGPA should submit a conversion certificate showing equivalent percentage and conversion formula.
- Original testimonials should not be sent with the application; they must be produced at the time of viva-voce.
- No TA or DA will be paid for attending the recruitment examination.
- Candidates should regularly visit the official District Court Jagatsinghpur website for updates on the exam and recruitment process.
Official Links
Source: Official notification (PDF)
Frequently Asked Questions
The application must reach the District Judge, Jagatsinghpur by 5:00 PM on or before 21 June 2026.
A total of 8 vacancies have been announced for Junior Clerk-cum-Copyist, Junior Typist, Stenographer Grade-III and Driver posts.
Candidates must have passed +3 or equivalent from a recognized university and must have a Diploma in Computer Application from a recognized institute.
The Driver post requires 10+2 or equivalent, a valid LMV driving licence, knowledge of motor mechanism and at least 3 years of motor car driving experience.
No. The official notification states that no examination fee is required.
For Junior Clerk-cum-Copyist, Junior Typist and Stenographer Grade-III, candidates must be over 18 and below 42 years. For Driver, the age limit is 21 to 42 years as on 21 June 2026.
Candidates can send the application by Speed Post to the District Judge, Jagatsinghpur, Charchikabazar, Jagatsinghpur, Pin-754103, or submit it in the drop box at the District Court Complex.
The exam date will be intimated individually by post and will also be published on the official District Court Jagatsinghpur website.