Dhenkanal District Court Recruitment 2026 has been announced by the Office of the District Judge, Dhenkanal for regular posts in the Judgeship of Dhenkanal. The recruitment includes Junior Clerk-cum-Copyist, Junior Typist, Stenographer Grade-III, and Salaried Amin posts. Candidates have to submit the prescribed offline application form before the last date.
Dhenkanal District Court Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruitment Authority | Office of the District Judge, Dhenkanal |
| Exam Name | Dhenkanal District Court Recruitment 2026 |
| Post Name | Jr. Clerk-cum-Copyist, Jr. Typist, Stenographer Grade-III, Salaried Amin |
| Total Vacancies | 20 Posts |
| Application Start Date | 15 May 2026 |
| Application Deadline | 27 June 2026 up to 5:00 PM |
| Mode of Application | Offline |
| Selection Process | Written Test, Skill Test, Practical Test, Viva-Voce |
| Official Portal | dhenkanal.dcourts.gov.in |
| Advertisement No. | 02/Rect./2026 |
| Job Location | Dhenkanal, Odisha |
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Important Dates for Dhenkanal District Court Recruitment 2026
- Advertisement Date: 15 May 2026
- Offline Application Start Date: 15 May 2026
- Last Date to Receive Application Form: 27 June 2026
- Application Closing Time: 5:00 PM
- Exam Date: To be announced later on the official website
Candidates searching for Dhenkanal Court Vacancy 2026, Odisha District Court Recruitment 2026, Junior Clerk Vacancy Odisha, and Dhenkanal Court Application Form 2026 should track the official portal regularly for exam date updates.
Category-Wise Vacancy Details
| Post Name | UR | SC | ST | SEBC | Women Reservation | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Junior Clerk-cum-Copyist | 1 | 3 | 8 | 1 | SC-1, ST-3 | 13 |
| Junior Typist | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | Not specified | 3 |
| Stenographer Grade-III | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | ST-1 | 3 |
| Salaried Amin | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | Not specified | 1 |
| Total | 3 | 3 | 13 | 1 | As applicable | 20 |
The vacancy count may increase or decrease as per the decision of the recruitment authority.
Eligibility Criteria for Junior Clerk-cum-Copyist, Junior Typist, Stenographer Grade-III and Salaried Amin
1. Age Limit Requirements
For Junior Clerk-cum-Copyist, Junior Typist, and Stenographer Grade-III, candidates must be above 18 years and below 42 years as on 01 May 2026.
Age relaxation for reserved category candidates will apply as per Odisha District and Civil Courts’ Judicial Staff Services Rules, 2008 and relevant government rules.
For Salaried Amin, candidates must also satisfy the age conditions mentioned in the advertisement.
2. Educational Qualification and Professional Experience
For Junior Clerk-cum-Copyist, Junior Typist, and Stenographer Grade-III:
- 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.
- Candidate must have passed Odia test equivalent to M.E. standard.
- Candidate must be of good character.
- Candidate must be physically fit and free from organic defects or bodily infirmity.
- Married candidates must not have more than one spouse living.
Additional skill requirements:
- Junior Typist: Minimum typing speed of 40 words per minute on computer.
- Stenographer Grade-III: Minimum shorthand speed of 80 words per minute and typing speed of 40 words per minute on computer.
For Salaried Amin:
- Candidate must have passed H.S.C. examination or equivalent examination from a recognized board.
- Candidate must have passed Revenue Inspector Training from a government or recognized institution.
- Candidate must have knowledge of Computer Application.
Dhenkanal District Court Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
- Written Examination
- Skill Test / Practical Test
- Computer Science Practical Test
- Viva-Voce
- Final Selection
Stage 1: Preliminary Examination
There is no separate preliminary examination mentioned in the advertisement.
For Junior Clerk-cum-Copyist:
- English: 100 marks, 2 hours
- Arithmetic: 100 marks, 1 hour
- General Knowledge: 100 marks, 1 hour
For Stenographer Grade-III:
- English: 100 marks, 2 hours
- This paper is qualifying in nature.
For Junior Typist:
- English: 100 marks, 2 hours
- This paper is qualifying in nature.
For Salaried Amin:
- English: 100 marks, 2 hours
- Arithmetic: 50 marks, 1 hour
- Technical Knowledge in Survey and Settlement: 50 marks, 1 hour
Stage 2: Main Written Examination
The written examination structure depends on the post. Junior Clerk-cum-Copyist candidates will appear for English, Arithmetic, and General Knowledge papers.
Salaried Amin candidates will appear for English, Arithmetic, and Technical Knowledge in Survey and Settlement.
For Stenographer Grade-III and Junior Typist, the English paper is qualifying in nature before the skill test stage.
Stage 3: Interview / Viva-Voce
| Post Name | Viva-Voce Marks |
|---|---|
| Junior Clerk-cum-Copyist | 45 |
| Stenographer Grade-III | 35 |
| Junior Typist | 35 |
| Salaried Amin | 30 |
The viva-voce test will assess alertness, general outlook, suitability, and potential qualities of the candidate.
Syllabus Details
Junior Clerk-cum-Copyist Syllabus
English:
- Essay writing in English: 30 marks
- Letter or application writing in English: 20 marks
- Odia passage translation into English: 15 marks
- English passage translation into Odia: 15 marks
- Summary of English passage: 20 marks
Arithmetic:
- Vulgar fractions and decimals
- HCF and LCM
- Simple and compound interest
- Simple and compound practice
- Percentage, profit and loss
- Mixtures, partnership, average
- Rates and taxes
- Insurance
- Square and cubic measures
- Time and work
- Time and distance
General Knowledge:
- Current events
- Everyday observations
- Matters expected from an educated person
Computer Science Practical:
- Text formatting
- Table insertion
- Print and save command
- File transfer
- Website browsing
- Downloading email
- Pen drive use
- Other software use
- Accounting programmes
Stenographer Grade-III Syllabus
- English paper same as Junior Clerk-cum-Copyist English syllabus
- Shorthand and typewriting test
- Computer Science Practical
- Viva-Voce
The shorthand test includes dictation of a 400-word English passage in 5 minutes. The candidate must reproduce the shorthand text on computer in 10 minutes.
Junior Typist Syllabus
- English paper same as Junior Clerk-cum-Copyist English syllabus
- Typewriting test
- Computer Science Practical
- Viva-Voce
The typewriting test includes a 400-word English passage to be typed on computer in 10 minutes.
Salaried Amin Syllabus
English:
- Essay writing
- Letter or application writing
- Odia to English translation
- English to Odia translation
- Summary writing
Arithmetic:
- Fractions and decimals
- HCF and LCM
- Interest
- Percentage
- Profit and loss
- Average
- Partnership
- Rates and taxes
- Insurance
- Time and work
- Time and distance
Technical Knowledge:
- Survey and Settlement
Survey Practical:
- Practical survey-related assessment
Viva-Voce:
- Alertness
- General outlook
- Suitability for the post
- Potential qualities
How to Apply Online for Dhenkanal District Court Recruitment 2026
There is no online application process for this recruitment. Candidates must apply through offline mode.
- Visit dhenkanal.dcourts.gov.in.
- Open the recruitment or notice section.
- Download the advertisement and Form-A application format.
- Fill the application form carefully.
- Mention the post name clearly in capital letters on the application and envelope.
- Attach self-attested documents.
- Add three self-signed recent passport-size photographs.
- Attach three self-addressed envelopes with Rs.60 postage stamp on each.
- Send the application through Speed Post to the District Judge, Dhenkanal.
- Candidates may also drop the form in the Drop Box at Civil Court premises, Dhenkanal.
- Ensure the application reaches before 5:00 PM on 27 June 2026.
Postal Address:
The District Judge, Dhenkanal,
P.O./District: Dhenkanal,
PIN: 759001
Application Fee
No examination fee is required for this recruitment.
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| UR | No Fee |
| SC | No Fee |
| ST | No Fee |
| SEBC | No Fee |
| Women Candidates | No Fee |
| PwD Candidates | No Fee |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last date for Dhenkanal District Court Recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit the offline application form is 27 June 2026 up to 5:00 PM.
How many vacancies are available in Dhenkanal Court Vacancy 2026?
There are 20 vacancies for Junior Clerk-cum-Copyist, Junior Typist, Stenographer Grade-III, and Salaried Amin posts.
What is the application mode for Odisha District Court Recruitment 2026?
The application mode is offline. Candidates must send the form by Speed Post or submit it in the Drop Box at Civil Court premises, Dhenkanal.
Is there any application fee for Dhenkanal District Court Recruitment 2026?
No examination fee is required to be paid by the candidates.
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