Exciting Job Opening for Stenographers at Bombay High Court
Bombay High Court Stenographer Recruitment Notification
A fantastic opportunity has emerged for individuals aspiring to work in the judiciary. The Bombay High Court has announced a recruitment drive for the position of Stenographer. The application window opened on October 27, 2025, and candidates can submit their applications online until November 10, 2025.
Applications must be submitted exclusively through the official Bombay High Court website, bombayhighcourt.nic.in. This recruitment aims to fill 12 stenographer vacancies across various offices within the High Court.
Educational Requirements
Candidates interested in the stenographer role must possess a graduate degree from a recognized institution. Those with a minimum of five years of experience as a lower-grade stenographer in the High Court or other courts may be exempt from certain eligibility criteria. Preference will be given to candidates holding a law degree. Additionally, applicants must demonstrate proficiency in English shorthand at a speed of 100 words per minute and typing at 40 words per minute. Completion of the GCC-TBC course by the Government Commercial Certificate Examination or the MSCE from the Maharashtra State Board of Examinations is also mandatory.
Age Limit and Salary Structure
The age requirement for applicants is set between 21 and 43 years. However, candidates from reserved categories will receive age relaxation in accordance with government policies. The selected candidates will earn a monthly salary ranging from ₹56,100 to ₹1,77,500, along with dearness allowance, travel allowance, and other government benefits, as per the Seventh Pay Commission. All applicants are required to pay an application fee of ₹1,000.
Selection Process and Examination Format
The selection procedure for the stenographer position will consist of three phases. The first phase involves a shorthand test, where candidates will take dictation and transcription. The second phase is a typing test to evaluate the candidate's typing speed, followed by an interview in the third phase. A merit list will be compiled based on the performance in all three stages. During the shorthand test, candidates will receive two English passages, with 5 minutes allocated for dictation and 30 minutes for transcription. In the typing test, candidates must type a 400-word English passage within 10 minutes. The interview will assess candidates' confidence and communication abilities.