Overview
Principal District and Sessions Court, Bengaluru Rural District has published an official recruitment notification for the position of Stenographer Grade-III (Advertisement No. ADM/99/2026 dated 10.08.2026) for a total of 21 vacancies. The last date to submit applications is 15.09.2026 (11:59 PM). Job location: Bengaluru.
Particulars Details Organisation Principal District and Sessions Court, Bengaluru Rural District Notification No. ADM/99/2026 dated 10.08.2026 Post Name Stenographer Grade-III Total Vacancies 21 (4 backlog posts + 17 new posts) Mode of Application Online only Application Start Date 17.08.2026 Last Date to Apply Online 15.09.2026 (11:59 PM) Last Date for Fee Payment 15.09.2026 Official Website Click Here Important Dates: Event Date Notification Release Date 10.08.2026 Online Application Start Date 17.08.2026 Last Date to Submit Online Application 15.09.2026, 11:59 PM Last Date for Fee Payment 15.09.2026 Applications received offline, by post, or by any other method will not be considered. Only complete applications submitted through the official website within the given window will be accepted.
Quick Reference
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Principal District and Sessions Court, Bengaluru Rural District |
| Post Name | Stenographer Grade-III |
| Advertisement No. | ADM/99/2026 dated 10.08.2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 21 |
| Application Mode | online |
| Application Start Date | 17.08.2026 |
| Application Last Date | 15.09.2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 15.09.2026 |
| Age Limit | Maximum Age Limit | Minimum Age (all candidates) |
| Application Fee | General/Unreserved Category ₹200/- Category 2A, 2B, 3A, 3B ₹100/- SC, ST, Category-1, and Persons with Disabilities Exempted (No Fee) The application fee |
| Salary / Pay Scale | Selected candidates for the Stenographer Grade-III post will draw pay in the following scale:Pay Scale: ₹44,425 - 1125 - 47,800 - 1250 - 52,800 - 1375 - 58,300 - 1500 - 64,300 - 1650 - 74,200 - 1900 - 83,700Selected candidates will also be covered under the National Pension Scheme (NPS). |
| Selection Process | General Merit (includes 3 Women, 2 Rural, 1 Disabled posts) |
| Job Location | Bengaluru |
| Official Website | https://bengalururural.dcourts.gov.in/ |
| Source Name | bengalururural.dcourts.gov.in |
| Freshness Reference Date | 17.08.2026 |
Vacancy Details
SC: 2 | Category-1 (Rural) | Category-2A (Disabled) | SC: 1
A total of 21 posts of Stenographer Grade-III are to be filled, comprising 4 backlog posts and 17 new posts. Since this recruitment is for a single post category with reservation-wise distribution, the vacancy break-up is shown below.
| Category | Number of Posts |
|---|---|
| SC | 5 |
| ST | 1 |
Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualification
Candidates must have passed the 2nd PUC (12th standard) examination, or possess a 3-year diploma in Commercial Practice, or hold an equivalent qualification. | Candidates must have passed Senior Grade Shorthand and Typewriting examinations in both Kannada and English languages conducted by the Department of Public Instruction, or hold an equivalent recognised qualification.
Candidates must have passed the 2nd PUC (12th standard) examination, or possess a 3-year diploma in Commercial Practice, or hold an equivalent qualification. | Candidates must have passed Senior Grade Shorthand and Typewriting examinations in both Kannada and English languages conducted by the Department of Public Instruction, or hold an equivalent recognised qualification. | | Candidates must have passed Senior Grade Shorthand and Typewriting examinations in both Kannada and English languages conducted by the Department of Public Instruction, or hold an equivalent recognised qualification.
Candidates must have passed the 2nd PUC (12th standard) examination, or possess a 3-year diploma in Commercial Practice, or hold an equivalent qualification. Candidates must have passed Senior Grade Shorthand and Typewriting examinations in both Kannada and English languages conducted by the Department of Public Instruction, or hold an equivalent recognised qualification. Basic computer knowledge relevant to office work is compulsory.
Age Limit & Relaxations
Maximum Age Limit | Minimum Age (all candidates)
Category Maximum Age Limit Minimum Age (all candidates) 18 years General Category 35 + 5 years Category 2A, 2B, 3A, 3B 38 + 5 years SC, ST, and Category-1 40 + 5 years An additional age relaxation of 5 years is applicable, as a one-time measure for all categories in this recruitment, as per Government Order No. SIASHE 262 SeNeNi 2025 dated 29.01.2026. Further age relaxation is also available for candidates already in government service, widows, ex-servicemen, and persons with disabilities, as per the Karnataka Civil Services (General Recruitment) Rules, 1977.
Age relaxation is provided to candidates belonging to SC, ST, OBC, PwBD, and Ex-Servicemen categories in accordance with official government guidelines.
Application Fee
General/Unreserved Category ₹200/- Category 2A, 2B, 3A, 3B ₹100/- SC, ST, Category-1, and Persons with Disabilities Exempted (No Fee) The application fee
Category Application Fee General/Unreserved Category ₹200/- Category 2A, 2B, 3A, 3B ₹100/- SC, ST, Category-1, and Persons with Disabilities Exempted (No Fee) The application fee must be paid online through the State Bank Collect facility of the State Bank of India, using Net Banking, Credit Card, Debit Card, UPI ID, or QR Code. Fee payment through Demand Draft, Postal Order, Money Order, or Challan will not be accepted. Applications will be rejected if the prescribed fee is not paid.
Salary & Pay Scale
Selected candidates for the Stenographer Grade-III post will draw pay in the following scale:Pay Scale: ₹44,425 - 1125 - 47,800 - 1250 - 52,800 - 1375 - 58,300 - 1500 - 64,300 - 1650 - 74,200 - 1900 - 83,700Selected candidates will also be covered under the National Pension Scheme (NPS).
Selection Process
General Merit (includes 3 Women, 2 Rural, 1 Disabled posts)
Selection will be made through a Skill Test (Shorthand and Typing) followed by document verification/interview, as detailed below: Candidates will be dictated a passage at 120 words per minute for 5 minutes each in Kannada and English shorthand at the time of the skill test. Candidates must transcribe the dictated passage using a computer within 45 minutes. Transcripts are checked using computer software. A minimum of 100 marks is fixed for each of the Kannada and English language skill tests, and candidates must secure at least 50 marks in each to qualify. Candidates who qualify the skill test are shortlisted for interview/document verification based on total marks, in a ratio of 1:5 per post (i.e., the top 5 candidates per vacancy). Final selection is based on the total marks scored in the skill test and document verification/interview.
Important Dates
Notification Release Date: 10.08.2026 | Application Start Date: 17.08.2026 | Last Date to Apply Online: 15.09.2026 (11:59 PM) | Last Date for Fee Payment: 15.09.2026
- Notification Release Date: 10.08.2026
- Online Application Start Date: 17.08.2026
- Application Last Date: 15.09.2026 (11:59 PM)
- Fee Payment Last Date: 15.09.2026
How to Apply
Apply online through https://bengalururural.dcourts.gov.in/
Visit the official website: bengalururural.dcourts.gov.in/online-recruitment Register and fill in the online application form with accurate personal, educational, and category-related details. Upload a recent passport-size photograph (in .jpg format, not exceeding 50 KB), signed in blue ink, without any editing. Upload a scanned signature made with a black ballpoint pen on white paper (in .jpg format, not exceeding 25 KB). Pay the applicable application fee online through Net Banking, Credit/Debit Card, UPI, or QR Code. Verify all entered details carefully before final submission, as no correction requests will be entertained after submission. Submit the application and download/save the online application copy and fee payment receipt for future reference. Candidates should note that only one application can be submitted per candidate. If more than one application is submitted, only the last submitted application will be considered, and no request for change will be entertained.
Links Supplied in the Excel Row
| Label | URL | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Notification | https://bengalururural.dcourts.gov.in/document-category/notification | Verified (exact match with official_notification_link) |
| ADDITIONAL SELECT LIST OF CANDIDATES FOR THE POST OF TYPIST-COPYIST PURSUANT TO NOTIFICATION NO. ADM/156/2018 DATED 03.01.2019 | https://bengalururural.dcourts.gov.in/notice/additional-select-list-of... | Supplied in important_links; no verification status provided in the Excel row. |
| SELECT LIST OF CANDIDATE FOR THE POST OF TYPIST-COPYIST PURSUANT TO NOTIFICATION NO. ADM/156/2018 DATED 03.01.2019 | https://bengalururural.dcourts.gov.in/notice/select-list-of-candidate-... | Supplied in important_links; no verification status provided in the Excel row. |
| NSTEP User Manual | https://cdnbbsr.s3waas.gov.in/s3ec0224ec8468b67314c2013d215b7703/uploa... (PDF) | Supplied in important_links; no verification status provided in the Excel row. |
| Special Campaign-Mediation “For The Nation” 90 Days Drive(01.07.2025 to 07.10.2025) – District Legal Services Authority, Bengaluru Rural District. | https://cdnbbsr.s3waas.gov.in/s3ec0224ec8468b67314c2013d215b7703/uploa... (PDF) | Supplied in important_links; no verification status provided in the Excel row. |
| Engagement of Legal Aid Defense Counsels for the office of the LADC System | https://cdnbbsr.s3waas.gov.in/s3ec0224ec8468b67314c2013d215b7703/uploa... (PDF) | Supplied in important_links; no verification status provided in the Excel row. |
| Official Website | https://bengalururural.dcourts.gov.in/ | Verified (exact match with official_website_link) |
Sources and Verification
| Field | Exact Value from Excel Row |
|---|---|
| category | job |
| official_website_link | https://bengalururural.dcourts.gov.in/ |
| freshness_reference_date | 17.08.2026 |
These values are reproduced exactly from the supplied Excel row and may require verification.
Last verified: 17.08.2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last date to apply for Stenographer Grade-III?
The last date for submitting applications for Stenographer Grade-III is 15.09.2026 (11:59 PM). Candidates should submit their applications prior to the deadline to avoid technical issues.
How many vacancies are announced for Stenographer Grade-III?
A total of 21 vacancies have been notified for Stenographer Grade-III by Principal District and Sessions Court, Bengaluru Rural District. Detailed category-wise distribution is available in the official notification.
What is the educational qualification required for Stenographer Grade-III?
The required educational qualification is: Candidates must have passed the 2nd PUC (12th standard) examination, or possess a 3-year diploma in Commercial Practice, or hold an equivalent qualification. | Candidates must have passed Senior Grade Shorthand and Typewriting examinations in both Kannada and English languages conducted by the Depar. Candidates should verify their specific degree/diploma requirements in the official notification.
What is the age limit for Stenographer Grade-III?
The age limit criteria is: Maximum Age Limit | Minimum Age (all candidates). Age relaxations are provided for SC, ST, OBC, PwBD, and Ex-Servicemen categories as per government rules.
What is the salary scale for Stenographer Grade-III?
Selected candidates will receive salary as per: Selected candidates for the Stenographer Grade-III post will draw pay in the following scale:Pay Scale: ₹44,425 - 1125 - 47,800 - 1250 - 52,800 - 1375 - 58,300 - 1500 - 64,300 - 1650 - 74,200 - 1900 - 83,700Selected candidates will also be covered un. Additional allowances such as DA, HRA, and medical benefits apply as per institutional norms.
What is the selection process for Stenographer Grade-III?
The selection procedure involves: General Merit (includes 3 Women, 2 Rural, 1 Disabled posts). Candidates must clear all applicable evaluation rounds for appointment.
What is the application fee for Stenographer Grade-III?
The application fee structure is: General/Unreserved Category ₹200/- Category 2A, 2B, 3A, 3B ₹100/- SC, ST, Category-1, and Persons with Disabilities Exempted (No Fee) The application fee.
How can candidates apply for Stenographer Grade-III?
Applications must be submitted online through the official portal (https://bengalururural.dcourts.gov.in/) as specified in the recruitment instructions.