The Madhya Pradesh High Court, Jabalpur (MPHC) has released Advertisement No. 666/Pariksha/2026 dated 6 October 2026 for direct recruitment to 418 posts of Stenographer Grade-II, Stenographer Grade-III, Stenographer Grade-III (Court Manager Staff) and Assistant Grade-III (English Knowing) in District and Sessions Courts across Madhya Pradesh. Online applications are open from 6 October 2026 at 12:00 noon to 27 October 2026 at 5:00 PM at mphc.gov.in.
Important Note: Three critical things every candidate must know. First, choose your preferred post carefully in the online form — this choice CANNOT be changed after submission, and selection will be made only for the post chosen, even if you score high enough for a higher post. Second, you must have CPCT score card, Hindi/English shorthand certificate and a one-year computer diploma – all three are mandatory in addition to graduation. Third, a service bond of Rs. 2,00,000 is mandatory at the time of joining, requiring you to serve for at least 3 years. Resigning earlier makes the bond enforceable.
MPHC Recruitment 2026: Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Madhya Pradesh High Court, Jabalpur (MPHC) |
| Advertisement No. | 666/Pariksha/2026 dated 6 October 2026 |
| Posts | Stenographer Grade-II, Stenographer Grade-III, Stenographer Grade-III (Court Manager Staff), Assistant Grade-III (English Knowing) |
| Total Vacancies | 418 |
| Age Cut-off Date | 1 January 2026 |
| Application Mode | Online at mphc.gov.in |
| Application Opens | 6 October 2026, 12:00 noon |
| Application Last Date | 27 October 2026, 5:00 PM |
| Edit Window | 30 October 2026 (12:00 noon) to 1 November 2026 (5:00 PM) |
| Online Preliminary Exam | To be notified later |
| Official Website | mphc.gov.in |
MPHC Recruitment 2026: Important Dates
| Event | Date and Time |
|---|---|
| Application Opens | 6 October 2026, 12:00 noon |
| Application Last Date (with fee) | 27 October 2026, 5:00 PM |
| Edit Window Opens | 30 October 2026, 12:00 noon |
| Edit Window Closes | 1 November 2026, 5:00 PM |
| Online Preliminary Exam (Tentative) | To be notified on mphc.gov.in |
| Skill Test | To be notified separately |
MPHC Recruitment 2026: Post-wise Vacancy and Pay
| Post | Posts | Pay Scale (6th Pay) | Pay Matrix (7th Pay) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stenographer Grade-II | 69 | 5200-20200 + GP 2800 | Rs. 28,700 to Rs. 91,300 |
| Stenographer Grade-III | 299 | 5200-20200 + GP 2400 | Rs. 25,300 to Rs. 80,500 |
| Stenographer Grade-III (Court Manager Staff) | 20 | 5200-20200 + GP 1900 | Rs. 19,500 to Rs. 62,000 |
| Assistant Grade-III (English Knowing) | 30 | 5200-20200 + GP 1900 | Rs. 19,500 to Rs. 62,000 |
| Total | 418 |
Important note on OBC reservation: As per the MP Amendment Act 2019, OBC reservation was revised from 14% to 27%; this is sub-judice (Writ Petition No. 5901/2019). Results will be declared in TWO parts — main result for 87% posts and provisional result for 13% posts — pending the final High Court decision.
Stenographer Grade-III (Court Manager Staff) and Assistant Grade-III (English Knowing): Only unreserved posts. SC/ST/OBC/EWS candidates are treated as unreserved for these posts.
MPHC Recruitment 2026: Eligibility
| Post | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Stenographer Grade-II | Graduation (any discipline) + CPCT Score Card + Hindi shorthand at 100 WPM + 1-year Computer Diploma |
| Stenographer Grade-III and Grade-III (Court Manager Staff) | Graduation (any discipline) + CPCT Score Card + Hindi shorthand at 80 WPM + 1-year Computer Diploma |
| Assistant Grade-III (English Knowing) | Graduation (any discipline) + CPCT Score Card + English shorthand at 80 WPM + 1-year Computer Diploma |
Accepted 1-Year Computer Diploma Options
- Diploma from a UGC-recognised university or open university
- Diploma-level from DOEACC/NIELIT
- Modern Office Management course from a Government Polytechnic College
- COPA certificate from a Government ITI
- Also accepted: B.E. (CSE/IT), MCA, BCA, M.Sc./B.Sc. (IT/CS), M.Tech, M.E., AICTE polytechnic diploma in CS/IT etc.
MPHC Recruitment 2026: Age Limit (as on 1 January 2026)
| Category | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| Male (UR and EWS, all states) | 40 years |
| Male and Female (OBC/SC/ST, MP domicile only) | 45 years |
| All Female candidates (all states) | 45 years |
| All PwD (Disabled) candidates (all states) | 45 years |
| MP Government employees/Nagar Sainik | 45 years |
| Ex-Servicemen (MP) | Defence service deducted; resultant age not more than 3 years above maximum |
Minimum age: 18 years. Reservation and age relaxation apply only to original MP residents (domicile). Candidates from other states apply as Unreserved.
MPHC Recruitment 2026: Application Fee
| Category | Exam Fee | Portal and Other Fee (payable to Service Provider) | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unreserved/Candidates from outside MP | Rs. 200 | Rs. 743.40 | Rs. 943.40 |
| OBC/SC/ST/EWS (MP domicile only) and all PwD | Rs. 0 | Rs. 743.40 | Rs. 743.40 |
Payment via debit card or internet banking only. Non-refundable. Candidates qualifying for the Skill Test must additionally pay Rs. 743.40 portal fee when instructed.
MPHC Recruitment 2026: Selection Process
Stage 1: Online Preliminary Examination (100 marks, 120 minutes)
MCQ format. Common for all posts.
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Medium |
|---|---|---|---|
| GK and GS including MP GK | 20 | 20 | Hindi and English |
| Maths and Logical Reasoning | 20 | 20 | Hindi and English |
| General Hindi | 20 | 20 | Hindi |
| English Knowledge | 20 | 20 | English |
| Computer Knowledge | 20 | 20 | English |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
Prelim marks are NOT counted in final merit — it is a screening exam only. Candidates in 1:5 ratio (5 per vacancy per category) are shortlisted for the Skill Test.
Stage 2: Hindi/English Shorthand Skill Test (100 marks, 35 minutes)
- Dictation: approximately 400 words in 5 minutes
- Transcription/typing on computer: 30 minutes
- Hindi transcription: Remington Gail keyboard layout
- Deduction: 0.50 mark per error; if errors exceed 120, zero marks awarded
- Skill Test portal fee: Rs. 743.40 (paid separately when instructed)
Final Merit and Minimum Qualifying Marks (Skill Test)
| Category | Minimum Marks |
|---|---|
| General and OBC | 55% |
| SC | 45% |
| ST and PwD | 40% |
| EWS | 49.5% |
Final merit: Skill Test marks only (Prelim not counted). Tie-break: older candidate preferred.
MPHC Recruitment 2026: Bond and Posting
- Service Bond: Rs. 2,00,000 mandatory at joining. Must serve at least 3 years. Early resignation makes the bond enforceable. Bond not applicable if resigning (with prior permission) to join MP State or Central Government service.
- Posting: District allotted through counselling based on merit and district vacancies. No requests for change of district entertained after counselling.
How to Apply for MPHC Recruitment 2026
- Visit mphc.gov.in and click Recruitment/Result, then Online Application Forms/Admit Cards.
- Read the advertisement fully before proceeding.
- Click Registration, enter your details. A User ID and Password will be sent to your registered mobile and email.
- Click Application, fill the form completely and upload photo and signature.
- Choose your preferred post carefully — this cannot be changed after submission.
- Preview, submit and pay the fee (debit card/internet banking).
- Take a printout of the application for your records.
- If corrections are needed, use the Edit Window: 30 October to 1 November 2026.
For technical issues: Help Desk — 919513253398.
MPHC Recruitment 2026: Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF (Advt. 666/Pariksha/2026) | Click Here |
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| MPHC Official Website | Click Here |
MPHC Recruitment 2026: FAQs
Q1. How many posts are in MPHC Recruitment 2026?
418 posts: Steno Grade-II (69), Steno Grade-III (299), Steno Grade-III Court Manager (20) and Assistant Grade-III English Knowing (30).
Q2. What is the last date to apply?
27 October 2026 at 5:00 PM at mphc.gov.in.
Q3. What is mandatory besides graduation?
CPCT Score Card + Hindi/English shorthand certificate (100 WPM for Grade-II, 80 WPM for Grade-III and Asst Grade-III) + 1-year computer diploma.
Q4. What is the application fee?
Rs. 943.40 for UR/out-of-MP. Rs. 743.40 for OBC/SC/ST/EWS (MP domicile) and all PwD.
Q5. Is there a bond?
Yes. Rs. 2,00,000 bond at joining; minimum 3 years of service required.
Disclaimer
The information in this article is based on the official MPHC Advertisement No. 666/Pariksha/2026 dated 6 October 2026 published on mphc.gov.in. Vacancy numbers are subject to change per corrigendum. Candidates must read the full official notification before applying. JobShouter is not associated with MPHC. This article is for informational purposes only.
