Haryana Court Stenographer 2025
Haryana has consistently offered one of the best stenographer recruitment drives among state governments. The Haryana Staff Selection Commission (HSSC) and High Court of Punjab & Haryana both conduct separate recruitment for court stenographers.
Posts and Vacancies
- District Court Stenographer: Grade III level, posted across 22 districts
- High Court Stenographer: More competitive, higher pay
- Civil Secretariat Stenographer: Administrative departments
Eligibility
- Age: 18–42 years (relaxation for reserved categories)
- Education: 10+2 or graduation (varies by post)
- Domicile: Haryana resident
- Speed: 80 WPM shorthand + 35 WPM typing
Exam Pattern
Written Examination
- General Knowledge
- Hindi/English Language
- Reasoning & Quantitative Aptitude
Skill Test
- Shorthand dictation at 80 WPM (10 minutes)
- Transcription on computer (50 minutes)
- Minimum accuracy: 90%
Preparation Strategy for Haryana Aspirants
Focus on Hindi Shorthand
Many Haryana court posts accept both English and Hindi shorthand. Hindi shorthand (Kailash Chandra system) can be an advantage if you’re more comfortable in Hindi.
District Court Practice
Get familiar with legal terminology common in civil and criminal court proceedings — property disputes, FIR language, bail applications.
Speed Target
Aim for 100 WPM in practice so 80 WPM in exam feels comfortable.
Previous Year Cutoffs
| Year | General | OBC | SC |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 68.4 | 62.1 | 56.8 |
| 2022 | 71.2 | 64.5 | 59.3 |
| 2024 | 73.8 | 67.2 | 61.4 |
Free Resources
Practice with LipiGyaan’s dictation sessions — we have passages specifically at 80 WPM designed for court exam preparation.