Looking for a stable government job in Odisha’s judicial services? The Office of the District Judge, Kendrapara has invited offline applications for 19 regular vacancies under Advertisement No. 03 of 2026. The recruitment includes posts of Junior Clerk-cum-Copyist, Stenographer Grade-III, Junior Typist, and Salaried Amin. Eligible candidates who meet the required educational qualifications and age criteria can submit their applications in the prescribed format on or before 3 August 2026 (5:00 PM). There is no application fee for any category. In this article, you’ll find complete details about vacancies, eligibility, age limit, salary, selection process, important dates, application procedure, and the official notification.
Important: These appointments are subject to the outcome of WP (C) No. 1273 of 2014 currently pending before the Hon’ble High Court of Orissa.
Kendrapara District Court Recruitment 2026 Quick Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Office of the District Judge, Kendrapara |
| Advertisement No. | 03 of 2026 |
| Advertisement Date | 30.06.2026 |
| Posts | Junior Clerk-cum-Copyist, Stenographer Grade-III, Junior Typist, Salaried Amin |
| Total Vacancies | 19 |
| Application Mode | Offline — Speed Post or Drop Box |
| Application Fee | NIL (no fee for any category) |
| Last Date to Apply | 03.08.2026, 5:00 PM |
| Exam Date | Not mentioned — will be intimated separately |
| Official Website | https://kendrapara.dcourts.gov.in |
Kendrapara District Court Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details
| Post | ST | SC | SEBC | UR | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Junior Clerk-cum-Copyist | 04 (W-2) | 02 (W-2) | 01 | 03 (W-3) | 10 |
| Stenographer Grade-III | 02 (W-1) | — | — | 01 | 03 |
| Junior Typist | 01 | 01 | 01 | 02 | 05 |
| Salaried Amin | 01 | — | — | — | 01 |
| Total | 08 | 03 | 02 | 06 | 19 |
(W) = Women sub-quota within the category vacancy
Notes:
- PwD, Ex-Servicemen, and Sports Person reservation will be as per Government of Odisha rules — specific numbers not mentioned in the notification.
- PwD vacancies will be adjusted against the category to which the candidate belongs.
- If eligible women candidates are unavailable, unfilled women-quota seats go to eligible male candidates of the same category.
- Vacancy numbers may increase or decrease.
- If no category is indicated in the application, the candidate will be treated as UR.
- OBC certificate will NOT be accepted in lieu of SEBC certificate.
Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit (as on 01.05.2026)
- Minimum: 18 years
- Maximum: 42 years
- Age relaxation for SC/ST/SEBC and other reserved categories as per Government of Odisha rules.
Post-wise Qualification & Eligibility
1. Junior Clerk-cum-Copyist
- Passed +3 (Bachelor’s Degree) or equivalent from a recognized University
- Diploma in Computer Application from a recognized institute
- Must be able to speak, read, and write Odia (passed Odia at ME Standard level)
- Must be an Indian citizen
- Good character, sound health, no organic defects
- No more than one living spouse (if married)
- No criminal proceeding pending
- Govt. servants may apply through proper channel with NOC from Head of Office
2. Stenographer Grade-III
- All eligibility conditions of Junior Clerk-cum-Copyist apply
- Additionally: minimum speed of 80 words per minute in Shorthand and 40 words per minute in Typewriting (through Computer System)
3. Junior Typist
- All eligibility conditions of Junior Clerk-cum-Copyist apply
- Additionally: minimum speed of 40 words per minute in Typewriting (through Computer System)
4. Salaried Amin
- Must be an Indian citizen
- Age 18–42 years as on 01.05.2026
- Must be able to speak, read, and write Odia (passed Odia at ME Standard level)
- Passed Matriculation (HSC) or equivalent from a recognized Board
- Must have passed Revenue Inspector Training
- Good character, sound health, no more than one living spouse, no criminal proceeding pending
- Govt. servants may apply through proper channel with NOC
Important Dates
| Event | Date / Details |
|---|---|
| Advertisement Date | 30.06.2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 03.08.2026, 5:00 PM |
| Drop Box Timings | 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM on working days until 03.08.2026 |
| Exam Date | Not mentioned — will be communicated by Speed Post and official website |
Salary / Pay Scale
| Post | Pay Scale (ORSP Rules, 2017) | Pay Level |
|---|---|---|
| Junior Clerk-cum-Copyist | ₹19,900 – ₹63,200/- | Level-4 |
| Stenographer Grade-III | ₹25,500 – ₹81,100/- | Level-7 |
| Junior Typist | ₹19,900 – ₹63,200/- | Level-4 |
| Salaried Amin | ₹21,700 – ₹69,100/- | Level-5 |
Usual DA and other allowances admissible as per Government of Odisha rules from time to time.
Scheme of Examination
1. Junior Clerk-cum-Copyist
| Stage | Subject | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Written Test | English | 100 | 2 hours |
| Written Test | Arithmetic | 100 | 1 hour |
| Written Test | General Knowledge | 100 | 1 hour |
| Practical | Computer Science Test | 100 | 1 hour |
| Viva-Voce | 45 | — |
- Qualifying in written test: 35% in each paper
- Qualifying in Computer Practical: 50% (General/Others), 40% (SC/ST)
- Shortlisting for practical: up to 10 times vacancy per category
2. Stenographer Grade-III
| Stage | Subject | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Written Test | English (qualifying) | 100 | 2 hours |
| Skill Test | Shorthand & Typewriting | 50 | 15 min (5 min dictation + 10 min typing) |
| Practical | Computer Science Test | 100 | 1 hour |
| Viva-Voce | 35 | — |
- 35% in English → called for Shorthand & Typewriting Test (up to 10× vacancy per category)
- Shorthand & Typewriting qualifying: 55% (General/Others), 50% (SC/ST)
- Computer Practical qualifying: 50% (General/Others), 40% (SC/ST)
- Dictation: 400-word English passage in 5 minutes; typing in 10 minutes; each correct word = 0.125 marks
3. Junior Typist
| Stage | Subject | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Written Test | English (qualifying) | 100 | 2 hours |
| Skill Test | Typewriting Test | 50 | 10 minutes |
| Practical | Computer Science Test | 100 | 1 hour |
| Viva-Voce | 35 | — |
- 35% in English → called for Typewriting Test (up to 10× vacancy per category)
- Typewriting qualifying: 55% (General/Others), 50% (SC/ST)
- Computer Practical qualifying: 50% (General/Others), 40% (SC/ST)
- Typing test: 400-word English passage to be typed in 10 minutes through Computer
4. Salaried Amin
| Stage | Subject | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Part I | English | 100 | 2 hours |
| Part I | Arithmetic | 100 | 1 hour |
| Part I | Technical Knowledge — Survey & Settlement (Theory) | 50 | 30 minutes |
| Part II | Technical Knowledge — Survey & Settlement (Practical) | 50 | 30 minutes |
| Part III | Viva-Voce | 45 | — |
- Qualifying in written test: 35% in each paper
- Qualifying in Practical: 40% of total marks
Selection Process
- After receipt of applications, career merit lists are prepared (category-wise, descending order) based on aggregate percentage of HSC + +2 + +3 marks.
- Candidates up to 20 times the vacancy per category are called for the Written Test.
- Based on written test marks, up to 10 times the vacancy per category are shortlisted for Practical/Skill Test.
- Candidates qualifying the Practical/Skill Test are called for Viva-Voce.
- Final merit list is prepared combining Written Test + Practical + Viva-Voce marks (category-wise, descending order).
- Select list remains valid for one year from the date of first appointment or until the next recruitment, whichever is earlier.
- Candidates applying for multiple posts may appear in the examination for only one post of their choice.
How to Apply
- Download the prescribed Form-A from the official website: https://kendrapara.dcourts.gov.in
- Fill the form completely in your own handwriting and sign it.
- Mention the name of the post clearly in CAPITAL letters on the top of the application form and on the envelope.
- Attach all required documents in the sequence shown in the prescribed form (self-attested copies).
- Affix one passport-size photograph in the space provided on the application form.
- Submit separately for each post you are applying for.
- Send by Speed Post OR drop in the Drop Box at Civil Courts premises, Kendrapara between 10:00 AM and 5:00 PM on working days.
- Speed Post address: Office of the District Judge, Civil Courts, Kendrapara, PIN – 754211
- Applications must reach by 5:00 PM on 03.08.2026 — applications received after this time will be summarily rejected.
- Do not submit original testimonials with the application (except Marital Declaration Certificate). Originals must be produced at the Viva-Voce stage.
Document Checklist
For Junior Clerk-cum-Copyist, Stenographer Grade-III & Junior Typist
- Duly filled and signed application in Form-A
- Self-attested copies of HSC, +2, and +3 mark sheets and certificates (showing date of birth)
- Self-attested Diploma in Computer Application certificate
- Stenographer Grade-III only: certificate of minimum 80 wpm shorthand and 40 wpm typewriting from a recognized institute
- Junior Typist only: certificate of minimum 40 wpm typewriting from a recognized institute
- Odia pass certificate at ME Standard (if Odia not in study curriculum)
- Valid Employment Exchange Registration Certificate (self-attested)
- Two Character Certificates from two different Gazetted Officers/Medical Practitioners/Sarpanch (with name and designation)
- Three recent passport-size photographs (one affixed on form)
- Three self-addressed envelopes with ₹60/- postage stamp each (for Speed Post call letters)
- Caste Certificate (SC/ST/SEBC candidates, issued by Competent Authority)
- Disability Certificate (PwD candidates, showing percentage of disability)
- Discharge Certificate (Ex-Servicemen, issued by Commanding Officer)
- Self-declaration of not having more than one living spouse (if married)
- No Objection Certificate (Govt. servants)
- Conversion Certificate (if awarded grade marks instead of percentage)
- Self-declaration of no criminal antecedent
For Salaried Amin (additional/different requirements)
- Self-attested HSC mark sheet and certificate
- Self-attested certificate of successful completion of Revenue Inspector Training
- Odia pass certificate at ME Standard (if Odia not in study curriculum)
- Employment Exchange Registration Certificate
- Two Character Certificates
- Three passport-size photographs + three self-addressed envelopes (₹60/- each)
- Caste Certificate — for SC/ST/SEBC women: must be “by birth” (daughter of); marriage-based caste certificates not accepted
- Discharge Certificate (Ex-Servicemen)
- Self-declaration of not having more than one living spouse (if married)
- No Objection Certificate (Govt. servants)
- Conversion Certificate (if grade marks awarded)
- Self-declaration of no criminal antecedent
Key Rules & Disclaimers
- No application fee for any category.
- No TA/DA will be paid for attending the recruitment examination.
- Appointments are subject to the outcome of WP (C) No. 1273 of 2014 pending before the Hon’ble High Court of Orissa.
- Success in the examination does not confer the right to appointment — the appointing authority must be satisfied that the candidate is suitable in all respects.
- Candidates applying for more than one post can appear in the exam for only one post of their choice.
- Incomplete, unsigned, or incorrect applications will be summarily rejected.
- OBC certificate will not be accepted in lieu of SEBC certificate.
- SEBC certificate must be valid and recent.
- For Salaried Amin, women candidates must submit caste certificate by birth (daughter of) — certificate by virtue of marriage will be rejected.
- Canvassing in any form will result in disqualification.
- Misrepresentation or suppression of facts will result in cancellation of candidature; fraudulent documents will lead to cancellation of appointment.
- A candidate who refuses a post offered to them will be removed from the select list.
- The District Judge reserves the right to revoke the advertisement, cancel the recruitment process, or reject any application without prior notice or reason.
- Exam date not yet announced — candidates are advised to regularly check https://kendrapara.dcourts.gov.in for updates.
Important Links
| Notification PDF | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
| More Odisha Govt Jobs | Click Here |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. How many total vacancies are there in Kendrapara District Court Recruitment 2026? There are 19 total vacancies across four posts — 10 for Junior Clerk-cum-Copyist, 3 for Stenographer Grade-III, 5 for Junior Typist, and 1 for Salaried Amin.
2. What is the last date to apply? 03rd August 2026, by 5:00 PM. Applications must be submitted by Speed Post or dropped in the Drop Box at Civil Courts premises, Kendrapara.
3. Is there any application fee? No. The notification clearly states that no fee is chargeable for any category of candidates.
4. What is the age limit for these posts? The minimum age is 18 years and the maximum is 42 years as on 01.05.2026. Age relaxation applies for SC/ST/SEBC and other reserved categories as per Govt. of Odisha rules.
5. Can I apply online for this recruitment? No. This is an offline recruitment only. Applications must be sent by Speed Post or dropped in the Drop Box at Civil Courts premises, Kendrapara. Online applications are not accepted.
6. Can I apply for more than one post? You can submit separate applications for multiple posts, but you will be allowed to appear in the examination for only one post of your choice.
7. Will TA/DA be provided for the exam? No, the notification explicitly states that no TA/DA will be allowed for attending the recruitment examination.
8. What is the qualification required for the Salaried Amin post? Candidates must have passed Matriculation (HSC) or equivalent examination from a recognized Board, and must have completed Revenue Inspector Training.
9. Is there a typing speed requirement for Stenographer Grade-III? Yes. Candidates must have a minimum speed of 80 words per minute in Shorthand and 40 words per minute in Typewriting through Computer System.