Bhadrak District Court Recruitment 2026 notification has been released by the Office of the District Judge, Bhadrak inviting applications in the prescribed format for the recruitment of Junior Clerk-cum-Copyist, Stenographer Grade-III, Junior Typist, and Salaried Amin posts. As per the official advertisement dated 28 July 2026, eligible candidates can submit their offline application on or before 28 August 2026. The recruitment offers regular pay under the ORSP Rules, 2017, with salaries ranging from ₹19,900 to ₹81,100 depending on the post. Interested candidates are advised to check the vacancy details, eligibility criteria, age limit, educational qualifications, selection process, important dates, required documents, and application procedure before submitting their application form.
District Judge Office Bhadrak Recruitment 2026 Quick Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Office of the District Judge, Bhadrak |
| Post Names | Junior Clerk-cum-Copyist, Stenographer Grade-III, Junior Typist, Salaried Amin |
| Total Vacancies | 34 |
| Job Type | Contractual (Odisha Group-C & Group-D posts Rules, 2013), subject to result of W.P.(C) No. 1273 of 2014 |
| Application Mode | Offline (By Speed Post or Drop Box) |
| Advertisement Date | 28th July 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 28.08.2026 (5:00 PM) |
| Application Fee | Nil (No examination fee for any category) |
| Age Limit | 18 to 42 years as on 28.08.2026 |
| Written Exam Date | To be intimated later |
| Official Website | https://bhadrak.dcourts.gov.in |
Vacancy Details (Category-wise Breakup)
| Post Name | ST | SC | SEBC | UR | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Junior Clerk-cum-Copyist | 10 (incl. 4 Women) | 01 | – | 08 (incl. 1 Woman) | 19 |
| Stenographer Grade-III | 03 (incl. 1 Woman) | 02 (incl. 1 Woman) | – | – | 05 |
| Junior Typist | 03 (incl. 1 Woman) | – | 01 | 01 | 05 |
| Salaried Amin | 02 (incl. 1 Woman) | 02 (incl. 1 Woman) | – | 01 | 05 |
| Grand Total | 34 |
Important Note on Women’s Reservation: The vacancy reserved for women/PH (Persons with Disability)/Ex-servicemen/Sports Person is included within the total of the respective category — it is not an additional quota. For example, out of the 10 ST vacancies in Junior Clerk-cum-Copyist, 4 are earmarked for women within that same ST total.
Other important notes:
- The number of vacancies in different categories may increase or decrease.
- If eligible female candidates are unavailable or insufficient in a category, the remaining women’s-quota vacancies will be filled by eligible male candidates of that same category.
- Exchange of reservation between SC and ST will not be considered.
- The recruiting authority reserves the right to cancel the recruitment process at any time without prior notice.
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
For Junior Clerk-cum-Copyist / Stenographer Grade-III / Junior Typist:
- Must be a citizen of India.
- Must have passed at least +3 Examination (or equivalent) from a recognized University.
- Must have at least passed a Diploma in Computer Application from a recognized institute.
- Age: Over 18 years and below 42 years as on 28.08.2026 (upper age limit relaxable for reserved categories as per government rules).
- Must be able to speak, read, and write Odia, and must have passed a test in Odia equivalent to M.E. Standard.
- Must be of good character, sound health, good physique, and free from organic defect, bodily infirmity, or communicable disease.
- Must not have more than one spouse living, if married.
- Must have registered their name in an Employment Exchange.
- No criminal proceeding should be pending against the candidate.
- For Junior Typist: Minimum typing speed of 40 words per minute in English.
- For Stenographer Grade-III: Minimum 80 words per minute in shorthand and 40 words per minute in English typing.
- Candidates already working under State or Central Government (temporary or permanent) may also apply, provided they meet the qualification and age criteria, and must inform their Head of Office in writing and obtain a “No Objection Certificate.”
For Salaried Amin (additional/different criteria):
Must fulfil the common criteria above (citizenship, age, Odia language test, good character, sound health, one-spouse condition, no pending criminal case, NOC if in government service) — except the +3 and Computer Diploma clauses — and additionally must:
- Have passed the matriculation examination or equivalent from a recognized Board.
- Have passed Revenue Inspector Training from a Government/recognized institution.
- Possess knowledge of computers.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement Date | 28th July 2026 |
| Last Date for Receipt of Application | 28.08.2026 (up to 5:00 PM) |
| Date of Written Examination | To be intimated later by Speed Post/Official District Court website |
Salary Details (Pay Scale)
| Post | Pay Scale (Level, ORSP Rules 2017) |
|---|---|
| Junior Clerk-cum-Copyist | Rs. 19,900 – 63,200/- (Level-4) |
| Stenographer Grade-III | Rs. 25,500 – 81,100/- (Level-7) |
| Junior Typist | Rs. 19,900 – 63,200/- (Level-4) |
| Salaried Amin | Rs. 21,700 – 69,100/- (Level-5) |
Usual Dearness Allowance (D.A.) and other allowances will be admissible as per government rules from time to time. Note: Regular scale of pay and applicability of Odisha Group-C & Group-D (Contractual appointment) Rules, 2013 for these posts is subject to the outcome of W.P.(C) No. 1273 of 2014 pending before the Hon’ble High Court of Orissa, Cuttack.
Application Fee: No examination fee is required from candidates of any category.
How to Apply — Step by Step
- Download/obtain the prescribed Form-A (Application Format) and Annexure-I (List of Enclosures).
- Fill in the application form completely in your own handwriting with full signature, along with all required particulars.
- Attach a recent self-attested passport-size photograph on the form as indicated.
- Enclose all required self-attested documents (listed in the Document Checklist below) in the sequence shown in the prescribed form.
- Submit a separate application for each post you wish to apply for. Clearly mention the post name in CAPITAL letters with underline on top of both the application form and the envelope.
- Candidates currently in Government service must apply through proper channel and attach a self-attested “No Objection Certificate” from their employer.
- Send the completed application with all documents by Speed Post only, addressed to: The Registrar, Civil Courts, Bhadrak, At- Nalanga, P.O- Barikpur Bazar, Dist- Bhadrak, Pin-756112 so as to reach on or before 5:00 PM on 28.08.2026.
- Alternatively, candidates may drop their filled application in the “Application Drop Box” kept at the office of the Registrar, Civil Courts, Bhadrak, during office hours on working days only.
- Applications received after the due date/time will be summarily rejected. Applications without full signature, or found defective/incomplete, will also be rejected.
- Important: A candidate may apply for more than one post, but can appear in the written examination for only ONE post of their choice, since the written exam for all four posts will be held on the same day.
Document Checklist
- Self-attested copy of H.S.C. Board or equivalent certificate showing proof of age and mark sheet (all posts)
- Self-attested copy of +2 or equivalent examination certificate and mark sheet (Jr. Clerk/Stenographer/Jr. Typist)
- Self-attested copy of +3 or equivalent examination certificate and mark sheet (Jr. Clerk/Stenographer/Jr. Typist)
- Self-attested copy of Diploma in Computer Application certificate (Jr. Clerk/Stenographer/Jr. Typist)
- Self-attested certificate of Stenography course completion — Shorthand & English Typing (for Stenographer Grade-III only)
- Self-attested certificate of English Type Writing Course completion (for Junior Typist only)
- Self-attested certificate of Revenue Inspector Training (for Salaried Amin only)
- Self-attested certificate of Odia language test passed (at least M.E. Standard)
- Two original Character Certificates from two different Gazetted Officers/Medical Practitioner/Sarpanch (mentioning name & designation)
- Three self-signed recent passport-size photographs (one affixed on Form-A)
- Three self-addressed envelopes with Rs. 60/- postage stamp affixed on each, for dispatch of call letters by Speed Post
- Self-attested Caste Certificate (for SC/ST/SEBC candidates)
- Self-attested Disability Certificate showing percentage (for PWD candidates)
- Self-attested certificate/identity card for Sports Person and Ex-Serviceman category
- Self-attested valid Employment Exchange Registration Card
- Self-attested “conversion certificate” (for candidates awarded Grade marks instead of percentage)
- Self-declaration certificate confirming not more than one spouse living (for married candidates)
Selection Process — Exam Scheme & Syllabus (Post-wise)
Written examination for all four posts will be held on the same day.
A. Junior Clerk-cum-Copyist
| Part | Subject | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Part I | English (+3 Standard) | 100 | 2 hours |
| Part I | Arithmetic | 100 | 1 hour |
| Part I | General Knowledge | 100 | 1 hour |
| Part II | Computer Science Test (Practical) | 100 | 1 hour |
| Part III | Viva-Voce Test | 45 | – |
- Candidates securing 35% marks in each paper of the written test are called for Computer Science Test (Practical), up to 10 times the vacancy in each category.
- Cut-off for Computer Science Test (Practical): 50% for General/other categories, 40% for SC/ST.
- English syllabus: Essay (30 marks), Letter/Application (20 marks), Odia-to-English translation (15 marks), English-to-Odia translation (15 marks), Summary writing (20 marks).
- Arithmetic syllabus: Vulgar fractions & decimals, HCF/LCM, Simple & Compound Interest, percentage, profit & loss, mixtures, partnership, averages, rates & taxes, insurance, square & cubic measures, time & work, time & distance.
- General Knowledge: Current events and everyday matters expected of an educated person.
- Computer Science Test (Practical): Paragraph formatting, table insertion, print/save skills, file transfer, web browsing/downloading, email, pen-drive usage, accounting software basics.
- Viva-Voce: Assesses alertness, general outlook, and potential.
B. Junior Typist
| Sl. No | Subject | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | English (qualifying in nature, +3 Standard) | 100 | 2 hours |
| 2 | Type Writing Test (computer system) | 50 | 10 minutes |
| 3 | Computer Science Test (Practical) | 100 | 1 hour |
| 4 | Viva-Voce Test | 35 | – |
- Type Writing Test: A 400-word English passage to be typed in 10 minutes; 0.125 marks per correct word.
- Candidates securing 55% (General)/50% (SC/ST) in the Type Writing Test are called for Computer Science Test.
- Cut-off for Computer Science Test: 50% General, 40% SC/ST.
- English and Computer Science/Viva-Voce syllabus same as Junior Clerk-cum-Copyist above.
C. Stenographer Grade-III
| Sl. No | Subject | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | English (qualifying in nature, +3 Standard) | 100 | 2 hours |
| 2 | Shorthand & Type Writing Test (computer system) | 50 | 5+10=15 minutes |
| 3 | Computer Science Test (Practical) | 100 | 1 hour |
| 4 | Viva-Voce Test | 35 | – |
- Skill Test: A 400-word passage dictated in 5 minutes (shorthand), reproduced in type script in 10 minutes via computer system.
- Candidates securing 55% (General)/50% (SC/ST) in shorthand & typing are called for Computer Science Test.
- Cut-off for Computer Science Test: 50% General, 40% SC/ST.
- English and Computer Science/Viva-Voce syllabus same as Junior Clerk-cum-Copyist above.
D. Salaried Amin
| Part | Subject | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Part-I | English | 100 | 2 hours |
| Part-I | Arithmetic (10th Standard) | 100 | 1 hour |
| Part-I | Technical Knowledge in Survey & Settlement (Theory) | 50 | 1 hour |
| Part-II | Technical Knowledge in Survey & Settlement (Practical) | 50 | 1 hour |
| Part-III | Computer (Practical Test) | 50 | 30 minutes |
| Part-IV | Viva-Voce Test | 30 | – |
- Candidates securing 35% in each Part-I subject proceed to Part-II.
- Cut-off for Part-II (Survey & Settlement Practical): 50% General, 40% SC/ST.
- Cut-off for Part-III (Computer Practical): 50% General, 40% SC/ST.
- English syllabus for Salaried Amin: Essay (30 marks), Letter/Application (20 marks), Odia-to-English translation (25 marks), English-to-Odia translation (25 marks).
- Arithmetic, Computer Test, and Viva-Voce syllabus same as detailed for Junior Clerk-cum-Copyist above.
- Survey and Settlement: Complete knowledge of Survey and Settlement (Theory and Practical).
Key Rules & Disclaimers
- Regular pay scale and applicability of contractual appointment rules for these posts are subject to the outcome of W.P.(C) No. 1273 of 2014, pending before the Hon’ble High Court of Orissa, Cuttack.
- A candidate may apply for more than one post but can appear in the written exam for only one post, as all exams are held the same day.
- In case of a large number of applications, the Authority reserves the right to shortlist candidates in the ratio of 1:20 (category-wise, based on advertised vacancy) as per applicable rules.
- If a candidate’s qualifying certificate is found fraudulent, they will be prosecuted, even after joining.
- Candidates awarded only “Grade Marks” (not percentage) must submit a conversion certificate from their University/Council/Board along with the application.
- Caste Certificate, Odia Test Pass Certificate, PWD Certificate, and Ex-serviceman Discharge Certificate must be issued by the competent authority within the last date fixed for receipt of applications.
- Any form of canvassing by the applicant will lead to rejection of the application.
- Application received without full signature, or found defective/incomplete, will be summarily rejected.
- The date of the written examination will be intimated later by Speed Post or via the official District Court website.
- Candidates are advised to regularly check https://bhadrak.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)
Q1. How many total vacancies are there in this recruitment? There are 34 total vacancies: Junior Clerk-cum-Copyist (19), Stenographer Grade-III (5), Junior Typist (5), and Salaried Amin (5).
Q2. What is the last date to submit the application? The last date is 28.08.2026, up to 5:00 PM, either by Speed Post or by dropping it in the Application Drop Box at the Registrar’s office, Civil Courts, Bhadrak.
Q3. Is there any application fee for this recruitment? No, there is no examination fee for candidates of any category.
Q4. What is the age limit for these posts? Candidates must be over 18 years and below 42 years of age as on 28.08.2026, with relaxation for reserved categories as per government rules.
Q5. Can a candidate apply for more than one post? Yes, but a separate application must be submitted for each post, and the candidate can appear in the written examination for only one post, since all exams are held on the same day.
Q6. Is knowledge of Odia language mandatory? Yes, candidates must be able to speak, read, and write Odia and must have passed a test in Odia equivalent to M.E. Standard.
Q7. What typing speed is required for Junior Typist and Stenographer Grade-III? Junior Typist requires a minimum of 40 words per minute in English typing. Stenographer Grade-III requires 80 words per minute in shorthand and 40 words per minute in English typing.
Q8. Is a Computer Diploma mandatory for all posts? It is mandatory for Junior Clerk-cum-Copyist, Stenographer Grade-III, and Junior Typist. For Salaried Amin, only general computer knowledge is required (not specifically a Diploma).
Q9. When will the written examination be held? The date of the written examination has not yet been announced. It will be intimated later via Speed Post or the official District Court website.
Q10. Is TA/DA provided for appearing in the examination? This is not mentioned in the official advertisement.
Q11. How is the merit/qualifying process structured for these posts? Each post has a multi-part exam scheme (written test, skill/practical test, computer test, and viva-voce), with specific cut-off percentages at each stage — generally 50% for General category and 40% for SC/ST candidates to qualify for the Computer Science Test, followed by a Viva-Voce for final assessment.
Q12. What happens if a candidate’s certificate is found fraudulent? The candidate, even if already joined, will be prosecuted as per rules.