The Office of the District Judge, Bargarh has released the Bargarh District Court Recruitment 2026 Notification for 12 vacancies in the Judgeship. Applications are invited in the prescribed format for the posts of Junior Clerk-cum-Copyist and Stenographer Grade-III. Eligible candidates can submit their offline application through Registered Post/Speed Post on or before 17 August 2026 (5:00 PM).
This recruitment is a good opportunity for candidates seeking Odisha District Court Jobs 2026 after +3 qualification. Before applying, applicants should carefully check the eligibility criteria, age limit, educational qualification, selection process, salary, required documents, and application procedure. Complete details of the Bargarh District Court Recruitment 2026 are provided below
District Court Bargarh Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Issuing Authority | Office of the District Judge, Bargarh |
| Advertisement Date | 15 July 2026 |
| Posts | Junior Clerk-cum-Copyist & Stenographer Grade-III |
| Total Vacancies | 12 |
| Educational Qualification | +3 Degree with DCA (Post-wise) |
| Selection Process | Career Merit List, Written Test, Skill Test (Post-wise), Computer Practical Test, Viva-Voce |
| Job Location | Bargarh, Odisha |
| Application Fee | NIL (No fee) |
| Application Mode | Speed Post / Registered Post only |
| Last Date | 17 August 2026 by 5:00 PM |
| Official Website | https://bargarh.dcourts.gov.in |
District Court Bargarh Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Detail
| Post | UR | ST | SC | SEBC | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Junior Clerk-cum-Copyist | 4 (W-1) | 1 (W-1) | 2 (W-1) | 1 | 08 (W-3) |
| Stenographer Grade-III | 1 (W-1) | 2 (W-1) | 0 | 1 | 04 (W-2) |
| Total | 05 | 03 | 02 | 02 | 12 |
W = Women reserved posts within that category. EWS category is not mentioned in this notification — only UR, ST, SC, and SEBC categories are listed. PwD, Ex-Servicemen, and Sportsmen reservation will be made as per State Government provisions — exact reserved vacancies for these categories are not specified in the notification. If eligible women candidates are not available for reserved women posts, those vacancies will be filled by eligible male candidates of the same category.
Eligibility Criteria
Citizenship
The candidate must be a citizen of India.
Educational Qualification (Both Posts)
- Must have passed at least +3 Examination (Graduation) or an equivalent qualification from a recognised university
- Must have passed at least a Diploma in Computer Application (DCA) from a recognised institute
Odia Language
- Must be able to speak, read, and write Odia
- Must have passed at least a test in Odia equivalent to the Middle English (ME) standard
Additional Requirement — Stenographer Grade-III Only
- Must possess a minimum speed of 80 words per minute in Shorthand
- Must possess a minimum speed of 40 words per minute in Typewriting
- The Typewriting Test will be conducted through Computer System in English language only
Character and Health
- Must be of good character
- Must be of sound health, good physique, and free from organic defects or bodily infirmity
- Must not have more than one spouse living, if married
Age Limit
- Minimum: Over 18 years
- Maximum: Below 42 years as on 17.08.2026
- Age relaxation for reserved categories (SC/ST/SEBC/PwD/Ex-Servicemen etc.) as per relevant Acts, Rules, Orders or Instructions of the State Government — exact years of relaxation are not specified in this notification
Government Employees
Candidates already in government employment must apply through proper channel.
Important Dates
| Event | Date / Time |
|---|---|
| Advertisement Date | 15 July 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 17 August 2026 by 5:00 PM |
| Age Calculation Date | 17 August 2026 |
| Written Test Date | Not mentioned — will be notified on bargarh.dcourts.gov.in individually by post |
Written test date is not mentioned in the notification. Candidates will be informed individually by post and updates will be published on https://bargarh.dcourts.gov.in. Candidates are advised to visit the website regularly.
Salary / Pay Scale
| Post | Pay Scale | Pay Matrix Level |
|---|---|---|
| Junior Clerk-cum-Copyist | Rs. 19,900 – 63,200/- | Level-4 (ORSP Rules, 2017) |
| Stenographer Grade-III | Rs. 25,500 – 81,100/- | Level-7 (ORSP Rules, 2017) |
Pay will be with usual allowances as admissible from time to time in accordance with the directions of the Hon’ble Court. No TA or DA will be allowed for appearing in the examination. ✅ No application fee is required for this recruitment.
Scheme of Examination
For Junior Clerk-cum-Copyist
| Part | Subject | Maximum Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Part-I (Written) | English | 100 | 2 hours |
| Part-I (Written) | Arithmetic | 100 | 1 hour |
| Part-I (Written) | General Knowledge | 100 | 1 hour |
| Part-II | Computer Science Test (Practical) | 100 | 1 hour |
| Part-III | Viva-Voce | 45 | |
Selection sequence: Candidates who clear the Written Examination will be called for Computer Science Practical Test. Those who clear the Practical Test will be called for Viva-Voce.
For Stenographer Grade-III
| Part | Subject | Maximum Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Part-I (Written) | English (Qualifying in nature) | 100 | 2 hours |
| Part-II | Shorthand & Typewriting Test (Computer) | 50 | 15 minutes (5 min Shorthand + 10 min Typewriting) |
| Part-III | Computer Science Test (Practical) | 100 | 1 hour |
| Part-IV | Viva-Voce | 35 | — |
Selection sequence: Written Exam → Shorthand & Typewriting Test → Computer Science Practical → Viva-Voce. Each stage is a qualifier for the next.
Note for Stenographer: The candidate will be dictated a passage of 400 words in English in 5 minutes (Shorthand), which must be reproduced by typing through Computer System in 10 minutes.
Syllabus Highlights
English (Both Posts — 100 Marks)
- Essay writing in English — 30 marks
- Letter or application writing in English — 20 marks
- One Odia passage to be translated into English — 15 marks
- One English passage to be translated into Odia — 15 marks
- Summary of one English passage — 20 marks
Standard required: equivalent to +3 examination of a recognised university.
Arithmetic (Junior Clerk only — 100 Marks)
Fractions, decimals, HCF and LCM, Simple and Compound Interest, Percentages, Profit and Loss, Mixtures, Partnership, Averages, Rates and Taxes, Insurance, Square and Cubic measures, Problems on time, work, and distance.
General Knowledge (Junior Clerk only — 100 Marks)
Knowledge of current events and matters of everyday observation and experience as expected from an educated person.
Computer Science Practical (Both Posts — 100 Marks)
Paragraph formatting, insertion of tables, print and save, file transfer, web searching, browsing, downloading email, use of pen drive, and programmes of accounting.
Viva-Voce (Both Posts)
To assess the suitability of the candidate with particular reference to alertness, general outlook, and potential qualities.
How to Apply — Step by Step
- Download Form-A — The prescribed application format (Form-A) is provided in the official notification. Download it from https://bargarh.dcourts.gov.in
- Fill the application form with the following details:
- Name of the candidate
- Father’s/Husband’s name
- Sex (Male/Female/Other)
- Marital status
- Permanent and present address with PIN code and contact number
- Email ID
- Date of birth and age as on 17.08.2026
- Educational qualification details (HSC, +2, +3/equivalent, DCA) with board/university, year of passing, aggregate marks, grade/division, and percentage
- Mention Category (SC/ST/SEBC/GEN/Sports Person/Ex-Serviceman) — strike out whichever is not applicable
- Mention whether Physically/Orthopedically Handicapped — attach medical certificate if applicable
- Fill Religion, Nationality, and Employment Exchange Registration Number
- Write the post applied for and category in BOLD CAPITAL LETTERS at the top of the application form
- Affix 1 self-signed recent passport-size photograph on the application form and attach 3 more self-signed passport-size photographs separately. Sign on the lower portion of the front side of each photograph
- Attach all self-attested documents (see checklist below)
- Write the post name and category in BOLD CAPITAL LETTERS on the top of the envelope as well
- Enclose two self-addressed envelopes each with adequate postage stamp of Rs. 60/- for Speed Post
- Sign the Declaration at the end of the application form
- Send via Speed Post or Registered Post only to: The District Judge, Bargarh PO/PS-Bargarh, District-Bargarh, PIN-768028 Must reach by: 17 August 2026 by 5:00 PM
Applications received after the due date and time or through any other mode will be summarily rejected. Candidates applying for more than one post must submit separate applications for each post with all relevant documents.
Document Checklist
Attach self-attested photostat copies of all the following:
- Completed application form (Form-A) in prescribed format, filled and signed
- 1 self-signed passport-size photograph affixed on form + 3 additional self-signed passport-size photographs enclosed separately
- HSC certificate and mark sheet
- +2 certificate and mark sheet
- +3 (Graduation) certificate and mark sheet or equivalent
- Diploma in Computer Application (DCA) certificate from recognised institute
- Caste certificate (for SC/ST/SEBC candidates) issued by appropriate authority
- Medical/Disability certificate from Competent Authority (for PwD candidates)
- Discharge certificate from Commanding Officer of last served unit + Affidavit of no civil appointment after military service (for Ex-Servicemen)
- Sports certificate issued by Director of Sports, Odisha (for Sportsmen category)
- Employment Registration Card (self-attested photocopy)
- Two Character Certificates in Original issued by two separate Gazetted Officers/Medical Practitioners/Sarpanch (must not be more than 3 months old as on date of application)
- Two self-addressed envelopes each affixed with Speed Post stamp of Rs. 60/-
- Shorthand & Typewriting Certificate from recognised institution (for Stenographer Grade-III only)
- Declaration that no criminal case is pending and candidate has not been convicted in any criminal court
- Declaration regarding not more than one spouse living (if married)
- Grade marks conversion certificate from Board/Council/University (only if marks awarded in Grade format instead of percentage)
Women candidates belonging to SC/ST categories must submit caste certificate by birth showing “Daughter of ___”. Caste certificate showing “Wife of ___” is NOT acceptable and is liable for rejection. Character certificates more than 3 months old as on date of application are liable for rejection.
Selection Process
Step 1 — Career Merit List After receipt of applications, career merit lists for General and Reserved categories will be prepared based on the descending order of total percentage of marks in HSC, +2, and +3 (or equivalent) examinations.
Step 2 — Shortlisting for Written Exam From each category’s merit list, candidates up to twenty times the actual vacancy in each category will be called for the written examination.
Step 3 — Written Examination
- For Junior Clerk-cum-Copyist: English + Arithmetic + General Knowledge (written)
- For Stenographer Grade-III: English written (qualifying in nature)
Step 4 — Practical Tests
- Junior Clerk: Computer Science Practical Test
- Stenographer: Shorthand & Typewriting Test → Computer Science Practical Test
Step 5 — Viva-Voce Final stage for both posts — tests alertness, general outlook, and potential.
The decision of the District Judge, Bargarh regarding the examination result shall be final and cannot be challenged. The District Recruitment Committee is also competent to adopt suitable methods in processing applications, scrutinising them, and conducting the test. The Committee’s decision shall be final.
Key Rules and Conditions
- No application fee — this recruitment is completely free to apply for
- No TA or DA will be provided for attending the examination
- Canvassing in any form will result in disqualification of candidature
- Impersonation or fabrication of documents will lead to criminal prosecution and debarment from future examinations
- Applications not in prescribed format are liable to be rejected
- Incomplete or incorrect applications will be summarily rejected without assigning any reason
- Non-compliance of any requirement in the advertisement will lead to summary rejection
- Candidates applying for more than one post must submit separate complete applications — if called for exam for more than one post, they can appear for only one post of their choice
- No correspondence will be entertained and no information will be supplied during the recruitment process
- The District Judge-cum-Chairman, District Recruitment Committee, Bargarh reserves the right to revoke the advertisement, cancel the recruitment, or cancel any application at any time without assigning any reason and without prior notice
- The number of vacancies may be subject to change by the District Recruitment Committee without notice
- Candidates are advised to regularly visit https://bargarh.dcourts.gov.in for updates on written test dates and other announcements
Important Links
| Notification PDF | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
| More Odisha Govt Jobs | Click Here |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q1. Who has issued this recruitment notification and for which posts? The Office of the District Judge, Bargarh has issued Advertisement No. 01 of 2026 dated 15 July 2026 for 12 posts — 8 Junior Clerk-cum-Copyist and 4 Stenographer Grade-III — in the Bargarh Judgeship, Odisha.
Q2. What is the total number of vacancies and how are they distributed? There are 12 total vacancies — 8 for Junior Clerk-cum-Copyist (UR-4, ST-1, SC-2, SEBC-1) and 4 for Stenographer Grade-III (UR-1, ST-2, SC-0, SEBC-1). Of the 12 posts, 5 are reserved for women candidates across categories.
Q3. Is there any application fee for this recruitment? No. The notification clearly states that no examination fee is required to be paid by the candidates. This recruitment is completely free to apply for.
Q4. What is the minimum qualification required for both posts? Candidates must have passed at least +3 (Graduation) or equivalent from a recognised university along with a Diploma in Computer Application (DCA) from a recognised institute. Additionally, candidates must have passed a test in Odia equivalent to the ME standard.
Q5. What is the age limit for these posts? Candidates must be over 18 years and below 42 years of age as on 17.08.2026. Age relaxation for reserved categories will be as per State Government rules — exact years of relaxation are not specified in the notification.
Q6. Is there any special requirement for the Stenographer Grade-III post? Yes. For Stenographer Grade-III, candidates must have a minimum speed of 80 words per minute in Shorthand and 40 words per minute in Typewriting. The typewriting test will be conducted through Computer System in English language only.
Q7. What is the last date to apply and how should I send the application? The last date is 17 August 2026 by 5:00 PM. Applications must be sent via Speed Post or Registered Post only to the District Judge, Bargarh, PO/PS-Bargarh, District-Bargarh, PIN-768028. Applications received after the deadline or through any other mode will be summarily rejected.
Q8. What is the salary for Junior Clerk-cum-Copyist and Stenographer Grade-III? Junior Clerk-cum-Copyist gets Rs. 19,900–63,200/- (Level-4) and Stenographer Grade-III gets Rs. 25,500–81,100/- (Level-7) as per ORSP Rules, 2017, with usual admissible allowances.
Q9. When will the written test be held? The written test date is not mentioned in the notification. Candidates will be informed individually by post and the schedule will be published on the official website https://bargarh.dcourts.gov.in. Candidates are advised to visit the website regularly.
Q10. Can I apply for both Junior Clerk-cum-Copyist and Stenographer Grade-III? Yes, you can apply for both posts but you must submit separate complete applications for each post with all required documents. However, if you are called to appear in the written examination for more than one post, you will be allowed to appear for only one post of your choice.
Q11. What happens if I have grade marks instead of percentage marks in my marksheet? If your educational board/council/university has awarded Grade Marks instead of percentage, you must submit a grade conversion certificate from the concerned Board/Council/University showing the actual equivalent percentage and conversion formula. Without this, your application is liable to be rejected.
Closing Note
A district court recruitment with zero application fee, a multi-stage selection process, and government pay scales — this is exactly the kind of opportunity that deserves quick action. Whether you are targeting the Junior Clerk-cum-Copyist post or the better-paying Stenographer Grade-III position, make sure your documents are in order, your application is in the prescribed format, and it reaches the office of the District Judge, Bargarh by 17 August 2026 before 5:00 PM.
Keep checking https://bargarh.dcourts.gov.in for written test date announcements and any updates to the recruitment. Prepare well for the Computer Practical and if you are going for Stenographer, start practising your shorthand and typewriting speed right away. Best of luck!