Southern Odisha’s job seekers, this one is for you. The Office of the District & Sessions Judge, Rayagada has officially published Advertisement No. 01 of 2026, dated 15 May 2026, inviting applications for 17 Group-C posts across three categories — Junior Clerk-cum-Copyist, Junior Typist, and Stenographer Grade-III — in the Judgeship of Rayagada for the Recruitment Year 2026-27.
What makes this notification stand out? These are regular government appointments with proper pay scales under ORSP Rules, 2017. And there is absolutely NO examination fee. Whether you are a fresh graduate from Rayagada, Gunupur, Bissamcuttack, or the surrounding areas — this is a genuine opportunity to secure a career in the judiciary.
The last date to submit your application is 17 June 2026 by 5:00 PM. Read every detail carefully before you put pen to paper.
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Rayagada District Court Recruitment 2026 Quick Overview
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Ofice of the District & Sessions Judge, Rayagada |
| Advertisement No. | 01 of 2026 |
| Recruitment Year | 2026-27 |
| Date of Notification | 15 May 2026 |
| Posts | Junior Clerk-cum-Copyist, Junior Typist, Stenographer Grade-III |
| Total Vacancie | 17 |
| Group | Group-C |
| Nature of Appointment | Regular |
| Examination Fee | NIL—No Fee |
| Application Mode | Offline — Speed Post / Registered Post /In Person |
| Last Date | 17 June 2026 by 5:00PM |
| Official Website | http://rayagada.dcourts.gov.in |
About Rayagada District Court
The Office of the District & Sessions Judge, Rayagada is part of Odisha’s state judiciary — one of the most structured and respected employment systems in the state. District Court recruitments in Odisha follow the Odisha District and Civil Courts’ Judicial Staff Services (Method of Recruitment and Conditions of Service) Rules, 2008, amended up to 2026 — ensuring a fair, transparent, and merit-based selection process.
For candidates from southern Odisha districts — Rayagada, Koraput, Malkangiri, Nabarangpur, and Kalahandi — a court posting in Rayagada is not just a job. It is a career built on stability, dignity, and the satisfaction of contributing to the justice system at the ground level.
This advertisement has been circulated to all district courts across Odisha and displayed at employment offices, tehsil offices, and government institutions — making it one of the most widely publicised local court recruitments of 2026.
Rayagada District Court Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details
| Post | UR | ST | SC | SEBC | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Junior Clerk- cum-Copyist | 05 (02- W) | 03 (02- W)* | 01 | _ | 09 |
| Stenographer Grade-III | 02 | 02 (01- W)* | _ | _ | 04 |
| Junior Typist | 01 | 03 (01- W)* | _ | _ | 04 |
| Total | 17 | ||||
Notes:
(W) = Preferably Women Candidate
ST vacancies marked with * include backlog vacancies (carry-forward)
The number of vacancies may increase or decrease
Reservation for Ex-Servicemen, PwD, and Sports persons will be filled as per existing rules
The District Judge, Rayagada reserves the right to cancel the recruitment process at any time without prior notice
Pay Scale & Salary
| Post | Pay Scale | Pay Level |
|---|---|---|
| Junior Clerk-cum- Copyist | र19,900- र63, 200/- per month | Level-4 |
| Junior Typist | र19.900- र63, 200/-per month | Level-4 |
| Stenographer Grade-III | र25, 500-र81, 100/- per month | Level-7 |
All posts carry usual Dearness Allowance (DA) and other allowances as admissible to Government employees under ORSP Rules, 2017.
Legal Note: These appointments are subject to the result of WP(C) No. 1273/2014 pending before the Hon’ble High Court of Orissa, Cuttack. Candidates must be aware of this condition mentioned in the official notification.
Age Limit & Relaxation
| Criteria | Age |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | Over 18 years |
| Maximum Age | Below 42 years |
| Age Calculated as on | 01May2026 |
Age Relaxation
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST/SEBC Women | 5 years relaxation in upper age limit |
| PwD candidates | As per relevant Acts/Rules/Orders of the Government |
| Ex-Servicemen | As per relevant Acts/Rules/Orders of the Government |
Important: Date of birth entered in the High School Certificate (HSC) or equivalent certificate by the concerned Board/Council will only be accepted. No other document for date of birth will be entertained.
Educational Qualification
All three posts — Junior Clerk-cum-Copyist, Junior Typist, and Stenographer Grade-III — share the following common eligibility requirements:
- Must be a citizen of India
- Must have passed at least +3 (Graduation) examination or equivalent from a recognised University
- Must have passed at least a Diploma in Computer Application from a recognised institute
- Must be able to speak, read and write Odia — must have passed a test in Odia equivalent to the M.E. standard
- 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
Skill Requirements
For Junior Typist
- Minimum typewriting speed: 40 words per minute
- Typewriting test conducted through Computer System in English language only
For Stenographer Grade-III
- Minimum shorthand speed: 80 words per minute
- Minimum typewriting speed: 40 words per minute
- Typewriting test conducted through Computer System in English language only
For Government Servants
Government servants — whether temporary or permanent — are eligible to apply, provided they meet the qualification and age requirements. They must inform their Head of Office in writing and obtain a No Objection Certificate (NOC), which must be submitted along with the application.
Scheme of Examination
A — Junior Clerk-cum-Copyist
| Subject | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| English | 100 | 2hours |
| Arithmetic | 100 | 1hours |
| General Knowledge | 100 | 1hours |
| Computer Science Test (Practical) | 100 | 1hours |
| Viva-Voce Test | 45 | |
How it works:
- Only candidates who clear the Written Test (Part-I) are called for the Computer Science Practical (Part-II)
- Only candidates who clear the Computer Practical are called for the Viva Voce (Part-III)
B — Junior Typist & Stenographer Grade-III
| Subject | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| English (Qualifying in nature) | 100 | 2hours |
| Typewriting Test (for Junior Typist) | 50 | 10 minutes |
| Shorthand & Typewriting Test (for Stenographer Grade- III) | 50 | 15 minutes |
| Computer Science Test (Practical) | 100 | 1hours |
| Viva Voce Test | 35 | |
Important notes:
- The typewriting and shorthand tests will be held after the publication of the written test result
- Dates of these practical tests will be intimated separately to eligible candidates
- English syllabus for Junior Typist and Stenographer Grade-III is the same as for Junior Clerk-cum-Copyist
- Typewriting test is through Computer System in English language only
Syllabus Highlights
English (100 marks — Common for all 3 posts)
- Essay writing in English — 30 marks
- Letter or application writing in English — 20 marks
- One Odia passage translated into English — 15 marks
- One English passage translated into Odia — 15 marks
- Summary of one English passage — 20 marks
Standard: Equivalent to +3 Examination of a recognised University
Arithmetic (for Junior Clerk-cum-Copyist — 100 marks)
Vulgar fractions and 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 and work, time and distance.
General Knowledge (for Junior Clerk-cum-Copyist — 100 marks)
Knowledge of current events and everyday observation matters expected from an educated person.
Computer Science Practical (all 3 posts — 100 marks)
Text formatting, insertion of tables, print and save skills, file transfer, website searching/browsing, downloading emails, use of pen drive and other software, programmes of accounting.
Manner of Selection — Career Merit List Process
The selection process in Rayagada District Court is multi-stage and merit-based. Here is exactly how it works:
Step 1 — Career Merit List Preparation After applications are received, Career Merit Lists are prepared separately for General and Reserved categories based on the descending order of total percentage of marks in HSC + +2 + +3 examinations (or equivalent). Extra optional paper marks are excluded.
Step 2 — Call for Written Test From each category, candidates up to 20 times the actual vacancy in that category are called to appear in the written test.
Step 3 — Call for Computer Practical & Shorthand/Typewriting Test Based on written test marks, separate merit lists are prepared for General and Reserved categories. Candidates up to 10 times the vacancy in each category are called for the Computer Science Practical test and shorthand/typewriting test (as applicable).
Step 4 — Viva Voce Candidates who clear the practical tests are called for the Viva Voce Test. The final selection is based on overall performance across all stages.
This structured, multi-stage process ensures transparency and gives every eligible candidate a fair shot based purely on merit.
Important Dates
| Event | Date/Deadline |
|---|---|
| Date of Advertisement | 15 May 2026 |
| Last Date for Receiptof Application | 17 June 2026by5:00PM |
| Age Calculated as on | 01 May 2026 |
| Written Examination Date | To be announced |
⚠️ Applications received after 5:00 PM on 17 June 2026 will be summarily rejected. Do not wait for the last day.
Documents Required
For All Three Posts (Junior Clerk-cum-Copyist, Junior Typist, Stenographer Grade-III):
☐ Self-attested copy of 10th Board (HSC) certificate showing proof of age AND 10th Board mark sheet
☐ Self-attested copy of +2 certificate and mark sheet
☐ Self-attested copy of +3 (Graduation) certificate and mark sheet
☐ Self-attested copy of Diploma in Computer Application certificate from a recognised institute
☐ Self-attested copy of Shorthand Course (Stenography & Typewriting) certificate — for Stenographer Grade-III only
☐ Self-attested copy of Typewriting Course certificate — for Junior Typist only
☐ Two Character Certificates in original issued by two different Gazetted Officers/Medical Practitioners/Sarpanch etc. (mention name and designation)
☐ 3 recent passport-size photographs — self-signed (1 affixed on form + 2 extra)
☐ 2 self-addressed envelopes with postage stamp of ₹60/- on each (for Registered/Speed Post dispatch of call letters)
☐ Self-attested copy of Caste Certificate — SC/ST (by birth) / SEBC (issued within last 3 years from closing date)
☐ Self-attested copy of Disability Certificate from Competent Authority (for PwD candidates)
☐ Self-attested copy of Sports Identity Card issued by Director of Sports, Odisha (for sports persons)
☐ Discharge Certificate from Commanding Officer + Affidavit (for Ex-Servicemen)
☐ Self-attested copy of NOC from Head of Office (for Government servants)
☐ Self-declaration: no criminal antecedent (original)
☐ Self-declaration: not more than one spouse living if married (original)
☐ Conversion Certificate (if degree shows Grade Marks instead of percentage)
☐ Mobile Number and Email ID in the application form
Critical Rules on Documents:
- OBC certificate will NOT be accepted in lieu of SEBC certificate — candidates submitting OBC certificates are liable for rejection
- SEBC certificate more than 3 years old by the last date is liable for rejection
- Women candidates of SC/ST/SEBC must submit caste certificate by birth showing “daughter of” — certificate by marriage (“wife of”) will not be accepted
- Exchange of reservation between SC and ST is not permitted
- Write “Submitted by me” + full signature + date on every document copy — forms with unattested documents will be rejected
- Original certificates not required with application (except Character Certificates and both self-declarations) — originals to be produced at Viva Voce
How to Apply — Step-by-Step Guide
Step 1 — Use Form-A Only Download or copy the prescribed Form-A format given at the end of the official advertisement from http://rayagada.dcourts.gov.in. Applications in any other format will be rejected. Unsigned applications will also be rejected.
Step 2 — Fill the Application Form Fill the form carefully in your own handwriting. Include:
- Post Applied For (write clearly)
- Full name (in Block Letters), Father’s/Husband’s name
- Sex (Male/Female/Others), Marital Status
- Permanent and Present Address
- Date of Birth and Age as on 01.05.2026
- Complete educational qualifications (HSC, +2, +3, Diploma in Computer Science) — excluding Extra Optional paper marks
- Category (SC/ST/SEBC/General/Sports Person/Ex-Serviceman)
- Whether Physically/Orthopedically Handicapped
- Whether a Government servant (Yes/No)
- Religion, Nationality
- Employment Exchange Registration Number
- Mobile Number and Email ID
- Names/designations of two Character Certificate issuers
Step 3 — Affix Photograph Paste one self-attested recent passport-size photograph on the application form in the space provided. Keep 2 additional self-signed photographs ready to attach separately.
Step 4 — Prepare All Documents Attach all required self-attested documents. Write “Submitted by me” with your full signature and date on each document copy.
Step 5 — Superscribe the Envelope Write the name of the post applied for in underlined CAPITAL LETTERS on the top of the envelope.
If applying for more than one post, write the names of all other posts applied for at the bottom of Form-A in underlined capital letters.
Step 6 — Send the Application
Send by Speed Post or Registered Post OR deliver in person during office hours on working days to:
Office of the Registrar, Civil Courts, RayagadaAT/PO — RayagadaPIN — 765001District — Rayagada, Odisha
Must reach by: 17 June 2026 by 5:00 PM
⚠️ Applications received after the deadline will be summarily rejected. ⚠️ Separate applications must be submitted for each post.
Important Instructions — Read Before Applying
- No examination fee is required for any post
- Applications in different format or unsigned applications will be rejected outright
- Category of candidate cannot be changed after registration under any circumstances
- If no category is indicated in the application, it will be treated as Unreserved (UR)
- Marks to be mentioned in the application must exclude Extra Optional paper marks
- No TA/DA will be paid for attending the recruitment examination
- The date of examination will be intimated to eligible candidates separately in due course
- Any misrepresentation or suppression of information results in cancellation of candidature
- Fraudulent documents = appointment cancelled + penal action initiated
- The District Judge, Rayagada’s decision on all examination-related matters is final and cannot be challenged
- Keep visiting http://rayagada.dcourts.gov.in regularly for exam date and other updates
Final Words
The Rayagada District Court Recruitment 2026 is a clean, straightforward opportunity for graduates from Rayagada and surrounding districts of southern Odisha. With 17 regular Group-C posts, zero examination fee, and a transparent merit-based selection process — there is very little reason not to apply if you meet the eligibility criteria.
A few things to focus on right now:
For Junior Clerk aspirants — revise your English writing skills, sharpen your Arithmetic, and stay updated on current events. The 20x shortlisting from Career Merit List means your academic percentage in HSC, +2, and +3 directly determines whether you get a shot at the written exam.
For Stenographer and Typist aspirants — your typing speed matters more than anything else. Start practising on a computer system in English today if you haven’t already.
Get your documents ready, prepare your self-addressed envelopes with ₹60/- stamps, and send your application well before 17 June 2026.
Check http://rayagada.dcourts.gov.in regularly for the written exam date and any updates.
All the best to every candidate from Rayagada and beyond!
| Important Links | |
|---|---|
| Notification PDF | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
| More Odisha Govt Jobs | Click Here |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. Is there any application fee for Rayagada District Court Recruitment 2026?
No. There is absolutely zero examination fee for all three posts — Junior Clerk-cum-Copyist, Junior Typist, and Stenographer Grade-III. This recruitment is completely free to apply for.
Q2. What is the minimum educational qualification required?
All three posts require a +3 (Graduation) degree or equivalent from a recognised University, along with a Diploma in Computer Application from a recognised institute.
Q3. What is the age limit and when is it calculated?
Candidates must be over 18 years and below 42 years of age as on 01 May 2026. SC/ST/SEBC/Women candidates get 5 years of age relaxation in the upper limit.
Q4. Where do I send the application?
Send by Speed Post/Registered Post or in person to: Office of the Registrar, Civil Courts, Rayagada, AT/PO-Rayagada, PIN-765001. Must reach by 17 June 2026 by 5:00 PM.
Q5. What typing speed is required for Junior Typist?
A minimum of 40 words per minute in typewriting. The test is conducted through Computer System in English language only.
Q6. What are the speed requirements for Stenographer Grade-III?
Minimum 80 words per minute in shorthand and 40 words per minute in typewriting. Both tests are in English, conducted through Computer System.
Q7. Can I apply for more than one post?
Yes, but you must submit separate applications for each post. Each application must have all required documents attached separately.
Q8. What is the Career Merit List process?
A Career Merit List is prepared based on total percentage in HSC + +2 + +3 (excluding extra optional papers). Candidates up to 20 times the vacancy are called for the written test, and up to 10 times are called for practical tests after written results.