Junior Clerk cum Copyist, Stenographer Grade III & Other Posts

Appointments are on a regular basis with usual Dearness Allowance (D.A.) and other allowances as admissible by the Government of Odisha.

The recruitment process for all posts includes a Written Test and a Viva-Voce Test. Specific practical tests are also conducted for Stenographer Grade-III, Junior Typist, and Salaried Amin. The standard for most written tests corresponds to a +3 Examination (Bachelor's Degree) for Junior Clerk, Stenographer, and Junior Typist, and H.S.C. (10+2) for Salaried Amin.

• Written Test (400 Marks):
  • English (100 marks, 2 hours): Essay, Letter/Application, Oriya to English translation, English to Oriya translation, Summary.
  • Arithmetic (100 marks, 1 hour): Vulgar fractions, Decimals, H.C.F., L.C.M., Simple/Compound Interest, Percentages, Profit/Loss, Mixtures, Partnership, Average, Rates/Taxes, Insurance, Square/Cubic measures, Problems on time/work and time/distance.
  • General Knowledge (100 marks, 1 hour): Current events and everyday observation.
  • Computer Science Test (Practical) (100 marks, 1 hour): Test of proficiency in formatting, tables, printing/saving, file transfer, website searching/browsing, email, pen-drive usage, other software, and Accounting programs.
• Viva-Voce Test: 45 marks.

Qualifying Criteria: Candidates securing 35% in each written paper will be called for the Computer Science Test. Cut-off for Computer Science Test (Practical) is 50% for General and 40% for SC/ST candidates.

• Written Test:
  • English (Qualifying, 100 marks): Same syllabus as Junior Clerk-cum-Copyist.
  • Shorthand and Typewriting Test (50 marks, 15 minutes): Dictation of 400 words in English in 5 minutes (80 WPM Shorthand), reproduced in type script in 10 minutes (40 WPM Typewriting) through Computer System.
  • Computer Science Test (Practical) (100 marks, 1 hour): Same syllabus as Junior Clerk-cum-Copyist.
• Viva-Voce Test: 35 marks.

Qualifying Criteria: 35% in English. Candidates up to 10 times the vacancy called for Shorthand/Typewriting Test. Minimum 55% in Shorthand & Typewriting Test for General (50% for SC/ST) to qualify for Computer Science Test. Marking includes 0.125 marks per correct word and penalties for mistakes.

• Written Test:
  • English (Qualifying, 100 marks): Same syllabus as Junior Clerk-cum-Copyist.
  • Typewriting Test (50 marks, 10 minutes): Reproducing a 400-word English passage by typing through Computer System in 10 minutes (40 WPM).
  • Computer Science Test (Practical) (100 marks, 1 hour): Same syllabus as Junior Clerk-cum-Copyist.
• Viva-Voce Test: 35 marks.

Qualifying Criteria: 35% in English. Candidates up to 10 times the vacancy called for Typewriting Test. Minimum 55% in Typewriting Test for General (50% for SC/ST) to qualify for Computer Science Test. Marking includes 0.125 marks per correct word and penalties for mistakes.

• Part-I Written Test:
  • English (100 marks, 2 hours): Same syllabus as Junior Clerk-cum-Copyist, standard equal to H.S.C. Examination.
  • Arithmetic (100 marks, 1 hour): Same syllabus as Junior Clerk-cum-Copyist.
  • Technical Knowledge in Survey and Settlement (Theory) (50 marks, 1½ hour or 30 minutes): Sound knowledge in Survey & Settlement.
• Part-II Technical Knowledge in Survey and Settlement (Practical) (50 marks, 1½ hour or 30 minutes): Practical application of Survey & Settlement knowledge.
• Part-III Viva-Voce Test: 45 marks.

Qualifying Criteria: 35% in each paper of written test for the Practical Test. 40% of total marks in Technical Knowledge in Survey and Settlement (Practical) to qualify for Viva Voce Test.

The Viva-Voce Test for all posts assesses alertness, general outlook, and potential qualities of the candidate.

Eligible candidates must submit their application in the prescribed Form-A, duly filled and signed, along with self-attested copies of all required documents. Applications can be submitted via two methods:

• By Speed Post: Applications and documents must be sent to the Office of the District Judge, Civil Courts, Kendrapara, PIN-754211. The application must reach the office on or before 5:00 P.M. on 2026-08-03.
• Drop Box: Applicants may also drop their application forms in closed envelopes into the Drop Box located at the Civil Courts premises, Kendrapara, between 10:00 A.M. and 5:00 P.M. on any working day, up to 2026-08-03.

List of Documents to be Submitted:

• Self-attested copies of certificates and mark-sheets of H.S.C., +2, and +3 examinations (or equivalents) showing the date of birth.
• Self-attested certificate for Diploma in Computer Application from a recognized institute.
• For Stenographer Grade-III: Self-attested certificates demonstrating minimum speed of 80 WPM in Shorthand and 40 WPM in Typewriting, and successful completion of a Stenography course.
• For Junior Typist: Self-attested certificate demonstrating minimum speed of 40 WPM in Typewriting and successful completion of a Typewriting Course.
• Self-attested certificate confirming passing of Oriya at least at M.E. Standard.
• Valid Employment Exchange Registration Certificate.
• Two Character Certificates issued by two different Gazetted Officers/Medical Practitioner/Sarpanch.
• Three self-attested recent passport size photographs (one affixed to the application form).
• Three self-addressed envelopes with postage stamp of Rs. 60/- for dispatch of call letters by Speed Post.
• Self-attested Caste Certificate (SC/ST/SEBC) from the Competent Authority. (Women candidates in reserved categories need to submit birth-based caste certificates).
• Self-attested Disability Certificate (if applicable).
• Discharge Certificate for Ex-Servicemen.
• Self-declaration stating not having more than one spouse living (if married).
• 'No Objection Certificate' (NOC) for candidates currently in Government Service.
• Self-attested “Conversion Certificate” if awarded Grade marks instead of Percentage of marks.
• Self-declaration confirming no criminal antecedents.
• For Salaried Amin: Self-attested certificate of successful completion of Revenue Inspector Training.

Applications found defective, incomplete, not in the prescribed format, or without the applicant's full signature will be summarily rejected.

No fee is chargeable for the examination for candidates of all categories.