Recruitment under Office of the District Judge, Dhenkanal 2026
Dhenkanal District Court Recruitment 2026: The Office of the District Judge, Dhenkanal has officially released an employment notification (No. 02/Rect./2026) inviting applications for various Group ‘C’ posts in a regular pay scale.
Below is a complete breakdown of the recruitment details written in a clear, human-friendly manner.
Dhenkanal District Court Recruitment: Vacancy Details and Pay Scale
The recruitment drive aims to fill multiple vacancies across distinct cadres. The specific positions, their corresponding monthly pay matrices under ORSP Rules 2017, and category-wise distributions are outlined below:
- Junior Clerk-cum-Copyist (Level-4, Pay Scale: Rs. 19,900 – 63,200/-): There are a total of 13 vacancies available. The category division consists of 3 posts for Scheduled Caste (SC) including 1 reserved for women (W-1), 8 posts for Scheduled Tribe (ST) including 3 reserved for women (W-3), and 1 post for Socially and Educationally Backward Classes (SEBC).
- Junior Typist (Level-4, Pay Scale: Rs. 19,900 – 63,200/-): There are 3 vacancies in total, offering 1 post for the Un-Reserved (UR) category and 2 posts for Scheduled Tribe (ST) candidates.
- Stenographer Grade-III (Level-7, Pay Scale: Rs. 25,500 – 81,100/-): A total of 3 vacancies are advertised, split into 1 post for Un-Reserved (UR) and 2 posts for Scheduled Tribe (ST) including 1 reserved for women (W-1).
- Salaried Amin (Level-5, Pay Scale: Rs. 21,700 – 69,100/-): There is 1 vacancy designated specifically for the Scheduled Tribe (ST) category.
Important Note on Vacancies: The total number of open vacancies can increase or decrease based on authorities’ discretion. Furthermore, if suitable women candidates are unavailable for any reserved category, those remaining spots will be filled up by eligible male candidates from that exact same category.
Eligibility Criteria for Dhenkanal District Court Recruitment
Age Limit for Dhenkanal District Court Recruitment
Candidates must be over 18 years and below 42 years of age as of 01-05-2026. Relaxations on the upper age limits apply for reserved categories according to standard government rules and Odisha District and Civil Courts guidelines.
Educational & Technical Qualifications required for Dhenkanal District Court Recruitment
- For Junior Clerk-cum-Copyist, Junior Typist, and Stenographer Gr. III: * Must be a Citizen of India.
- Must have passed at least a +3 examination or an equivalent qualification from a recognized university.
- Must possess a minimum of a Diploma in Computer Application (DCA) from a recognized institute.
- Specific Skill Standards: * Junior Typist: Minimum typing speed of 40 words per minute on a computer.
- Stenographer Gr. III: Minimum speed of 80 words in shorthand and 40 words in typewriting per minute on a computer.
- For Salaried Amin:
- Must be a Citizen of India and meet the core standard physical/age requirements.
- Must have passed the H.S.C. (10th standard) examination or equivalent from a recognized board.
- Must have successfully passed Revenue Inspector Training from a government-recognized institution.
- Must possess practical knowledge of computer applications.
General Mandatory Requirements for Dhenkanal District Court Recruitment
All applying candidates must be able to speak, read, and write Odia fluently and must have passed a test in Odia equivalent to the M.E. Standard. Candidates must be of good character, sound physical health, and free from bodily infirmities. If married, the applicant must not have more than one living spouse.
Scheme of Examination for Dhenkanal District Court Recruitment
The selection process involves structured testing tailored to individual posts to check general aptitude and technical competencies:
- Junior Clerk-cum-Copyist: The evaluation starts with a Written Test (Part-I) consisting of three papers: English (100 marks, 2 hours), Arithmetic (100 marks, 1 hour), and General Knowledge (100 marks, 1 hour). Qualifying candidates proceed to the Computer Science Test Practical (Part-II) valued at 100 marks (1 hour), and the final step is the Viva-Voce Test (Part-III) carrying 45 marks.
- Stenographer Grade-III & Junior Typist: Candidates face a qualifying written English Paper (100 marks, 2 hours). This is followed by a Shorthand & Type Writing Test (50 marks, 15 mins for Steno / 10 mins for Typist) where a minimum of 55% marks for general categories and 50% for SC/ST is required to move ahead. Shortlisted individuals then sit for the 100-mark Computer Practical Test (Qualifying mark is 50% for general/other categories and 40% for SC/ST) before facing the final Viva-Voce (35 marks).
- Salaried Amin: The scheme consists of a Written Test covering English (100 marks, 2 hours), Arithmetic (50 marks, 1 hour), and Technical Knowledge in Survey and Settlement Theory (50 marks, 1 hour). Passing candidates progress to the Survey Practical Test (50 marks) and finish with a Viva-Voce worth 30 marks.
Application Fees for Dhenkanal District Court Recruitment
There is no examination fee required for this recruitment drive.
Candidates must submit separate application forms for each post cadre if applying for multiple positions, clearly printing the post name in CAPITAL letters on top of the envelope.
Dhenkanal District Court Recruitment- Documents to Enclose (Self-Attested Copies):
- H.S.C. Board certificate and marksheet for age proof.
- +2 and +3 Certificates with marksheets (Not required for Salaried Amin).
- Diploma in Computer Application (DCA) Certificate (Not required for Salaried Amin).
- Technical course certificates: Shorthand certificate (Steno) , Typewriting course certificate (Typist) , or Revenue Inspector Training certificate (Amin) depending on the applied post.
- Odia pass certificate of M.E. standard if Odia wasn’t part of the regular school curriculum.
- Two character certificates from different Gazetted Officers, Medical Practitioners, or a Sarpanch.
- Three recent passport-sized photos with signatures on the front side (one pasted on the form).
- Three self-addressed envelopes affixed with Rs. 60/- postage stamps on each.
- Caste certificate (SC/ST/SEBC) if claiming reservation benefits.
- Valid Employment Exchange Registration Card, PwD certificate, Sports Identity Card, or Military Discharge Certificate where applicable.
- Marital status self-declaration stating not having more than one living spouse.
How to Apply for Dhenkanal District Court Recruitment
Applications must be submitted offline in the prescribed Form-A format. You can drop your forms directly in the designated drop box located within the Civil Court Premises, Dhenkanal during regular office hours. Alternatively, applications can be mailed via Speed Post.
Postal Address: The District Judge, Dhenkanal, P.O./District – Dhenkanal, PIN – 759001.
Important Dates for Dhenkanal District Court Recruitment
Last Date for Submission: On or before 27-06-2026 by 5:00 P.M.. Applications received after this timeline will not be entertained.
Important Links for Dhenkanal District Court Recruitment
To download the application form format and review the official advertisement breakdown directly from the administration, please visit the official website: https://dhenkanal.dcourts.gov.in.