| Name | High Court of Judicature at Patna |
|---|---|
| Location | Patna, Bihar |
| Post & Cadre | Stenographer, Group C |
| Total Vacancies | 111 posts (as per Stenographer Recruitment Examination 2025 notification) |
| Selection Process | Written test (including shorthand and typing components), English language & computer test, and interview, followed by document verification. |
| Official Notification | Candidates should read the Stenographer Recruitment Examination 2025 notice available on the official website for detailed terms and conditions. |
| Admit Card Print | Carry a clear, preferably colour printout of the admit card; check name, roll number, exam date, time, and exam centre details carefully. |
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| Photo ID Proof | Bring a valid original photo ID (Aadhaar Card, Voter ID, PAN, Passport, or Driving Licence) along with the admit card. |
| Reporting Time | Reach the exam centre well before reporting time mentioned on the admit card to complete security and verification formalities. |
| Stationery | Carry required stationery items like blue/black ball point pens as permitted; follow specific instructions printed on the admit card and in the notification. |
| Prohibited Items | Mobile phones, smart watches, calculators, earphones, and any electronic gadgets or study material are generally not allowed inside the examination hall. |
| Document Verification | Keep original documents and photocopies ready as they may be checked at any stage of recruitment. |
| Entry Rules | Entry will be allowed only to candidates with a valid admit card and original ID proof; accompanying persons are not permitted beyond designated points. |
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| Dress Code & Conduct | Follow any prescribed dress code, maintain discipline, and obey instructions of invigilators and centre staff throughout the exam. |
| Biometric/Checking | Be prepared for frisking, biometric verification, and document checks as part of security procedures. |
| Answering Instructions | Follow the instructions given in the question paper and answer sheet/computer screen; ensure responses are marked/typed within the given time. |
| Disqualification | Any unfair means, cheating, or disobedience of instructions may lead to cancellation of candidature and further legal action as per court rules. |
| Part | Component | Details | Marks | Qualifying Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Part A | English Shorthand Computer Typing Test | Shorthand at 80 w.p.m. for 4 minutes (approximately 320 words) | 100 | 85 | 4 minutes |
| Part A | Revision of Passage | Time to revise shorthand notes | Included in Part A | — | 7 minutes |
| Part A | Transcription of Passage | Transcription of the shorthand passage on computer | Included in Part A | — | 15 minutes |
| Total Part A | 100 | 85 | 26 minutes | ||
| Part B | MCQ Based Objective Test | English Language & Grammar (30 marks), Computer Awareness (20 marks) | 50 | 20 | 30 minutes |
| Part C | English Typing Test | English computer typing at 40 words per minute for 400 words | 100 | 90 | 10 minutes |
| Total (Written Test A+B+C) | 250 | — | 66 minutes | ||
| Interview | Personality & Suitability | Interview of shortlisted candidates after qualifying written & skills tests | 10 | — | As notified |
| Section | Key Topics |
|---|---|
| English Shorthand & Transcription | Shorthand outlines, accuracy and speed at 80 w.p.m., correct transcription of dictated passage on computer with proper grammar, spelling, punctuation, and formatting. |
| English Typing | Typing practice at 40 w.p.m., familiarity with keyboard, accuracy in typing 400-word passage within time, basic formatting in word processing environment. |
| English Language & Grammar (Objective) | Vocabulary, synonyms & antonyms, idioms and phrases, error spotting, sentence improvement, fill in the blanks, comprehension passages, basic grammar rules (tenses, articles, prepositions, voice, narration). |
| Computer Awareness | Fundamentals of computers, hardware & software, MS Word, MS Excel, basic internet and email, operating systems, file management, basic keyboard shortcuts and typing-related tools. |
| General Instructions | Detailed syllabus and weightage may be read from the official Patna High Court Stenographer Recruitment Examination 2025 notification and related notices on the website. |
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