Bengaluru Rural District Court Stenographer Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 21 Grade-III Posts

Bengaluru Rural District Court Stenographer Recruitment 2026

The Office of the Principal District and Sessions Judge, Bengaluru Rural District, City Civil Courts Complex, Bengaluru, has issued Notification No. ADM/99/2026 dated 10 August 2026, inviting online applications from eligible candidates for the post of Stenographer Grade-III in the courts functioning under Bengaluru Rural District. A total of 21 posts are on offer – 4 backlog posts and 17 new posts. This article covers the complete category-wise vacancy details, eligibility criteria, age limit, pay scale, application fee, selection process and how to apply for Bengaluru Rural District Court Stenographer Recruitment 2026.

Bengaluru Rural District Court Stenographer Recruitment 2026 – Overview

Important Dates

Vacancy Details

A total of 21 posts of Stenographer Grade-III are advertised, comprising 4 backlog vacancies and 17 new vacancies, distributed across categories as per applicable Karnataka Government rules.

Backlog Posts (4)

New Posts (17)

*Note: If a candidate is not available in SC (Category-C) for this post, it will be filled from the other 59 most backward castes notified under Category-C, as per Government Order No. SiKaSu 02 SeHiMa 2026 dated 13 May 2026. **The 1 PwBD post under General category (Roster Point-4) is reserved specifically for candidates with blindness/low vision.

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification:

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• Must have passed the 2nd PUC (Pre-University) examination, or hold a 3-year Diploma in Commercial Practice, or an equivalent qualification; and
• Must have passed Senior/Higher Grade Kannada and English Shorthand at a speed of 80 words per minute, conducted by the Department of Public Instruction, or hold an equivalent qualification; and
• Basic knowledge of computer applications relevant to office work is required.

Age Limit

Minimum age: 18 years, as on the last date fixed for submission of applications. Maximum age limits are as follows:

*A one-time 5-year age relaxation is applicable to all category candidates participating in this recruitment process, as per Government Order No. SiKaSu 262 SeNeNi 2025 dated 29 January 2026. Additional age relaxation is available to Government employees, widows, and Ex-servicemen for compassionate appointment, as applicable under Karnataka Civil Services (General Recruitment) Rules, 1977.

Pay Scale

Selected candidates will receive the pay scale of Rs.44,425 – Rs.1,125 – Rs.47,800 – Rs.1,250 – Rs.52,800 – Rs.1,375 – Rs.58,300 – Rs.1,500 – Rs.64,300 – Rs.1,650 – Rs.74,200 – Rs.1,900 – Rs.83,700, along with applicable allowances. Selected candidates will also be covered under the National Pension Scheme (NPS).

Application Fee

The prescribed fee must be paid online through the Bengaluru Rural District Court’s official website (bengalururural.dcourts.gov.in/online-recruitment/), via State Bank Collect – Net Banking, Credit Card, Debit Card, UPI ID or QR Code. Demand Draft, Postal Order, Money Order, and Challan payments will not be accepted. Applications submitted without the prescribed fee will be rejected.

Selection Process

Selection is made through Direct Recruitment as per the Karnataka Subordinate Courts (Clerical and Other Posts) (Recruitment) (Amendment) Rules, 2021, involving a Skill Test and Interview as detailed below.

• Skill Test: Candidates are given dictation in Kannada and English at a speed of 120 words per minute for 5 minutes from the time of commencement, which must be transcribed within 45 minutes using specified computer software.
• Marks: The Kannada and English language skill test carries a maximum of 100 marks; candidates must secure a minimum of 50 marks to qualify.
• Interview Shortlisting: Based on the combined marks obtained in the qualifying examination and skill test, candidates are called for interview in a ratio of 1:5 (5 candidates per notified vacancy) as per category-wise merit.
• Interview: Carries a maximum of 5 marks.
• Final Merit List: Prepared based on the total marks obtained in the qualifying examination, skill test, and interview combined.

Probation Period

Selected candidates will be on probation for a period of 2 years, as per the Karnataka Civil Services (Probation Rules), 1977. During this period, candidates must pass the departmental examinations prescribed for the post, the Kannada language examination, and the computer literacy examination.

Documents Required

• Printout of the online submitted application
• Fee payment receipt for the prescribed fee
• Date of birth proof – SSLC marks card/birth certificate
• Educational qualification proof – PUC/Diploma in Commercial Practice marks card, and Senior/Higher grade Kannada & English shorthand marks card/certificate
• Caste and income certificate (for SC/ST/Category-1/2A/2B/3A/3B candidates, in the prescribed format, obtained from the competent authority)
• Rural candidature, Kannada medium, Ex-servicemen, PwBD, Project-displaced, or Third Gender certificate, as applicable, from the competent authority
• Original identity proof (Voter ID/Aadhaar Card/Driving License/PAN Card/Passport) for the qualifying examination and interview

How to Apply

1. Visit the official website of the Bengaluru Rural District Court at bengalururural.dcourts.gov.in/online-recruitment/.
2. Register and fill in the online application form carefully, entering accurate personal, educational and category details.
3. Upload a scanned recent passport-size photograph with a white background (max 50 KB, JPG format) and a scanned signature in black ballpoint pen on white paper (max 25 KB, JPG format).
4. Pay the prescribed application fee online through the link provided.
5. Submit the application on or before 15 September 2026, 11:59 PM, and download the submitted application copy and fee payment receipt for future reference.

Important Instructions

• Applications submitted through offline mode, by post, or through any other method will not be considered under any circumstances.
• Details of date of birth, educational qualification and age relaxation entered at the time of application will alone be considered; requests for subsequent changes will not be entertained.
• Candidates must provide a correct mobile number and email ID, as all further communication (SMS/email) will be sent through these details, and the authority will not be responsible for any communication failure due to incorrect details.
• Candidates possessing a diploma in three-year Commercial Practice must ensure the correct year/semester marks are entered as per the relevant qualifying examination.
• Candidates must appear at their own expense for the qualifying examination, skill test, and interview/document verification.
• Candidates found to be impersonators, or found to have submitted fake/forged documents, incorrect information, or unfair means, will have their candidature cancelled and may be subject to criminal prosecution and disciplinary action.
• The recruitment authority will not entertain any correspondence with candidates regarding this recruitment outside the official process.

About This Recruitment

The Stenographer Grade-III post is a foundational cadre within the Karnataka Subordinate Courts’ clerical and stenographic establishment, responsible for recording dictation, preparing court orders, judgments and correspondence, and supporting judicial officers with day-to-day documentation across the courts functioning under Bengaluru Rural District’s jurisdiction. Given the strict combination of shorthand proficiency (80 wpm in both Kannada and English) and the skill-test-based selection method (120 wpm dictation transcribed via computer), this recruitment specifically targets candidates who have already developed strong bilingual stenographic skills, typically through formal shorthand training recognized by the Department of Public Instruction. For candidates meeting these skill requirements, a Stenographer Grade-III post offers a stable Karnataka Government judicial-service career with a defined pay scale, NPS coverage, and a clear promotional pathway within the subordinate courts’ clerical hierarchy.

Important Links

• Notification PDF
• Official Website
• NaukriPatra App
• WhatsApp Channel
• Telegram Channel

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. How many total posts are advertised in Bengaluru Rural District Court Stenographer Recruitment 2026?

21 posts of Stenographer Grade-III – 4 backlog posts and 17 new posts.

2. What is the last date to apply online?

15 September 2026, till 11:59 PM. Online applications commenced from 17 August 2026.

3. What is the minimum educational qualification required?

2nd PUC pass or equivalent, along with Senior/Higher grade Kannada and English shorthand at 80 words per minute from the Department of Public Instruction or equivalent, plus basic computer knowledge.

4. What is the maximum age limit for General Merit candidates?

35 + 5 years (including the one-time 5-year relaxation as per Government Order dated 29 January 2026).

5. What is the application fee?

Rs.200/- for General Merit; Rs.100/- for Category-2A/2B/3A/3B; exempted for SC/ST/Category-1/PwBD candidates.

6. What is the pay scale for Stenographer Grade-III?

Rs.44,425 – Rs.83,700, as per the applicable Karnataka pay matrix.

7. What is the selection process?

A skill test (120 wpm dictation in Kannada/English transcribed via computer, max 100 marks, minimum 50 to qualify), followed by shortlisting for interview in a 1:5 ratio, and an interview carrying 5 marks; final merit is based on combined marks.

8. What is the probation period?

2 years, during which selected candidates must pass departmental examinations, the Kannada language test, and the computer literacy test.

9. Is the National Pension Scheme (NPS) applicable to selected candidates?

Yes, selected candidates will be covered under the National Pension Scheme.

10. Can offline applications be submitted for this recruitment?

No, only online applications through the official Bengaluru Rural District Court website will be accepted; applications through any other mode will not be considered.