The Panipat District Court, as part of the Punjab and Haryana High Court’s recruitment drive, advertised for Stenographer Grade III positions in 2025. 

Here’s a summary of the key information related to the recruitment process:

Vacancies

• Total Stenographer Grade III posts in Haryana subordinate courts: 419.
• Total Stenographer Grade III posts in Punjab subordinate courts: 478.
• Detailed category-wise vacancy distribution for both Haryana and Punjab was released. 

Eligibility criteria

• Educational Qualification: Bachelor’s degree (BA or BSc) from a recognized university and proficiency in computer operations (Word Processing and Spreadsheets).
• Age Limit (as of January 1, 2025): Minimum 18 years, maximum 37 years for general candidates. Age relaxation applicable for reserved categories and government employees.
• Nationality: Indian citizen or as per Chandigarh Subordinate Courts Rules. 

Application process

• Mode: Online.
• Official Website: www.sssc.gov.in.
• Application Dates:
  • For Haryana: April 7 – May 5, 2025.
  • For Punjab: March 26 – April 23, 2025.
• Application Fee: Varies by category and state (e.g., General Male – Rs. 825/-, SC/BC/EWS of Punjab/Haryana – Rs. 525/-).
• Steps to Apply:
  1. Register on the official website.
  2. Fill out the online application form.
  3. Upload necessary documents (photo, signature, certificates).
  4. Pay the application fee online.
  5. Submit and print the application form. 

Selection process

• Computer-Based Test (CBT): 60 multiple-choice questions (English Composition and General Knowledge) of 1 hour duration, carrying 1 mark each with no negative marking.
• English Shorthand & Transcription Test: Dictation at 80 words per minute (W.P.M.) and transcription at 20 W.P.M. (maximum 8% mistakes allowed).
• Spreadsheet Test: Qualifying in nature, 10 marks and 10 minutes duration, requiring 40% or more marks.
• Document Verification and Interaction: Final selection based on merit. 

Exam dates

• Haryana: CBT on July 19, 2025.
• Punjab: CBT on July 6, 2025. 

Admit card

• Haryana: Released on July 11, 2025.
• Punjab: Released on June 28, 2025.
• Available for download on the official website using User ID and Password. 

Salary

• The estimated total pay range for a Stenographer at District and Sessions Court is ₹5L–₹5L per year, including base salary and additional pay.
• The salary of Stenographer Grade 3 in Punjab and Haryana High Court ranges between Rs. 10300 to Rs. 34800 with additional allowances and benefits.
• Successful candidates receive a basic salary of Rs. 10300 plus allowances and grade pay under pay level 2. 

Important points to remember

• Admit cards are mandatory for appearing in the examination.
• Candidates should carry original testimonials and ID proof at the time of the tests.
• Demo mock test links were provided to familiarize candidates with the exam interface.
• The final decision regarding selection rests with the selection committee.
• No separate call letters are issued for the skill tests, candidates should refer to public notices on the court website.