Stenographer Grade-III and Typist Recruitment in Karnataka Subordinate Courts

📋 Job Description

Recruitment of Stenographer Grade-III and Typist posts in Karnataka Subordinate Courts under the Ministerial and Other Posts (Recruitment) (Amendment) Rules, 2021.
Vacancies are available for both general and reserved categories including persons with benchmark disabilities.
Selected candidates will be posted in Tumakuru District Courts and other subordinate courts in Karnataka.
Salary structure follows Karnataka government pay scales with allowances as per applicable rules.

✅ Eligibility Criteria

Indian citizenship is mandatory.
Age limit: 18 to 35 years as on the last date of application (relaxation applicable for reserved categories as per government norms).
Educational qualification: Must have passed 12th standard (PUC) or equivalent from a recognized board.
Typing speed: Minimum 30 words per minute (WPM) in English for Typist posts.
Stenography speed: Minimum 80 WPM for Stenographer Grade-III posts.
Proficiency in Kannada language is essential.
Must possess valid documents for age, educational qualification, and category (if applicable).

🏆 Selection Process

Selection will be based on a written examination followed by a skill test (typing/stenography).
Written examination will assess general knowledge, English language proficiency, and Kannada language skills.
Skill test will evaluate typing speed for Typist posts and stenography proficiency for Stenographer Grade-III posts.
Final merit list will be prepared based on combined performance in written examination and skill test.
Reserved category candidates will be considered against vacancies earmarked for them as per government rules.

📊 Key Information

Organization	Karnataka Subordinate Courts
Location / State	Karnataka
Job Location	Tumakuru District, Karnataka (with postings in subordinate courts across Karnataka)
Category Eligibility	Open for all categories (General, OBC, SC, ST, EWS) with reservation as per Karnataka government norms.
Experience Required	No prior experience is required for these posts.
Application Start	25 July 2026
Last Date to Apply	24 August 2026

📊 KSC Recruitment - Vacancy Details

Post Name	Total Posts
Stenographer Grade-III (General)	7
Stenographer Grade-III (Persons with Benchmark Disabilities)	3
Typist (General)	13
Typist (Persons with Benchmark Disabilities)	1
Total	24

📁 Required Documents

Scanned copy of recent passport-sized photograph (2.5 cm x 7.5 cm, 25 KB, JPG format).
Scanned copy of signature (2.5 cm x 7.5 cm, 25 KB, JPG format).
Scanned copy of left-hand thumb impression (5 cm x 3.6 cm, 50 KB, JPG format).
Scanned copy of age proof document (Birth Certificate, 10th standard marks card, or equivalent).
Scanned copy of educational qualification certificates (12th standard marks card and degree/diploma certificates).
Scanned copy of caste certificate (if applicable) issued by competent authority.
Scanned copy of income certificate (if applicable) for EWS category.
Scanned copy of disability certificate (if applicable) issued by competent medical authority.
Scanned copy of experience certificate (if applicable).
Valid photo ID proof (Aadhaar Card, Voter ID, Driving License, or PAN Card).

🎓 Required Qualifications

📊 Vacancy Details

Stenographer Grade-III: Total 10 vacancies (7 General + 3 for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities).
Typist: Total 14 vacancies (13 General + 1 for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities).
Reservation for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwD) is as per the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016.
Vacancies are distributed across Tumakuru District Courts and other subordinate courts in Karnataka.
Category-wise reservation details will be published in the official notification.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Q. What are the eligibility criteria for applying to the Stenographer Grade-III and Typist positions?

A. Candidates must meet the educational qualifications and age limits as specified in the Karnataka Subordinate Courts (Ministerial and Other Posts) (Recruitment) (Amendment) Rules, 2021. For Stenographer Grade-III, a degree is required, while for Typist, a PUC (Pre-University Course) or equivalent qualification is needed. Age limits and relaxations are detailed in the official notification.

Q. How can I apply for these positions?

A. Applications must be submitted online through the official website: https://tumakuru.dcourts.gov.in/. The application process includes registration, filling out the form, uploading required documents, and paying the application fee via net banking, credit card, debit card, UPI, or QR code.

Q. What is the application fee for these posts?

A. The application fee varies by category. For general candidates, it is Rs. 200/-. For SC/ST and other reserved categories, the fee is Rs. 100/-. Persons with disabilities (PwD) are exempt from the fee.

Q. What documents are required for the application process?

A. Required documents include a scanned photograph (2.5 cm x 7.5 cm, 25 KB, JPG format), scanned signature (2.5 cm x 7.5 cm, 26 KB, JPG format), and a scanned copy of a valid ID proof (Voter ID, Aadhar Card, Driving License, or PAN Card). Additional documents may be required based on eligibility criteria.

Q. What is the selection process for these posts?

A. The selection process includes a written examination, skill test (for Stenographer Grade-III), and document verification. Candidates must qualify in each stage to be considered for final selection.