Stenographer Grade-II, Stenographer Grade-III, Stenographer Grade-III (Court Manager Staff), Assistant Grade-III (English Knowing)
Who Should Apply Age Limit : 18 to 45 years for General candidates, with 5 years relaxation for SC, ST, OBC, and female candidates. Educational Qualification: Bachelor degree from a recognized university along with a valid C.P.C.T. scorecard and a 1-year Computer Diploma. Technical Skills: Hindi Shorthand speed of 80 to 100 W.P.M. or English Shorthand speed of 80 W.P.M. based on the post variant. Domicile and Citizenship: Indian citizens can apply, though category reservation benefits apply primarily to Madhya Pradesh domicile holders. This recruitment drive targets candidates equipped with specialized administrative and secretarial capabilities. Candidates applying for Stenographer Grade-II require a Hindi shorthand speed of 100 W.P.M., whereas candidates for Stenographer Grade-III and Court Manager Staff need 80 W.P.M. in Hindi shorthand. The Assistant Grade-III position specifically demands an English shorthand speed of 80 W.P.M. alongside standard graduation credentials. All applicants must ensure their age falls within the prescribed windows as on the crucial cutoff date specified in the official release. You can calculate your exact age eligibility using our age calculator before filling out the online application form. Salary and Career Growth Stenographer Grade-II: Pay Matrix Level (₹28,700 to ₹91,300), initial estimated in-hand salary of ₹35,000 to ₹39,000 per month. Stenographer Grade-III & Assistant Grade-III: Pay Matrix Level (₹19,500 to ₹62,000), initial estimated in-hand salary of ₹24,000 to ₹27,000 per month. These positions represent regular government service appointments under the High Court of Madhya Pradesh. Standard deductions including approximately 10% towards the National Pension System (NPS) and applicable professional or income tax will apply to gross earnings. Promoted employees advance through court administrative hierarchies to higher secretarial levels and office superintendent positions over time. Estimate your monthly earnings post deductions using our salary calculator . How to Apply Candidates must complete the online application process through the dedicated TCS iON portal hosted for the High Court of MP. Follow these steps to register successfully: 1. Visit the official registration link at 2. Read the detailed notification document carefully before starting your registration. 3. Click on new user registration and enter your primary details such as full name, mobile number, and email address. 4. Login using the user ID and password sent to your registered mobile number and email. 5. Fill in personal details, educational qualifications, CPCT scorecard details, and shorthand certification particulars. 6. Select your post preference order accurately according to your shorthand skills and qualifications. 7. Upload scanned copies of your recent passport-size photograph and signature according to format specifications. You can resize your files using our image resizer . 8. Pay the applicable application fee (₹943 for General/Unreserved candidates, ₹743 for SC/ST/OBC candidates of MP) through online payment modes. 9. Preview the filled application form carefully to ensure all information is correct before final submission. 10. Submit the form and download or print a copy of the final application receipt for future reference. Common Mistakes That Get Applications Rejected Every year, several applications for Madhya Pradesh judicial appointments get rejected due to avoidable errors during the submission process. Below are the primary failure points to avoid: 1. Uploading an invalid, expired, or unverified C.P.C.T. scorecard that does not meet the specified pass standards. 2. Entering wrong shorthand speed details or applying for Stenographer Grade-II (100 W.P.M.) without meeting the necessary speed competency. 3. Uploading blurred photographs or signatures that fail automated image verification checks on the registration portal. 4. Miscalculating category age relaxation rules without possessing a valid MP domicile or caste certificate issued by competent authorities. 5. Incomplete application fee transactions where funds are debited but transaction status remains unconfirmed on the portal. Selection Process The selection process for Stenographer and Assistant positions is conducted in two primary stages followed by document validation: Stage 1: Preliminary Online Examination (Screening Test) . An objective multiple-choice online test designed to filter candidates for the main practical assessment. The test covers General Knowledge, MP History, General English, Computer Knowledge, and Basic Mathematics/Reasoning. Stage 2: Main Practical Examination . Candidates who clear the preliminary cutoff qualify for the shorthand dictation and typing test on computer keyboards. Dictation speed and transcription accuracy determine the final practical score. Stage 3: Document Verification and Medical