Sundargarh District Court Recruitment 2026: Overview and Quick Snapshot

For +3 graduate holders looking for a permanent government court job in Odisha, the Sundargarh District Court recruitment 2026 salary and vacancy details are now officially out. The Office of the District Judge, Sundargarh has released Advertisement No. 03 of 2026 inviting offline applications for 19 Group-C posts across four cadres – Junior Clerk-cum-Copyist, Junior Typist, Stenographer Grade-III, and Salaried Amin. One detail competitors miss entirely: there is zero examination fee for all candidates regardless of category, making this one of the most accessible court recruitment drives of 2026 in Odisha. Applications must reach the Registrar, Civil Courts Sundargarh by 13 July 2026 via Registered Post or Speed Post only.

Based on official Advertisement No. 03/2026 by Office of the District Judge, Sundargarh. Verified: June 2026.

Quick Eligibility Check

One important note specific to this recruitment: candidates who have been awarded Grade Marks instead of percentage marks must submit a conversion certificate from their University showing the equivalent percentage – without it, applications are liable to rejection even if all other criteria are met.

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Important Dates

Since this is an offline application drive sent by Registered or Speed Post, dispatch at least 5–7 days before 13 July 2026 to account for postal delays – applications received after the deadline are not considered regardless of the dispatch date.

Vacancy and Category Analysis

SC candidates hold the highest reserved seats at 5 (including Women), making this the strongest category for reserved applicants in this drive. Jr Clerk-cum-Copyist has the most vacancies at 10 posts, covering all reserved categories. With 19 total vacancies and up to 20 times the vacancy count called for written test (meaning up to 380 candidates shortlisted based on academic marks), the effective written test competition ratio is approximately 1 in 20 for shortlisting, with final selection from a much narrower pool. Expected competition level is MODERATE based on similar Odisha district court recruitments in 2024–25, where SC/ST candidates historically had better selection odds given dedicated reservations in the Clerk cadre. The Stenographer post has only 4 vacancies with no SEBC/SC reservation – UR and ST candidates are the only eligible groups, making competition particularly concentrated.

Salary and In-Hand Calculation

The approximate in-hand salary after standard deductions for each post is as follows. For Jr Clerk-cum-Copyist and Jr Typist at Level-4: basic ₹19,900 plus DA at approximately 46% (~₹9,154) plus HRA and TA gives gross ~₹29,000–₹33,000; after NPS at 10% of basic (₹1,990) and other deductions, estimated take-home is ₹16,000–₹19,000 per month. For Stenographer Grade-III at Level-7: basic ₹25,500, gross ~₹37,000–₹41,000, estimated in-hand ₹21,000–₹24,000 per month. For Salaried Amin at Level-5: basic ₹21,700, gross ~₹31,500–₹35,500, estimated in-hand ₹18,000–₹21,000 per month. All figures are approximate under 7th Pay Commission equivalent ORSP 2017 norms and include standard NPS, health, and professional tax deductions.

Compared to OSSSC Junior Clerk posts at the same Pay Level-4, which offer a similar ₹16,000–₹19,000 in-hand, the Stenographer Grade-III post here offers meaningfully higher take-home due to its Level-7 placement – making it the strongest salary option in this recruitment for candidates who possess shorthand skills.

Sundargarh is classified as a Z-class city for HRA purposes, so all postings here attract the lower HRA tier. Candidates should factor this in – a similarly ranked court clerk posted in Bhubaneswar (Y-class) would receive approximately ₹1,500–₹2,500 more per month in HRA alone.

Application Fee

No examination fee is required to be paid by any candidate for any post under this recruitment – this applies to all categories including General, SEBC, SC, ST, and PwD. This is confirmed in the official notification and is one of the key advantages of this recruitment over state-level drives that charge ₹300–₹500.

Age Limit

Age calculation example: A General category candidate born on 13 July 2008 turns exactly 18 on the cutoff date of 13 July 2026 and is on the minimum age boundary. A candidate born on 14 July 1984 crosses the 42-year upper limit and is not eligible under General category. Reserved category candidates should verify exact relaxation under the Odisha Civil Services age relaxation rules currently in force, as the notification defers to relevant Government orders.

Eligibility Criteria

Final year students are not eligible – all qualifications must be completed and certificates obtained before application. For Salaried Amin, a +3 degree is not required; Matriculation (HSC) pass with Revenue Inspector Training is the prescribed qualification, making this the only post in this recruitment accessible to non-graduates.

Selection Process

Stage 1: Written Test (Part-I)

For Jr Clerk-cum-Copyist, the written test covers English (100 marks, 2 hours), Arithmetic (100 marks, 1 hour), and General Knowledge (100 marks, 1 hour). For Jr Typist and Stenographer Grade-III, Part-I is an English paper (100 marks, 2 hours) that is qualifying in nature. For Salaried Amin, Part-I covers English (50 marks), Odia Handwriting (50 marks), Arithmetic (100 marks), and Survey & Settlement Theory (50 marks). Candidates are shortlisted for Part-I on the basis of academic marks (up to 20 times the vacancy). Prepare English and Arithmetic thoroughly as these appear across all post categories.

Stage 2: Practical / Skill Test (Part-II)

Jr Typist candidates type a 400-word English passage in 10 minutes on a computer. Stenographer Grade-III candidates take a 400-word shorthand dictation in 5 minutes and reproduce it in typescript in 10 minutes. Salaried Amin candidates appear for a Survey and Settlement Practical (field measurement) test. Qualifying cutoffs are 50% for General/SEBC and 40% for SC/ST candidates in the Amin practical stages. Practice shorthand and typing daily in the weeks before the test date.

Stage 3: Computer Science Test (Part-III) and Viva Voce (Part-IV)

All posts require a Computer Science Practical test (100 marks, 1 hour) covering paragraph formatting, table insertion, file saving, web browsing, email, pen drive use, and accounting software. Viva Voce carries 45 marks for Clerk and Amin posts and 35 marks for Typist and Steno posts, assessing alertness, general outlook, and suitability. Both stages are merit-based and contribute to the final selection rank.

Your first 7 days after applying:

1. Dispatch your application by Registered Post or Speed Post immediately – do not wait until July, as postal delays near the deadline are common for Sundargarh district
2. Keep the postal receipt safe as proof of timely dispatch in case of any query from the Registrar’s office
3. Begin practising typewriting daily to reach or maintain 40 wpm if applying for Typist or Steno posts
4. Revise Arithmetic topics listed in the Salaried Amin syllabus (fractions, interest, profit/loss, time and work) – these topics also appear in the Jr Clerk written test
5. Prepare your Computer Practical skills: paragraph formatting, table creation, and file management are explicitly listed in the exam syllabus and carry 100 marks

Exam Syllabus

Exam Pattern – Junior Clerk-cum-Copyist

Exam Pattern – Junior Typist and Stenographer Grade-III

Exam Pattern – Salaried Amin

Syllabus – Salaried Amin (Official)

Arithmetic

• Vulgar fractions and decimals
• HCF and LCM
• Simple and Compound Interest
• Simple and Compound Practice
• Percentage, Profit and Loss, Mixtures
• Partnership, Average, Rates and Taxes, Insurance
• Square and Cubic Measures
• Problems on Time and Work, and Time and Distance

Computer Science Practical

• Paragraph formatting and table insertion
• Print, save, and file transfer operations
• Website searching, browsing, and downloading
• Email, pen drive use, and other software
• Accounting programmes

English (Salaried Amin)

• Essay writing
• Letter or application writing
• Odia passage translated into English
• English passage translated into Odia

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How to Apply

1. Download the prescribed application format from sundargarh.dcourts.gov.in or use the format published in the official advertisement
2. Fill the application form in CAPITAL LETTERS; write the post applied for clearly at the top of the form and on the envelope
3. Attach self-attested copies of all required documents as listed in Serial No. 4 of the notification – no additional certificates should be enclosed (originals to be produced at Viva Voce only)
4. Affix three self-signed recent passport size photographs as required
5. Enclose two self-addressed envelopes with ₹60 postage stamp affixed on each
6. If applying for more than one post, prepare a completely separate application with its own full set of documents for each post – combined applications are rejected
7. Seal the application in a closed envelope and send via Registered Post or Speed Post, or drop in the Drop Box inside District Courts Sundargarh premises
8. Address the envelope to: The Registrar, Civil Courts, Sundargarh, At/Po. Sundargarh, Pin-770001, District-Sundargarh – to reach by 13 July 2026 before 5:00 PM

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the approximate in-hand salary for Sundargarh District Court Junior Clerk 2026?

Approximately ₹16,000–₹19,000 per month is the estimated take-home for Jr Clerk-cum-Copyist and Jr Typist posts at Pay Level-4 (basic ₹19,900) after NPS deduction of 10%, DA at approximately 46%, and standard Odisha state deductions. Stenographer Grade-III at Level-7 offers a higher estimated in-hand of ₹21,000–₹24,000 per month. Verify exact figures from the ORSP 2017 pay matrix before making decisions.

What is the last date to apply and how should applications be sent?

The last date to submit applications is 13 July 2026 by 5:00 PM. Applications must be sent only via Registered Post, Speed Post, or dropped in the Drop Box inside the District Courts Sundargarh premises – ordinary post or courier is not accepted. Dispatch at least 5–7 days in advance to avoid postal delays.

How many total vacancies are there and which post has the most seats?

There are 19 total vacancies across four posts. Jr Clerk-cum-Copyist has the highest count at 10 seats, followed by Jr Typist (4), Stenographer Grade-III (4), and Salaried Amin (1). SC category candidates have the strongest reserved presence with 5 seats across posts.

Is a +3 degree mandatory for all posts in this recruitment?

Candidates with only +3 graduation are eligible for Jr Clerk-cum-Copyist, Jr Typist, and Stenographer Grade-III posts. For Salaried Amin, a +3 degree is not required – Matriculation (HSC) pass along with Revenue Inspector Training from a recognised institute is the prescribed qualification. A Diploma in Computer Application is additionally required for all posts except Salaried Amin, where general computer knowledge suffices.

What is the age limit and relaxation for reserved category candidates?

All candidates must be between 18 and 42 years as on 13 July 2026 for General category. Reserved category candidates (SC/ST/SEBC/Women) receive relaxation as per the relevant Odisha Government Acts and orders currently in force; the notification defers to these rules rather than stating a fixed number. PwD and Ex-Servicemen relaxation similarly follows applicable Government orders.

Is there a typing speed requirement and which certificate is accepted?

Junior Typist applicants must possess a minimum speed of 40 words per minute in typewriting. Stenographer Grade-III applicants must have 80 words per minute in shorthand and 40 words per minute in typewriting. A self-attested copy of the typewriting or stenography certificate from a recognised institution must accompany the application – without it, the application is incomplete and liable to rejection.

Is Revenue Inspector Training mandatory for Salaried Amin or can experience substitute it?

Revenue Inspector Training from a recognised institute is a mandatory qualification for the Salaried Amin post and cannot be substituted by work experience alone. Candidates who additionally hold a certificate of work experience in Settlement or Consolidation Organisation, or an All India Trade Test certificate in Surveyor Trade from NCVT, should submit those documents as supporting evidence – they are considered during selection but do not replace the RI Training requirement.