Gauhati High Court Private Secretary Recruitment 2026 – 3 Posts Apply Online
Gauhati High Court has released the official recruitment advertisement for filling 3 Private Secretary (Stenographer Grade-I) posts in its Principal Seat at Guwahati.
Eligible candidates with a Bachelor's Degree and the prescribed English stenography skills can apply online from 10 July 2026 to 30 July 2026.
Gauhati High Court Private Secretary Recruitment Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruitment Authority | Gauhati High Court |
| Post Name | Private Secretary – Stenographer Grade-I |
| Advertisement Number | HC.XXXVII-13/2026/227/R.Cell |
| Advertisement Date | 6 July 2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 3 |
| Establishment | Principal Seat of Gauhati High Court |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Job Location | Guwahati, Assam |
| Application Last Date | 30 July 2026 |
| Official Website | ghconline.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement Date | 6 July 2026 |
| Online Application Starts | 10 July 2026 from 3:00 PM |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 30 July 2026, within office working hours |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 5 August 2026, within bank transaction hours |
| Stenography Test Date | Will be announced later |
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Private Secretary – Stenographer Grade-I | OBC / MOBC | 01 |
| Private Secretary – Stenographer Grade-I | ST (Plains) | 01 |
| Private Secretary – Stenographer Grade-I | ST (Hills) | 01 |
| Total | 03 | |
One vacancy is identified for an eligible Person with Benchmark Disability. This reservation operates according to the conditions provided in the official advertisement.
Eligible PwBD Categories
Educational Qualification
Private Secretary – Stenographer Grade-I
Applicants must possess a Bachelor's Degree from a recognized university.
A Diploma in English Stenography is preferred. Due weightage will also be given to candidates possessing a Law Degree.
Stenography and Typing Requirements
Age Limit
Age will be calculated as on the last date for submission of the online application.
| Category | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| OBC / MOBC | 41 Years |
| ST (Plains) / ST (Hills) | 43 Years |
| Persons with Benchmark Disabilities | 48 Years |
Salary Details
Grade Pay: ₹13,300, along with allowances admissible under the applicable Gauhati High Court rules.
Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| OBC / MOBC | ₹500 |
| ST (Plains) / ST (Hills) | ₹250 |
| PwBD Candidates | No Fee |
Selection Process
Stenography Test
English shorthand dictation and computer transcription test carrying 90 marks.
Written Examination
Descriptive English and Assamese examination carrying 100 marks.
Interview
Interview, viva-voce and document verification carrying 30 marks.
Stage 1 – Stenography Test
| Stenography Test Component | Details |
|---|---|
| Voice Testing Before Dictation | 2 Minutes |
| Shorthand Dictation Speed | 120 Words Per Minute |
| Total Dictation | 840 Words in 7 Minutes |
| Computer / Keyboard Testing Time | 3 Minutes |
| Computer Transcription Time | 20 Minutes |
| Maximum Marks | 90 Marks |
| Minimum Qualifying Marks | 45 out of 90 Marks – 50% |
Candidates securing the minimum qualifying marks in the stenography test will be considered for shortlisting to the next stage.
Stage 2 – Written Examination
| Written Test Component | Maximum Marks | Minimum Qualifying Marks |
|---|---|---|
| English Language – Composition, Essay and Grammar | 80 | 32 Marks |
| Assamese Language Proficiency | 20 | 8 Marks |
| Total | 100 | Must qualify both sections separately |
The written examination will be descriptive and conducted for 2 hours. Candidates in a ratio of approximately 1:10, based on the stenography-test merit list, will be called for the written examination.
Stage 3 – Interview and Document Verification
Candidates in a ratio of approximately 1:3, based on stenography-test merit and subject to qualification in the written examination, will be called for the interview, viva-voce and document verification.
Final Merit List
| Component | Included in Final Merit? |
|---|---|
| Stenography Test | Yes |
| Written Examination | No – Qualifying Only |
| Interview / Viva-Voce | Yes |
Final selection will be based on the combined marks obtained in the stenography test and interview. In the event of equal total marks, higher stenography-test marks will receive preference. If the tie continues, the older candidate will receive preference.
Documents Required
- Class 10 admit card or birth certificate for proof of age.
- Bachelor's Degree certificate and marksheets.
- Diploma in English Stenography, where available.
- Valid Assam Employment Exchange Registration Number.
- Valid OBC / MOBC Non-Creamy Layer certificate, where applicable.
- ST (Plains) or ST (Hills) certificate, where applicable.
- Valid disability certificate for eligible PwBD candidates.
- No Objection Certificate for candidates already employed in government service.
- Recent passport-size photograph.
- Scanned signature.
- Valid mobile number and email address.
How to Apply for Gauhati High Court Private Secretary Recruitment?
- Visit the official Gauhati High Court recruitment portal.
- Open the online application for Private Secretary in the Principal Seat.
- Read the official advertisement and online application instructions.
- Register using a valid email address and active mobile number.
- Note the registration code generated after successful registration.
- Enter the required personal, educational, category and Employment Exchange details.
- Upload clear scanned copies of the photograph, signature and supporting certificates.
- Preview all information before final submission.
- Submit the online application before the end of office working hours on 30 July 2026.
- Pay the applicable application fee by 5 August 2026.
- Download and retain the submitted application and payment receipt.
Important Links
| Link Name | Official Link |
|---|---|
| Private Secretary Online Application | Apply Online |
| Official Recruitment Advertisement | Download PDF |
| Gauhati High Court Recruitment Notices | Click Here |
| Official Gauhati High Court Website | Click Here |
Technical Support
Primary Email: rec-ghc@nic.in
Copy Email: ghcrcps@gmail.com
Candidates seeking technical assistance should mention the post name, registration code, applicant's name, father's name and the complete issue in the email.

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