Gauhati High Court Vacancy 2025 – Senior Personal Assistant (Stenographer Grade-II) Notification Out

The Gauhati High Court invites online applications from eligible candidates for the position of Senior Personal Assistant (Stenographer Grade-II) at its Principal Seat. This recruitment aims to fill three vacancies in the specified post.

Important Dates:

• Start of Online Application: 7th May 2025, from 3:00 PM
• Last Date for Online Application Submission: 21st May 2025, till 5:00 PM
• Last Date for Fee Payment: 28th May 2025, within bank transaction hours

Application Fees:

• SC/ST (P)/ST (H) Candidates: Rs. 250/-
• All Other Candidates: Rs. 500/-
• Persons with Benchmark Disability (PwBD): Exempted from fee payment.

• SC/ST (P)/ST (H) Candidates: Rs. 250/-
• All Other Candidates: Rs. 500/-
• Persons with Benchmark Disability (PwBD): Exempted from fee payment.

Vacancy Details:

• Total Vacancies: 700
  • OBC/MOBC: 400
  • Unreserved: 300
  • SC/ST (P)/ST (H): Nil

Eligibility Criteria:

1. Educational Qualification:
   • Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university.
   • Diploma in Stenography in English with:
     • Minimum shorthand speed of 100 words per minute. A minimum typing speed of 40 words per minute on a computer is required.
     • Special preference will be extended to candidates who hold a degree in law.
2. Employment Exchange Registration:
   • A valid Employment Exchange registration number issued by the State of Assam is mandatory.
3. PwBD Categories Eligible:
   • Individuals with single limb impairment, dwarf stature, cured cases of leprosy, and survivors of acid attacks.

Age Limit (as on 21st May 2025):

• Unreserved: Maximum 40 years
• OBC/MOBC: Maximum 43 years
• SC/ST (P)/ST (H): Maximum 45 years
• PwBD: Maximum 50 years

Salary:

• Pay Band-2: Rs. 22,000 – Rs. 97,000/-
• Grade Pay: Rs. 9,400/-
• Other Allowances: As admissible under the rules.

Selection Process:

1. Stage 1: Stenography Skill Test (90 Marks)
   • Voice testing before dictation: 2 minutes.
   • Dictation at 100 words per minute (700 words): 7 minutes.
   • Time for testing the computer: 3 minutes.
   • Transcription on computer: 20 minutes.
   • Qualifying Marks: Minimum 45 out of 90 (50%).
   • Shortlisting for Stage 2 will be done in a 1:10 ratio, based on merit.
2. Stage 2: Descriptive Written Test – 100 Marks
   • Duration: 2 hours.
   • Sections:
     • English Proficiency (Essay, Composition, Grammar): 80 marks.
     • Assamese Language Knowledge: 20 marks.
   • Qualifying Marks:
     • English Section: Minimum 32 out of 80 (40%).
     • Assamese Section: Minimum 8 out of 20 (40%).
3. Stage 3: Viva Voce/Interview – 30 Marks
   • Shortlisting for Interview: Candidates in the ratio of 1:3 based on merit in Stage 1 and qualifying in Stage 2.
   • Qualifying Marks: Minimum 18 out of 30 (60%).

Final Selection:

• Based on the total marks obtained in Stage 1 and Stage 3.
• In case of a tie:
  • Candidates with superior marks in Stage 1 will be prioritized.
  • If still tied, the elder candidate will be given preference.

Application Process Overview

1. Registration

• Go to the official website and select the appropriate recruitment link.
• Choose “New Registration” and enter the necessary details.
• Upon successful registration, a unique Registration Code will be generated. Save this code along with your Date of Birth, as they will be required for future logins.

2. Profile Completion

• Access your account by entering the Registration Code and Date of Birth.
• Fill in all essential details, including personal information and educational qualifications.
• Select “Update Data” to save your information before continuing.

3. Document Upload

• Photograph Requirements:
  • Format: JPG/PNG/GIF
  • Size: 5 KB – 30 KB
  • Dimensions: 354 x 276 pixels
  • Instructions: Make sure your face covers at least 80% of the image.
• Signature Requirements:
  • Format: JPG/PNG/GIF
  • Size: 5 KB – 30 KB
  • Dimensions: 118 x 276 pixels
  • Instructions: Your signature must occupy 70% of the space.

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