The Uttarakhand Subordinate Service Selection Commission (UKSSSC) has released the official notification for Junior Assistant and Stenographer/Personal Assistant Recruitment 2026. A total of 398 vacancies are announced under Civil and Family Courts of the High Court of Uttarakhand. This recruitment offers stable government jobs with attractive pay scales, pension benefits, and career growth opportunities.
Candidates can apply online from 22 June 2026 to 6 July 2026 through the official UKSSSC portal. The selection process includes a written exam, typing/shorthand skill test, and document verification. Applicants are advised to carefully review eligibility criteria, important dates, and application guidelines before submission.
Written Competitive Exam: Candidates will face an objective type test carrying 100 marks, to be completed within 2 hours. The exam will be conducted in either offline or online mode, ensuring flexibility for applicants.
Minimum Qualifying Marks: To secure eligibility, General and OBC candidates must score at least 45%, while SC/ST candidates need a minimum of 35%. This ensures fair representation across categories.
Negative Marking: Accuracy is crucial, as one‑fourth (¼) of the marks allotted to a question will be deducted for each wrong answer. However, unattempted questions will not attract any penalty, encouraging careful answering.
Merit List Preparation: The merit list will be compiled strictly on the basis of marks obtained in the written exam. In case of a tie, preference will be given to the older candidate. If age is identical, alphabetical order of names will determine ranking.
Document Verification: This is a mandatory stage where all claims regarding reservation, educational qualifications, preferential qualifications, and experience will be thoroughly checked before final appointment.
📝 Selection Procedure (Short Summary)
The recruitment process begins with a Written Competitive Examination, an objective type multiple‑choice test of 100 marks with a duration of 2 hours. Questions will be based on the educational qualification required for the respective post, conducted in both offline and online modes.
Minimum Qualifying Marks are set at 45% for General/OBC candidates and 35% for SC/ST candidates. Negative Marking applies, with ¼ mark deducted for each wrong answer, while unattempted questions remain neutral. The Merit List will be prepared based on exam scores, with tie‑breaking rules favoring older candidates, and if age is equal, alphabetical order of names. Finally, Document Verification is compulsory to validate all submitted claims before appointment.
There are 398 vacancies in total – 259 Junior Assistant and 139 Stenographer/Personal Assistant posts.
2. What is the last date to apply?
The last date to submit the online application is 6 July 2026.
3. When does the application process start?
The online application process begins on 22 June 2026.
4. What is the salary for Junior Assistant?
Junior Assistant salary ranges from ₹21,700 to ₹69,100 per month (Level‑03).
5. What is the salary for Stenographer/Personal Assistant?
Stenographer Grade‑1 salary ranges from ₹29,200 to ₹92,300 (Civil Court) and ₹44,900 to ₹1,42,400 (Family Court).
6. What is the age limit for applicants?
Candidates must be between 21 and 35 years of age.
7. What are the educational qualifications required?
A graduate degree from a recognized university is required, along with Hindi typing speed of 25 wpm (English typing 30 wpm preferred) and computer knowledge.
8. What documents are required for application?
High school certificate, Aadhaar card (both sides), category/reservation certificate (if applicable), scanned photo, signature, and left thumb impression.
9. What is the application fee?
₹300 for UR/OBC, ₹150 for SC/ST/EWS/PwD, and no fee for orphans.
10. What is the selection procedure?
Written exam (objective type, 100 marks, 2 hours), typing/shorthand skill test (qualifying), and document verification.
11. What is the exam pattern?
The written exam is objective type with negative marking (¼ mark per wrong answer). Minimum qualifying marks: 45% for General/OBC, 35% for SC/ST.
12. Where will the posting location be?
Selected candidates will be posted in Civil and Family Courts under the High Court of Uttarakhand.
