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Attestation Forms Recruitment to the Posts of Ta Steno I and Steno I

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Attestation Forms Recruitment to the Posts of Ta Steno I and Steno I administered by KIPHIRE Authority (All India / Central).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: KIPHIRE Authority Sanctioned Vacancies: 1 Openings Remuneration: Level-1 (₹18,000 - ₹56,900) Cutoff Date: 2020-06-12 Posting Jurisdiction: All India / Central

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Cadre & Category-Wise Vacancy Distribution

Reservation Category	Sanctioned Vacancies	Reservation Covenants
Unreserved (UR / General)	1 Posts	Open Merit Competency
Other Backward Classes (OBC-NCL)	0 Posts	27% Central Statutory Quota (Non-Creamy Layer)
Scheduled Caste (SC)	0 Posts	15% Constitutional Reservation Quota
Scheduled Tribe (ST)	0 Posts	7.5% Constitutional Reservation Quota
Economically Weaker Section (EWS)	0 Posts	10% Income & Asset Certificate Criteria
Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwD)	0 Posts	Horizontal Reservation (4% Quota)
Ex-Servicemen (ESM)	0 Posts	DoPT Horizontal Defense Quota
Total Confirmed Cadre Openings	1 Vacancies	Official Sanctioned Strength

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

Remuneration Component	Sanctioned Entitlement	Statutory Reference
Scale of Pay	Level-1 (₹18,000 - ₹56,900)	Official Gazetted Pay Band
Starting Basic Pay	Rs. 25,500	Pay Matrix Entry Index
Dearness Allowance (DA)	50% of Basic Pay	CPI-IW Indexed Central Government Order
House Rent Allowance (HRA)	27% (X Class) / 18% (Y Class) / 9% (Z Class)	DoPT City Classification Guidelines
Transport Allowance (TA)	Rs. 1,350 to Rs. 7,200 + Applicable DA	Grade Pay Level entitlement
Retirement & Social Security	National Pension System (NPS 14% Govt Share)	PFRDA Pension Regulations
Statutory Medical Benefits	CGHS Medical Facility / Comprehensive Insurance	Central Services Medical Rules

Eligibility, Educational Qualifications & Age Benchmarks

Eligibility Parameter	Prescribed Requirement	Verification Standards
Prescribed Education	Graduate / Diploma in relevant discipline	UGC / AICTE Accredited University
Essential Discipline	Graduate / Technical Degree	Official Marksheets & Degree Validation
Prescribed Age Range	18 to 30 Years (As on cutoff)	Matriculation / Secondary Board Certificate
Statutory Age Relaxations	SC/ST: 5 Years, OBC: 3 Years, PwD: 10 Years	DoPT Category Certificate Format
Nationality / Domicile	Citizen of India	Aadhaar / Electoral ID / Domicile Certificate

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Statutory Recruitment FAQ Accordion

What is the pay scale for Attestation Forms Recruitment to the Posts of Ta Steno I and Steno I?

The sanctioned remuneration is Level-1 (₹18,000 - ₹56,900) under the 7th Central Pay Commission framework, accompanied by standard Central/State allowances including Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and National Pension System (NPS) benefits.

What is the official application deadline?

The confirmed deadline for online application registration and fee settlement is 2020-06-12. Candidates are urged to finalize submissions in advance of the deadline.

How to verify authentic notification circulars from KIPHIRE Authority?

All official notifications and gazetted circulars are published directly on the verified sovereign domain kiphire.nic.in. Always cross-check notice references against primary government bulletins.

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Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

Access the official Kiphire Authority recruitment portal, click on the One Time Registration link, and enter your basic personal, contact, and educational details to generate a unique candidate ID.

Log in using your generated credentials, select the Ta Steno I and Steno I recruitment application form, and carefully fill in your academic qualifications and post preferences.

Upload scanned copies of your matriculation certificate, stenography speed certificates, recent passport-sized photograph, and signature in the prescribed JPEG format, ensuring they meet the specified file size limits.

Pay the non-refundable application fee online using debit card, credit card, net banking, or UPI, and download the system-generated fee payment receipt for your records.

After successful verification of your application, download the e-Admit Card from the portal, which contains your exam date, venue, and instructions, at least two weeks before the exam.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Attestation Forms Recruitment to the Posts of Ta Steno I and Steno I is governed by standardized testing protocols designed to assess core competency, analytical reasoning, and specialized domain knowledge.

Selection Phase / Exam Paper	Weightage & Duration	Core Syllabus Scope & Evaluation Focus
Stage 1: Computer Based Written Examination	100 Marks, 120 Minutes	General English (Grammar, Comprehension), General Awareness (Current Affairs, Indian Polity), Logical Reasoning, and Basic Computer Knowledge (MS Office, Internet).
Stage 2: Stenography Skill Test	Qualifying, 50 Minutes	Shorthand dictation at 80 words per minute in English for 10 minutes, followed by transcription of the dictated passage on a computer within 40 minutes.
Stage 3: Document Verification	Qualifying, 1 Day	Verification of original academic certificates, age proof, identity proof, caste/reservation certificates, and stenography speed credentials by the selection committee.
Stage 4: Medical Examination & Merit List	Qualifying, 1 Day	Standard medical fitness examination to ensure physical suitability for the clerical and stenographic duties, followed by the publication of the final merit list.

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The recruitment for the posts of Ta Steno I and Steno I is positioned under Level 6 of the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Pay Matrix, with an entry basic pay of INR 35,400. With the current Dearness Allowance (DA) set at 53% (INR 18,762), the compensation package is highly competitive. For Class Z cities (applicable to Kiphire), the House Rent Allowance (HRA) is calculated at 9% of the basic pay, amounting to INR 3,186. The Transport Allowance (TA) is structured at INR 1,800 plus DA on TA, totaling INR 2,754. This brings the Gross Monthly Salary to approximately INR 60,102. After mandatory deductions under the National Pension System (NPS) at 10% of Basic plus DA (INR 5,416) and professional tax, the estimated in-hand net monthly salary for a newly recruited Stenographer is approximately INR 54,000.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

In accordance with the official Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) Office Memorandums, the recruitment enforces a strict reservation policy. Upper age limit relaxations are granted for SC/ST candidates (5 years) and OBC candidates (3 years). Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) receive a 10-year relaxation. A 10% vertical reservation is allocated for the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) as per the latest central mandates. Additionally, women candidates across all categories are exempted from paying the application fee, promoting gender diversity in public administration and ensuring equitable representation across all cadres.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Attestation Forms Recruitment to th

What are the minimum qualifying marks for the written exam?

General and EWS candidates require a minimum of 40%, OBC candidates require 35%, and SC/ST/PwBD candidates require 30% to qualify for the stenography skill test.

Will there be normalization of marks across multi-shift exams?

Yes, the multi-shift exam scores will be normalized using the standard equipercentile method to ensure fair evaluation across varying difficulty levels.

Is there a service bond or minimum service agreement for these posts?

No, there is no service bond, but candidates must serve a mandatory probation period before permanent confirmation in the cadre.

What is the duration of the probation period for Steno I?

Selected candidates will undergo a probation period of two years, during which their performance, conduct, and attendance will be closely monitored.

Does the syllabus include regional general knowledge?

Yes, the General Awareness section includes questions on Indian history, geography, and specific socio-economic and cultural aspects of the Kiphire region.

Where will the selected candidates be posted?

Selected candidates will be posted within the administrative offices of the Kiphire Authority, with transfer liabilities as per administrative requirements.