Nclat Steno Recruitment
Official recruitment notice issued by Nclat for the post of Steno. Review verified pay structure, eligibility, vacancies, and application guidelines.
Key Recruitment Specifications
Category-Wise Vacancy Reservation
| UR | Total |
|---|---|
| 1 | 1 |
Essential Educational Qualification
B.Tech / B.E (Engineering). Candidates must ensure all certificates are verified prior to the cutoff date.
Selection Methodology
Personal Interview.
Frequently Asked Questions
| Cadre Designation | Vacancies | Pay Level | Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Government Post / | 1 | Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 | 2026-08-14 |
| Government Post / | 1 | Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 | 2026-08-14 |
| Government Post / | 1 | Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 | 2026-08-14 |
| Appointment Recruitment | 1 | Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 | 2026-08-14 |
| Procurement Scope | Est. Value | EMD Amount | Closing Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tender Notice - Nclat (Tender: General Govern | Refer Tender Notic | 2% Statutory EMD | Refer RFP Sched |
| Tender Notice - Nclat (Tender: General Govern | Refer Tender Notic | 2% Statutory EMD | Refer RFP Sched |
| Tender Notice - Nclat (Tender: General Govern | Refer Tender Notic | 2% Statutory EMD | Refer RFP Sched |
| Tender Notice - Nclat (Tender: General Govern | Refer Tender Notic | 2% Statutory EMD | Refer RFP Sched |
Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap
Visit the official NCLAT website (nclat.nic.in), navigate to the recruitment portal, and complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) by providing basic personal, contact, and educational details.
Log in with generated credentials to fill out the detailed application form, specifying preferred exam centers, language of stenography (English/Hindi), and past employment details if applicable.
Upload scanned copies of essential documents including passport-sized photograph, signature, educational certificates, and category certificates conforming strictly to the prescribed file size and format guidelines.
Pay the application fee online via integrated payment gateways using net banking, credit/debit cards, or UPI, and download the generated transaction receipt for future reference.
Submit the finalized application form, download the confirmation page, and regularly monitor the portal for the release of the admit card and exam schedule notifications.
Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework
The candidate evaluation matrix for Nclat Steno Recruitment 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: Written Examination (Objective Type) | 100 Marks, Duration: 120 Minutes | General English & Comprehension, General Intelligence & Reasoning, General Awareness with a special focus on Legal and Judicial terminology, and Basic Computer Knowledge. |
| Stage 2: Stenography Skill Test | Qualifying (Errors up to 5% permissible), Duration: 50 Minutes | Shorthand dictation at 80/100 words per minute for 10 minutes, followed by computer-based transcription in English or Hindi within the stipulated time limit. |
| Stage 3: Document Verification & Interview | 25 Marks, Duration: 30 Minutes | Verification of original academic, caste, and experience certificates, followed by an interview assessing personality, communication skills, and basic understanding of appellate tribunal procedures. |
| Stage 4: Final Merit List & Medical Examination | Cumulative Merit, Duration: N/A | Compilation of final selection list based on written exam and interview scores, subject to clearing the mandatory medical fitness standards prescribed for central government employees. |
7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure
The recruitment of Stenographers in the National Company Law Appellate Tribunal (NCLAT) is governed by the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) guidelines, placing the post in Pay Level 6 (Pay Band Rs. 35,400 to Rs. 1,12,400). The entry-level basic pay is established at Rs. 35,400. With the current Dearness Allowance (DA) rate of 53%, the DA amounts to Rs. 18,762. House Rent Allowance (HRA) for Class X cities (like New Delhi, where NCLAT is headquartered) is calculated at 30%, totaling Rs. 10,620. Transport Allowance (TA) is set at Rs. 3,600 plus DA on TA (Rs. 1,908), amounting to Rs. 5,508. This brings the Gross Monthly Salary to approximately Rs. 70,290. After mandatory deductions like the National Pension System (NPS) at 10% of Basic plus DA (Rs. 5,416) and CGHS/CGEGIS contributions, the estimated in-hand net salary is Rs. 64,290 per month, making it a highly lucrative central government career.
Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines
In accordance with the statutory directives issued by the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT), Government of India, NCLAT implements a robust reservation framework. Age relaxation is granted to reserved categories: up to 5 years for SC/ST candidates, 3 years for OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) candidates, and 10 years for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD). A 10% vertical reservation is strictly allocated for the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) as per standard income criteria. Furthermore, women candidates are exempted from paying the application fee, promoting gender diversity in judicial administration, while all reservations are subject to valid certificate verification.
Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Nclat Steno Recruitment
Cutoffs are determined dynamically based on the number of vacancies, the difficulty level of the written exam, and the overall performance of the candidates. Minimum qualifying marks are also set for the Stenography Skill Test.
Yes, if the written examination is conducted in multiple shifts, a standard equi-percentile normalization method is applied to ensure parity and fairness across different question paper sets.
No, there is no mandatory service bond for Stenographers in NCLAT, but selected candidates must serve a mandatory probation period before being confirmed.
The selected candidates will be on a probation period of two years, during which their performance, conduct, and stenographic efficiency will be closely monitored before final confirmation.
Candidates must possess a minimum shorthand speed of 80 words per minute for Stenographer Grade-III and 100 words per minute for higher grades, with transcription done on a computer.
Selected candidates will primarily be posted at the NCLAT Principal Bench in New Delhi or the Chennai Bench, depending on vacancy distribution and administrative requirements.