Uttarakhand Subordinate Services Selection Commission — Nainital High Court
The Uttarakhand Subordinate Services Selection Commission has issued an official recruitment notification for Junior Assistant & Stenographer Grade-1/Personal Assistant, announcing a total of 398 vacancies located in Uttarakhand. The online application window opens on 22 June 2026 and closes on 06 July 2026. To be eligible, applicants must hold Graduate degree from a recognized university with proficiency in Hindi/English typing and shorthand as per post requirements. and be within the prescribed age limit of Refer to official notification, with category relaxation applicable as per government guidelines. Selected candidates will receive an approved pay scale of As per 7th CPC pay scale. The selection procedure comprises Written objective examination followed by a qualifying typing/shorthand skill test.. For complete guidelines, syllabus breakdown, and official notification PDF, refer to the verified information below on ApplySarkariJob.
| Exam Date | 23 Aug 2026 |
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The Uttarakhand Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UKSSSC) has released the recruitment notification for 398 positions of Junior Assistant (Kanisth Sahayak) and Stenographer Grade-1/Personal Assistant. Candidates must understand the examination structure to prepare effectively for the objective written test and the subsequent skill assessment.
The selection process consists of a single-stage objective written examination followed by a mandatory typing or shorthand skill test. No interview stage is included in this recruitment process.
| Exam Component | Total Marks | Duration | Nature |
|---|---|---|---|
| Written Examination | 140 | 2 hours 30 minutes | Merit-determining |
| Skill Test | 60 | To be notified | Qualifying Only |
The written examination follows a specific marking protocol designed to test accuracy:
Candidates must achieve the following minimum qualifying marks to remain eligible for document verification:
| Category | Minimum Qualifying Percentage |
|---|---|
| General / OBC | 45% |
| SC / ST | 35% |
The 140-mark written test focuses on two primary domains:
The skill test is a mandatory qualifying round. Failure to qualify results in disqualification regardless of written test performance.
Note: In the event of a tie in aggregate scores, the candidate with higher proficiency in English typing/shorthand is prioritized. If a tie persists, the candidate with the higher date of birth is selected.
No, the skill test is purely qualifying in nature and does not contribute to the final merit score calculation.
A deduction of 0.25 marks is applied for every incorrect answer provided in the objective-type question paper.
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