Balasore District Court Junior Clerk Recruitment 2026

About This Job

District Court Balasore has released notification for 7 Junior Clerk/Copyist posts under Advertisement No. 01 of 2026. Candidates who have passed +3 (Bachelor's Degree) with a Diploma in Computer Application (DCA) can apply offline. Last date to submit your application is 10 April 2026. Salary ranges from Rs. 19,900 to Rs. 63,200 per month under Level-4 of ORSP Rules 2017.

District Court Balasore Junior Clerk/Copyist Recruitment 2026 - 7 Posts

The Office of the District Judge, Balasore, Odisha has invited applications from Group-D employees including Process Servers for filling up 7 Junior Clerk/Copyist positions. This recruitment is conducted as per the Odisha District and Civil Courts' Judicial Staff Services (Method of Recruitment and Conditions of Service) Rules, 2008 and its subsequent amendments. If you are currently working as a Group-D employee in the Odisha district courts and hold the required qualifications, this is your chance to move up to a Group-C clerical position.

Vacancy Details

Category-wise Breakdown:

• SC (Scheduled Caste): 2 posts
• ST (Scheduled Tribe): 2 posts
• SEBC (Socially & Educationally Backward Classes): 1 post
• UR (Unreserved): 2 posts

Note: 33% intra-reservation will be made for women candidates, subject to availability of eligible candidates.

Who Can Apply?

• Education: You must have passed at least the +3 examination (Bachelor's Degree) or an equivalent qualification from a recognized university.
• Computer Skills: You need a Diploma in Computer Application (DCA) from a recognized institute.
• Language: You must be able to speak, read, and write Odia and should have passed a test in Odia equivalent to M.E. standard.
• Character: You must be of good character and sound health.
• Marital Status: You should not have more than one spouse living, if married.
• Current Employment: This recruitment is open to Group-D employees including Process Servers of the Odisha district and civil courts.

Age Limit

• You should be between 18 and 32 years old.
• Age Relaxation: Upper age limit is relaxed for reserved categories as per Odisha Government rules — typically 5 years for SC/ST/SEBC candidates.

Salary

• Pay Scale: Rs. 19,900 - 63,200 per month (Level-4 as per ORSP Rules, 2017)
• You will also receive usual allowances such as Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and other benefits as admissible by the Odisha Government from time to time.

Application Fee

• The official notification does not mention any application fee for this recruitment.

Selection Process

The selection is based on a three-stage process with a total of 445 marks:

1. Written Test (300 Marks): You will appear for a written examination covering three subjects — English (100 marks), Arithmetic (100 marks), and General Knowledge (100 marks). You need to score at least 35% in each paper to qualify for the next stage.
2. Computer Science Test - Practical (100 Marks): This is a hands-on practical test where you will be tested on paragraph formatting, table insertion, printing, file transfer, web browsing, email, use of pen drive, and basic accounting software. Cut-off is 50% for General/Other categories and 40% for SC/ST candidates.
3. Viva Voce Test (45 Marks): A personal interview to assess your suitability, alertness, general outlook, and potential qualities for the post.

Note: The written test questions will be in English unless otherwise directed.

Exam Pattern

Written Test - Subject-wise Breakdown

• English (100 Marks): Essay writing (30 marks), Letter/Application writing (20 marks), Oriya to English Translation (15 marks), English to Oriya Translation (15 marks), Summary writing (20 marks). Standard is equivalent to +3 level.
• Arithmetic (100 Marks): Fractions, Decimals, HCF and LCM, Simple and Compound Interest, Partnership, Percentages, Profit and Loss, Mixtures, Averages, Ratios, Taxes, Insurance, Square and Cubic measures, Time and Work, Time and Distance. Problems are solvable arithmetically — no algebraic methods needed.
• General Knowledge (100 Marks): Current events and general awareness expected of an educated person.

Computer Science Test - Practical (100 Marks)

• Paragraph formatting, table creation and insertion
• Printing, saving files, and file transfer operations
• Web browsing, searching, and downloading emails
• Use of pen drive and other storage devices
• Basic accounting software and programs

How to Apply

1. Download the application form from the official website balasore.dcourts.gov.in under the Recruitments section.
2. Fill in the application form (Form-A) in your own handwriting with all required details including your marks in HSC, +2, and +3 examinations.
3. Attach two self-signed recent colour passport-size photographs duly attested by a Gazetted Officer. One photo goes on the application form in the space provided.
4. Attach self-attested photocopies of all required certificates and mark sheets (Matric, +2, +3, DCA, caste certificate if applicable).
5. Get two character certificates from two different Gazetted Officers, Medical Practitioners, or Sarpanch.
6. Fill and attach the Self-Declaration form (Annexure-I) for authentication of certificates.
7. Group-D employees must submit through proper channel via their establishment.
8. Send the complete application along with all documents to: Office of the District Judge, Balasore - 756001, so it reaches by 10 April 2026 before 1:00 PM.

Important: Applications received after the last date will be summarily rejected. No T.A./D.A. will be provided for attending the examination.

Important Dates

• Notification Date: 26 March 2026
• Last Date to Apply: 10 April 2026 (by 1:00 PM)
• Exam Date: To be announced

• Handle filing, indexing, and maintenance of court case records and legal documents in an organized manner.
• Prepare certified copies of court orders, judgments, and other legal documents as requested by parties.
• Assist in typing and formatting court orders, summons, warrants, and other official correspondence.
• Keep registers and maintain records of cases, including daily cause lists and case status updates.
• Work on computer systems for data entry, case management software, and digital record keeping.
• Follow court procedures for receiving and dispatching official mail, documents, and notices.
• Assist judicial officers and senior staff in day-to-day administrative and clerical tasks.
• Manage correspondence between the court and litigants, advocates, and other government offices.