District Legal Services Authority, Vikarabad (DLSA Vikarabad), Telangana, has invited applications for the post of Steno/Typist under Advt No. 01/2026. Applications are to be sent offline and must reach the organisation by 16 November 2026.
The post is for Vikarabad. Qualification required: Degree in Arts, Science, Commerce or Law with Government Technical Examination in Shorthand and Typewriting. The application fee is Rs. 800 for OC and BC categories. Selection is by oMR based objective examination, skill Test for Stenography and oral interview (viva-voce). Eligibility, dates and the steps to apply are given below.
Key Points
- Last date: 16 November 2026
- Vacancies: 1
- How to apply: Offline, by post or in person as the notification says
- Fee: OC and BC categories: Rs. 800; SC and ST categories: Rs. 400
- Age limit: Completed the age of 18 years and must not have completed 44 years (as on 1 September 2026)
- Place: Vikarabad
DLSA Vikarabad Steno/Typist Recruitment 2026 - Overview
| Organisation | District Legal Services Authority, Vikarabad (DLSA Vikarabad), Telangana |
| Post Name | Steno/Typist |
| No of Posts | 1 |
| Advt No | 01/2026 |
| Job Type | Full Time |
| Place of Posting | Vikarabad |
| Qualification | Degree in Arts, Science, Commerce or Law with Government Technical Examination in Shorthand and Typewriting |
| Age Limit | Completed the age of 18 years and must not have completed 44 years (as on 1 September 2026) |
| Apply Mode | Offline |
| Last Date | 16 November 2026 |
| Send Application To | The Chairman, District Legal Services Authority, District Court Premises, Vikarabad |
DLSA Vikarabad Notification PDF 2026
Advt No. 01/2026 gives the full conditions for the post, including anything not covered in the tables on this page. Read it before applying. The download link is in the Important Links table below.
Download DLSA Vikarabad notification PDF
Eligibility Criteria
- Qualification: Degree in Arts or Science or Commerce or Law of a University in India established or incorporated by or a central Act, Provisional Act or a State Act or from any Institution recognized by University Grants Commission or any other degree equivalent to such qualification.; Must have passed Government Technical Examination with a speed of 120 w.p.m. in English Shorthand (or Lower Grade if Higher is not available).; Must have passed Government Technical Examination in Typewriting in Higher Grade in English (45 w.p.m.) (or Lower Grade if Higher is not available).; Must have knowledge or qualification in computer operation.
- Age limit: Completed the age of 18 years and must not have completed 44 years (as on 1 September 2026)
- Age relaxation: SC/ST/BCs/EWS/Aboriginal Tribes in Agency areas 5 years, Differently-abled 10 years, Ex-Servicemen As per Rule 12(1)(c)(i) of Telangana State and Subordinate Service Rules
Other conditions:
- Candidates shall not be eligible for appointment if they do not possess adequate knowledge of the language or languages of the district.
- Must be of sound health and active habits free from bodily defects or infirmities.
- Must be a citizen of India.
Who Cannot Apply for DLSA Vikarabad Recruitment 2026
- Persons with more than one living wife, or married to a person with a living spouse, where the marriage is void
- Persons dismissed from government service or convicted for moral turpitude
- Candidates who bring influence of any kind are disqualified
Pay and Terms of Engagement
- Appointment is covered by the Contributory Pension Scheme (CPS)
Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| OC and BC categories | Rs. 800 |
| SC and ST categories | Rs. 400 |
Payment mode: Demand Draft in the name of 'The Secretary, District Legal Services Authority, Vikarabad' payable at Vikarabad.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Date of Publication of the Notification | 26 October 2026 |
| Starting Date for submission of application | 30 October 2026 |
| Closing Date for submission of Application | 16 November 2026 |
| Scrutiny of Applications | 30 November 2026 |
| Issuing of Hall Tickets | 7 December 2026 |
How Will DLSA Vikarabad Select Candidates?
- OMR based objective examination
- Skill Test for Stenography
- Oral interview (viva-voce)
- OMR based examination for 40 marks (20 marks General Knowledge and 20 marks General English) for 45 minutes.
- Skill Test for Stenography for 40 marks (Dictation for 5 minutes in English at 120 w.p.m, transcription within 40 minutes).
- Oral interview (viva-voce) for 20 marks.
DLSA Vikarabad Exam Pattern 2026
| Part / Paper | Subject | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Written Examination | General Knowledge and General English | 40 | 45 minutes |
| Skill Test | Stenography Dictation & Transcription | 40 | 45 minutes |
| Interview | Viva-voce | 20 | - |
- Minimum qualifying marks: 40% for OC and EWS, 35% for Backward Classes, and 30% for SC and ST.
Documents to Enclose
- Original certificates of prescribed academic qualifications
- Marks lists and pass certificates
- Certificate evidencing date of birth
- Community certificate
- Certificate in respect of Local/Non-local
- Two sets of Photostat copies of certificates duly attested by Gazetted Officer
- No-objection Certificate from Employer if employed anywhere
- Self-Addressed long envelope duly stamped with a postage of Rs.75/-
How to Apply for DLSA Vikarabad Recruitment 2026 Offline
- Fill application in the prescribed proforma.
- Enclose required attested copies of certificates and photographs.
- Send by Registered Post/Courier only to the specified address.
- Superscribe the application cover with 'APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF STENO-TYPIST'.
- Make sure it reaches by 16 November 2026.
Other Points to Note
- No application shall be received directly.
DLSA Vikarabad Steno/Typist Recruitment 2026 - Important Links
| Link Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF | Download DLSA Vikarabad notification PDF |
| Application Form | Application form for DLSA Vikarabad Recruitment 2026 |
| Official Website | Visit DLSA Vikarabad official website |
Official Source
This article is based on the official notification of District Legal Services Authority, Vikarabad, Advertisement No. 01/2026, dated 26 October 2026. Candidates should verify every detail in that notification before applying.