UKSSSC Junior Assistant & Stenographer Syllabus 2026 - Exam Pattern, Marking Scheme & Skill Test Details

UKSSSC Junior Assistant & Stenographer Syllabus 2026

Candidates preparing for the 398 vacancies of Kanisth Sahayak (Junior Assistant) and Stenographer Grade-1/Personal Assistant under the Uttarakhand Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UKSSSC) need a clear picture of the exam syllabus before they begin preparation. The UKSSSC Junior Assistant/Stenographer Syllabus 2026 is built around a 140-mark written objective exam covering General Knowledge and General Studies, followed by a qualifying typing or shorthand skill test worth 60 marks.

This article breaks down the exact exam pattern, marking scheme, qualifying criteria, and skill test requirements as confirmed in the official notification dated 15 June 2026, so candidates can plan their preparation strategy with accurate, verified information.

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UKSSSC Junior Assistant & Stenographer Syllabus 2026 - Overview

UKSSSC Junior Assistant/Stenographer Exam Pattern 2026

This section explains how the selection process is structured, including the number of stages, total marks, and exam duration, so candidates understand exactly what to expect on exam day.

Selection for both posts is based purely on a written competitive examination followed by document verification there is no interview. The exam consists of two components: a written test and a skill test.

The written examination is conducted in objective multiple-choice format and covers General Knowledge and General Studies. The detailed subject-wise skill test syllabus for typing and shorthand will be published separately by the Commission on its official website closer to the exam date.

UKSSSC Written Exam Syllabus - Subjects Covered

This section outlines the broad subject areas that form the basis of the 140-mark written paper, helping candidates identify where to focus their study time.

As per the official notification, the written examination tests candidates on two core areas:

• General Knowledge - covering current affairs, static GK, and general awareness topics relevant to competitive exams in Uttarakhand.
• General Studies - covering broader subject knowledge expected of graduate-level candidates applying for clerical and stenography posts in the subordinate judiciary.

Since both posts are based in the Civil and Family Courts under the Nainital High Court, candidates should also be comfortable with basic Hindi and English language skills, as administrative work in these courts is conducted in both languages.

UKSSSC Marking Scheme 2026

Understanding the marking scheme is essential for exam-day strategy, especially around guessing and negative marking. This section explains exactly how marks are awarded and deducted.

• Each question in the written exam carries four answer options.
• 1 mark is awarded for every correct answer.
• 0.25 marks (¼) are deducted for every incorrect answer.
• Marking more than one option for a single question is treated as a wrong answer, attracting negative marking.
• No negative marking applies to questions that are left unattempted.

UKSSSC Qualifying Marks 2026

This section answers the most commonly searched question among candidates: how many marks are needed to clear the written exam.

Candidates must secure the following minimum percentage of marks in the written examination to be considered qualified:

Candidates scoring below these thresholds will not be considered qualified for the next stage, regardless of their overall rank.

UKSSSC Typing and Shorthand Skill Test 2026

This section covers the second and final stage of the selection process the qualifying skill test that differs based on the post applied for.

After qualifying the written exam, shortlisted candidates must appear for a skill test worth 60 marks. This test is qualifying in nature, meaning it does not add to the merit score but candidates must clear it to remain in contention.

• For Kanisth Sahayak (Junior Assistant): A Hindi typing test on computer.
• For Stenographer Grade-1/Personal Assistant: A shorthand and typing test on computer.

The Commission has confirmed that the detailed syllabus and format for this skill test will be published separately on the official UKSSSC website ahead of the test.

How Ties Are Resolved in the Merit List

This section explains the tie-breaking rule the Commission applies when multiple candidates end up with identical scores.

If two or more candidates obtain equal marks in the written exam as well as equal marks in the Hindi typing/shorthand test, preference in the merit list is given as follows:

1. The candidate who also qualifies in the English typing/shorthand component is ranked higher.
2. If the tie still persists after this, the older candidate (by date of birth) is given preference in the final merit list.

Eligibility Linked to the Syllabus - Typing and Shorthand Speed Requirements

Since typing and shorthand speed form part of both eligibility and the skill test, this section summarizes the minimum speed requirements for each post.

Both posts also require a graduate degree from a university established by law in India (or an equivalent government-recognised qualification), along with good knowledge of Hindi and English and adequate computer operating skills.