Stenographer & Secretarial Assistant (English) is a professional trade offered under the Industrial Training Institute (ITI) that prepares students for careers in office administration, secretarial services, and executive support. The course develops essential skills in English shorthand, typing, computer applications, business communication, and office management, enabling trainees to perform efficiently in modern administrative environments.
Stenographer & Secretarial Assistant (English) is a 1-year professional NCVT trade designed to develop high-speed shorthand transcription, touch typing, executive secretarial skills, computerized office administration, and professional business correspondence.
At Government ITI Pattan, the training blends rigorous practical workshop drills with standard theoretical concepts. Trainees undergo safety protocols, equipment handling, blueprint interpretation, and industrial workflow practices ensuring they meet National Occupational Standards (NOS).
10th from a recognized educational board (JKBOSE / CBSE).
Minimum age 14 years as of 1st August of the admission year. No upper age limit for vocational trades.
2-Year engineering trade graduates qualify for direct lateral entry into 2nd year (3rd semester) of Polytechnic Engineering Diploma.
National Trade Certificate (NTC) / State Trade Certificate (STC), recognized for state, central government & private sector jobs.
Graduates of Stenographer & Secretarial Assistant (English) can pursue diverse career opportunities across industries, government departments, and entrepreneurship.
Junior Stenographer / Personal Assistant in Central & State Government Secretariats
Court Stenographer / Steno-Typist in High Court of J&K & Ladakh and District Courts
Stenographer in Staff Selection Commission (SSC Steno Grade C & D)
Executive Secretary / Confidential Assistant in corporate firms & banking sectors
Data Processing Specialist and Office Administrator
Eligible for 1-year paid apprenticeship training under National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme (NAPS) with government monthly stipend support.
The course targets 80 to 100 words per minute in English shorthand and 40+ words per minute in computer typing, which matches government recruitment standards.
Yes. The NCVT National Trade Certificate is recognized across India for all central and state government recruitment tests.
