High Court of Kerala Recruitment 2026: Notification for 17 Office Attendant Posts

Recruitment Overview

The High Court of Kerala has released an official notification inviting online applications from qualified Indian Citizens for the post of Office Attendant. The selection will be conducted through direct recruitment, and a ranked list will be prepared to fill the anticipated vacancies as well as any future vacancies that arise during the list’s validity period.

Key Highlights

• Organization Name: High Court of Kerala
• Recruitment Number: 21/2026
• Post Name: Office Attendant
• Total Vacancies: 17 (Anticipated)
• Job Location: Ernakulam, Kerala
• Application Mode: Online
• Application Start Date: 23 September 2026
• Last Date to Apply: 26 October 2026
• Official Website: www.hckrecruitment.keralacourts.in

Vacancy Details

(Note: Vacancies that arise during the validity period of the ranked list—minimum one year and maximum two years—will also be filled from this list.)

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

• Candidates should have passed S.S.L.C or equivalent.
• Candidates should not have acquired graduation.
• Note: All qualifications must be acquired on or before the closure date of the online application. Candidates shortlisted for the interview must submit an affidavit stating they do not possess a graduation degree.

Age Limit

• General Category: Born between 02/01/1986 and 01/01/2008 (both days inclusive).
• OBC Category: Born between 02/01/1983 and 01/01/2008 (both days inclusive).
• SC/ST Category: Born between 02/01/1981 and 01/01/2008 (both days inclusive).
• Note: Age relaxation is available for Ex-servicemen, widows, and differently-abled candidates as per government rules.

Application Fee

• General / OBC Candidates: Rs. 500/-
• SC / ST / Unemployed Differently Abled Candidates: Nil (Exempted from fee payment).
• Payment Mode: Online (Debit/Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI) or Offline (System-generated Fee Payment Challan).

Selection Process

The selection will be based on two stages:

1. Written Test (Objective Type): A 75-minute OMR-based test for 100 marks. The medium of the test will be bilingual (English & Malayalam). There is a negative marking of 1/4 mark for every incorrect answer.
   • General Knowledge & Current Affairs: 50 marks
   • Numerical Ability: 20 marks
   • Mental Ability: 15 marks
   • General English: 15 marks
2. Interview: An interview for 10 marks. Candidates must secure a minimum of 35% in the interview to be included in the ranked list.

How to Apply

Tip: The High Court of Kerala strictly forbids graduates from applying for this post. Do not apply if you hold a bachelor’s degree, as you will be required to sign a legal affidavit confirming you are not a graduate before the interview stage. Providing false information will lead to immediate disqualification.

1. Visit the official recruitment portal: www.hckrecruitment.keralacourts.in.
2. Complete the ‘One Time Registration’ using the ‘One Time Registration Login’ link. Ensure your photograph meets the guidelines (face centrally focused, white/light-colored background).
3. Log in and navigate to ‘My Profile’ to enter all required details.
4. Click on ‘Apply Now’ in the ‘Dashboard’ and select the Office Attendant post (Recruitment No. 21/2026).
5. Choose your preferred examination center (Thiruvananthapuram, Alappuzha, Ernakulam, Thrissur, or Kozhikode).
6. Proceed to pay the application fee (if applicable) via online or offline mode.
7. Verify all details in the preview before final submission, as no modifications are allowed afterward. Take a printout of the application for future reference.

Important Dates

Important Links

• Official Website / Apply Online: www.hckrecruitment.keralacourts.in
• Official Notification:https://hckrecruitment.keralacourts.in/hckrecruitment//Recruitment/viewPdfNotificationFile?token=bm90aWZpY2F0aW9uXzU0LnBkZg==

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. Can graduates apply for the High Court Office Attendant post?

No. The notification clearly states that candidates should have passed S.S.L.C or equivalent but should not have acquired graduation.

2. What are the examination centers for the written test?

The written test will be conducted in Thiruvananthapuram, Alappuzha, Ernakulam, Thrissur, and Kozhikode. You must choose your preferred center during the online application process.

3. Is there a negative marking in the written examination?

Yes. For every incorrect answer in the Objective Type written test, 1/4 mark will be deducted.

Disclaimer: Candidates are advised to verify all details with the official High Court of Kerala notification before applying.

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