Recruitment Overview
High Court of Kerala (Recruitment and Examination Cell) has officially released notification reference Rec. No. 21/2026 (HCKL/7597/2026-REC3-HC KERALA) for the engagement of 17 vacancies in Kerala. This notification announces direct recruitment for Office Attendant. Eligible candidates can submit their applications on the official recruitment portal before 26 October 2026. Review the overview table below for key administrative details.
| Parameter | Official Details |
|---|---|
| Recruitment Authority | High Court of Kerala |
| Hiring Department / Cell | Recruitment and Examination Cell |
| Advertisement Reference | Rec. No. 21/2026 (HCKL/7597/2026-REC3-HC KERALA) |
| Total Announced Vacancies | 17 Vacancies |
| Post Designation | Office Attendant |
| Engagement Category | Direct Recruitment |
| Job / Training Location | Kerala |
| Application Submission Mode | Online |
| Application Closing Date | 26 October 2026 |
| Official Notification Document | Download PDF Notice |
Important Dates and Registration Schedule
Candidates must strictly adhere to the schedule announced in Rec. No. 21/2026 (HCKL/7597/2026-REC3-HC KERALA).
| Recruitment Event | Official Date / Timeline |
|---|---|
| Online application starts | 23 September 2026 |
| Online application and online fee closes | 26 October 2026 |
| Offline fee payment starts | 30 October 2026 |
| Last date for offline fee payment | 6 November 2026 |
Vacancy Distribution and Seat Matrix
Under Rec. No. 21/2026 (HCKL/7597/2026-REC3-HC KERALA), 17 posts have been advertised. Seat allocations verified from the notification are outlined below.
Designated Post and Seat Allocation
Recruitment covers the following designated post with project-wise allocations across the district:
| Designated Post / Cadre | Total Announced Vacancies | Jurisdiction / Location |
|---|---|---|
| Office Attendant | 17 | Kerala |
Reservation Policy: Statutory vertical and horizontal reservations apply as per notification guidelines.
Eligibility Criteria, Academic Qualifications and Age Limit
Candidates must verify that they fulfill all academic, technical, service, and age criteria prior to submitting their application.
1. General Eligibility & Language Criteria
- Passed S.
- S.
- L.
- C or equivalent and should not have acquired graduation.
- Qualifications must be held on or before the closing date of online application.
3. Upper Age Relaxations
- EX SERVICEMEN: Relaxation of Period of defence service plus unemployment after discharge up to 5 years, provided age 50 not completed.
- PWBD: Relaxation of Up to 15 years for blindness/low vision and deaf/hard of hearing; 10 years for other benchmark disabilities; upper limit not to exceed 50 years.
- WIDOWS: Relaxation of Up to 5 years, upper limit not to exceed 50 years.
Application Fee and Remittance Details
Candidates must submit the non-refundable application fee through the prescribed payment method as specified in the recruitment notification:
| Candidate Category | Applicable Fee | Refund Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Amount | Rs 500 | Non-refundable |
- Payment Channel: Online or system generated challan (offline) drawn in favor of "High Court of Kerala".
- Submission: The original Demand Draft must be enclosed along with the application form and self-attested documents.
Selection Procedure, Merit Formulation and Verification
Selection under advertisement Rec. No. 21/2026 (HCKL/7597/2026-REC3-HC KERALA) is strictly based on the norms established by the recruitment board.
1. Procedural Selection Stages
- Stage 1: Written test
- Stage 2: Interview
- Stage 3: Certificate verification
Step-by-Step Online Application Procedure
Applications must be submitted exclusively via the designated recruitment portal as outlined in notification Rec. No. 21/2026 (HCKL/7597/2026-REC3-HC KERALA).
- Visit the official application portal: High Court of Kerala Portal.
- Locate the online application link for engagement notification Rec. No. 21/2026 (HCKL/7597/2026-REC3-HC KERALA).
- Upload scanned copies of required certificates (domicile, caste, educational marksheets, income certificate) as prompted by the portal.
- Remit the application fee (Rs 500) through the integrated online payment gateway (exempted categories bypass this step).
- Preview all entries carefully and complete the final submission.
Editing Policy: No changes allowed once the application is submitted.
Helpdesk Information: Working days 10 a.m. to 4.30 p.m.
Helpdesk Information: Working days 10 a.m. to 4.30 p.m.
Crucial Traps and Points to Verify Before Submitting
Carefully note the following clauses from the official notification to avoid disqualification during scrutiny:
- Editing Restrictions: No changes allowed once the application is submitted.
- Important Notice: The source PDF text is OCR; the pay scale and dates were checked against the first page image.
- Important Notice: Vacancy total is marked anticipated in the notice.
Official Links and Notification Download
| Resource / Portal | Direct Link |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF Download | Download Notification PDF |
| Online Application Registration Portal | Apply Online Registration |
| High Court of Kerala Official Website | Visit Official Portal |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the total vacancy count announced in High Court of Kerala Rec. No. 21/2026 (HCKL/7597/2026-REC3-HC KERALA)?
A total of 17 vacancies have been notified under Rec. No. 21/2026 (HCKL/7597/2026-REC3-HC KERALA).
What is the last date to submit online applications?
Applications must be submitted on or before 26 October 2026.
What is the job or training location for this recruitment?
The notified location is Kerala as specified in the recruitment advertisement.