Kerala High Court System Assistant Recruitment 2026 Notification Out for 90 Posts, Apply Online from 20 November
The High Court of Kerala has released the notification for the recruitment of System Assistants in the District Judiciary on a contract basis. The notification, No. HCKL/7863/2026-REC3-HC KERALA, is dated 10 November 2026 and comes under Recruitment No. 24/2026. There are 90 vacancies spread across 14 judicial districts of Kerala, and selected candidates will provide technical support for the systems and services of the district courts.
Online applications will be accepted on hckrecruitment.keralacourts.in from 20 November to 14 December 2026. The post carries a consolidated pay of ₹24,590 per month. Candidates with a 3-year Diploma in Computer or Electronics, or a B.Sc. Computer Science or BCA degree, along with at least 2 years of hardware troubleshooting experience, can apply. There is no application fee, and selection will be through screening of applications followed by an interview. This article covers the district-wise vacancies, eligibility, age limit, selection process and how to apply. You can find more openings like this on our latest government jobs page.
Quick summary:
➤ Recruiting body: The High Court of Kerala, Ernakulam
➤ Post: System Assistant in the District Judiciary (contract basis)
➤ Recruitment No.: 24/2026
➤ Total vacancies: 90
➤ Pay: ₹24,590 per month (consolidated)
➤ Apply online: 20 November to 14 December 2026
➤ Age limit: Born on or after 02.01.1985
➤ Qualification: 3-year Diploma in Computer / Electronics or B.Sc. (CS) / BCA + 2 years' experience
➤ Application fee: Nil
➤ Selection: Screening / shortlisting + Interview
➤ Website: hckrecruitment.keralacourts.in
Kerala High Court System Assistant Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Body | The High Court of Kerala, Ernakulam |
| Notification No. | HCKL/7863/2026-REC3-HC KERALA dated 10.11.2026 |
| Recruitment No. | 24/2026 |
| Post Name | System Assistant in the District Judiciary |
| Nature of Appointment | Contract basis (initially 2 years) |
| Total Vacancies | 90 |
| Pay | ₹24,590 per month (consolidated) |
| Application Fee | Nil |
| Selection Process | Screening / shortlisting of applications + Interview |
| Job Location | District Judiciary across Kerala |
| Application Mode | Online only |
| Official Website | hckrecruitment.keralacourts.in |
Kerala High Court System Assistant Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 10 November 2026 |
| Online Application Starts | 20 November 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 14 December 2026 |
| Cut-off Date for Qualification and Experience | 10 November 2026 (date of notification) |
| Interview Call Letter | Two weeks before the interview |
| Interview Date | To be announced |
Kerala High Court System Assistant Vacancy 2026 (District-wise)
The 90 System Assistant vacancies are spread across the 14 judicial districts of Kerala. Ernakulam has the most posts (12), followed by Thiruvananthapuram (10). The district-wise vacancy details are given below.
| Judicial District | Vacancies | Judicial District | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thiruvananthapuram | 10 | Thrissur | 7 |
| Kollam | 8 | Palakkad | 7 |
| Pathanamthitta | 4 | Manjeri | 5 |
| Alappuzha | 7 | Kozhikode | 8 |
| Kottayam | 7 | Kalpetta | 3 |
| Thodupuzha | 4 | Thalassery | 6 |
| Ernakulam | 12 | Kasargod | 2 |
| Total | 90 | ||
Candidates must give their preference of district in the application. Districts will be allotted based on the rank list and the decision of the High Court. The High Court can also appoint, relocate or transfer selected candidates as needed.
Kerala High Court System Assistant Eligibility 2026
Educational Qualification and Experience
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Essential Qualification | Government approved 3-year Diploma in Computer / Electronics or higher qualification, OR B.Sc. (Computer Science) / BCA or higher qualification |
| Essential Experience | At least 2 years of experience in hardware troubleshooting, with basic knowledge of computer networking |
| Desired Experience | 1 year of experience in the eCourts project in Kerala, OR 1 year of working experience on any Linux-based platform |
Candidates must have the required qualification and experience on or before the date of notification, 10 November 2026. Those claiming a higher qualification must upload the relevant Government Order along with the certificate. Freshers cannot apply, as the 2 years of hardware experience is compulsory. Kerala candidates with diploma or data entry skills can also check the NHM Keralam DEO and Lab Technician recruitment 2026.
Age Limit
Candidates should be born on or after 2 January 1985. The notification does not mention any category-wise age relaxation.
Salary and Tenure
System Assistants will get a consolidated pay of ₹24,590 per month. The contract is initially for 2 years. It may be extended based on performance, requirements and orders of the High Court, subject to Government sanction. The appointment is temporary, and contract staff will have no claim for regularisation or preference in future appointments.
Kerala High Court System Assistant Selection Process 2026
- Screening / shortlisting: Applications and uploaded documents will be scrutinised. Meeting the eligibility criteria alone does not guarantee an interview call.
- Interview: Shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview.
- Certificate verification: Original documents for age, qualification and experience will be checked.
The High Court has reserved the right to change the mode of selection. The rank list will be valid for 2 years from the date of publication of the final rank list, and vacancies that arise during this period will be filled from the list.
Interview call letters can be downloaded from the candidate's profile two weeks before the interview, and candidates will be informed by SMS / e-mail. If you cannot download your call letter, contact the High Court at 0484-2562235 at least one week before the interview. Using an edited or modified call letter will lead to disqualification. You can track call letters for other exams on our admit card updates page.
Kerala High Court System Assistant Application Fee
No application fee is charged for this recruitment. All candidates can apply free of cost.
How to Apply for Kerala High Court System Assistant Recruitment 2026
- Visit hckrecruitment.keralacourts.in from 20 November 2026.
- Complete One Time Registration (OTR) using the 'One Time Registration Login' link, if not done earlier. The steps are given in the 'How to apply' link on the website.
- Fill in the required details in 'My Profile'.
- Go to 'Apply Now' in the 'Dashboard' for Recruitment No. 24/2026 and give your district preference.
- Upload your Diploma / B.Sc. (CS) / BCA certificate, the Government Order for any higher qualification, the 2-year hardware troubleshooting experience certificate and the desired experience certificate (if any). Experience certificates must be in the format given in the 'Downloads' section of the portal.
- Check the preview carefully. Once submitted, the application and documents cannot be edited, re-uploaded or deleted.
- Submit the form by 14 December 2026 and keep a printout. You do not need to send the printout or any documents to the High Court.
Candidates applying from abroad must first e-mail their location and public IP address to recruitment.hckerala@nic.in to get access to the portal, and inform by e-mail after applying. For doubts, call 0484-2562235 (Recruitment & Examination Cell) on working days between 10 am and 4.30 pm. For results of other recruitments, visit our sarkari result section.
Kerala High Court System Assistant Recruitment 2026 for West Bengal Candidates
The notification invites applications from qualified Indian citizens and does not mention any Kerala domicile condition, so West Bengal candidates can apply. Diploma holders in Computer Science and Technology or Electronics from West Bengal polytechnics, and BCA / B.Sc. Computer Science graduates from Bengal universities, are eligible if they have 2 years of hardware troubleshooting experience.
There is one important condition for candidates from Bengal. Anyone whose diploma or degree is not awarded by a university in Kerala must upload an equivalency / recognition certificate with the application. They must also get a recognition certificate for their degree or diploma from a university in Kerala and produce it when asked. Failing to do so will cancel the candidature, so start this process early. The notification does not name the interview venue, and all posts are in the district courts of Kerala, so be ready to travel and work in Kerala on a contract.
WB diploma holders looking for regular central government jobs can also check the SCL Technical Assistant recruitment with a Kolkata exam centre and the DGQA Technician vacancies 2026.
Kerala High Court System Assistant Recruitment 2026 FAQs
Q1. How many vacancies are there in Kerala High Court System Assistant Recruitment 2026?
There are 90 System Assistant vacancies across 14 judicial districts of Kerala.
Q2. What is the last date to apply?
The online application closes on 14 December 2026. It opens on 20 November 2026.
Q3. What is the salary of a Kerala High Court System Assistant?
The pay is ₹24,590 per month (consolidated).
Q4. What is the qualification for Kerala High Court System Assistant?
A Government approved 3-year Diploma in Computer / Electronics or B.Sc. (Computer Science) / BCA (or higher), along with at least 2 years of hardware troubleshooting experience and basic knowledge of networking.
Q5. What is the age limit?
Candidates must be born on or after 2 January 1985.
Q6. Is there any application fee?
No. No application fee is charged.
Q7. Is there a written exam?
No written exam is mentioned. Selection is based on screening of applications followed by an interview.
Q8. Can candidates from West Bengal apply?
Yes. The post is open to qualified Indian citizens. Candidates with qualifications from outside Kerala must upload an equivalency / recognition certificate and get recognition from a university in Kerala.
Q9. Is the System Assistant post permanent?
No. It is a contract post, initially for 2 years, with no claim for regularisation.
Kerala High Court System Assistant Recruitment 2026 Important Links
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online (from 20.11.2026) | hckrecruitment.keralacourts.in |
| Official Notification (Rec. No. 24/2026) | Click Here to Check Notification |
| Experience Certificate Format | 'Downloads' on Recruitment Portal |
| Join WhatsApp Channel | Join Now |
| Join Telegram Channel | Join Now |
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