High Court of Kerala/ Section Officer/Court Officer

High Court of Kerala/ Section Officer/Court Officer

About the Organisation

The Kerala High Court, located in Ernakulam, is the highest judicial authority in the Indian state of Kerala and the Union Territory of Lakshadweep. Established in 1956, the High Court serves as the guardian of the Constitution and the protector of the fundamental rights of the citizens in the region. The court has jurisdiction over a wide range of civil, criminal, constitutional, and administrative cases. Renowned for its progressive judgments and legal innovations, the Kerala High Court has made significant contributions to Indian jurisprudence. Its bench is composed of the Chief Justice and several other judges appointed by the President of India, based on recommendations from the Collegium. The High Court also supervises and controls all subordinate courts in Kerala, ensuring the efficient administration of justice across the state. 

Eligibility

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 Qualification Requirements for Law-Related Service in Kerala

 Initial Requirement:

1. Law Degree

   - The degree should be awarded or recognized by any of the universities in Kerala.

 Additional Qualifications to be Acquired During Probation:

1. High Court Office Procedure Test

2. Account Test (Lower)

These tests are likely required to ensure that candidates have the necessary knowledge and skills related to court procedures and basic accounting, which are crucial for certain judicial or administrative roles.

 Mode of Selection for Law-Related Service in Kerala

1. Selection Process:

Selection will be based on a written test and an interview.

 2. Written Test:

- The written test will be an objective test answered on an OMR sheet.

- Duration:** 75 minutes.

- Total Marks:** 100

- Sections and Marks:**

  - General Knowledge: 25 Marks

  - English: 25 Marks

  - The Limitation Act, 1963: 20 Marks

  - The Kerala Court Fees and Suits Valuation Act, 1959: 30 Marks

- Number of Questions: 100 (each question carries 1 mark).

Negative Marking:For every incorrect answer, 1.5 marks will be deducted.

 3. Interview:

Total Marks 100

Minimum Marks for Ranked List Inclusion: 35%

 4. Shortlist for Interview:

The number of candidates to be included in the shortlist for the interview will be decided by the Chief Justice based on the number of vacancies.

 Application Fee:

Candidates are exempted from the payment of application fees.

6. Examination Centres:

The examination will be held at Ernakulam

7. Provisions for Differently Abled Candidates:

- Differently abled candidates whose writing speed is affected can avail the services of a scribe.

- Candidates must indicate their intention to avail the service of a scribe in their online application form.

- The use of a scribe will be governed by the guidelines prescribed by the High Court.

- Candidates must produce a medical certificate and a declaration at the time of the test in the prescribed format available in the recruitment portal.

- The qualification of the scribe must be at least one step below the minimum qualification prescribed for the post.

- Differently abled candidates, whether availing the facility of a scribe or not, will be allowed compensatory time of 20 minutes and/or part thereof for every hour of the examination upon producing a medical certificate.

For more details, visit the recruitment portal of the High Court at [https://hckrecruitment.keralacourts.in](https://hckrecruitment.keralacourts.in).

Important Dates for Submission of Application:

Date of commencement of filing online application: 03.07.2024

Date of closure of filing online application: 31.07.2024