Kerala High Court has announced recruitment for 1 Telephone Operator vacancy under advertisement number 7/2026, with the place of posting in Ernakulam. Candidates belonging to Scheduled Castes in the State of Kerala alone are eligible to apply, with the age limit requiring candidates to be born between 2 January 1981 and 1 January 2008 (both days inclusive). The post carries a pay scale of 31100-66800. Applicants must possess Plus Two or equivalent, Diploma in Electronics, six months experience as Telephone Operator/Receptionist and in Computer Operation, and fluency in English, Malayalam and Hindi. Eligible applicants can submit the ONLINE application by completing One Time Registration, logging into their profile, and uploading the required documents. The online application process starts on 16 October 2026 and closes on 16 November 2026, and selection consists of a Written Test (if conducted) followed by an Interview.
Kerala High Court Telephone Operator at a Glance
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | High Court of Kerala |
| Advertisement No. | 7/2026 |
| Post Name(s) | Telephone Operator |
| Vacancies | 1 (Scheduled Castes - NCA Vacancy) |
| Pay | ₹ 31100-66800 |
| Age Limit | Candidates born between 02/01/1981 and 01/01/2008 (both days inclusive) |
| Application Fee | No application fee is charged |
| Job Location | Ernakulam (Kerala) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Last Date | 16/11/2026 |
Vacancy Details
The recruitment is conducted for 1 NCA vacancy for the Telephone Operator post earmarked for Scheduled Castes in the State of Kerala. This is the second NCA notification for the vacancy that arose from Ranked List No. REC 3-1796/2024 dated 24.10.2025 (Rec. No. 18/2024). The ranked list prepared under this notification will remain in force until a candidate is advised and appointed against the vacancy earmarked for Scheduled Castes.
Who Can Apply
Candidates must fulfill the following essential qualifications and eligibility criteria:
- Nationality & Community: Indian citizens belonging to the Scheduled Castes in the State of Kerala alone are eligible to apply. Applications from other communities will be summarily rejected.
- Educational Qualification: Plus Two or equivalent, and a Diploma in Electronics awarded by an Institution recognized by the Government.
- Experience: Six months experience as Telephone Operator/Receptionist and in Computer Operation. The experience certificate must be in the required format available in the 'Downloads' link in the recruitment portal.
- Language Proficiency: Fluency in English, Malayalam and Hindi.
- Age Limit: Candidates must have been born between 02/01/1981 and 01/01/2008 (both days inclusive).
Age Relaxation
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| Ex-serviceman / Ex-general Reserve Engineer Force / Disembodied Territorial Army person | Exclusion of service period in defence forces, General Reserve Engineer Force, or Territorial Army, plus period of unemployment on discharge up to 5 years (provided the candidate has not completed 50 years of age). |
| Blind and Low Vision | Up to 15 years (upper age limit shall not exceed 50 years). |
| Other categories of disabilities | Up to 10 years (upper age limit shall not exceed 50 years). |
| Widows | Up to 5 years (upper age limit shall not exceed 50 years). |
Pay and Tenure
The post of Telephone Operator carries the scale of pay of ₹ 31100-66800 under direct recruitment.
How to Apply for Kerala High Court Telephone Operator
- Access the Recruitment Portal of the High Court at https://hckrecruitment.keralacourts.in.
- Complete "One Time Registration" using the "One Time Registration Login" link and review the "How to apply" guidelines. Keep scanned images of your passport size photograph (white/light-colored background with face and shoulder clearly visible) and signature ready.
- Log into your profile and select the "My Profile" option in the dashboard to enter the required details.
- Select the "Upload documents" option in the dashboard and upload properly scanned and legible copies of your Plus Two or equivalent certificate, Diploma in Electronics, experience certificate, and any other relevant documents.
- Select the 'Apply Now' option in the dashboard, review the preview of your application carefully, and submit it before the closure date.
- Keep a soft or hard copy of the submitted application for future reference. Do not send printouts or documents to the High Court.
Selection and Interview
Selection will be based on Interview or Written Test & Interview depending on the number of candidates. If conducted, the Written Test will be of Objective Type with a duration of 75 minutes, comprising 100 questions carrying 1 mark each. A negative marking of 1/4 mark applies for every incorrect answer. Total marks for the Interview shall be 10, and candidates must secure a minimum of 35% marks in the Interview to be considered for inclusion in the ranked list.
Written Test Examination Pattern
| Section | Subject | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| a) | Questions based on the syllabus related to Diploma in Electronics | 50 |
| b) | General Knowledge / Current Affairs | 30 |
| c) | Questions to test proficiency in English language | 20 |
| Total | Objective Type (100 Questions) | 100 |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Date of commencement of filing of online application | 16/10/2026 |
| Date of closure of filing of online application | 16/11/2026 |
| Admission Tickets for Written Test download | Three weeks prior to the date of Written Test |
| Call Letters for Interview download | Two weeks prior to the date of Interview |
Important Instructions
- Only candidates belonging to Scheduled Castes in the State of Kerala are eligible to apply. Applications from other communities are summarily rejected.
- Caste certificates valid on the date fixed for closure of filing of online applications or certificate verification must be produced in the format appended to G.O. (P) No. 11/2026/SCSTD dated 14.03.2026.
- Government employees must indicate their service in the application and produce a No Objection Certificate/Service Certificate when called for.
- Canvassing in any form will entail immediate cancellation of candidature.
- Candidates must download Admission Tickets/Call Letters from their profile; hard copies are not sent by post.
Important Links
| Link | Details |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Online Application and One Time Registration Portal |
| Official Notification PDF | Complete Official Notification Document |
| Official Website | High Court of Kerala Recruitment Portal |
