Kerala High Court Recruitment 2025: Apply Online for 20 Translator Posts

Overview

The Kerala High Court has announced recruitment for Translator positions. This is a great opportunity for graduates with proficiency in Malayalam and English to build a career in the judiciary system.

Organization: Kerala High Court

Total Vacancies: 20 Posts

Post Type: Translator

Job Type: Permanent

Application Mode: Online only

Official Website: highcourt.kerala.gov.in

📅 Important Dates

Start of Online Application: 17th November 2025

Last Date to Apply Online: 6th December 2025

Offline Fee Payment Start Date: 18th December 2025

Last Date for Offline Fee Payment: 24th December 2025

📍 Vacancy Details

Post Name: Translator

Number of Vacancies: 20 Posts

Advertisement Number: HCKL/7593/2025-REC1-HC KERALA

🎓 Educational Qualifications

Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s degree in any subject awarded or recognized by any of the Universities in Kerala.

💰 Salary Details (per month)

Monthly Salary: ₹31,020/-

🎯 Selection Process

The selection process consists of two stages:

1. Translation Test (50 marks)

Duration: 2 hours
Minimum qualifying marks: 20 marks
Test components include:
- Translation of English passages into Malayalam and vice versa
- Translation of English words/legal terms into Malayalam and vice versa

2. Interview (10 marks)

Only shortlisted candidates from the Translation Test will be called for interview
The High Court may limit the number of candidates for interview based on vacancies if too many candidates qualify

Total Maximum Marks: 60 marks

⏳ Age Limit

Eligible Date of Birth: Between 2nd January 1989 and 1st January 2007 (both dates inclusive)

This means:

Minimum Age: Around 18 years
Maximum Age: Around 36 years

Age relaxation is applicable as per government rules for reserved categories.

💳 Application Fee

Fee Amount: ₹500/- for all candidates

Payment Modes Available:

Online payment (preferred)
Offline payment through challan (downloadable from website)

Important Note: Fee once paid is non-refundable. Payment by Demand Draft, Cheque, Money Orders, or Postal Orders will not be accepted.

📑 How to Apply

Step 1: One Time Registration

Visit the recruitment portal: https://hckrecruitment.keralacourts.in
Complete “One Time Registration” using the registration link
Create your profile with basic details

Step 2: Prepare Documents Before starting, keep ready:

Scanned passport-size photograph (white/light background, face clearly visible)
Scanned signature
Educational qualification details

Step 3: Fill Application Form

Login to your account and go to “Dashboard”
Click on “Apply Now”
Fill in all required details in “My Profile”
Preview your application carefully before submission
Once submitted, no changes can be made

Step 4: Pay Application Fee

Complete fee payment (online or offline mode)
For online payment: Follow the payment instructions and ensure successful transaction
For offline payment: Download challan and pay at designated centers within the specified dates
Applications without fee payment will not be considered

Step 5: Save Confirmation

Keep a copy (soft/hard) of the application for future reference
No need to send printout or documents to the High Court

⚙️ Key Documents Required

Scanned passport-size photograph (white background)
Scanned signature
Bachelor’s degree certificate
Date of birth proof
Caste certificate (if applicable)
Valid email ID and mobile number

📘 Important Links

Apply Online: Click here

Official Notification PDF: Download here