📋 Complete Advertisement & Guidelines
Key Highlights – District Court Pathanamthitta LD Typist Recruitment 2026
- Recruiting Body: District Court, Pathanamthitta (Kerala)
- Advertisement Number: No.JS-I-19936/2025 dated 28 September 2026
- Total Vacancies: 1 (LD Typist)
- Employment Nature: Contractual appointment for a fixed duration of 179 days only
- Critical Eligibility Clause: Only retired personnel from Kerala Judicial Ministerial Service or equivalent government departments are eligible. Preference given to KJMS retirees.
- Application Mode: Offline (in person or by registered post)
- Last Date to Submit: 12 October 2026 (on or before 5:00 PM)
- Monthly Pay: Rs. 23,360/- (maximum)
- Age Limit: Candidates must not have completed 62 years of age
- Application Fee: Rs. 0 – No application fee is prescribed
- Official Notification PDF: Download District Court Pathanamthitta LD Typist Official Notification PDF (Advt No. JS-I-19936/2025)
Post-Wise Vacancy & Pay Scale
| Post Designation | Vacancies | Age Limit | Monthly Remuneration (INR) |
|---|---|---|---|
| LD Typist | 1 | Not completed 62 years | Rs. 23,360/- (maximum per month) |
Note: The appointment is purely contractual for a fixed tenure of 179 days from the date of joining. No extension or absorption is guaranteed.
Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualification
- Educational Qualification (LD Typist): As per rules prescribed by the Kerala High Court / Government of Kerala.
- Mandatory Eligibility Clause: The applicant must be a retired person from any of the following:
- Kerala Judicial Ministerial Service (KJMS)
- Kerala Judicial Ministerial Service-equivalent departments
- Any other Government of Kerala department
- Preference: Candidates who have retired specifically from the Kerala Judicial Ministerial Service shall be given preference during screening.
- Age Limit: Candidates must not have completed 62 years of age. Retirement must have occurred upon attaining 62 years or as per the applicable service rules.
Selection Process & Screening Clause
- Application Screening: All received applications are scrutinised for completeness, eligibility (retired status), and correctness of age, qualifications, and credentials.
- Document Verification: Original certificates are verified at the time of appointment.
- Contract Agreement Execution: Selected candidates must execute a contract agreement in the prescribed format before the District Judge, Pathanamthitta, at the time of joining.
No written examination or interview has been announced at this stage. Selection is purely based on screening of applications. No TA/DA will be paid for attending any stage of the selection process.
Required Documents & Instructions for Candidates
- Affix a recent passport-size photograph on the application form.
- Enclose self-attested or verified copies of all certificates proving date of birth, qualifications, service/retirement status, experience, and identity.
- Prepare the application on white paper strictly matching the prescribed format provided in the official notification.
- Submit the completed application in person or by post to the Office of the District Judge, Pathanamthitta, Kerala.
- The application must reach the office on or before 12 October 2026, up to 5:00 PM. Applications received after the deadline will not be considered.
- On selection, the candidate must sign the contract agreement in the prescribed format before the District Judge.
How to Apply for District Court Pathanamthitta LD Typist (Offline Mode)
- Download and read the full District Court Pathanamthitta LD Typist Official Notification PDF (Advt No. JS-I-19936/2025)
- Prepare the application on plain white paper in the prescribed format specified in the notification.
- Affix a passport-size photograph and attach self-attested copies of all required documents.
- Submit the application either in person at the District Court Office, Pathanamthitta, or send it by registered post / speed post to the same address.
- Ensure the application is delivered on or before 12 October 2026, 5:00 PM.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last date to apply for District Court Pathanamthitta LD Typist Recruitment?
The last date to submit the offline application is 12 October 2026, on or before 5:00 PM. Applications received after this deadline will not be accepted under any circumstances.
Who is eligible to apply for the LD Typist post at District Court Pathanamthitta?
Only retired government employees from the Kerala Judicial Ministerial Service (KJMS), KJMS-equivalent departments, or any other Government of Kerala department are eligible. Preference is given to KJMS retirees. The applicant must not have completed 62 years of age.
Is there any application fee for District Court Pathanamthitta LD Typist Recruitment?
No. The official notification does not prescribe any application fee. All eligible candidates can apply free of cost.
What is the salary for the LD Typist contract post?
The monthly pay for the LD Typist post is Rs. 23,360/- (maximum per month) for the contractual duration of 179 days.
Is the LD Typist post at District Court Pathanamthitta a permanent government job?
No. This is a purely contractual appointment for 179 days only. There is no guarantee of extension, renewal, or absorption into regular service. It does not carry permanent government job benefits such as pension or regular cadre seniority.
What is the selection process for District Court Pathanamthitta LD Typist?
The selection consists of screening of applications, verification of age, qualifications, and retirement credentials, followed by execution of a contract agreement before the District Judge in the prescribed format. No written test or separate interview has been notified. No TA/DA will be paid.