District Court Thrissur Recruitment 2026: Office Attendant & Computer Assistant Contract Posts for Retired Staff
If you have retired from a court or any other government department and still want to work, this notice is for you. The District Court, Thrissur has invited applications for 14 contract posts in the Fast Track Special Courts of Thrissur district. The posts are Office Attendant (13) and Computer Assistant / L.D. Typist (1), with remuneration of ₹20,280 and ₹23,360.
Please note first: this is not an open recruitment. Only retired employees can apply, and the engagement is on a contract of 179 days (or shorter, as explained below). Applications go by hand or post to the District Judge, and they must reach the court by 5 PM on 29 October 2026. Read this full guide on GovtJobsAlert.in before you send your form. More openings are listed on our Kerala govt jobs page.
What Are the Key Highlights of District Court Thrissur Recruitment 2026?
The notification (No. HC-20/2026, dated 15 October 2026) comes from the Civil Judiciary department. The posts are temporary and will fill the anticipated vacancies of November and December 2026 in seven Fast Track Special Court locations of the district.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | District Court, Thrissur (Civil Judiciary), Kerala |
| Posts | Office Attendant; Computer Assistant / L.D. Typist |
| Total Vacancies | 14 |
| Who Can Apply | Retired employees only |
| Type of Job | Temporary, contract basis |
| Remuneration | ₹20,280 (Office Attendant); ₹23,360 (Computer Assistant / L.D. Typist) |
| Application Mode | Offline, in person or by post |
| Last Date | 29 October 2026, 5:00 PM |
How Many Vacancies Are There in District Court Thrissur Recruitment 2026?
The notification gives a court-wise list. There is no reservation or category split in it. The total of 14 is our sum of the table (1 + 13), because no total row is printed.
| Post | Court | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Computer Assistant / L.D. Typist | Kunnamkulam | 1 |
| Office Attendant | Thrissur (Fast Track Special Court-II) | 2 |
| Office Attendant | Chavakkad | 2 |
| Office Attendant | Chalakudy | 2 |
| Office Attendant | Irinjalakuda | 1 |
| Office Attendant | Kunnamkulam | 2 |
| Office Attendant | Kodungallur | 2 |
| Office Attendant | Wadakkanchery | 2 |
What Is the Eligibility for District Court Thrissur Recruitment 2026?
This is the most important part of the notice. A candidate who has not retired from government service cannot apply, however well qualified.
Who Is Eligible
| Condition | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Service background | Retired from courts, from departments similar to courts, or from other Government departments |
| Post held before retirement | The same post or an equivalent / higher post |
| Preference | Those retired from courts will be given preference |
| Educational qualification | Not listed in the notification |
Who should not apply: anyone who is still in service, anyone who has not retired from a court or government department, and anyone who has already completed 62 years. Such applications do not meet the stated conditions. Candidates who retired from a court come first in line, so if you worked in a court, say so clearly in your bio-data. The notification does not say how a court location is allotted.
The notification does not list any degree or school-level qualification. It only asks for the retirement background above. If you are a retired Office Assistant, Attender, Typist or clerk from a court or office, check the “same or equivalent / higher post” line carefully against your own service record. Browse more law and judicial govt jobs if you want similar court openings.
Age Limit
| Condition | Limit |
|---|---|
| Maximum age | Must not have completed 62 years |
| Minimum age | Not stated |
| Age relaxation | None mentioned |
The notification gives no cut-off date for counting age, so check the exact wording on the court notice board if you are close to 62.
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What Is the Salary for Thrissur Court Contract Posts 2026?
The notification lists a fixed remuneration for each post. It does not call it a pay scale and does not mention any allowance.
- Office Attendant: ₹20,280
- Computer Assistant / L.D. Typist: ₹23,360
The notification states only these two figures. It does not say whether they are monthly, and it names no DA, HRA or other benefit, so ask the court office if you need clarity before applying.
How Long Does the Contract Last?
The appointment lasts for 179 continuous days, or until the functioning of the courts ends, or until the person completes 62 years of age. Whichever of these comes first decides the end date. So a candidate who is already close to 62 may get a shorter engagement. Plan your decision with this in mind, because this is a temporary job and not a regular post.
What Is the Selection Process for District Court Thrissur 2026?
The notification does not announce a written test or a skill test. It describes the process in one line, and we explain it below.
| Stage | Detail |
|---|---|
| Scrutiny | Applications are examined closely |
| Eligibility check | Qualifications and retirement background are checked |
| Interview | Interviews are held, as named in the notification |
| Priority list | A list is prepared for each post, and appointment follows in priority order |
| Preference | Candidates retired from courts get preference |
Our advice is to keep your retirement and service papers ready, because the list for each post is made only after this scrutiny. The notification does not say where or when the interviews will be held, and it does not mention any further test beyond what is in the table, so watch for a call from the court.
How to Apply Offline for District Court Thrissur Recruitment 2026?
There is no online form and no application link. You must submit an application with full bio-data, in person or by post. Keep ready your age proof, qualification and service certificates, and a copy of your Aadhaar card.
| Step | Action |
|---|---|
| 1 | Download the notification from Essential Links below and read it fully |
| 2 | Prepare an application with your full bio-data: age, qualification and work experience |
| 3 | Write your mobile number on the application, as it is compulsory |
| 4 | Attach a copy of your Aadhaar card and attested copies of certificates that prove age, qualification and experience |
| 5 | Address it to The District Judge, District Court Complex, Ayyanthole, Thrissur – 680 003 |
| 6 | Hand it over or send it by post so that it reaches the court by 5:00 PM on 29 October 2026 |
Do not wait for the last day. The notice asks for the application to be received by the deadline, so posting it on the last day is risky. Deliver it in person or post it early. The notification mentions no application form format, so a plain application with the bio-data above is the safe way.
What Are the Important Dates for District Court Thrissur Recruitment 2026?
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 15 October 2026 |
| Vacancies Expected | November and December 2026 |
| Last Date to Reach the Court | 29 October 2026, by 5:00 PM |
| Contract Period | 179 continuous days, or as explained above |
Is There an Application Fee for District Court Thrissur Recruitment 2026?
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| All candidates | Not mentioned in the notification |
The notification does not talk about any fee or payment mode, so do not send any money with your application.
Essential Links — District Court Thrissur Recruitment 2026
- Download Official Notification PDF
- Visit District Court Thrissur Official Website
- Join WhatsApp Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Telegram Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Kerala Government Jobs Telegram Channel
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If you have retired from a court or a government office and are looking for work, this is a good chance to use your experience again. Check your service record, finish your bio-data today, and make sure the application reaches Thrissur by 29 October 2026. Keep visiting GovtJobsAlert.in and our other government jobs section for more updates.