Introduction
The High Court of Madras has announced a significant recruitment drive through Notification No. 73/2025, inviting online applications for various positions within the Madras High Court Service. A total of 152 vacancies are available for the posts of Sweeper, Gardener, Waterman, Sanitary Worker, and Watchman. Interested and eligible candidates can apply online through the official Madras High Court website until May 5, 2025. This recruitment offers a stable government job opportunity in Tamil Nadu.
Organization Details
- Hiring Organization: High Court of Madras
- Total Posts: 152
- Job Location: Principal seat at Madras, Madurai Bench of Madras High Court, Tamil Nadu State Judicial Academy (Chennai, Coimbatore, Madurai). Candidates are liable to be transferred.
- Post Names: Sweeper, Gardener, Waterman, Sanitary Worker, Watchman
Vacancy Breakdown
The 152 vacancies are distributed across various posts as follows:
| Sl. No. | Name of the Post | No. of Vacancies |
| 1 | Sweeper | 73 |
| 2 | Gardener | 24 |
| 3 | Waterman | 2 |
| 4 | Sanitary Worker | 49 |
| 5 | Watchman | 4 |
| Total | 152 |
Note: For a detailed category-wise distribution (General Turn, BC, BCM, MBC/DC, SC, SC(A), ST, Women, PSTM, DW, Priority, Differently Abled), please refer to the official notification annexure. The number of vacancies is approximate and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must meet the following eligibility requirements as of the notification date (unless specified otherwise):
- Educational Qualification (as on 06.04.2025):
- Must have passed VIII Standard or its equivalent.
- Candidates should not possess qualifications higher than the XII Standard (Higher Secondary) or its equivalent. An undertaking must be provided stating this. Suppression of higher qualifications will lead to disqualification and potential penal action.
- Age Limit (as on 01.07.2025):
- Minimum Age: 18 years (Should not have been born after 01.07.2007).
- Maximum Age:
- SC/SC(A)/ST/MBC&DC/BC/BCM & Destitute Widows of all castes: 37 years (Should not have been born before 02.07.1988).
- Others/Unreserved categories (including candidates from other States/UTs): 32 years (Should not have been born before 02.07.1993).
- In-Service candidates (Full-time members/probationers of Madras High Court Service or TN State Judicial Ministerial Service): 47 years (Should not have been born before 02.07.1978).
- Age Relaxation:
- Differently Abled Persons (Benchmark disability >= 40%): Up to 10 years relaxation over the prescribed maximum age limit.
- Ex-Servicemen: Maximum age 50 years (UR) / 55 years (Reserved Categories) as on 01.07.2025.
- Discharged/Serving Temporary Tamil Nadu Government Employees: Can deduct the actual period of service (up to the notification date) from their age, provided they haven’t completed 42 years as of 01.07.2025.
- Note: Candidates from states/UTs other than Tamil Nadu and Puducherry will be treated as ‘Unreserved Category’ regardless of their community status in their home state/UT.
Important Dates
Keep track of these crucial dates related to the recruitment process:
| Event | Date |
| Date of Notification | 06.04.2025 |
| Last Date for Online Registration/Application | 05.05.2025 |
| Last Date for Online Fee Payment | 06.05.2025 |
| Common Written Examination Date | To be Announced |
| Skill Test / Certificate Verification Dates | To be Announced |
Salary & Benefits
Selected candidates will be placed in Pay Level 1 of the revised pay scale:
- Pay Scale: Rs. 15,700 – Rs. 58,100 per month.
- Allowances: Plus Special Compensatory Allowance as applicable.
- Other benefits as per Tamil Nadu Government norms.
Selection Process
The selection procedure involves multiple stages:
- Common Written Examination (Max Marks: 65):
- Duration: 90 minutes.
- Type: Objective Type Questions (65 questions, 1 mark each, no negative marking).
- Structure:
- Part-A: Tamil Eligibility Test (25 Marks, Min Qualifying: 10 Marks) OR General English (for eligible PwD candidates). Marks are qualifying only, not counted for ranking.
- Part-B: Basic Knowledge (General knowledge, current affairs, basic arithmetic, housekeeping, hygiene, etc.) (40 Marks, Min Qualifying: 10 Marks). Marks considered for shortlisting.
- Syllabus: Up to 8th Standard level (TN State Govt Syllabus).
- Language: Part-B will be bilingual (English & Tamil).
- Exam Centres: Chennai and/or other places decided by the High Court.
- Skill Test (Max Marks: 40, Min Qualifying: 10 Marks):
- Shortlisting Ratio: 1:4 (if vacancies >= 5) or 1:5 (if vacancies <= 4), based on Part-B written exam marks and reservation rules.
- Tests specific skills based on the post (e.g., cleaning for Sweeper/Sanitary Worker, gardening skills for Gardener/Waterman, security duties for Watchman).
- Venue: Chennai.
- Certificate Verification:
- Shortlisting Ratio: 1:2 (if vacancies >= 5) or 1:3 (if vacancies <= 4), based on Skill Test marks and reservation rules.
- Weightage: 2 marks per year of work experience (max 20 marks) for NMRs who worked in residences or persons with similar experience (requires specific certificates).
- Venue: Chennai.
Final Selection: Based on combined marks in Part-B of the Written Exam, Skill Test, and Certificate Verification (including weightage), following merit and reservation rules.
How to Apply
Candidates must apply online through the official website:
- Go to the Madras High Court Recruitment portal: www.mhc.tn.gov.in/recruitment/login
- Read the ‘Notification’ and ‘Common Instructions to candidates’ carefully before applying.
- Register basic particulars.
- Log in and fill out the online application form for Notification No. 73/2025 accurately.
- Upload necessary documents/certificates as required.
- Pay the application fee online (if applicable). Fee payment is separate for Notification No. 72/2025 and No. 73/2025.
- Verify all details carefully before final submission, as applications cannot be edited later.
- Submit the application form and take a printout for future reference.
- Important: Use only a Desktop or Laptop to apply, not a smartphone or tab.
Application Fees
The category-wise application fee details are as follows:
| Category | Fee |
| BC, BCM, MBC&DC, Others/UR | Rs. 500/- |
| SC, SC(A), ST | Exempted |
| Persons with Benchmark Disability (>=40%), Destitute Widows (all castes) | Exempted |
Note: Fees once paid are non-refundable. Candidates claiming fee concession must possess valid certificates dated on or before the notification date (except for Destitute Widow certificate, which should be obtained after the notification date).
Official Notification & Apply Link
- Official Notification PDF: Download Here
- Online Application Link: Apply Online
- Official Website: mhc.tn.gov.in
Stay Updated:
Candidates are advised to visit the official Madras High Court website regularly for updates regarding the examination schedule and other recruitment-related information.