Principal District Court, Krishna at Machilipatnam invites offline applications for 12 contract-based positions including Head Clerk, Stenographer, Junior Assistant-cum-Typist, and Office Subordinate. Eligible retired judicial employees are prioritized; outside candidates may apply only if no suitable retired employees are available.
Overview
This is a contract recruitment by the District Court for temporary, ad hoc positions at Fast Track Courts in Krishna District. The notification (No. 02/2026 dated 26.10.2026) emphasizes preference for retired judicial employees, particularly for the Head Clerk role which is restricted to this category. Consolidated monthly remuneration will be paid as per applicable judicial department rules.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 26.10.2026 |
| Last Date for Application Receipt | 13.11.2026 up to 5:00 PM |
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Vacancies | Eligibility / Eligibility Criteria |
|---|---|---|
| Head Clerk | 4 | Retired judicial employees only |
| Stenographer | 5 | Retired judicial employees; outside candidates if no suitable retired employees are available |
| Junior Assistant-cum-Typist | 2 | Retired judicial employees; outside candidates if no suitable retired employees are available |
| Office Subordinate (Attender) | 1 | Retired judicial employees; outside candidates if no suitable retired employees are available |
| Total | 12 |
Eligibility
Age Limit
Retired Judicial Employees: Must not have reached 65 years of age.
Outside Candidates: Must have completed 18 years and must not have completed 44 years as on 01.07.2026.
Age Relaxation
| Category | Relaxation in Upper Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Scheduled Castes (SC), Scheduled Tribes (ST), Backward Classes (BC), Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) | 5 years, subject to applicable rules |
| Persons with Benchmark Disabilities, Ex-Servicemen | 10 years, as applicable under rules in force |
Qualifications
Qualifications vary by post and by applicant category (retired or outside). See the official notification for detailed educational and professional requirements for each position.
Selection Process
Head Clerk (Retired Judicial Employees): Objective-type test on duties, responsibilities and functions of a Head Clerk in judicial work, followed by interview.
Stenographer (Retired Judicial Employees): Skill test in stenography and computer proficiency test on e-Courts work and judicial department computer applications, followed by interview.
Stenographer (Outside Candidates): Skill test in stenography, typewriting and relevant computer operations, followed by interview.
Junior Assistant-cum-Typist (Retired Judicial Employees): Computer proficiency objective test on bench work, bench typing, e-Courts work and judicial department applications, followed by interview.
Junior Assistant-cum-Typist (Outside Candidates): Objective test of suitability and skill test in typewriting with relevant computer operations, followed by interview.
Office Subordinate (Attender) (All Candidates): Interview to assess suitability. Applicants must be proficient in car driving, cooking or ironing work.
How to Apply
- Download the application form from the official notification PDF (separate forms provided for retired employees and outside candidates)
- Fill in all required details legibly and accurately
- Attach all supporting documents (certificates, identification proof, experience records, etc.) as specified in the notification
- Address the envelope to: Principal District Judge, Krishna at Machilipatnam
- Submit the completed application by hand or by post to ensure receipt by 13.11.2026 at 5:00 PM
Salary
Consolidated monthly remuneration will be paid in accordance with the applicable rules and orders of the judicial department. Exact salary details are mentioned in the official notification.
Important Links
- Krishna District Court Notification No. 02/2026 PDF – Official notification with both application forms (retired employees and outsiders)
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Who are prioritized in this recruitment?
A: Retired judicial employees are given priority for all posts. Head Clerk is exclusively for retired judicial employees. Outside candidates may apply for other positions only if no suitable retired employees are available.
Q: What is the age limit for outside candidates?
A: Outside candidates must have completed 18 years and must not have completed 44 years as on 01.07.2026. Age relaxations of 5 years (SC/ST/BC/EWS) and 10 years (Persons with Benchmark Disabilities and Ex-Servicemen) apply.
Q: What is the nature of this appointment?
A: All positions are contract-based, purely temporary, contractual and ad hoc in nature.
Q: When is the last date to submit applications?
A: Applications must be received by 13.11.2026 at 5:00 PM. Late applications will not be accepted.
Q: What is the selection process for Stenographer?
A: Retired judicial employees face a skill test in stenography, computer proficiency test on e-Courts work, and interview. Outside candidates undergo skill tests in stenography, typewriting and computer operations, followed by interview.
Q: Where will selected candidates be posted?
A: Selected candidates will work at Fast Track Courts in Krishna District.
Disclaimer: Applicants must verify all details on the official notification before applying.