The Madras High Court, the highest judicial authority in Tamil Nadu, has announced recruitment for Data Entry Operator posts in its e-Sewa Kendras, with 115 vacancies in total. The positions are contractual and involve assisting litigants and lawyers with eCourts services such as e-Filing, video conference hearings, certified copy applications and case status enquiries. Selected candidates will be posted at e-Sewa Kendras across Tamil Nadu districts, the Principal Seat of the High Court and Puducherry.
Madras High Court Recruitment 2026 - Data Entry Operator Posts
Posted 30 Sept 2026Updated 30 Sept 2026217/2026
Total Vacancies
115
Last Date
29 Sept
Closed
Apply Mode
Online
Contract
Status
Application Closed
Recruitment status
Exam held on 10 Oct 2026
- Notification23 Sept
- Applications Open
- Applications Closed29 Sept
- Exam Held10 Oct
About Madras High Court Data Entry Operator Recruitment 2026
Job Overview
- Organization
- Madras High Court
- Advertisement No.
- 217/2026
- Post Name
- Data Entry Operator, e-Sewa Kendra (Contract Staff)
- Job Location
- Tamil Nadu
- Job Type
- Contract
- Age Limit
- 18–35 years
- Gender
- All
- Nationality
- Indian
- Pay Scale
- Rs. 15,000 per month (consolidated)
Vacancy Breakdown
Data Entry Operator, e-Sewa Kendra (Contract Staff)
115
| Post Name | Total |
|---|---|
| Data Entry Operator, e-Sewa Kendra (Contract Staff) | 115 |
Eligibility Details
Data Entry Operator - Educational Qualification
Candidates must possess any one of the following: B.Sc (Computer Science) / B.Sc (IT) / BCA / B.E. (Computer Science) / B.Tech / MCA / M.Sc (Computer Science) / M.E (Computer Science) / M.Tech / M.Sc (IT).
| Post | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Data Entry Operator - Educational Qualification | Candidates must possess any one of the following: B.Sc (Computer Science) / B.Sc (IT) / BCA / B.E. (Computer Science) / B.Tech / MCA / M.Sc (Computer Science) / M.E (Computer Science) / M.Tech / M.Sc (IT). |
Age Limit
18 to 35 years as on 01.09.2026 (candidates should not have been born before 02.09.1991)
Application Fee
All Candidates
Nil
Selection Process
- 1Written-cum-Skill Test
Written examination of 25 objective questions for 25 marks and a skill test for 25 marks, total duration 60 minutes; minimum qualifying marks 10 in each component.
- 2Viva Voce
Maximum 50 marks with 20 marks minimum qualifying; candidates are shortlisted at a 1:3 ratio based on Written-cum-Skill Test marks.
- 3Document Verification
Final selection is decided only after scrutiny and verification of original documents and testimonials.
Shortlisting ratio: 1:3
Exam Pattern
60 Minutes
Written Examination
25 questions · 25 marks
Skill Test
25 marks
| Subject | Questions | Max Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Written Examination | 25 | 25 | — |
| Skill Test | — | 25 | — |
Salary Structure
Rs. 15,000 per month (consolidated)
How to Apply
- 1Open the official e-Sewa Kendra recruitment portal on a desktop or laptop, as the application module is not compatible with smartphones or tablets.
- 2Read the notification and terms and conditions on the portal and the respective District Court website before applying.
- 3Register on the portal and fill in the online application form carefully; mere registration does not amount to a completed application.
- 4Select only one District to apply for.
- 5Verify all filled-in details before final submission, since a finally submitted application cannot be edited.
- 6Submit the application before the closing date.
Important Details
- Candidates can apply for only one District; if a candidate applies for more than one District, the application is summarily rejected in all the Districts applied to.
- Applications are accepted only through the online portal and through no other mode such as post, courier, Speed Post, e-mail or hand delivery.
- The application module works only on a desktop or laptop and is not compatible with smartphones or tablets, and a finally submitted application cannot be edited.
- No individual communication about the date and time of the Written-cum-Skill Test, Viva Voce or certificate verification will be issued; candidates must check the recruitment portal and the respective District Court website.
- The engagement is purely contractual, carries no claim to permanency, and the Madras High Court may terminate it at any time without assigning any reason.
- Selected candidates get 12 days of casual leave a year with no sandwich leave, and no TA/DA is payable for attending the interview or for attending an additional e-Sewa Kendra beyond the allotted one.
District-wise Vacancies
Principal Seat of Madras High Court
Total Vacancy: 2
Ariyalur
Total Vacancy: 1
Chengalpattu
Total Vacancy: 3
Chennai
Total Vacancy: 11
Coimbatore
Total Vacancy: 4
Cuddalore
Total Vacancy: 2
Dharmapuri
Total Vacancy: 2
Dindigul
Total Vacancy: 4
Erode
Total Vacancy: 2
Kallakurichi
Total Vacancy: 4
Kancheepuram
Total Vacancy: 3
Kanniyakumari
Total Vacancy: 5
Karur
Total Vacancy: 1
Madurai
Total Vacancy: 5
Mayiladuthurai
Total Vacancy: 1
Nagapattinam
Total Vacancy: 2
Namakkal
Total Vacancy: 1
Nilgiris
Total Vacancy: 1
Perambalur
Total Vacancy: 2
Pudukkottai
Total Vacancy: 1
Ramanathapuram
Total Vacancy: 1
Salem
Total Vacancy: 4
Sivagangai
Total Vacancy: 1
Tenkasi
Total Vacancy: 2
Thanjavur
Total Vacancy: 3
Theni
Total Vacancy: 2
Thoothukudi
Total Vacancy: 6
Tiruchirappalli
Total Vacancy: 5
Tirunelveli
Total Vacancy: 5
Tirupathur
Total Vacancy: 1
Tiruppur
Total Vacancy: 2
Tiruvallur
Total Vacancy: 6
Tiruvannamalai
Total Vacancy: 4
Tiruvarur
Total Vacancy: 4
Vellore
Total Vacancy: 3
Villupuram
Total Vacancy: 2
Virudhunagar
Total Vacancy: 1
Puducherry
Total Vacancy: 6
| District | Total Vacancy |
|---|---|
| Principal Seat of Madras High Court | 2 |
| Ariyalur | 1 |
| Chengalpattu | 3 |
| Chennai | 11 |
| Coimbatore | 4 |
| Cuddalore | 2 |
| Dharmapuri | 2 |
| Dindigul | 4 |
| Erode | 2 |
| Kallakurichi | 4 |
| Kancheepuram | 3 |
| Kanniyakumari | 5 |
| Karur | 1 |
| Madurai | 5 |
| Mayiladuthurai | 1 |
| Nagapattinam | 2 |
| Namakkal | 1 |
| Nilgiris | 1 |
| Perambalur | 2 |
| Pudukkottai | 1 |
| Ramanathapuram | 1 |
| Salem | 4 |
| Sivagangai | 1 |
| Tenkasi | 2 |
| Thanjavur | 3 |
| Theni | 2 |
| Thoothukudi | 6 |
| Tiruchirappalli | 5 |
| Tirunelveli | 5 |
| Tirupathur | 1 |
| Tiruppur | 2 |
| Tiruvallur | 6 |
| Tiruvannamalai | 4 |
| Tiruvarur | 4 |
| Vellore | 3 |
| Villupuram | 2 |
| Virudhunagar | 1 |
| Puducherry | 6 |
Written Examination Syllabus
- Windows and Linux Basics: basic OS concepts, types of operating systems, file and folder management, user accounts and permissions, software installation and updates, basic Windows and Linux commands
- Networking: basic networking concepts, LAN/WAN/Wi-Fi, IP address, DNS and DHCP, switches, routers and firewalls, network cables and connectivity, basic network commands and troubleshooting, Internet and network security basics
- PDF and Document Handling and Processing: creating and managing documents, document types and extensions, Office and Excel basics, PDF creation, conversion, merging and splitting, digital signatures, file naming, organisation and security
- Video Conferencing: basic VC concepts, microphones, speakers, cameras and displays, audio and video configuration, WebEx and Microsoft Teams and other platforms, basic components and troubleshooting of hard and soft VC
- Hardware Troubleshooting: basic computer hardware components, CPU, RAM, HDD, SSD and motherboard, printers, scanners and peripheral devices, hardware installation, backup procedures, basic fault identification and troubleshooting, preventive maintenance
- Internet Basics: basic Internet concepts, web browsers and search engines, websites, URLs and DNS, email and attachments, Internet connectivity and Wi-Fi, cloud services, cyber security and safe Internet usage, phishing, malware and password security
Skill Test Contents
- Scanning and converting documents to OCR
- Conversion of PDF to OCR
- Handling LibreOffice
- Configuring Local Area Network (IP configurations)
- Hardware troubleshooting and driver installations
Preparation of Selection List
Final selection is based on the total marks secured in the Written-cum-Skill Test and Viva Voce combined. If two or more candidates score equal total marks, the candidate senior in age is placed above in the merit list. Final selection is decided only after scrutiny and verification of original documents and testimonials.
Nature of Work
- Handling inquiries about case status, next date of hearing and other case details
- Handling Video Conference (VC) appearance and assisting VC hearings
- Facilitating online applications for certified copies and other filings
- Facilitating e-Filing of petitions, from scanning hard-copy petitions and appending e-Signatures to uploading into CIS and generating filing numbers
- Data entry work related to e-Services
- Assisting in online purchase of e-Stamp papers and e-Payments
- Helping applicants apply for and obtain Aadhaar-based digital signatures
- Publicising and assisting in downloading the eCourts Mobile App (Android and iOS)
- Handling queries about Judges on leave and the location or cause-list of a particular Court
- Guiding people on how to avail free legal services from the District Legal Service Authority, High Court Legal Service Committee and Supreme Court Legal Service Committee
- Facilitating disposal of traffic challans in virtual courts, including online compounding of traffic challans and petty offences
- All other queries and assistance related to facilities digitally available under the eCourts Project, and any other work assigned by the Registrar (IT-cum-Statistics), Madras High Court
Frequently Asked Questions
Can a candidate apply for more than one District?
No. Candidates can apply for only one District, and an application to more than one District is summarily rejected in all the Districts applied to.
Is the Data Entry Operator post a permanent government job?
No. The post is purely on a contractual basis and selected candidates cannot claim any permanency in the future.
Can the application be submitted from a mobile phone?
No. The application module works only on a desktop or laptop and is not compatible with smartphones or tablets.
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