Kerala High Court Translator Recruitment 2025: Apply Online for 20 Posts by 06-12-2025 – ₹31,020+ Salary Ernakulam
Kerala High Court has announced Kerala High Court Translator Recruitment 2025 for 20 permanent Translator posts (English-Malayalam) with starting basic pay ₹31,020 (Level 8 Kerala Judiciary Pay). This is one of the most prestigious graduate govt jobs Kerala directly under the High Court at Ernakulam (Kochi). Online applications open from 17-11-2025 and close on 06-12-2025 – only 11 days left!
A rare direct High Court recruitment without PSC rank waiting – perfect for any degree holders with excellent bilingual skills.
Kerala High Court Translator Recruitment 2025 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | High Court of Kerala |
| Post Name | Translator (English ↔ Malayalam) |
| Total Posts | 20 |
| Salary | ₹31,020 – ₹74,820 (Level 8) + allowances |
| Qualification | Any Bachelor’s Degree from Kerala-recognized University |
| Age Limit | Born between 02-01-1989 & 01-01-2007 (18–36 years as on 01-01-2025) |
| Application Mode | Online only |
| Application Fee | ₹500 (all categories) |
| Start Date | 17-11-2025 |
| Last Date Online | 06-12-2025 |
| Offline Fee Last Date | 24-12-2025 |
| Posting | High Court of Kerala, Ernakulam |
| Official Website | hckrecruitment.keralacourts.in |
Eligibility Criteria
- Any Bachelor’s Degree (regular/full-time) from Universities in Kerala
- Excellent command over English & Malayalam (reading, writing, typing)
- No specific translation diploma required – pure merit on test performance
Freshers can apply – no experience needed!
Age Limit (as on 01-01-2025)
- General: 18–36 years
- OBC: +3 years
- SC/ST: +5 years
- PwD: +10–15 years
Higher age limit than most Kerala PSC jobs.
Application Fee
- ₹500 for all candidates
- Payment: Online or SBI Offline Challan (till 24-12-2025)
- No exemption
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Starts | 17-11-2025 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 06-12-2025 |
| Offline Fee Payment Starts | 18-12-2025 |
| Offline Fee Payment Ends | 24-12-2025 |
Selection Process
- Translation Test (2 hours, 50 marks)
- English → Malayalam passage
- Malayalam → English passage
- Legal terms translation
- Interview (10 marks)
- Final Merit = Translation Test + Interview
Minimum 20/50 in Translation Test to qualify for interview.
Syllabus for Translation Test
- Legal & general passages
- Court judgments, affidavits, orders
- Common legal terms (plaint, decree, injunction, etc.)
- Grammar, idioms, proverbs
Malayalam typing skill will be an advantage.
Salary & Benefits
- Basic Pay: ₹31,020
- Gross Salary: ₹50,000 – ₹60,000 (with DA, HRA, allowances)
- Benefits:
- Judicial allowance
- Medical, NPS pension
- 30+ leave days
- Court holidays
- Promotion to Senior Translator, Court Officer
Higher status than Kerala PSC Translator/Confidential Assistant posts.
How to Apply Online – Step by Step
- Visit hckrecruitment.keralacourts.in
- Complete One Time Registration (OTR)
- Login → Dashboard → Apply Now
- Select Translator (Rec No. 19/2025)
- Fill details, upload photo & signature
- Pay ₹500 fee
- Submit before 06-12-2025
- No printout needed to send
Why Kerala High Court Translator is a Dream Job?
- Direct High Court appointment – no PSC waiting list
- Permanent job in Kochi (no transfer)
- Work with judges & lawyers – high prestige
- Court holidays + uniform allowance
- Bilingual skill development
- Fast promotion to Section Officer level
Best graduate govt job in Ernakulam without competitive exam pressure.
Preparation Tips for Translation Test
- Practice legal document translation daily
- Read Kerala High Court judgments in both languages
- Learn legal vocabulary: plaint, decree, writ, affidavit, etc.
- Use Manglish keyboard for fast Malayalam typing
- Books:
- Kerala Law Journal (KLJ)
- Malayalam-English Legal Dictionary
- Previous PSC Translator papers
Comparison: High Court vs PSC Translator
| Feature | High Court Translator | PSC Translator Gr.II |
|---|---|---|
| Salary | ₹31,020–74,820 | ₹27,800–63,800 |
| Posting | Kochi only | Anywhere |
| Selection | Translation Test + Interview | Written + Rank |
| Waiting Time | Immediate | 2–5 years |
| Prestige | Very High | High |
| Age Limit | 36 yrs | 36 yrs |
Upcoming Court & Language Jobs in Kerala 2025–26
- Kerala High Court Assistant – Jan 2026
- District Court Malayalam Translator – Feb 2026
- Kerala PSC Confidential Assistant Malayalam – Dec 2025
Official Notification: Click Here
Apply Online: Click Here
Interview Preparation:
Kerala High Court Translator Practice Batch Video Course By Adda247
30 Court Interpreter Interview Questions and Answers
FAQs
Q1: Is Malayalam typing compulsory? A: Not compulsory but highly advantageous.
Q2: Can other state degree holders apply? A: Only degrees recognized by Kerala Universities.
Q3: Exam centre?
A: Ernakulam only.
Q4: Permanent or contract? A: Permanent (2 years probation).
Q5: Reservation applicable? A: Yes – as per Kerala govt rules.
