Calcutta High Court Recruitment 2024-25 Notification Out, Apply Now
Calcutta High Court Recruitment 2024: The High Court at Calcutta is recruiting for 08 Posts of Interpreting Officer (Court) on the Original Side. The position offers a salary in Pay Matrix 16 (Rs. 56,100 – 1,44,300) along with a special allowance and other benefits. The vacancies are available in different categories based on language proficiency, including Hindi, Bengali, Urdu, Nepali, and Olchiki/ Santhali.
Applicants will have to meet certain eligibility and age requirements along with a competitive examination for selection. The last date for submission of applications is 15th January 2025. Required educational qualifications and other details are given below for informational purposes to assist job-seekers.
Overview Details for Calcutta High Court Recruitment 2024
Here are the key details of the Interpreting Officer positions at Calcutta High Court Recruitment 2024:
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Post | Interpreting Officer (Court), Original Side, High Court, Calcutta |
| Number of Vacancies | 8 vacancies in total |
| Pay Scale | Rs. 56,100 – 1,44,300 (Pay Matrix 16) + Rs. 300 special allowance per month |
| Category of Vacancies | A, B, C, D (based on language proficiency) |
| Educational Qualification | Graduate in relevant languages (Hindi, Bengali, Urdu, Nepali, Olchiki/Santhali) |
| Age Limit | 18-40 years (Relaxation for SC/ST candidates from West Bengal) |
| Application Deadline | 15th January, 2025 |
| Selection Process | Competitive test (Translation in different languages) |
| Application Fee | Rs. 400 for SC/ST (WB), Rs. 800 for others (via bank challan) |
Vacancy Details for Calcutta High Court Recruitment 2024
The Calcutta High Court invites applications (Offline mode only) from the below-mentioned posts. Vacancy Details are given in the box below.
| Post Name | Vacancy |
|---|---|
| Interpreting Officer | 08 |
The vacancies for the Calcutta High Court Recruitment 2024 are divided into different categories based on language proficiency. Below are the categories and the number of vacancies for each:
Category A: Competence to translate Hindi and Bengali to English and vice versa
Vacancies: 04
- Unreserved (Persons with physical disabilities – blindness or low vision): 01
- O.B.C. Category-A (E.C.): 01
- Scheduled Caste: 01
- Unreserved (E.C.): 01
Category B: Capability to translate Hindi and Urdu to English and vice versa
Vacancies: 02
- Scheduled Caste (E.C.): 01
- O.B.C. Category-B: 01
Category C: Capability to translate Bengali and Nepali to English and vice versa
Vacancy: 01
- Unreserved (E.C.): 01
Category D: Capability to translate Bengali and Olchiki/Santhali to English and vice versa
Vacancy: 01
- Scheduled Caste: 01
Eligibility Criteria
Before applying for the Calcutta High Court Recruitment 2024, candidates must meet the following eligibility requirements:
Educational Qualifications:
- Category A: Graduate in any one of the three languages (Hindi, Bengali, or English) from a recognized university with fluency in the other two languages.
- Category B: Graduate in Hindi from a recognized university with adequate knowledge of Urdu and English.
- Category C: Graduate in Nepalese from a recognized university with fluency in Bengali and English.
- Category D: Graduate in Olchiki or Santhali from a recognized university with fluency in Bengali and English.
Age Limit:
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age: 40 years as of January 1, 2025
- Relaxation: 5 years for SC/ST candidates from West Bengal
Note: SC/ST/OBC(A)/OBC(B) candidates from other states will be considered as unreserved category candidates.
Selection Process for Calcutta High Court Recruitment 2024
The selection will be based on a competitive examination which will include translation passages in different languages. The examination will assess the ability to translate from the specified language to English and vice versa. The total marks for the examination will be 100. Candidates will be selected on the basis of 1:3 ratio, depending on the vacancies in each category. A minimum of 20% marks is required to be eligible for selection.
For more details regarding candidates’ selection norms and other details, please go through the official website or officially released advertisement (See Link/ PDF given below).
How to Apply for ECHS Recruitment 2024
The Calcutta High Court Recruitment 2024 will be conducted through offline mode only. Follow the steps below to apply:
Prepare the Application: Write or type your application on a plain paper (legal size: 8.5” x 14”) with the following details:
- Full name (in capital letters)
- Father’s/Husband’s name
- Date of birth
- Actual age as of January 1, 2025
- Present and permanent address with PIN code
- Educational qualifications
- Caste details (if applicable)
- Knowledge of computer operations
- Details of the application fee deposit
Attach Supporting Documents:
- Two recent passport-size photographs signed by the candidate
- One self-addressed envelope with a postal stamp
- Photocopies of documents supporting date of birth, educational qualifications, caste certificate (if applicable), and identity card issued by the Labour Department of West Bengal (if applicable)
- Original bank challan showing the payment of examination fees
Send the Application:
- Address the envelope to the Registrar, Original Side, High Court, Calcutta, and mention the category and post applied for on the top left corner of the envelope.
- Send your application to the following address:
Registrar, Original Side, 1st Floor, Main Building, High Court at Calcutta, Kolkata – 700 001 - Ensure the application reaches the office by 4:30 p.m. on or before 15th January 2025.
Application Fee:
- Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes candidates from West Bengal: Rs.400
- Other candidates: Rs. 800/-
- Exempted Category candidates: No fee required (sponsored by the appropriate authorities)
Fees should be paid through a bank challan at all branches of Punjab National Bank.
For detailed instructions on how to apply Offline, please go through the officially released advertisement (See the below-given link/ PDF file for more details).
Important Dates
Date of Publication of Notification: 24th December 2024
Last Date for Application Submission: 15th January 2025 (by 4:30 p.m.)
Important Links for ECHS Recruitment 2024
The above-given information is in brief. Before applying Offline for the Calcutta High Court Recruitment 2024 please go through the officially released Advertisement.
Calcutta High Court – Official Website Link
Calcutta High Court – Official Notification Link
Category – New Jobs
FAQs about Calcutta High Court Recruitment 2024
- What is the last date to submit the application for Calcutta High Court Recruitment 2024?
The last date to submit the application is 15th January 2025, by 4:30 p.m. - Can I apply online for Calcutta High Court Recruitment 2024?
No, applications for Calcutta High Court Recruitment 2024 are accepted offline only. You must submit the application in a sealed envelope to the High Court office. - How do I pay the application fee?
The application fee can be paid through a bank challan at any branch of Punjab National Bank in India. - What is the selection process for Calcutta High Court Recruitment 2024?
The selection will be based on a competitive test, where candidates will be tested on their ability to translate between the specified languages and English.
