Madras High Court DEO Recruitment 2026 has been officially announced for 115 Data Entry Operator posts on a contractual basis for e-Sewa Kendras. The High Court of Madras issued Notification No. 217/2026 dated 23 September 2026. Eligible candidates can apply only through the official Madras High Court e-Sewa Kendra recruitment portal. The last date for online application is 29 September 2026. The official notification does not specify an exact closing time, so candidates should submit well before the final date.
Madras High Court DEO Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | High Court of Madras |
| Notification | No. 217/2026 |
| Notification Date | 23 September 2026 |
| Post | Data Entry Operator, e-Sewa Kendra |
| Total Vacancies | 115 |
| Employment Type | Contractual |
| Monthly Pay | ₹15,000 consolidated |
| Application Mode | Online only |
| Last Date | 29 September 2026 |
| Application Fee | Nil |
| Job Location | Tamil Nadu and Puducherry, district-wise |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Official notification | 23 September 2026 |
| Online application available | 23 September 2026 |
| Last date to apply online | 29 September 2026 |
| Written-cum-Skill Test | 10 or 11 October 2026 (tentative) |
| Viva Voce | 24 or 25 October 2026 (tentative) |
Closing time: The official notification gives 29 September 2026 as the last date but does not state an exact closing time.
Vacancy Details
There are 115 contractual Data Entry Operator vacancies. Candidates can apply for only one district. The notification warns that applying for more than one district will lead to rejection of the applications in all districts applied for.
| District | Vacancies | District | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|
| Principal Seat, 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 |
| Total | 115 | ||
The notification provides district-wise vacancies but does not state a separate category-wise reservation breakup in this contractual recruitment notice. Candidates should rely on the official notification and portal for any subsequent clarification.
Educational Qualification
Candidates must possess one of the qualifications specified by the High Court: 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 or M.Sc (IT). The notification does not prescribe separate prior work-experience requirements for the post.
Age Limit
Age is calculated as on 1 September 2026. Applicants must have completed 18 years and must not have completed 35 years of age. The notification states that candidates should not have been born before 2 September 1991. No separate category-wise age-relaxation table is stated in Notification No. 217/2026, so no additional relaxation should be assumed unless the High Court issues a clarification.
Salary and Nature of Appointment
Selected Data Entry Operators will receive a consolidated payment of ₹15,000 per month. This is a purely contractual engagement. The notification clearly states that selected candidates cannot claim permanent appointment in the future. Madras High Court may terminate the contractual employment as provided in the terms and conditions. Selected candidates are eligible for 12 days of casual leave per year, subject to the conditions in the official notice.
Application Fee
The examination fee is Nil. Candidates should not pay any unofficial person, agent or website for securing an appointment. The High Court states that recruitment is purely on merit.
Selection Process
The selection process consists of a Written-cum-Skill Test followed by Viva Voce and verification of original documents/testimonials. The Written Examination carries 25 marks with a minimum qualifying mark of 10. It contains 25 objective multiple-choice questions covering Windows and Linux basics, networking, PDF/document handling, video conferencing, hardware troubleshooting and internet basics.
The Skill Test carries 25 marks with a minimum qualifying mark of 10. It tests practical computer abilities such as scanning and OCR conversion, PDF-to-OCR conversion, LibreOffice handling, local-area-network/IP configuration, hardware troubleshooting and driver installation. Candidates are shortlisted for Viva Voce in a 1:3 ratio based on Written-cum-Skill Test merit among qualified candidates. Viva Voce carries 50 marks with 20 as the minimum qualifying mark. Final selection is based on the combined marks. Where candidates obtain equal marks, the older candidate is placed higher in merit.
Examination Centre and Posting
The Written-cum-Skill Test and Viva Voce will be conducted at the Principal District Court campus of the district concerned or another place notified by that District Court. Requests to change the venue will not be accepted. Selected candidates will be posted in e-Sewa Kendras in the district for which they applied.
How to Apply for Madras High Court DEO Recruitment 2026
- Open the official Madras High Court e-Sewa Kendra recruitment portal.
- Read Notification No. 217/2026 and the terms and conditions carefully.
- Use a desktop or laptop. The official notice says the application module is not compatible with smartphones or tablets.
- Choose fresh registration and provide the required details.
- Log in and complete the online application. Mere registration is not treated as a completed application.
- Select only one district.
- Check every entry before final submission because a finally submitted application cannot be edited.
- Submit the application by 29 September 2026 and retain a copy for reference.
Documents and Details to Keep Ready
Candidates should keep their educational qualification records, date-of-birth details, valid contact information and other certificates/testimonials relevant to claims made in the application ready. The High Court will verify original documents/testimonials before final selection. Applicants should follow the upload and document instructions displayed in the official portal rather than assuming any document requirement that is not stated.
Important Official Links
| Link | Action |
|---|---|
| Online application / recruitment portal | Apply Now |
| Official Notification No. 217/2026 PDF | Download Notification PDF |
| Madras High Court | Official Website |
Applicants can also check the latest Government Jobs, Graduate Jobs and Tamil Nadu Government Job updates on IndJobNotification.in.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many vacancies are available?
Madras High Court has notified 115 Data Entry Operator vacancies for e-Sewa Kendras on a contractual basis.
What is the last date to apply?
The last date is 29 September 2026. The official notification does not specify an exact closing time.
What is the salary?
The consolidated remuneration is ₹15,000 per month.
Is there an application fee?
No. The official notification states that the examination fee is Nil.
Can I apply for more than one district?
No. Candidates may apply for only one district. Multiple district applications will be rejected.
What is the selection process?
Selection is through a Written-cum-Skill Test, Viva Voce and document verification, with final merit based on the marks prescribed in the official notification.
Official-source note: Details in this article have been checked against the High Court of Madras recruitment portal and Notification No. 217/2026 dated 23 September 2026. Candidates should recheck the official portal before submitting the application because the recruiting authority may issue later instructions or changes.