Calcutta High Court LDA Recruitment 2024 – Apply Online for 291 Vacancies
Calcutta High Court has released the official notification for the recruitment of Lower Division Assistant (LDA) for 2024. The application process has started from 5th August 2024, and candidates can apply by visiting the official website. Information related to this recruitment, such as age limit, application fee, qualification, and selection process, is given in the following details.
Highlights
Qualifications
Qualifications
- 12th
Designation
Designation
- Lower Division Assistants (LDA)
Information for High Court Recruitment
Calcutta High Court has released the official notification for the recruitment of Lower Division Assistant (LDA) for 2024. A total of 291 vacancies have been announced under this recruitment. The online application process has started from 5 August 2024, and candidates can apply till 21 August 2024. Interested candidates can apply by visiting the official website. These appointments will be purely temporary initially, but are likely to become permanent in the future. Candidates are advised to check all the information thoroughly before applying.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date | 5th August 2024 |
| Last Date to Apply | 26th August 2024 |
| Exam Date | To be announced |
| Admit Card Release | To be notified |
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Examination Fees for High Court Recruitment
Candidates applying for Lower Division Assistant (LDA) Recruitment for Calcutta High Court are required to pay the application fee. The application fee for all other categories of candidates is Rs 800/-, while for SC/ST candidates of West Bengal, it is Rs 400/-. Candidates have to pay the examination fee only through debit card, credit card, net banking, UPI, or other accepted payment modes.
- SC/ST of West Bengal: Rs. 400/-
- All other categories: Rs. 800/-
- Exempted categories and Ex-servicemen sponsored by appropriate authorities need not pay fees.
Age Limit As on 01 January 2024
Candidates applying for Calcutta High Court Lower Division Assistant (LDA) Recruitment should have a minimum age of 18 years and a maximum age of 40 years. The age of the candidates will be calculated as on 1st January 2024, and age relaxation will be given to some candidates as per the rules of the state government.
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age: 40 years
Age relaxation is applicable as per government rules.
- Age should be between 18 and 40 years as on January 1, 2024.
- Upper age limit is relaxable by 5 years for SC and ST candidates of West Bengal.
- Persons with disabilities (PWD) can avail relaxation up to 45 years.
- Ex-servicemen will get upper age relaxation as per existing Government Rules.
Vacancies Details for High Court Recruitment
A total of 291 vacancies have been announced for the posts under Calcutta High Court Lower Division Assistant (LDA) Recruitment, which are explained through the table given below.
| Categories | Original Side Existing | Original Side Expected | Original Side Total | Appellate Side Existing | Appellate Side Expected | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unreserved | 10 | 04 | 14 | 51 | 19 | 70 |
| Unreserved (Exempted Category) | - | 01 | 01 | 13 | 10 | 23 |
| Unreserved (Ex-serviceman) | 03 | - | 03 | 11 | 01 | 12 |
| Unreserved (Meritorious Sportspersons) | 02 | - | 02 | 06 | 01 | 07 |
| Unreserved (PWD) (Hearing Impairment) | 01 | - | 01 | 02 | 01 | 03 |
| Unreserved (PWD) (Loco Motor Disability or Cerebral Palsy) | 01 | - | 01 | 03 | - | 03 |
| Unreserved (PWD) (Blindness or Low Vision) | 01 | - | 01 | 02 | 01 | 03 |
| Scheduled Caste | 08 | - | 08 | 24 | 08 | 32 |
| Scheduled Caste (Exempted Category) | 03 | 01 | 04 | 12 | 05 | 17 |
| Scheduled Caste (Ex-serviceman) | 01 | - | 01 | 04 | 01 | 05 |
| Scheduled Tribe | 01 | - | 01 | 16 | 03 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribe (Exempted Category) | 02 | - | 02 | 12 | 01 | 13 |
| O.B.C (A) | 02 | 01 | 03 | 11 | 05 | 16 |
| O.B.C (A) (Exempted Category) | 01 | - | 01 | 05 | 02 | 07 |
| O.B.C (B) | 01 | - | 01 | 08 | 03 | 11 |
| O.B.C (B) (Exempted Category) | 02 | - | 02 | 03 | 01 | 04 |
| TOTAL | 39 | 07 | 46 | 183 | 62 | 291 |
Pay Scale for High Court Recruitment
The pay scale for the Lower Division Assistant (LDA) positions is Level – 6 (Rs. 22,700/- – Rs. 58,500/-) with a minimum pay of Rs. 24,100/- along with other allowances as admissible under the relevant rules.
Educational Qualification
Candidates must have passed the Higher Secondary Examination (12th standard) from the West Bengal Council of Higher Secondary Education or an equivalent examination from any recognized Board in India. Additionally, candidates should possess knowledge of the state’s vernacular language.
For detailed information regarding educational qualifications, candidates are advised to read the official notification carefully before applying for these posts.
Reservation Details for High Court Recruitment
For Meritorious Sportspersons:
Meritorious sportspersons in specified disciplines (e.g., Athletics, Badminton, Cricket, Football, etc.) must produce requisite certificates issued by the competent authorities.
For Persons with Disabilities (PWD):
- Reservation benefits for candidates with disabilities of 40% and above.
- Age relaxation benefits for candidates with disabilities of 40% and above.
- Disability Certificate must be issued by a competent authority as per the West Bengal Person with Disabilities Act, 1995.
For Other Candidates Claiming Reservations:
- SC/ST/OBC candidates of other States will be treated as Unreserved candidates.
- Candidates must possess the necessary certificates as per Government norms.
Mode of Selection for High Court Recruitment
The selection process for the Calcutta High Court LDA Recruitment 2024 includes three phases:
- Preliminary Screening Test (Phase-I)
- Competitive Written Test (Phase-II)
- Viva Voce Test (Phase-III)
Preliminary Screening Test (Phase-I):
- 90-minute OMR-based test with 100 questions (Arithmetic, General Knowledge and Computer Proficiency, General Intelligence, English).
- Negative marking of one mark for each wrong answer.
- Candidates need to score 50% to qualify for Phase-II.
Competitive Written Test (Phase-II):
- Three-hour test covering Arithmetic, English essay and precis writing, General Knowledge (100 marks each).
- Candidates must score 40% in each subject and 50% in aggregate to qualify for the viva-voce.
Viva-Voce Test (Phase-III):
- 100 marks viva-voce for qualifying candidates from Phase-II.
- Final merit list will be prepared based on marks from Phase-II and viva-voce.
Examination Centres for High Court Recruitment
- Zone 1 (South Bengal): Kolkata, Howrah Sadar, Chinsurah, Bardhaman Sadar, Midnapore Sadar.
- Zone 2 (North Bengal): Siliguri, Jalpaiguri Town, Kolkata.
Admit Card for High Court Recruitment
No admit card will be sent by post. Candidates must download and print their e-Admit Card from the official website.
General Instructions for High Court Recruitment
- Only online applications are accepted.
- Candidates must regularly check the official website for updates.
- No requests for changes in the application form will be entertained.
- Candidates in government service must produce a No Objection Certificate (NOC).
- Mobile phones and electronic gadgets are prohibited in the examination center.
How to apply
First of all, candidates should visit the official website.
Then, register yourself, in which fill the name, category, date of birth, gender, mobile number, and email ID.
After this, enter all the required information asked in the form, select the examination area, and provide the address information.
Then, candidates should upload their required documents.
After that, candidates should go to the payment gateway to pay the examination fee.
After making the payment, submit the form and take a print out of it and keep it safe with you.
FAQ's
- What are the documents required to apply?
Candidates will need identity card, education certificate, birth certificate, and caste certificate (if applicable).
- Does a candidate need any special preparation for the exam?
Yes, candidates should prepare in Mathematics, General Knowledge, Computer Proficiency, and English, as these subjects are included in the Preliminary Screening Test.
- Will the job be permanent?
Initially these appointments will be temporary, but there is a possibility of becoming permanent in the future.
- How many questions will be there in the exam and is there negative marking?
The Preliminary Screening Test will have 100 questions and there will be negative marking of one mark for each wrong answer.
- If a candidate has any query, whom can he/she contact?
Candidates can contact for recruitment related queries using the contact details provided on the official website.
- Are there any special rules at the exam centre?
Yes, mobile phones and electronic gadgets will not be allowed in the exam centre. Candidates must reach the exam centre on time.
- Are there special provisions for disabled candidates?
Yes, disabled candidates will get the benefit of age relaxation and reservation, as well as they may be given special facilities during the exam.