Contractual / Regular

PDC Anantapur Computer Assistant Recruitment 2026

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Sep. 21, 2026
Computer Assistant
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Quick Recruitment Snapshot

Key recruitment parameters at a glance before you apply

Vacancies
01 Post
Pay Scale
₹ 17,500 per month (Consolidated)
Age Limit
18 to 42 Years (as on 01.09.2026)
Job Location

Crucial Recruitment Dates

Official schedule & key deadlines

Published

Sep 17, 2026

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Starts

Sep 17, 2026

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Deadline

Oct 27, 2026

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Exam Date

TBA

Application Window17 Sep – 27 Oct 2026
Exam / Test DateTo Be Announced

Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualifications

Who is eligible to apply for this recruitment? Check essential educational qualifications, branch/stream criteria, and age limits.

Educational Qualification

Candidates must be Graduates in any discipline from a recognized University with proficiency in computer operations. Applicants must possess basic knowledge of software applications and practical expertise in computer hardware, including installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of desktop PCs, laptops, printers, peripherals, LAN connectivity, Windows, Linux, and Ubuntu operating systems, Office tools, and networking. Any technical diplomas or certifications from recognized institutions will be considered an added qualification. Eligibility is strictly restricted to native residents of Ananthapuramu district.

Age Limit & Relaxations

Candidates must have completed 18 years and not exceeded 42 years of age as on 01.09.2026. The upper age limit is relaxable by 5 years for SC, ST, BC, and EWS candidates (up to 47 years), and by 10 years for Physically Challenged persons (up to 52 years).

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Selection Procedure & Screening Stages

Verified Official Source

Multi-stage interview and rubric-based evaluation procedure.

Scrutiny of Applications & Merit Shortlisting

OfflineQualifying Only

Technical / Skill Test in Computer Hardware & Software

OfflineMerit Scored

Document Verification & Physical Fitness Certificate

OfflineQualifying Only

Recruitment will be conducted through a Technical/Skill Test evaluating practical competence in computer hardware troubleshooting, operating systems (Windows, Linux, Ubuntu), networking, printer connectivity, and software tools. If more than 20 candidates apply, the court administration reserves the right to shortlist candidates based on marks obtained in the qualifying degree examination before calling them for the technical skill test. Final selection is subject to document verification and submission of a physical fitness certificate at the time of joining.

Selection Criteria & Marking Scheme

Verified Official Source

Official weightage breakdown, qualification scoring, and interview evaluation criteria.

Evaluation Parameter / ComponentMax Marks / WeightageAssessment Criteria & Guidelines
Hardware Installation & TroubleshootingTechnical Skill / 35%Practical capability in assembling, diagnosing, and repairing desktop PCs, laptops, power supplies, motherboards, RAM, storage drives, and display units.
Operating Systems & Court Software EnvironmentSystem Administration / 30%Hands-on proficiency in installing, configuring, and maintaining Windows, Linux, and Ubuntu OS; LibreOffice/MS Office suite, PDF tools, and court case management software (CIS) drivers.
Networking & Peripherals ManagementNetwork & Connectivity / 20%LAN setup, Ethernet crimping, IP configuration, Wi-Fi connectivity, switch/router troubleshooting, network printer installation, and scanner calibration.
Academic Merit & Technical QualificationsScreening / 15%Graduation percentage and recognized technical certifications/diplomas in computer hardware/networking.

Aspirant Ground Reality & Career Trajectory

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Practical service rules, posting locations, transfer policy, and promotion ladder curated from official gazettes.

Work Culture & Environment

Office/fieldwork balance, duties, organizational environment.

The Computer Assistant operates as the frontline technical support professional for the Principal District Court complex in Ananthapuramu and subordinate judicial courts. Core responsibilities involve ensuring uninterrupted daily functioning of courtroom hardware and digital judicial infrastructure under the e-Courts Mission Mode Project. Daily tasks include troubleshooting desktop PCs and laptops used by Judicial Officers and court staff, maintaining Ubuntu/Linux operating systems, configuring network switches and Wi-Fi access points, repairing LaserJet and Dot Matrix printers, managing Court Case Information System (CIS) connectivity, and facilitating seamless video conferencing for court hearings and remands. Work is conducted in a formal, deadline-driven judicial setting requiring confidentiality, integrity, and prompt troubleshooting.

Posting & Transfer Policy

Initial posting criteria, zone preferences, transfer liability.

The appointment is purely temporary and on a contractual basis for an initial tenure of 1 year, subject to periodic review, performance satisfaction of the Principal District Judge, and renewal orders/budget sanctions from the Law Department and the High Court of Andhra Pradesh.

Career & Promotion Ladder

Promotion timeline, seniority ladder, pay grade scaling.

Because the post is governed on a contract basis under Rule 9 of A.P. State and Subordinate Service Rules, 1996, it does not confer regular cadre seniority or direct promotion into permanent judicial staff positions (such as Junior Assistant or System Assistant). However, the intensive practical experience gained in managing district court IT infrastructure, Linux administration, and court case management software provides substantial technical credibility for future regular Andhra Pradesh Judicial Subordinate Service examinations and government IT recruitments.
Crucial Application Warnings & Eligibility Traps

Avoid common application rejection triggers, photo/signature guidelines, and certificate validity windows.

  • Nativity Restriction: Only native residents of Ananthapuramu district are eligible to apply; candidates residing in other districts of Andhra Pradesh or other states are ineligible and will be rejected.
  • Applications must be submitted strictly in the prescribed format appended to the official notification and must reach the Principal District Judge, Ananthapuramu by 5:00 PM on or before 27.10.2026; late arrivals due to postal or courier delay will not be entertained.
  • The candidate must enclose a valid Nativity Certificate along with attested copies of educational, technical, community, and disability certificates, plus a self-addressed stamped postal cover for sending call letters.
  • If more than 20 candidates apply, shortlisting may be conducted based on marks obtained in the qualifying degree examination prior to the technical/skill test.

Category-Wise Vacancy Breakdown & Pay Scale

Detailed post distribution across UR, OBC, EWS, SC, ST quotas and 7th CPC Pay Matrix / Monthly Stipend.

Pay Scale & Monthly Remuneration

Fixed consolidated monthly remuneration of ₹ 17,500/- under G.O.Rt.No.769, Law Department.

Consolidated monthly remuneration of ₹ 17,500/- per month as per G.O.Rt.No.769, Law (L & LA & J Home Courts-B) Department, dated 21.09.2017, subject to revisions by the Government from time to time.

How to Apply Online Step-by-Step?

Follow this verified step-by-step application procedure on the official recruitment portal.

Application Procedure

  1. Download and print the prescribed application proforma appended to the official notification.
  2. Fill in all required particulars neatly, affixing a recent passport-size photograph duly attested by a Gazetted Officer in the space provided.
  3. Attach self-attested photocopies of: SSC certificate for Date of Birth proof, Academic and Technical Qualification certificates, Nativity certificate (confirming native resident status of Ananthapuramu district), Community Certificate (for SC/ST/BC/EWS candidates), and Disability Certificate (for PH candidates, if applicable).
  4. Enclose a self-addressed stamped postal cover.
  5. Place the application and enclosures in an envelope clearly superscribing the name of the post: “APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF COMPUTER ASSISTANT”.
  6. Submit the application so as to reach by 5:00 PM on or before 27th October, 2026 addressed to: The Principal District Judge, Principal District Court, Ananthapuramu, Andhra Pradesh. (Applications received after 5:00 PM on 27.10.2026 will not be accepted).

Application Fee & Category Concessions

Nil (No application fee is prescribed for applying to this post. Candidates must enclose a self-addressed stamped postal cover with the application).

Official Notification & Portal Verification

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Frequently Asked Questions & Crucial Aspirant Queries

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Clear, verified answers to top eligibility, exam format, salary calculation, and application queries for this notification.

Only native residents of Ananthapuramu district holding a recognized Bachelor's Degree with practical hardware/software troubleshooting knowledge (PCs, laptops, printers, Linux/Ubuntu OS, LAN networking) and aged 18 to 42 years (relaxable up to 47 for SC/ST/BC/EWS and 52 for PH) are eligible.

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