Madurai Court Recruitment 2026 notification has been released for the appointment of Law Officers in various District and Subordinate Courts in Madurai District. Eligible advocates can apply offline for 31 posts including Public Prosecutor, Government Pleader, Additional Public Prosecutor, Special Public Prosecutor, Additional Government Pleader and Pleader doing Government Work.
The recruitment is on a tenure basis for three years. Interested advocates should submit the prescribed application form with required documents before 29.06.2026, 5.45 PM.
Madurai Court Recruitment 2026 – Key Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruitment Name | Madurai Court Recruitment 2026 |
| Office | Collector’s Office, Madurai |
| Notification Number | Roc.No.C4/e-4593516/2026 |
| Notification Date | 05.06.2026 |
| Post Category | Law Officer Posts |
| Total Vacancies | 31 |
| Job Location | Madurai District, Tamil Nadu |
| Appointment Type | Tenure Basis |
| Tenure Period | 3 Years |
| Application Mode | Offline |
| Eligible Candidates | Advocates with required practice experience |
| Last Date | 29.06.2026 |
| Last Time | 5.45 PM |
Madurai Court Vacancy 2026
The notification includes 31 Law Officer posts in different District and Subordinate Courts in Madurai District.
| Sl. No. | Post Name | Court / Place | Posts |
| 1 | Public Prosecutor | District and Sessions Court, Madurai | 1 |
| 2 | Government Pleader | District and Sessions Court, Madurai | 1 |
| 3 | Additional Public Prosecutor | I Additional District Court, Madurai | 1 |
| 4 | Additional Public Prosecutor | IV Additional District Court, Madurai | 1 |
| 5 | Additional Public Prosecutor | V Additional District Court, Madurai | 1 |
| 6 | Additional Public Prosecutor | VI Additional District Court, Madurai | 1 |
| 7 | Special Public Prosecutor-I | Special District Court for SC/ST Act, III Additional District Court, Madurai | 1 |
| 8 | Special Public Prosecutor-II | Special District Court, Madurai | 1 |
| 9 | Special Public Prosecutor, Bail | EC & NDPS, Principal Sessions EC & NDPS Court, Madurai | 1 |
| 10 | Special Public Prosecutor, EC & NDPS | Additional Sessions EC & NDPS Court-I, Madurai | 1 |
| 11 | Special Public Prosecutor, EC & NDPS-I | Additional Sessions EC & NDPS Court-II, Madurai | 1 |
| 12 | Special Public Prosecutor | Special Court of Communal Clashes and NDPS Act Cases, Madurai | 1 |
| 13 | Special Public Prosecutor | Human Rights Court, Principal District Court, Madurai | 1 |
| 14 | Special Public Prosecutor-1 | Special Court for Mines and Minerals Act Cases, Madurai | 1 |
| 15 | Special Public Prosecutor-2 | Special Court for Mines and Minerals Act Cases, Madurai | 1 |
| 16 | Special Public Prosecutor-1 | Mahila Court, Madurai | 1 |
| 17 | Special Public Prosecutor-2 | Mahila Court, Madurai | 1 |
| 18 | Special Public Prosecutor, Civil | TANPID Court, Madurai | 1 |
| 19 | Special Public Prosecutor, Criminal | TANPID Court, Madurai for Karur, Virudhunagar, Kanniyakumari and Pudukkottai | 1 |
| 20 | Special Public Prosecutor, Criminal | TANPID Court, Madurai for Madurai, Theni, Dindigul and Trichy | 1 |
| 21 | Special Public Prosecutor, Criminal | TANPID Court, Madurai for Thoothukudi, Ramanathapuram and Tirunelveli | 1 |
| 22 | Special Public Prosecutor, Criminal | TANPID Court, Madurai for Sivagangai, Tenkasi and Thanjavur | 1 |
| 23 | Additional Government Pleader, LAOP Cases | District and Sessions Court, Madurai | 1 |
| 24 | Additional Public Prosecutor | Assistant Sessions Court, Madurai | 1 |
| 25 | Additional Government Pleader cum Additional Public Prosecutor | Sub Court, Melur | 1 |
| 26 | Pleader doing Government Work | District Munsif Court, Melur | 1 |
| 27 | Additional Government Pleader | Sub Court, Thirumangalam | 1 |
| 28 | Pleader doing Government Work | District Munsif Court, Thirumangalam | 1 |
| 29 | Pleader doing Government Work | District Munsif Court, Vadipatti | 1 |
| 30 | Additional Public Prosecutor | Sub Court, Usilampatti | 1 |
| 31 | Pleader doing Government Work | District Munsif Court cum Judicial Magistrate Court, Peraiyur | 1 |
| Total | 31 |
Eligibility Criteria for Madurai Court Recruitment 2026
Candidates must be advocates practicing in Tamil Nadu Courts. The required experience depends on the post.
For Public Prosecutor and Additional Public Prosecutor
Candidates should have not less than 7 years of practice as an advocate.
For Special Public Prosecutor
Candidates should have not less than 10 years of practice as an advocate.
For Government Pleader and Other Law Officer Posts
Candidates applying for Government Pleader, Additional Government Pleader and Pleader doing Government Work posts should check the official notification and apply only if they meet the required legal practice conditions.
Tenure Period
The selected candidates will be appointed on a tenure basis for three years. This means the appointment is not a regular permanent post. Candidates should understand the tenure condition before applying.
Important Dates
| Event | Date / Time |
| Notification Date | 05.06.2026 |
| Official Notice Start Date | 08.06.2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 29.06.2026 |
| Last Time for Application Receipt | 5.45 PM |
| Application Mode | Offline |
Application Deadline: Important Warning
Candidates must make sure that the application reaches the concerned office on or before 29.06.2026 before 5.45 PM.
Applications received after 5.45 PM on 29.06.2026 will not be entertained and may be rejected. Candidates should not wait until the last date, especially if sending the application by post.
How to Apply for Madurai Court Recruitment 2026?
Follow these steps carefully:
- Read the Madurai Court Recruitment 2026 notification fully.
- Check the post name, court name and required experience.
- Download or collect the prescribed application form.
- Fill Annexure I and Annexure II correctly.
- Attach two passport-size photographs.
- Attach Xerox copies of required certificates and supporting documents.
- Prepare six copies of the complete application.
- Submit the application to the concerned office.
- Make sure the application reaches before 5.45 PM on 29.06.2026.
- Keep one copy of the submitted application for future reference.
Documents Required
Candidates should keep the following documents ready before applying:
- Filled application form
- Annexure I and Annexure II
- Bar Council enrolment certificate
- Proof of advocate practice experience
- Educational qualification certificates
- Date of birth / age proof
- Address proof
- Community certificate, if applicable
- Previous Government Law Officer experience proof, if any
- Two passport-size photographs
- Other supporting documents mentioned in the notification
What Candidates Should Check Before Sending the Application
Before submitting the application, candidates should verify:
- Correct post name is mentioned
- Court name is correctly written
- Practice experience matches the requirement
- All pages are signed where required
- Two passport-size photos are attached
- Six copies are prepared
- All Xerox certificates are enclosed
- Application reaches before the deadline
This checklist can help candidates avoid rejection due to incomplete details.
Selection Process
The notification mentions that a panel of advocate names will be prepared for Law Officer appointments. The selection process may include:
- Application scrutiny
- Verification of advocate practice experience
- Certificate verification
- Preparation of eligible advocate panel
- Final appointment as per government rules
Only candidates who submit complete applications within the deadline will be considered.
Important Links
| Madurai Court Recruitment 2026 Notification | Click Here |
| Application Form | Click Here |
| Annexure I and II | Click Here |
| Official District Website | madurai.nic.in |
FAQs – Madurai Court Recruitment 2026
1. What is Madurai Court Recruitment 2026?
Madurai Court Recruitment 2026 is a notification for appointing Law Officers in various District and Subordinate Courts in Madurai District.
2. How many vacancies are available?
There are 31 Law Officer vacancies available.
3. What are the main posts in this recruitment?
The main posts include Public Prosecutor, Government Pleader, Additional Public Prosecutor, Special Public Prosecutor, Additional Government Pleader and Pleader doing Government Work.
