How to become a Court Clerk? Know All About It Here

The dynamics of the legal system in India is changing and opening up many administrative and clerical employment options. One such career option is that of a Court Clerk when it comes to government jobs for graduates. Nowadays, lawyers and courts are looking for clerical personnel to perform services, execute, and manage administrative tasks.

The job responsibilities and duties of a Court Clerk include the following-

• Preparing court orders
• Recording case dispositions and court orders
• Managing administrative tasks- filing documents, managing office supplies, and answering phone calls
• Informing parties about timings and court appearances
• Answering general public inquiries
• Examining legal documents
• Conducting legal research as and when required

To sum it up, Court Clerks are responsible for all kinds of jobs, be it recording information or ensuring the smooth flow of courtroom trials.

Steps to become a Court Clerk

The steps to become a court clerk in the court depends on the state you live in since the educational requirements and training may vary. Usually, aspiring candidates need to have a certification or diploma in this field; alternatively, you should be able to produce a two-year college degree in a relevant discipline. Here is a list of things you need to guarantee in order to become a Court Clerk-

• Get a Diploma

The minimum educational qualification required to become a Court Clerk is a high school diploma with decent CPGA

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• Get a Graduation/Associate degree

Most people looking to apply for the position of Court Clerk go for a three-year Bachelor’s degree or an Associate degree. A college education is vital for the position since several courts are now looking for young, undergraduate candidates.

• Build your skills

Computer literacy skills and writing skills are extremely important for a career in this field. It is advisable that aspiring candidates go for a computer-training course before applying for the job. In addition, you must possess excellent writing skills and be familiar with the legal system.

• Get certified

Certification will serve as an added advantage if you want to advance in this career field. In many states, relevant association or board offer certification programmes. Through these programmes, the board trains you for the tough path ahead.

Exam pattern for SSC CHSL 2020 Court Clerk

The above training courses, certifications, and degrees will help you in this field halfway through. The recruitment of candidates will take place through an entrance examination conducted by the SSC CHSL 2020.

The exam is conducted in three phases, namely Tier-I, Tier-II, and Tier-III. Here is a look at the exam pattern-

TIER	TYPE OF EXAMINATION	MODE OF EXAMINATION
Tier-I	Multiple Choice Questions (Objective)	Online (Computer based)
Tier-II	Descriptive paper in Hindi/English	Paper and pen
Tier-III	Computer Proficiency/Skill Test	Wherever applicable

 

In order to get selected in the examination and to land a job as a Court Clerk, candidates need to ace their competitive exam preparation. The first step to doing so is to go through the exam syllabus. If you do not know the exam syllabus by heart, you will not be able to prepare efficiently for the upcoming exams. Visit the official website of Staff Selection Commission, go to the syllabus section of the SSC CHSL exam 2020 and look at all the important topics that may come in the exam paper.

Become a Court Clerk: Eligibility Criteria

Lastly, keep in mind that candidates need to fulfil the following criteria in order to be eligible to sit for the SSC CHSL 2020 exam for Court Clerk position

• Must be an Indian citizen
• Must be between the age of 18 and 27 years
• Must have qualified Higher Secondary (10+2) or equivalent exam from a reputable Board

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Conclusion

Now that you know, what it takes to become a Court Clerk, gear up for the entrance examination and give it your best shot.