The Principal District and Sessions Court, Gadag has issued Notification No. 01/2026 dated 25 September 2026 for direct recruitment to 22 Peon (Jawan) posts in courts functioning in Gadag district, Karnataka.
Online applications opened on 28 September 2026 and can be submitted until 31 October 2026 at 11:59 PM. Candidates who have submitted the application can complete the notified online fee payment up to 3 November 2026.
This is an SSLC-level district judiciary recruitment. Applicants must have passed 10th Standard / SSLC or an accepted equivalent examination and must be able to read and write Kannada. There is no written examination notified for this recruitment. Candidates are shortlisted for interview in a 1:10 ratio on the basis of SSLC marks, and the interview carries 10 marks.
Important legal note: The notification states that this recruitment is subject to the final order of the Hon'ble High Court of Karnataka in Writ Petition No. 200448/2025. Candidates should continue checking the official Gadag District Court recruitment page for any update affecting the process.
Gadag District Court Peon Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting authority | Principal District and Sessions Court, Gadag |
| Notification | 01/2026 dated 25 September 2026 |
| Post | Peon (Jawan) |
| Recruitment type | Direct Recruitment |
| Total vacancies | 22 |
| Job location | Courts in Gadag district, Karnataka |
| Qualification | SSLC / 10th or equivalent + ability to read and write Kannada |
| Application mode | Online |
| Online application start | 28 September 2026 |
| Last date to apply | 31 October 2026, 11:59 PM |
| Last date for online fee payment | 3 November 2026 |
| Pay scale | ₹27,000–₹46,675 + admissible allowances |
| Selection | SSLC-based shortlist + 10-mark interview |
| Official status | Recruitment subject to final order in W.P. No. 200448/2025 |
Vacancy Distribution
The official notification gives the following vertical category-wise breakup. The total adds up to the notified 22 posts.
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| General Merit | 11 |
| Scheduled Caste | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribe | 1 |
| Category-I | 1 |
| Category-2A | 3 |
| Category-2B | 1 |
| Category-3A | 1 |
| Category-3B | 1 |
| Total | 22 |
The notification also applies horizontal reservation within the notified matrix for eligible categories such as women, rural candidates, Kannada-medium candidates, ex-servicemen, persons with disability and other applicable reservation groups. Candidates should claim only the reservation for which they hold the prescribed certificate in the required format.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification date | 25 September 2026 |
| Online application starts | 28 September 2026 |
| Last date to submit online application | 31 October 2026, 11:59 PM |
| Last date for online fee payment | 3 November 2026 |
| Interview / further schedule | To be announced on the official recruitment page |
Candidates are advised not to wait for the final day. The general instructions specifically state that the online application system accepts applications up to 11:59 PM on 31 October 2026.
Educational Qualification
Candidates must satisfy both the education and language requirements by the application closing date.
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Minimum education | Pass in SSLC / 10th Standard or equivalent |
| Kannada requirement | Must be able to read and write Kannada |
| Marks information | SSLC / Class 10 marks are used for interview shortlisting |
| Marks card upload | SSLC marks card must be uploaded with the online application |
The notification recognises specified Class 10 / secondary examinations as equivalent, including Karnataka SSLC and notified equivalent examinations such as CBSE/ICSE Class 10, Class 10 conducted by other State examination boards, NIOS Secondary-level examination and the notified Karnataka open-school/equivalent secondary course.
Candidates whose marks card is issued in grades or another non-percentage format should obtain the proper conversion to marks / percentage from the competent Board or authority. A candidate should not enter an invented percentage.
Age Limit
Age is considered with reference to the notified last date, 31 October 2026. The minimum age is 18 years.
The notification shows the normal category ceiling together with the special one-time five-year age relaxation notified by the Karnataka Government for the applicable recruitment period.
| Category | Normal maximum | Notified one-time relaxation | Effective maximum under this notice |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Merit | 35 years | +5 years | 40 years |
| Category-2A / 2B / 3A / 3B | 38 years | +5 years | 43 years |
| SC / ST / Category-I | 40 years | +5 years | 45 years |
The five-year concession is described in the notification as a one-time measure under the relevant Karnataka Government order for direct-recruitment notifications issued within the specified period. Candidates claiming any additional statutory relaxation should verify the exact provision applicable to their category from the official notice.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General Merit | ₹200 |
| Category-2A / 2B / 3A / 3B | ₹100 |
| SC | Nil |
| ST | Nil |
| Category-I | Nil |
| Persons with Disability | Nil |
The notified payment route is online through State Bank Collect, using available modes such as net banking, credit card, debit card or UPI. The final date for fee payment is 3 November 2026.
Do not use Demand Draft, Postal Order or Money Order for this recruitment. Candidates who are required to pay the fee should preserve the payment receipt until the recruitment process is complete.
Salary and Pay Scale
The post carries the Karnataka pay scale:
₹27,000–650–29,600–725–32,500–800–35,700–900–39,300–1,000–43,300–1,125–46,675, plus admissible allowances under the applicable rules.
For a single-post recruitment like this, the Job Manager salary fields can truthfully represent the notified common range as ₹27,000 to ₹46,675 per month. The actual gross monthly amount after appointment will depend on the applicable allowances, deductions and service rules.
Selection Process
The official notification does not prescribe a written examination for these 22 Peon posts.
| Stage | Method |
|---|---|
| Eligibility screening | Online application and certificates checked against notification rules |
| Interview shortlisting | 1:10 ratio per vacancy, based on average / percentage marks obtained in SSLC / equivalent |
| Interview | 10 marks |
| Final selection | Prepared according to the notified interview-based selection procedure and reservation rules |
| Document verification | Original certificates must be produced when called |
SSLC marks are therefore very important at the shortlisting stage. Candidates should enter the marks exactly as supported by the marks card and the competent Board's conversion rule where grades are used.
The recruitment authority will publish the further schedule and eligible-candidate information on the Gadag District Court recruitment page. Intimation may also be sent to the registered mobile number and e-mail ID. Applicants should not rely only on SMS or e-mail; they should keep checking the official website.
Probation and Service Conditions
The notification states that selected candidates will be subject to the applicable Karnataka service and subordinate-court recruitment rules. The notified probation period is two years.
Government employees who are selected must comply with the applicable departmental / No Objection Certificate requirements. Appointment remains subject to verification of eligibility, reservation documents, character and other certificates.
Documents to Keep Ready
Candidates should keep the following records ready in the formats prescribed by the recruiting authority:
| Document | Why it is required |
|---|---|
| Submitted online application printout | Application record |
| Online fee receipt, where applicable | Fee-payment proof |
| SSLC / Class 10 marks card and certificate | Qualification, marks and date of birth |
| Reservation / caste certificate | SC/ST/Cat-I/2A/2B/3A/3B claim, where applicable |
| Rural certificate | Rural reservation claim, if applicable |
| Kannada Medium certificate | Kannada-medium reservation claim, if applicable |
| Ex-serviceman / discharge certificate | Ex-serviceman claim, if applicable |
| PwD certificate | Disability reservation claim, if applicable |
| NOC | In-service / government employee, where applicable |
| Character / conduct certificates | As prescribed in the notification |
| Original photo identity proof | Identity verification |
| Recent photograph and signature | Online upload / verification |
The general instructions say the required reservation and supporting certificates should be obtained from the competent authority before the online application closing date. Certificates obtained after the prescribed cut-off may not be accepted for the claimed reservation.
Photograph and Signature Requirements
The official general instructions prescribe separate uploads:
- Recent passport-size photograph with white background: approximately 5 cm × 3.6 cm, maximum 50 KB, JPG format.
- Signature on white paper using black ball-point pen: approximately 2.5 cm × 7.5 cm, maximum 26 KB, JPG format.
Applicants should also upload the SSLC marks card as required by the portal.
How to Apply Online
- Open the Gadag District Court Online Recruitment Page.
- Read Notification No. 01/2026, the General Instructions, How to Apply guide and payment instructions.
- Open the Karnataka Judiciary Gadag Recruitment Portal.
- Select the notified Peon recruitment and accept the instructions only after reading them.
- Enter the candidate name exactly as shown on the SSLC / Class 10 marks card.
- Enter date of birth, category, reservation details, addresses and mandatory mobile number carefully.
- Enter education details and exact SSLC marks / percentage according to the Board's rules.
- Upload the required photograph, signature and SSLC marks card.
- Pay the fee, if applicable, through the notified State Bank Collect online facility.
- Review every field before final submission. The official instructions warn that changes may not be allowed after the application is finally submitted.
- Save and print the final submitted application and fee receipt for future verification.
Application Cautions
- Submit the online form no later than 31 October 2026 at 11:59 PM.
- If a fee is payable, complete it no later than 3 November 2026.
- Do not claim a reservation category without the prescribed valid certificate.
- Do not submit false, incomplete or inconsistent information; candidature can be cancelled at any stage.
- Keep the registered mobile number active and provide a correct e-mail ID where available.
- Attend interview / verification at your own expense when called.
- Preserve the application printout and payment receipt until the entire recruitment is complete.
- Avoid canvassing or attempting to obtain outside support; the official instructions state this can disqualify a candidate.
- Continue checking the official site because the recruitment is subject to the final order in W.P. No. 200448/2025.
Official Links
| Link | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Gadag District Court Official Website | Recruiting authority website |
| Gadag District Court Online Recruitment | Notification, instructions and recruitment updates |
| Official Peon Notification No. 01/2026 | Full recruitment notification |
| General Instructions for Peon Applicants | Application and certificate instructions |
| How to Apply Online | Official application guide |
| Karnataka Judiciary Gadag Application Portal | Online application entry point |
| Latest Jobs on Regal Naukri | More current government recruitments |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many Gadag District Court Peon vacancies are available in 2026?
The notification announces 22 Peon (Jawan) vacancies.
What is the last date to apply?
The online application must be submitted by 31 October 2026 at 11:59 PM. The notified last date for online fee payment is 3 November 2026.
What qualification is required?
Candidates must have passed SSLC / 10th Standard or an accepted equivalent examination and must be able to read and write Kannada.
Is there a written examination?
No written examination is specified in Notification No. 01/2026. Candidates are shortlisted for interview in a 1:10 ratio based on SSLC marks, and the interview carries 10 marks.
What is the salary?
The notified pay scale is ₹27,000–₹46,675, plus admissible allowances.
What is the application fee?
The fee is ₹200 for General Merit, ₹100 for Categories 2A/2B/3A/3B, and Nil for SC/ST/Category-I/PwD candidates.
What is the age limit?
The minimum age is 18 years. Under the one-time five-year relaxation shown in the notification, the effective maximum is 40 years for General Merit, 43 years for Categories 2A/2B/3A/3B, and 45 years for SC/ST/Category-I, subject to the notification's conditions.
Where can candidates apply?
Applications are submitted through the official Karnataka Judiciary Gadag recruitment portal, reached from the Gadag District Court Online Recruitment page.