Group D Recruitment (Peons, Watchman, Sweepers & More) – High Court of Karnataka 2026
Quick Info
- Vacancies
- Vacancies: 106
- Employment Type
- Employment Type: Full Time
- Pay Scale
- Pay Scale: ₹19,900 - ₹69,100 per month
- Qualification
- Qualification: 10th Standard Pass (SSLC) or equivalent; specific roles require relevant work experience (2-3 years).
- Experience Required
- Experience Required: This recruitment is suitable for both freshers and experienced candidates, with some posts asking for relevant work experience of up to 3 years. Check the role-wise criteria in the official notification before applying.
- Age Limit
- Age Limit: Between 18 to 45 years
- Application Mode
- Application Mode: Online
- Deadline
- Deadline:
Vacancies under this Notification
This list may not include all posts.
The High Court of Karnataka has announced a revised recruitment drive for 106 Group-D positions including Peons, Watchmen, Sweepers, and specialized roles like Lift Attenders and Tailors. This recruitment covers both the Residual Parent Cadre and the Kalyana Karnataka Region, offering a stable career path within the state's judicial establishment. Eligible candidates with a 10th-standard qualification can apply for these government positions which provide competitive pay scales and long-term growth opportunities. The selection process emphasizes merit based on qualifying examinations followed by interviews, ensuring a fair and transparent hiring cycle for all applicants.
- Recruitment covers 98 posts under Residual Parent Cadre and 8 posts under Kalyana Karnataka Region.
- Positions include Peons, Watchman, Sweepers, Lift Attender, Assistant Binder, Tailor, and Dhobi.
- Candidates who applied against the April 2026 notification do not need to apply or pay fees again.
- Selection is primarily based on 10th-standard marks followed by an interview at a 1:10 or 1:5 ratio.
- Selected candidates will be on probation for two years and may be posted at Bengaluru, Dharwad, or Kalaburagi benches.
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Additional Salary Information
Pay Scale: Level-2 (₹19,900 - ₹63,200) for Peon, Watchman, Sweeper, Assistant Binder, and Dhobi. Level-3 (₹21,700 - ₹69,100) for Lift Attender and Tailor.
Important Dates
Selection Process
Shortlisting based on percentage of marks in the qualifying examination (SSLC).
Interview (Candidates called in 1:10 ratio for most posts, 1:5 for Assistant Binder).
Document Verification
Application Fees
General Merit: ₹200 Cat-II(A)/II(B)/III(A)/III(B): ₹200 SC/ST/Category-I/PH: ₹100
Reservation
Scheduled Caste (Category A, B, C) Scheduled Tribe Other Backward Classes (Category I, IIA, IIB, IIIA, IIIB) Persons with Benchmark Disability Ex-Servicemen Kannada Medium Candidates Rural Candidates Transgender Candidates
How to Apply
- Visit the official High Court of Karnataka website at https://judiciary.karnataka.gov.in.
- Navigate to the recruitment section and select the relevant Group-D notification link.
- Fill in the online application form with accurate personal and educational details.
- Upload scanned copies of your passport-size photograph (max 50kb) and signature (max 25kb) in JPG format.
- Upload necessary documents including SSLC marks card, caste certificate, and experience certificates in PDF format.
- Pay the application fee through the SBI online payment gateway.
- Preview the application to ensure all details are correct before final submission.
- Print and retain a copy of the submitted application and application number for future reference.
Frequently Asked Questions
No, candidates who submitted online applications in response to the notification dated 22.04.2026 do not need to apply afresh or pay the application fee again.
The basic requirement for all posts is a 10th Standard Pass (SSLC) or equivalent examination from a recognized board.
Yes, the Assistant Binder role requires 2 years of experience, the Tailor role requires 3 years of experience, and the Lift Attender requires experience in lift mechanisms.
