High Court of Karnataka Group D Recruitment 2026 Notification Out – Apply Online for 106 Peon, Watchman, Sweeper & Other Posts

The High Court of Karnataka has released the official Group D Recruitment 2026 Notification for 106 vacancies under the Residual Parent Cadre (RPC) and Kalyana Karnataka Region (KKR). Eligible candidates who have passed SSLC (10th Class) can apply online for posts including Peon, Watchman, Sweeper, Peon (House Keeping), Lift Attender, Assistant Binder, Tailor, and Dhobi. The online application process is open until 31 July 2026 through the official Karnataka Judiciary website.
High Court of Karnataka Group D Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | High Court of Karnataka |
| Notification No. | HCRB 8/2025 (RPC) & HCRB 9/2025 (KKR) |
| Post Name | Peon, Watchman, Sweeper, Lift Attender, Assistant Binder, Tailor, Dhobi & Others |
| Total Vacancies | 106 Posts |
| Job Location | Bengaluru, Dharwad & Kalaburagi |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Last Date to Apply | 31 July 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Category | Karnataka Government Jobs |
| Official Website | https://judiciary.karnataka.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Released | 02 July 2026 |
| Online Application Starts | Ongoing |
| Last Date to Apply | 31 July 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 31 July 2026 |
Note: Candidates who applied under the previous notification dated 22 April 2026 do not need to apply again.
Vacancy Details
Residual Parent Cadre (RPC) – 98 Posts
| Post | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Peon / Watchman / Sweeper / House Keeping Peon | 90 |
| Lift Attender | 5 |
| Assistant Binder | 1 |
| Tailor | 1 |
| Dhobi | 1 |
| Total | 98 |
Kalyana Karnataka Region (KKR)
| Post | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Peon / Sweeper / House Keeping Peon | 8 |
Grand Total: 106 Posts
Educational Qualification
Candidates must possess the required qualification as on the last date of application.
Peon / Watchman / Sweeper / House Keeping Peon
- SSLC / 10th Pass or equivalent.
Lift Attender
- SSLC Pass
- Experience in Lift Mechanism.
Assistant Binder
- SSLC Pass
- Minimum 2 years experience in Binding work.
Tailor
- SSLC Pass
- Minimum 3 years Tailoring experience.
Dhobi
- SSLC Pass
- Experience as Dhobi.
Age Limit
| Category | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| General | 40 Years |
| OBC (IIA, IIB, IIIA, IIIB) | 43 Years |
| SC/ST/Category-I | 45 Years |
Minimum Age: 18 Years
A one-time relaxation of 5 years is applicable as per Government Order.
Salary
| Post | Pay Scale |
|---|---|
| Peon, Watchman, Sweeper, Assistant Binder, Dhobi | ₹19,900 – ₹63,200 |
| Lift Attender, Tailor | ₹21,700 – ₹69,100 |
Selected candidates will undergo 2 years of probation.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General & OBC | ₹200 |
| SC/ST/Category-I/PwBD | ₹100 |
Payment must be made online through the SBI payment gateway.
Selection Process
Selection will be based on:
- Merit in SSLC / Qualifying Examination
- Interview
- Document Verification
For most posts, candidates up to 10 times the vacancies will be called for interview.
For Assistant Binder, candidates up to 5 times the vacancies will be shortlisted.
Documents Required
Candidates should upload:
- SSLC Marks Card
- Educational Certificates
- Caste Certificate (if applicable)
- Income Certificate
- Reservation Certificates (if applicable)
- Experience Certificate (where required)
- Passport-size Photograph
- Signature
- PwBD / Ex-servicemen / Rural / Kannada Medium certificates (if applicable)
How to Apply
- Visit the official Karnataka High Court website.
- Open the Group D Recruitment 2026 notification.
- Click Apply Online.
- Fill in personal and educational details.
- Upload photograph, signature, and required certificates.
- Pay the application fee online.
- Verify all details carefully.
- Submit the application.
- Download and print the application form for future reference.
Important Instructions
- Apply only through online mode.
- Upload all required certificates during application submission.
- Multiple applications for the same post are not recommended; only the latest submitted application will be considered.
- Original documents must be produced during interview/document verification.
- Selected candidates may be posted at Bengaluru, Dharwad, or Kalaburagi.
- Any false information or suppression of facts may lead to cancellation of candidature.
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Official Karnataka Judiciary Recruitment Portal |
| Official Notification PDF | Available on Karnataka Judiciary Website |
| Official Website | https://judiciary.karnataka.gov.in |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. What is the last date to apply?
31 July 2026 (11:59 PM).
Q2. How many vacancies are available?
A total of 106 Group D vacancies.
Q3. What is the minimum qualification?
Candidates must have passed SSLC (10th Class). Some posts require relevant work experience.
Q4. What is the salary?
Salary ranges from ₹19,900 to ₹69,100 depending on the post.
Q5. What is the application fee?
- General/OBC: ₹200
- SC/ST/Category-I/PwBD: ₹100
Q6. What is the selection process?
Merit based on qualifying examination, followed by an interview and document verification.
Q7. Can candidates who applied earlier apply again?
No. Candidates who applied under the earlier notification dated 22 April 2026 do not need to submit a fresh application.



