High Court of Karnataka Group-D Recruitment 2026: Career Vacancy for Jobs @judiciary.karnataka.gov.in
The High Court of Karnataka, Bengaluru, has issued an official notification for the direct recruitment of candidates to various Group-D positions. These vacancies are available under both the Residual Parent Cadre and the Kalyana Karnataka Region for the establishment of the High Court at Bengaluru, and its benches at Dharwad and Kalaburagi.
Important Points
Organization: High Court of Karnataka (HCK)
Job Category: Group-D
Designations: Peons, Watchman, Sweepers, Peons (House Keeping), Lift Attender, Assistant Binder, Tailor, and Dhobi
Selection Method: Based on the percentage of marks in the qualifying examination (SSLC) followed by an Interview
Job Location: Bengaluru, Dharwad, and Kalaburagi
Vacancy Details: Recruitment 2026
The recruitment is split into two regions as follows:
1. Residual Parent Cadre (RPC): 93 Posts
Peon, Watchman, Sweeper, Peons (House Keeping): 85 posts (84 + 1 Backlog)
Lift Attender: 05 posts
Assistant Binder: 01 post
Tailor: 01 post
Dhobi: 01 post
2. Kalyana Karnataka Region (KKR): 08 Posts
Peon, Sweeper, Peons (House Keeping): 08 posts
Eligibility Criteria: Career 2026
Educational Qualification:
For all posts: Minimum Tenth Standard (SSLC) pass or equivalent.
Lift Attender: Experience in Lift Mechanism is required.
Assistant Binder: Experience in binding work for at least two years.
Tailor: Experience in tailoring work for at least three years.
Dhobi: Practical experience as a Dhobi.
Age Limit:
Minimum Age: 18 years.
General Merit: 40 years.
Category II(A), II(B), III(A), and III(B): 43 years.
SC, ST, and Category-I: 45 years.
Scale of Pay: Vacancy for Jobs
Level-2 (Peon, Watchman, Sweeper, Dhobi, Binder): ₹19,900 — ₹63,200
Level-3 (Lift Attender, Tailor): ₹21,700 — ₹69,100
Application Fee: Jobs Recruitment 2026
General Merit and OBC [Cat-II(A), II(B), III(A), III(B)]: ₹200/-
SC, ST, Category-I, and Persons with Benchmark Disability: ₹100/-
Payment Mode: Through SBI online payment gateway.
Important Dates: Vacancy 2026
Last Date for Submission of Application: 21st May, 2026 (until 11:59 p.m.)
Last Date for Payment of Application Fee: 21st May, 2026
How to Apply: Career Vacancy Jobs
Eligible candidates must apply only through the online link provided on the official website of the High Court of Karnataka.
Visit the official website at https://judiciary.karnataka.gov.in.
Navigate to the recruitment section and select the relevant link for Group-D RPC or KKR.
Fill in the required data and upload scanned copies of the passport-size photograph and signature.
Upload necessary documents (SSLC Marks Card, Caste/Reservation certificates, and Experience certificates in PDF format).
Pay the application fee online through the integrated payment gateway.
Preview the application and submit. Candidates applying for multiple posts must apply separately for each.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last date to apply for High Court of Karnataka Group-D recruitment? The last date for submission of the online application is 21st May, 2026.
What is the minimum educational qualification required for these posts? Candidates must have passed the 10th standard (SSLC) or an equivalent examination.
Is there an interview for the Group-D selection process? Yes, eligible candidates will be called for an interview which carries a maximum of 10 marks.
Can I apply for more than one post? Yes, but candidates must submit separate applications through the respective links for each cadre.
What is the application fee for General Merit candidates? General Merit and OBC candidates are required to pay an application fee of ₹200.
Is experience required for the post of Peon? No, the post of Peon only requires a 10th Standard pass or equivalent.
Where will the appointed candidates be posted? Selected candidates are liable to be posted at the High Court of Karnataka benches in Bengaluru, Dharwad, or Kalaburagi.
Will the application fee be refunded if my application is rejected? No, the application fee once paid will not be refunded under any circumstances.
What document serves as proof of date of birth? The SSLC Marks Card or an equivalent examination certificate is used as proof of date of birth.
How will candidates be informed about the interview? Eligible candidates will be informed through the official website and via email or SMS.