The Office of the Principal District and Sessions Judge, Shivamogga, Karnataka has announced direct recruitment for 56 vacant Peon posts in various courts under the Shivamogga District Court unit. Candidates with a pass in SSLC (10th) and proficiency in Kannada can apply online between 23 July 2026 and 24 August 2026.
Highlights
| Organisation | Office of the Principal District and Sessions Judge, Shivamogga, Karnataka |
| Post Name | Peon |
| Total Vacancies | 56 |
| Application Mode | Online only |
| Start Date | 23 July 2026 |
| Last Date | 24 August 2026 (till 11:59 pm) |
| Official Website | shivamogga.dcourts.gov.in |
Post & Organization Details
The recruitment is for the post of Peon in the Shivamogga District Court unit. The posts will be posted across various courts under the district and sessions court jurisdiction in Karnataka.
Vacancy Details
| Category | Total Posts |
|---|---|
| General Category | 28 |
| Scheduled Caste (overall) | 8 |
| Scheduled Caste – Category A | 1 |
| Scheduled Caste – Category B | 1 |
| Scheduled Caste – Category C | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribe | 2 |
| Category‑1 | 3 |
| Category‑2A | 8 |
| Category‑2B | 2 |
| Category‑3A | 2 |
| Category‑3B | 3 |
| Total | 56 |
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
Pass in SSLC (10th) conducted by the Karnataka Secondary Education Examination Board, or an equivalent examination (CBSE/ICSE Class 10, other State Board Class 10, NIOS Secondary level course, or KSOU Secondary level course).
Language
Must be able to read and write Kannada.
Age Limit
- Minimum age: 18 years
- Maximum age – General category: 35 + 5 years
- Maximum age – Category 2A, 2B, 3A, 3B: 38 + 5 years
- Maximum age – SC, ST, Category‑1: 40 + 5 years
A one‑time additional relaxation of 5 years is granted to candidates of all categories. Further relaxations apply for government employees, ex‑servicemen, persons with disabilities, widows, etc., as per the Karnataka Civil Services (General Recruitment) Rules, 1977.
Pay Scale & Salary
Selected candidates will be placed in the pay scale of ₹27,000‑650‑29,600‑725‑32,500‑800‑35,700‑900‑39,300‑1,000‑43,300‑1,125‑46,675, along with applicable allowances.
Application Fee
| General category | ₹200 |
| Category 2A, 2B, 3A, 3B | ₹100 |
| SC, ST, Category‑1, Disabled | Nil (exempted) |
Fee must be paid online via State Bank Collect (SBI e‑pay, net‑banking, credit/debit card, UPI). Demand drafts, postal orders, money orders, or challans are not accepted.
Important Dates
| Online Application Start Date | 23 July 2026 |
| Online Application & Fee Payment End Date | 24 August 2026 (till 11:59 pm) |
Selection Process
- Shortlisting based on SSLC/qualifying exam marks in a 1:10 ratio (10 candidates per vacancy).
- Interview (10 marks) assessing Kannada reading/writing ability and general knowledge.
- Final selection based on interview marks.
- Probation period of 2 years as per Karnataka Civil Services (Probation) Rules, 1977.
- Pension benefits as per applicable Government Orders.
How to Apply
- Confirm that you meet the age, educational and language requirements.
- Visit the official recruitment page: https://shivamogga.dcourts.gov.in/notice-category/recruitments/.
- Click on the “Apply Here” link for the Peon recruitment.
- Read the instructions carefully and fill in all required fields.
- Enter your mobile number and email address (if available).
- Upload a recent colour passport‑size photograph (5 cm × 3.6 cm, max 50 KB, .jpg) and your signature (2.5 cm × 7.5 cm, max 26 KB, .jpg).
- Upload a clear PDF copy of your SSLC (or equivalent) marksheet.
- Select the reservation categories applicable to you and upload the relevant certificates.
- Pay the application fee online using the SBI e‑pay portal.
- Review all entered information and submit the application before the deadline.
- After submission, note down the application reference number for future correspondence.
Important Links
| Official Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | shivamogga.dcourts.gov.in |
FAQs
- What is the last date to submit the application?
The last date to apply is 24 August 2026 (till 11:59 pm). - What educational qualification is required?
A pass in SSLC (10th) or an equivalent examination and the ability to read and write Kannada. - Is there any application fee?
Yes. General candidates pay ₹200; Category 2A/2B/3A/3B candidates pay ₹100. SC, ST, Category‑1 and disabled candidates are exempted. - How many vacancies are there?
There are a total of 56 Peon vacancies. - What is the selection process?
Shortlisting based on SSLC marks (1:10 ratio) followed by a 10‑mark interview assessing Kannada proficiency and general knowledge.