Office of the Principal District and Sessions Judge, Chikkamagaluru
— Karnataka District Judiciary
Overview of Chikkamagaluru District Court Recruitment 2026
The Office of the Principal District and Sessions Judge, Chikkamagaluru, has released an official notification to fill 61 vacancies for various positions including Peon, Typist, Stenographer Grade-III, Typist-Copyist, and Process Server. Eligible candidates must submit their applications through the online portal on or before 2026-07-28.
| Post Name | Total Vacancies |
|---|
| Peon | 47 |
| Typist | 6 |
| Stenographer Grade-III | 5 |
| Process Server | 2 |
| Typist-Copyist | 1 |
Eligibility Criteria and Qualifications
Candidates must meet the following educational requirements based on the specific post:
- Peon: SSLC or equivalent; proficiency in reading/writing Kannada.
- Process Server: SSLC or equivalent. Preference for candidates with a valid driving license.
- Typist: Second PUC or Diploma in Commercial Practice; Senior Grade Typewriting (Kannada & English).
- Typist-Copyist: Second PUC or equivalent; Junior Grade Typewriting (Kannada & English).
- Stenographer Grade-III: Second PUC; Senior Grade Shorthand (Kannada); Senior Grade Typewriting (Kannada & English).
Age Limit (as of 2026-07-28): 18 to 35 years for General, with age relaxation up to 38 years for Category 2A/2B/3A/3B, and up to 40 years for SC/ST/Category-1 candidates.
Salary Structure
| Post | Pay Scale (INR) |
|---|
| Peon | 27,000 - 46,675 |
| Process Server | 31,775 - 61,300 |
| Typist / Typist-Copyist | 34,100 - 67,600 |
| Stenographer Grade-III | 44,425 - 83,700 |
Important Application Guidelines
Candidates are required to pay the application fee via State Bank Collect. General category candidates pay 300 INR, while Category 2A, 2B, 3A, and 3B candidates pay 150 INR. SC/ST/Category-1 and PwD candidates are exempt from the fee.
Common Mistakes to Avoid:
- Uploading photographs and signatures that do not adhere to the exact pixel/kb specifications.
- Providing an inactive mobile number or email ID, as these are the primary channels for exam-related communication.
- Failing to save the printout of the submitted application and fee receipt.
- Applying for multiple reservation categories incorrectly in a single form.
FAQ
Q: What is the application deadline for the Chikkamagaluru District Court recruitment?
A: The final date to submit online applications is 2026-07-28, 11:59 PM.
Q: Is there an offline application process?
A: No, the recruitment process is entirely online via the official Chikkamagaluru District Court website.
Q: How will the candidates be shortlisted?
A: Selection involves a qualifying written test, a skill test (for typing/shorthand roles), and an interview based on merit and vacancy ratios.
Visit the official recruitment portal, register, fill details, upload documents, pay fee, and print application.
