Overview of Tumakuru District Court Recruitment 2026
The Office of the Principal District and Sessions Judge, Tumakuru, has announced 24 vacancies for Stenographer Grade-III and Typist positions. This recruitment drive is conducted in accordance with the Karnataka Subordinate Courts (Ministerial and Other Posts) (Recruitment) (Amendment) Rules, 2021. Interested candidates must submit their applications through the official portal by 24 August 2026.
Vacancy Details
Eligibility and Educational Qualifications
Candidates must meet the following criteria as of the application closing date:
- Educational Qualification: Must have passed the Second PUC examination or possess a 3-year Diploma in Commercial Practice.
- Skill Qualification: Must hold a certificate in Senior Grade Kannada and English shorthand (for Stenographer) or typewriting (for Typist) conducted by the Department of Public Instruction.
Age Limit
Age is calculated as of 24 August 2026. A one-time 5-year age relaxation is applicable as per government orders:
Application Fee
The application fee must be paid online via State Bank Collect. Payments via DD, postal order, or offline challan are not accepted.
- General/OBC Categories: Rs. 200/-
- SC/ST/Cat-1/PWD: Exempted
Steps to Apply for Tumakuru District Court Recruitment
- Visit the official website at https://tumakuru.dcourts.gov.in/.
- Navigate to the recruitment section and select the appropriate application link for Stenographer/Typist.
- Upload the required documents, including a recent passport-sized photograph and scanned signature according to the specified dimensions (JPG format).
- Complete the online fee payment through the integrated payment portal and perform the mandatory e-verification.
- Print the submitted application form and fee receipt for future reference, as these are required during the skill test.
Important FAQs
Q: What is the last date to apply?
A: Applications must be submitted by 11:59 PM on 24 August 2026.
Q: Is there an interview stage?
A: Yes, candidates qualifying the skill test will be shortlisted in a 1:5 ratio for an interview carrying 5 marks.
