Shivamogga District Court — Office of the Principal District and Sessions Judge
Cut-off Date: 24 Aug 2026 — Candidates must be between 18 to 40 years (General category). Category-wise relaxation and exact DOB boundaries are shown below.
| Category | Min Age | Max Age | Relaxation | DOB Must Be Between |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General (UR) | 18 yrs | 40 yrs | — | 25 Aug 1986 to 24 Aug 2008 |
| EWS | 18 yrs | 40 yrs | — | 25 Aug 1986 to 24 Aug 2008 |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 18 yrs | 43 yrs | +3 yrs | 25 Aug 1983 to 24 Aug 2008 |
| SC (Scheduled Caste) | 18 yrs | 45 yrs | +5 yrs | 25 Aug 1981 to 24 Aug 2008 |
| ST (Scheduled Tribe) | 18 yrs | 45 yrs | +5 yrs | 25 Aug 1981 to 24 Aug 2008 |
| PwD (General) | 18 yrs | 50 yrs | +10 yrs | 25 Aug 1976 to 24 Aug 2008 |
Prescribed Age: 18–40 Years (As on 24 Aug 2026)
The Shivamogga District Court has issued an official recruitment notification for Peon, announcing a total of 56 vacancies located in Karnataka. The online application window opens on 23 July 2026 and closes on 24 August 2026. To be eligible, applicants must hold 10th Pass (SSLC) or equivalent and be within the prescribed age limit of 18 to 40/43/45 years (Category-wise with relaxation), with category relaxation applicable as per government guidelines. Selected candidates will receive an approved pay scale of Pay scale of Rs. 27,000 to 46,675 per month. The selection procedure comprises Shortlisting based on SSLC marks (1:10 ratio) followed by a 10-mark interview.. For complete guidelines, syllabus breakdown, and official notification PDF, refer to the verified information below on ApplySarkariJob.
| Application Start | 23 Jul 2026 |
|---|---|
| Last Date to Apply |
24 Aug 2026
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| Post Name | Peon |
|---|---|
| Total Vacancies | 56 |
| Qualification | 10th Pass (SSLC) or equivalent |
| Age Limit | 18 to 40/43/45 years (Category-wise with relaxation) |
| Salary | Pay scale of Rs. 27,000 to 46,675 per month |
| Application Fee | Rs. 200 for General; Rs. 100 for Category 2A/2B/3A/3B; Nil for SC/ST/Category-1/Disabled |
| Selection Process | Shortlisting based on SSLC marks (1:10 ratio) followed by a 10-mark interview. |
The Office of the Principal District and Sessions Judge, Shivamogga, Karnataka, has issued an official notification for the direct recruitment of 56 Peon (Jawan) positions. The selection process is governed by the Karnataka Civil Services (General Recruitment) Rules, 1977, and relevant subordinate court regulations. Interested candidates must submit their applications online through the official court portal before the deadline.
| Category | Total Posts |
|---|---|
| General | 28 |
| SC | 8 |
| ST | 2 |
| Category-1 | 3 |
| Category-2A | 8 |
| Category-2B | 2 |
| Category-3A | 2 |
| Category-3B | 3 |
The recruitment process involves two stages: 1) Shortlisting of candidates based on marks secured in the qualifying examination (SSLC) in a 1:10 ratio, and 2) An interview carrying 10 marks, focusing on general knowledge and Kannada language proficiency. A 2-year probation period is mandatory for selected candidates.
Candidates must ensure all certificates regarding reservation (Caste, Rural, Kannada-medium, etc.) are issued by the competent authority on or before the application deadline. Failure to provide valid documentation during verification will result in immediate disqualification. Please note that grade-based results must be converted to marks and verified by the issuing authority prior to application submission.
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