Gadag District Court Peon Recruitment 2026: 22 Jawan Vacancies for 10th Pass Candidates
Gadag District Court Peon Recruitment 2026 is good news for 10th pass candidates. The Principal District & Sessions Court, Gadag has released Notification No. 1/2026 to fill 22 Peon (Jawan) posts in the courts of Gadag district by direct recruitment. The pay scale is ₹27,000 – ₹46,675 plus allowances, which is a very good salary for a 10th-level job. If you have passed SSLC and can read and write Kannada, this is a court job in Gadag district that you should not ignore. Many more Karnataka government jobs are listed on our site.
Online applications run from 28 September 2026 to 31 October 2026 (11:59 PM), and the fee can be paid till 3 November 2026. Candidates are shortlisted on the basis of their 10th marks and then called for an interview. In this article we explain the seat break-up, age limit, fee, selection method and every rule that can get an application rejected. Please read it fully before you apply, and keep following GovtJobsAlert.in for updates on this recruitment.
Gadag District Court Peon Recruitment 2026: Key Highlights
This recruitment is conducted by the Gadag District Judiciary, Karnataka, under the Karnataka Civil Services (General Recruitment) Rules, 1977 and the Karnataka Subordinate Courts (Ministerial and other posts) Recruitment Rules as amended in 2007 and 2021.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Principal District & Sessions Court, Gadag |
| Notification | No. 1/2026 dated 25/09/2026 |
| Post Name | Peon (Jawan) |
| Total Vacancies | 22 |
| Pay Scale | ₹27,000 – ₹46,675 + allowances |
| Qualification | 10th pass + read and write Kannada |
| Job Location | Courts in Gadag district, Karnataka |
| Application Mode | Online only |
| Last Date | 31 October 2026 (11:59 PM) |
One important point: this recruitment is subject to the final order of the Karnataka High Court in Writ Petition No. 200448/2025. The court’s final decision in that case can affect this process, so keep checking the official website after you apply.
How Many Vacancies are in Gadag District Court Peon Recruitment 2026?
All 22 seats are for one post, but the seats are split by category and then by horizontal reservation (women, rural, Kannada medium and so on). Check your own row carefully.
| Post | Category-wise Vacancies | Total |
|---|---|---|
| Peon (Jawan) | General Merit 11 / SC 3 / ST 1 / Category-1 1 / Category-2A 3 / Category-2B 1 / Category-3A 1 / Category-3B 1 | 22 |
The horizontal split inside each category is below.
| Category | Seat Break-up | Total |
|---|---|---|
| General Merit | Others 1, Women 4, Rural 2, Kannada Medium 1, Project Displaced 1, Ex-Servicemen 1, Third Gender 1 | 11 |
| Scheduled Caste | Women 1 (Pravarga-C), Rural 1 (Pravarga-A), Project Displaced 1 (Pravarga-B) | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribe | Person with Disability 1 (visually impaired) | 1 |
| Category-1 | Women 1 | 1 |
| Category-2A | Women 1, Rural 1, Project Displaced 1 | 3 |
| Category-2B | Women 1 | 1 |
| Category-3A | Women 1 | 1 |
| Category-3B | Rural 1 | 1 |
| Total | Others 1, Women 9, Rural 5, Kannada Medium 1, Project Displaced 3, Ex-Servicemen 1, Third Gender 1, PwD 1 | 22 |
Notice that Category-1, 2B and 3A have only one seat each, and it is a Women seat. The only ST seat is for a visually impaired candidate, and the only 3B seat is a Rural seat. As per the notification, if no eligible candidate is available for a women, PwD, project displaced, Kannada medium, rural or ex-servicemen seat, it is filled by other eligible candidates of the same category. So a candidate outside that sub-group should still apply, but should understand where the seats actually sit.
What is the Eligibility for Gadag District Court Peon Recruitment 2026?
Educational Qualification
| Requirement | Detail |
|---|---|
| Education | Pass in 10th Standard (SSLC) or equivalent examination |
| Language | Must know how to read and write Kannada |
| Cut-off date | Must be held as on the last date of application |
Under Karnataka Government Circular dated 27.02.2018, these are accepted as equivalent to Karnataka SSLC:
| Board | Accepted Course |
|---|---|
| CBSE and ICSE | Class 10 examination |
| Other State Government boards | Class 10 examination |
| NIOS | Secondary-level course |
| Karnataka Secondary Education Examination Board | Secondary-level course (KOS) |
Be careful here: marks cards from boards other than these will not be considered. If you studied through some other board, confirm your board is on this list before paying the fee. You can browse more 10th pass government jobs if this one does not fit you.
Age Limit
Age is counted as on 31 October 2026, the last date for online applications.
| Category | Minimum Age | Maximum Age |
|---|---|---|
| General Merit | 18 years | 40 years (35 + 5) |
| Category 2A, 2B, 3A, 3B | 18 years | 43 years (38 + 5) |
| SC, ST, Category-1 | 18 years | 45 years (40 + 5) |
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The extra 5 years in every row is a one-time relaxation given by Government Order dated 29.01.2026 and the High Court letter dated 24.02.2026, for direct recruitment notifications issued up to 31.12.2027. Persons with disability, ex-servicemen and widows who claim age relaxation must hold certificates from the competent authority; the notification does not print the number of years for them, so check the rules before relying on it.
What is the Salary for Gadag District Court Peon Recruitment 2026?
The notification gives a fixed pay scale for the Peon post.
| Component | Amount |
|---|---|
| Starting Basic Pay | ₹27,000 |
| Maximum of Scale | ₹46,675 |
| Full Pay Scale | ₹27000-650-29600-725-32500-800-35700-900-39300-1000-43300-1125-46675 |
| Allowances | Other allowances as admissible |
Under this scale, your basic pay grows from ₹27,000 towards ₹46,675 over your service. Selected candidates will be on probation for 2 years as per the recruitment rules.
What is the Selection Process for Gadag District Court Peon Recruitment 2026?
| Stage | Detail |
|---|---|
| Call for interview | Candidates called for interview in a 1:10 ratio per post, based on average (percentage) marks in 10th |
| Interview | Carries 10 marks in total |
| Final selection | Based on marks obtained in the interview |
| Probation | 2 years after appointment |
Your 10th marks are used only to call you for the interview; the final list depends on the interview marks. The schedule of the qualifying test / interview will be published on the court website, and no individual call letters will be sent. Information will also go by SMS or e-mail to the mobile number and e-mail you give, but the office is not responsible if a message does not reach you. So check the website regularly.
If your SSLC marks card shows grades, you must get exact marks or percentage from the board and enter only those in the form. A graded marks card without the converted marks can keep you out of the interview.
How to Apply Online for Gadag District Court Peon Recruitment 2026?
| Step | Action |
|---|---|
| 1 | Visit the Gadag District Court online recruitment portal (link in Essential Links below) and read all instructions |
| 2 | Enter your mobile number (compulsory) and e-mail ID (if you have one) |
| 3 | Fill every field carefully; details like date of birth, qualification, reservation and age relaxation cannot be changed later |
| 4 | Upload your SSLC or equivalent marks card as a PDF (proof of date of birth) |
| 5 | Upload a recent photo with white background (5 cm x 3.6 cm, 50 KB, .jpg, no signature on it) |
| 6 | Upload your signature in black ballpoint pen on white paper (2.5 cm x 7.5 cm, 26 KB, .jpg) |
| 7 | Pay the fee online through SBI Collect, check all details, then press Submit |
| 8 | Download the application copy and fee receipt and keep them till recruitment ends |
Keep your caste certificate, rural certificate (Form-2, with Form-1 for General Merit rural claim) and other reservation certificates ready. They must be obtained by, or valid on, 31 October 2026.
Which Rules Can Get Your Application Rejected?
| Rule | What it means for you |
|---|---|
| Incomplete or wrong details | Such applications will be rejected |
| No SSLC marks card upload | Application will not be accepted |
| Change requests | No request to change details after submission will be considered |
| Graded marks card | Not considered for interview without converted marks |
| Other boards | Marks cards from boards outside the accepted list will not be considered |
| Canvassing | Candidates seeking outside support will be disqualified without any notice |
| False documents | Cancellation of candidature and criminal proceedings against you |
| Government employees | No Objection Certificate needed within 30 days of the selection list |
| Interview cost | You attend the interview at your own expense |
| Final decision | The appointing authority’s decision is final |
At the interview or document check you will need the original application copy, marks cards, category certificates, two conduct certificates from unrelated eminent persons (dated within 6 months of 31.10.2026), a conduct certificate from your school or college, and one original photo ID such as Aadhaar, Voter ID, Driving Licence, PAN or Passport.
What are the Important Dates for Gadag District Court Peon Recruitment 2026?
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 25 September 2026 |
| Online Application Starts | 28 September 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 31 October 2026 (till 11:59 PM) |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 3 November 2026 |
| Interview / Qualifying Test Date | To be published on the court website |
What is the Application Fee for Gadag District Court Peon Recruitment 2026?
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General Merit | ₹200 |
| Category 2A, 2B, 3A, 3B | ₹100 |
| SC, ST, Category-1 and Persons with Disability | Exempted |
Pay only online through the State Bank Collect link on the court website, using net banking, credit card, debit card or UPI. Demand Draft, Postal Order and Money Order are not accepted. Applications without the fee will be rejected, and the fee once paid is not refunded or adjusted to any other recruitment.
Gadag District Court Peon Recruitment 2026: Essential Links
- Download Official Notification PDF
- Apply Online for Gadag District Court Peon Recruitment 2026 – 22 Posts
- Visit Gadag District Court Peon Official Website
- Join WhatsApp Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Telegram Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Karnataka Govt Jobs Telegram Channel
If you have passed 10th and can read and write Kannada, do not wait for the last day. Apply well before 31 October 2026, pay the fee before 3 November 2026, and keep your 10th marks in percentage form ready for the interview. For more openings, see our other government jobs page and keep visiting GovtJobsAlert.in for every update on this recruitment.