SSLC Pass Government Job at Karnataka High Court — A Big 2026 Recruitment Drive
The High Court of Karnataka, Bengaluru has released two notifications (HCRB 8/2025 and HCRB 9/2025) for direct recruitment to 101 Group-D vacancies across the Principal Bench at Bengaluru and the Benches at Dharwad and Kalaburagi. This is a fantastic opening for 10th (SSLC) pass candidates from Karnataka who want a permanent government job in the judiciary, with a starting Pay Level-2 of ₹19,900 – ₹63,200 (Level-3 of ₹21,700 – ₹69,100 for Lift Attender and Tailor).
The roles cover Peon, Watchman, Sweeper, House Keeping Peon, Lift Attender, Assistant Binder, Tailor and Dhobi. Applications are accepted only online through the Karnataka Judiciary recruitment portal till 21 May 2026 (11:59 PM). If you are looking for stable Karnataka government job notifications with court-side perks, this article on GovtJobsAlert.in walks you through eligibility, fees, selection and the step-by-step apply process.
Key Highlights — Karnataka High Court Group D Recruitment 2026
The Karnataka High Court issues both notifications under the Karnataka Judicial Department (Recruitment) Rules, 2004, and the recruitment is open to candidates who have a Karnataka domicile and the required reservation certificates.
- Recruiting Body: High Court of Karnataka, Bengaluru
- Post Names: Peon, Watchman, Sweeper, House Keeping Peon, Lift Attender, Assistant Binder, Tailor and Dhobi
- Total Vacancies: 101 (93 RPC + 8 KKR Article 371-J)
- Pay Scale: Level-2 ₹19,900 – ₹63,200 / Level-3 ₹21,700 – ₹69,100
- Minimum Qualification: 10th (SSLC) Pass or equivalent
- Age Limit: 18 to 40 years (with relaxation for reserved categories)
- Application Mode: Online only
- Last Date to Apply: 21 May 2026
Vacancy Breakdown — Karnataka HC Group D 2026
The 101 posts are split across two notifications. HCRB 8/2025 carries the Residual Parent Cadre (RPC) posts and HCRB 9/2025 carries the Kalyana Karnataka Region (KKR) posts under Article 371-J. You need to apply separately for each post you are eligible for.
| Post Name | Region | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Peon, Watchman, Sweeper, House Keeping Peon | RPC | 85 |
| Lift Attender | RPC | 5 |
| Assistant Binder | RPC | 1 |
| Tailor | RPC | 1 |
| Dhobi | RPC | 1 |
| Peon, Sweeper, House Keeping Peon | KKR (371-J) | 8 |
The KKR posts require a valid Article 371(J) Eligibility Certificate from the competent authority of the Hyderabad-Karnataka region.
Eligibility Criteria — Karnataka High Court Group D 2026
Educational Qualification
The base qualification is the same across all six post groups, with extra trade experience required for some specialised roles.
- Peon, Watchman, Sweeper or House Keeping Peon: 10th (SSLC) Pass or equivalent
- Lift Attender: 10th Pass + experience in Lift Mechanism
- Assistant Binder: 10th Pass + minimum 2 years experience in binding work
- Tailor: 10th Pass + minimum 3 years experience in tailoring
- Dhobi: 10th Pass + experience as a Dhobi
Age Limit
Age is calculated as on the last date of application (21 May 2026).
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age (General): 40 years
- OBC (Cat-II A/II B/III A/III B): 43 years (+3 years relaxation)
- SC / ST / Category-I (OBC) / PwBD: 45 years (+5 years relaxation)
- Additional one-time relaxation: 5 years per Karnataka Government Notification DPAR 262 SRR 2025 dated 29.01.2026
What is the Salary for Karnataka High Court Group D 2026?
The Group-D pay structure follows the Karnataka State Pay Commission scales and gives Karnataka High Court staff a comfortable in-hand salary plus the standard government allowances.
- Level-2 posts (Peon, Watchman, Sweeper, House Keeping, Assistant Binder, Dhobi): ₹19,900 – ₹63,200
- Level-3 posts (Lift Attender, Tailor): ₹21,700 – ₹69,100
The in-hand monthly take-home for fresh recruits typically falls in the ₹22,000 – ₹28,000 range after standard allowances and statutory deductions, with periodic increments.
In addition to the basic pay, selected candidates receive Dearness Allowance, House Rent Allowance, Medical Allowance and other benefits as per Karnataka Civil Service rules. The probation period is 2 years (extendable if necessary).
What is the Selection Process for Karnataka High Court Group D 2026?
There is no written examination in this recruitment. The Karnataka High Court has kept the process simple and merit-driven, focused on academic record and a structured interview.
- Preparation of merit list based on percentage of total marks secured in the qualifying 10th standard examination (with applicable category and horizontal reservations).
- Interview call for candidates equal to 10 times the notified vacancies in order of merit.
- Document verification at the time of interview (originals must be produced).
- Final selection based on a combined score: SSLC marks % + Interview marks (out of 10).
For the trade posts (Lift Attender, Assistant Binder, Tailor, Dhobi), the High Court will also assess the trade experience certificates produced. Candidates serving in any government department must obtain a No Objection Certificate before joining.
How to Apply Online for Karnataka High Court Group D 2026?
Applications are accepted only through the official Karnataka Judiciary portal. Offline or postal applications will not be considered.
- Visit the official Karnataka Judiciary recruitment portal (link in Essential Links below) and open the Recruitment section.
- Open the link for “Group-D Recruitment 2026” and read the full notification PDF carefully.
- Click Register / New Candidate, fill in your name, date of birth, mobile number and email.
- Log in with the generated credentials and select the post (RPC and/or KKR) you want to apply for.
- Fill in your educational details, category, address, reservation claims and trade experience (if applicable).
- Upload your passport photo (50 KB), signature (25 KB) and the required PDF documents — caste certificate, SSLC marks card, experience certificate, Article 371-J certificate (for KKR), etc.
- Pay the application fee online through the SBI payment gateway.
- Submit the form, download the confirmation receipt and keep a printout for future reference.
Important Dates — Karnataka HC Group D 2026
Make sure you complete the entire process — including fee payment — well before the deadline as the portal usually slows down on the last day.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 22 April 2026 |
| Online Application Last Date | 21 May 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 21 May 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Interview Schedule | To be announced |
| Final Result | To be announced |
You can also bookmark our Karnataka government jobs page for live updates and the Results section for cut-off and merit list announcements.
Application Fees — Karnataka HC Group D 2026
The application fee is the same for both RPC and KKR notifications and must be paid online through the SBI payment gateway. Once paid, the fee is non-refundable under any circumstances.
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General Merit / OBC | ₹200 |
| SC / ST / Category-I / PwBD | ₹100 |
Essential Links — Karnataka HC Group D 2026
- Download Official Notification PDF
- Apply Online for Karnataka HC Group D Recruitment 2026
- Visit Karnataka High Court Official Website
- Join WhatsApp Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Telegram Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Telegram for Karnataka Govt Jobs
This Karnataka High Court Group D recruitment is a rare 10th-pass opportunity in a respected institution, so don’t let the 21 May 2026 deadline slip away. Read the official notification carefully, gather your documents, and apply through the judiciary portal as early as possible. For more such openings, keep checking GovtJobsAlert.in and our Karnataka government jobs page — we update every fresh notification within hours of release.