Kodagu District Court Recruitment 2026: The Principal District and Sessions Court, Kodagu-Madikeri has released recruitment notifications for various posts in the Kodagu District Judiciary Unit. A total of 39 vacancies are available for Peon/Attender, Process Server, Driver and Typist posts. Eligible candidates can apply online through the official Kodagu District Court website.
| Kodagu District Court Jobs 2026 Notification | |
| Job Location: Kodagu, Karnataka | |
| Organization Name | Principal District and Sessions Court, Kodagu-Madikeri |
| Post Name | Peon/Attender, Process Server, Driver & Typist |
| No. of Vacancies | 39 Posts |
| Qualification | 10th, 12th |
| Mode | Online |
Post Details
- Peon / Attender: 23 Posts
- Process Server: 06 Posts
- Driver: 02 Posts
- Typist: 08 Posts
- Total: 39 Posts
1. Peon / Attender Vacancy
- Number of Posts: 23
- Pay Scale: ₹27,000 – ₹46,675 + applicable allowances
- Qualification: SSLC / 10th Pass or equivalent
- Language Requirement: Candidates must have the ability to read and write Kannada.
The notification also accepts specified equivalent Class 10 qualifications such as CBSE/ICSE Class 10, other State Government Class 10 examinations, NIOS secondary-level courses and Karnataka Open School equivalent qualifications, subject to the conditions mentioned in the notification.
2. Process Server Vacancy
- Number of Posts: 06
- Pay Scale: ₹31,775 – ₹61,300 + applicable allowances
- Qualification: SSLC / 10th Pass or equivalent
- Additional Preference: Candidates possessing a Heavy/Light Motor Vehicle Driving Licence will be given preference as mentioned in the notification.
The notification specifies SSLC or equivalent qualification, including the listed equivalent Class 10 qualifications recognized under the applicable Karnataka Government rules.
3. Driver Vacancy
- Number of Posts: 02
- Pay Scale: ₹34,100 – ₹67,600 + applicable allowances
- Qualification: SSLC / 10th Pass or equivalent
- Driving Licence: Candidates must possess a valid Heavy Vehicle Driving Licence.
4. Typist Vacancy
- Number of Posts: 08
- New Posts: 07
- Backlog Post: 01
- Pay Scale: ₹34,100 – ₹67,600 + applicable allowances
- Qualification: 2nd PUC / 12th Pass or equivalent OR Three Years Diploma in Commercial Practice
- Typewriting Qualification: Senior Grade Typewriting examination in Kannada and English OR Diploma in Secretarial Practice or equivalent qualification
- Computer Knowledge: Knowledge of computers for office-related work is required.
Qualification Details
- Peon / Attender: SSLC / 10th Pass or equivalent.
- Process Server: SSLC / 10th Pass or equivalent.
- Driver: SSLC / 10th Pass or equivalent along with a valid Heavy Vehicle Driving Licence.
- Typist: 2nd PUC / 12th Pass or equivalent or Three Years Diploma in Commercial Practice.
- For the Typist post, Senior Grade Typewriting in Kannada and English or Diploma in Secretarial Practice is required.
- Computer knowledge is required for the Typist post.
Applicants must possess the prescribed qualification by the last date of application. Candidates awaiting results of the qualifying examination on the last date are not eligible.
Salary Details
- Peon / Attender: ₹27,000 – ₹46,675
- Process Server: ₹31,775 – ₹61,300
- Driver: ₹34,100 – ₹67,600
- Typist: ₹34,100 – ₹67,600
In addition to the above pay scales, other applicable allowances will be provided as per the notification and applicable Government rules.
Age Limit
The minimum age limit is 18 years as on the last date prescribed for submitting the application.
- General Candidates: Maximum 40 years
- 2A, 2B, 3A & 3B Candidates: Maximum 43 years
- SC / ST / Category-1 Candidates: Maximum 45 years
The notification also provides additional age relaxations for eligible categories such as persons with disabilities, ex-servicemen, widows and other categories, subject to the applicable Government rules and conditions.
Application Fee
- General Category: ₹300/-
- 2A, 2B, 3A & 3B: ₹150/-
- SC / ST / Category-1 / Persons with Disabilities: Fee Exempted
The application fee must be paid online through the SBI e-Pay payment portal using the payment facilities specified in the notification. Cash, Demand Draft, Postal Order, Money Order or Challan payments will not be accepted.
Selection Process
Peon / Attender:
- Direct recruitment will be conducted according to the applicable Karnataka Subordinate Courts recruitment rules.
- Based on the percentage of marks obtained in the qualifying examination, candidates will be shortlisted for interview in a 1:10 ratio against each post, subject to reservation.
- The interview carries a maximum of 10 marks.
Process Server:
- Direct recruitment will be conducted according to the applicable Karnataka Subordinate Courts recruitment rules.
- Candidates with higher marks in the qualifying examination will be shortlisted for interview in a 1:25 ratio against each post, subject to reservation.
- The interview carries a maximum of 10 marks.
Driver:
- Selection will be through direct recruitment under the applicable Karnataka Subordinate Courts recruitment rules.
- A valid Heavy Vehicle Driving Licence is mandatory.
Typist:
- Selection will be through direct recruitment under the applicable Karnataka Subordinate Courts recruitment rules.
- The selection will consider qualifying examination marks, computer-based typewriting skill test marks and interview marks.
- The skill/qualifying test carries a maximum of 100 marks, with a minimum of 50 marks required for passing.
- The interview carries a maximum of 5 marks.
- The typewriting skill test will be conducted on a computer in Kannada and English.
How to Apply
- Visit the official Kodagu District Court website.
- Go to the Online Recruitment section.
- Select the appropriate recruitment notification and online application link.
- Read the notification and instructions carefully before applying.
- Enter all required personal, educational and other details correctly.
- Upload the required photograph, signature and educational documents in the prescribed format.
- Pay the applicable application fee through the online payment facility.
- Submit the application before the last date.
- Download and keep a copy of the submitted application and fee payment receipt for future use.
Important Documents
- Recent passport-size photograph
- Signature
- SSLC / 10th Marks Card or equivalent certificate
- 12th / PUC Marks Card for Typist applicants
- Typewriting / Secretarial Practice certificate for Typist applicants
- Commercial Practice Diploma certificate, if applicable
- Caste / Category certificate, if applicable
- Disability certificate, if applicable
- Ex-serviceman certificate, if applicable
- Other applicable reservation certificates
- Valid Heavy Vehicle Driving Licence for Driver applicants
Important Dates
- Notification Date: 28.08.2026
- Online Application Starts: 03.09.2026
- Last Date to Apply Online: 03.10.2026 up to 11:59 PM
- Last Date for Fee Payment: 03.10.2026 up to 11:59 PM
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Notification (Typist Posts) | Click here |
| Notification (Driver Posts) | Click here |
| Notification (Process Server Posts) | Click here |
| Notification (Peon/ Attender Posts) | Click here |
| Apply Link | Click here |
| Official website | Click here |